How to Ride an Automatic Motorcycle | Honda DCT
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- Опубліковано 4 чер 2024
- How does a Honda automatic DCT motorcycle work?
This CTX700 features the same general dual-clutch transmission as Honda offers in the Gold Wing, Africa Twin, NC700 / NC750, and Rebel 1100 motorcycles. Is it better than a manual transmission? It does pose some benefits! These automatic bikes can be great for beginners but are also easy motorcycles for veteran riders.
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That would be a good bike for city commuting so you wouldn’t have to constantly shift up and down in traffic.
Absolutely!
So you're saying it's not good for the highway?
@@JOSEF_GAMING45 Oh it’d be just fine for the highway as well, just a lot more convenient in high traffic urban areas not having to constantly shift.
@@amgray40 okay thanks I'm trying to decide between the rebel 1100 or this one
@@JOSEF_GAMING45 Nice! 🤘🏻
I am 70 years old and have bad knees and my hands don't work like they used to. I bought a Honda CTX with a DCT and after saying for years I would never ride an automatic bike bit I love this bike. I did have to replace the rear shock and fork springs. Sport mode is awesome. In drive I do manual shift some but in sport mode it does a great job. I have gotten 70 mpg. It's the perfect bike for me at this time in my life.
I test rode a CTX DCT that a fellow had imported into Canada a few years ago, as Honda Canada only brought in the manual CTX, and I absolutely loved it. Unfortunately the bike had been abused and he was asking too much for what it was...I would have loved to put that bike in my garage. Settled on an NC750X with the DCT...loving the fuel economy, especially right now with gas at $1.87/L. 😨
Thank you for the information. I am 68 years old, first timer, and considering to start out with an automatic.
Now this is an interesting city bike I would like to own.
I've never ridden a motorcycle before, but I'm loving the idea of a DCT bike as my first bike. Thanks for the great video!
I’m 52 years old and just started riding this year, I bought a Falcon/Venom automatic Motorcycle, cvt transmission, $3000… absolutely love it. There are videos on UA-cam
If your left hand and foot work, do yourself a favor and get a traditional manual bike for your first. It will allow you to learn properly to ride any bike out there, not just the paltry amount of automatics.
@@bladeofwarno thanks I’ll get one later a big fast one, no need to go all out or not at all for your first bike
Your review is so excellent. No nonsense glamour shots, no dumb music, just information. Thanks for getting to the point and spelling it all out.
Just picked up my 700D. Absolutely awesome bike. The most user friendly bike ever made. Riding is relaxed, comfortable and fun. I had a hard time finding one.
How is it now
@@The-realnews Even better. Added floor boards and a Corbin seat. Put 11,000 miles on it so far.
What bike is this. I'm interested I'm 5ft
@@stephaniejohnson4769 Honda CTX 700. Mine is the DCT model. Discontinued in 2019. The Honda Rebel might be a good fit for you. Happy hunting.
Worth mentioning is the fact that the paddle shifters are useable in every mode at all times.
As a new rider, I got a 650cc manual 6 speed and just can't really seem to get a hang of manual shifting. But I'm glad automatic shifting is starting to become more prevalent so I might trade in my current bike and invest in a DHC like this one
I ended up trading in my manual bike for a Honda Navi, and it makes a perfect first bike for me. I can see the CTX being a great alternative if throttle control doesnt bother you much.
i will be getting a bike soon and something like this eases my fears of the regular manual versions. Can't wait to eventually start riding.
I have a Honda Rebel 1100 DCT and as an experienced rider, it takes about a day to get used to how easy it is. Brilliant bike.
I remember working on the CB400 A and 750 Honda’s that were automatics with a baby torque converter and a Hi Lo switch
Best DCT video I've seen. Thank you for the comprehensive information.
Never ridden an automatic transmission bike in my life, would love to try it out during my vacation in Japan this time. Thanks for the tutorial, really helpful.
I’m getting my first bike ever tomorrow and it’s gonna be an automatic. It’s 250cc since it’ll be my first but I can’t wait. I was worried that all bikes were manual cause I knew nothing about them until last week so this just gave me the confidence I needed to stay on track to be on 2 wheels
What did u get
Nice video👍🏼
You can also do mpg tests of two wheelers, viewers will love it.
I'm an rbka and your video more then helped me make a decision to buy a bike. Thiers always a way to do the things I loved to do, so my next step after driving a car with hand drivers now I know I can ride a bike! Thanks
Perfectly explained demo💪🏿🔥🔥
Greatly Appreciate your Input
When you say that a manual car involves you in driving, you are reffering to about 10% of the entire journey , for the rest of the trip anybody will take an automatic for 90% of time spent behind the wheel. So, automatic for me please. (I actually own a NC 700S dct)
Thank you for making this video. It's very helpful.
Nice video, thanks for the ride. I have a manual gearbox same year and love it. I like your screen, what model Puig is it?
I just bought a vfr1200X... I assumed it was a manual and when I got there it was a DCT. So now I am scrambling for videos on it and surprisingly there are quite few. Thank you!
I want to get the 1200F myself, then reverse trike it. Stupid idea, but I'm disabled and a Chinese scooter didn't cut it for very long. Can-Ams are nice, but I want something that will turn heads and hang with my friend's 636.
hi good video , few questions. which camera are you usung to record and the audio please respond thanks
Great intro!! thx.
That was excellent - thanks!
Good training. Thanks
wow i never knew about this bike and looking at them on cycle trader right now. thanks
I love the DCT. Especially in LA traffic.
Great review!!!!!! Is there a weight limit on this bike? Is it big boy approved? Thank you
Never rode a bike but really manual shifting bike i find them a bit daunting and challening. I mean i'm looking at this video and you got no cluch no gears to change yet it behaves exactly as a motorcycle. A bike i might consider.
Mastering shifting gears is the least of the challenges that you will experience riding bikes.
Automatics look so easy to ride! It looks basically like a bicycle without pedals! I definitely would wanna get one cause I’d feel like I’d wipe out easily with manuals..
This was a great video, thank you. One thing I noticed is that I've never known any bike to be 3,000lbs or 4,000lbs lol
Great review! I've been checking out these DCT bikes but I'm afraid as a beginner rider it's best probably to start with manual. Things are evolving and this should get more people into biking. Pretty cool.
I prefer twist and go, they should make more bikes with DCT or CVT. A supersport would be nice.
I like the dct.
No more aciddental engine stalls from letting the clutch go too fast, but it must be a little cautious when pulling the front break because you might pull the throttle a little, causing an uninteded burnout and falling on your side.
This is great, I don't have time to be shifting lol!
Ugh I wish they would make a smaller DCT motorcycle 😭 I want one because my left hip has fits when I have to move it a lot up and down
I know this because when riding my dirtbike it acts up ..but every bike I look at is way to big for me and or electric I wanted gas powered but for a smaller person
The Honda Rebel 1100 isn't a big bike, and they have a DCT version that isn't too expensive. Have you looked into that one?
Don't give up on this CTX. Its extremely user friendly and light. I absolutely love mine.
Honda Navi maybe
Hey Daily Motor.
Great Video Man.
Very Informative on the
DCT Model...
Question: with the DCT Model do you use Both Front Break and Rear Brake??
OR
Is the Rear Break
a parking Break??
Please Advise.......
Thanks! You still have normal front and rear brake controls.
great video
I would by one I just want to cruise on two wheels and not have to think too much
Hey great video, do you know what wind screen that is? I own the same exact bike but I cant find any good recommendations on wind screens!
Thanks! I believe it's a Puig universal screen. Unfortunately I don't have the bike any longer so I cannot check.
dang having a bike looks like so much fun aha
When someone is taking the motorcycle safety course i know they supply bikes for beginners but what I'm wondering is are all the bikes manual or can you request a automatic bike
Thanks!
Thank you!
Looks fun
Whats the difference between a scooter like the tmax?
great basic explanation! Slowing down to complete stop, do you use both breaks, pedal and hand?
Never had a bike, but been thinking about getting one of these DCT for just regular work commute.
Thanks!
Thanks! Yes, I always use both brakes, but technically you could get away with just front. This is a great commuter bike, but the NC700 or 750 would probable be even better. Have fun and ride safe!
@@DailyMotor Yes, i've been checking the NC750.. Thank you!
@SuperQuantum69 whats thenc750
Any issues with whiskey throttle? I've heard ppl losing control of a DCT bike because normally you can just squeeze the clutch to smooth out any mishap on the throttle hand, but with DCT you don't have that option so any abrupt throttle control can take you for a dangerous ride. Thoughts?
Arguably you could let off the throttle just as quickly as you could pull in the clutch, and I've never had an issue snapping the throttle too quickly. I suppose with an Africa Twin or Rebel 1100 you'd have to be more careful, but you should never be wacking the throttle on any bike. Fortunately, as a beginner bike, this one won't jump out as easily.
That is likely the crowd that is used to revving the engine as a display of their manliness...Don't do that with a DCT.
@@DailyMotor it tends to be that people grip the handlebar harder when the bike lurches forward, rather than be thrown off. I've been looking deeply into this as I've just spent £9500 on a used 2020 CRF1100L DCT - if your hand on the throttle with it closed is with your wrist within a few degrees of straight, maybe up to 5 degrees flexed, then if you overdo the throttle (by extending your wrist) the lurch will bring you back to straight & the throttle will come off. If you start off with your wrist flexed all the way down, then the forward lurch will keep the throttle wide open as you struggle to control the bike. A good idea is to rest a finger or two on the brake so that's available in case you need it. I'd add though, beware of panicking & grabbing the brake as that'll dump you if you're not careful. Subtlety & smoothness in all things.
This might be great for a new rider but I would never give up my gears and clutch anymore than I did in my car. I imagine this would be horrible for a dirt bike where the clutch is so necessary
It is great for what it is. It isn't a dirt bike, speed demon or trying to emulate a sports car. It is a really nice utilitarian bike and I am glad to drop the archaic need for manual shifting. It makes the whole experience better and allows new riders and those with less confidence focus on riding, looking out for safety concerns on the road and not just shifting.
I'm just happy for not having to get my shoes dirty by shifting the first gear with the foot peg clutch
Interesting!
I would like to have a bike like this.
But with my budget, it would be impossible to own one.
Has cruise control sir?
Good motorcycle
What current honda motorbikes are there with DCT? I need to eventually move onto something with more power than the Navi. I would prefer a 300cc or maybe 600cc.
NC750X,GOLDWING,NT1100,REBEL 1100,INTEGRA,AFRICA TWIN,X-ADV are bikes that offer the option for DCT.
The cheapest DCT model in my country were REBEL 1100 only REBEL 1100 and CRF1100L Africa Twin are offered DCT here which is a bit sad I wished more models here have DCT options but riders here are such traditionalist snobs that it prevented Honda to offered more.
Can you test out with these?
Does DCT have no gear.... Please reply....
And is it available in India?
Look... all we want to know is: CAN YOU REV BOMB ON A DCT? Is it as easy as flipping to switch to neutral while going down the road? :)
There’s no rev bombing. That’s what the horn is for.
At highway speed, I've been down shifting with Left paddle button.
How is the reliability?
I like this. Clutches are the worst!
Lovely 💕
I love motorcycles I hate shifting. It’s the reason I got rid of mine
I dont know. I'd like to see this same video on a CBR 1000RR-R with DCT. (I know that doesn't exist) First time I've seen this CTX 700. Its putting me to sleep just watching it. It must get incredible gas milage.
I have a question if someone would please answer, would this bike be good for long distance
I didn't care much for it after a few hours because I had to hold my feet on the forward pegs and there was a lot of air hitting me. But I know people who rode it for many hours without much issue.
Whats the top speed on it…like will i be good onna highway
About 100
what is S mode? does that stand for sport?
Yes there are 3 modes. No change in throttle response that I can feel, it changes when the gears are selected up/down. S1 slightly better than D, most clutch riders find S2 to be about approx with their current riding style, S3 is the sport bike crowd where the gear is held almost to redline before shifting up. Manual mode is just that, holds the gear until you select up. You can downshift when you want but if the bike senses incorrect engine speed as a result of shifting down to low it will prevent (think going from 6th to 2nd gear and blowing up the engine). Also she will downshift eventually on her own if you forget to downshift while in manual. She WILL NOT upshift. She’ll just keep bouncing the rev limiter until you remember to go up one or two🤣
There is a "used" 2014 ctx700n with only 53 miles on it near me that I am interested in purchasing from a private seller. What would you say a fair price would be to pay for this bike is? It looks to be in pristine condition visually and the owner said it has never had an issue. What damage would I be looking for when inspecting the bike? Also, should I be concerned at all that it is a seven year old bike or should I not get hung up on the year of the bike? Sorry for all the questions and hope to hear from you soon! Great video!
That's funny, that was a very similar situation to ours! Just make sure there's oil in it, and if you buy it, change the oil right away. Also inspect the tires and make sure they're not hardened or rotted looking. If it's the manual version, I'd say $4500-$5000 is about max I would go. For ABS/automatic, I'd be willing to spend an extra $500-700. Good luck!!
@@DailyMotor appreciate it again. Thanks so much!
there is ctx700 forum that may help with questions like this. dealers would ask 5200 or more, depending on accessories. private party, I would think 4500 or less. questions to ask- how are the tires? how is the battery? if 8k or more, has the air filter ever been done? accessories - after market seat (like a Corbin), windshield, luggage rack or passenger back rest, floor boards.
Does autobike mean no more rotating hands?
like a car you can as beginner start DCT model
I'll forever ride a DCT model.😅
9:00: It wasn't hesitant to change gear. It just couldn't change faster due to how a DCT works. 😉
Hey! Just wondering what the difference is between a scooter and an automatic motorbike
Many bikers will condescendingly laugh at you and say "there isn't one" but the real answer is "Power, handling, style and range. Otherwise there really isn't much difference. Just a more complicated version of a scooter." However, if cruisers and sports bikes are fundamentally different kinds of bikes because of function and styling, automatic motorcycles are just that, motorcycles that are a little easier to ride, than the "normal" motorcycles. Personally, I think these are probably going to be the future of bikes, as they allow a wider range of people to ride bikes, and the market follows the money. Most people don't want to learn how to drive a manual car, much less something that's inherently more dangerous, and a little more complex to get the hang of. This solves half that problem. I'm looking at getting a rebel 1100 JUST because it has the DCT and I like the styling and it's something my wife might actually try to ride because it's so easy.
Scooters traditionally have a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). Unlike the DCT which has 6 distinct gears, a CVT functions using a single belt and a variable diameter pulley and gives no distinct gear change feedback....just an audible change in rpms.
@@rickseibel5904 Isnt the Rebel 1100 an automatic DCT?
@@aaronself2411 Both the manual and DCT are available on the Rebel 1100. It’s your choice as to which transmission (or model) you’d purchase.
@@rickseibel5904 Ah, thanks for the clarification.
,We love automatic here in philippines ,all motor here 90 percent is automatic,the problem is we dont have like that. Naked or bigbike but automatic,pls make 120k !!! Cant afford all filipinos.i tell you all scoter is will remove ,coz bigbike automatic is amazing but the prize cant afforD
How dies the bike handle Low speed maneuvers where your clutch usually comes in handy ?
You dose it from gas handle.
@@motorhead16 So if you don't give a DCT transmission any throttle at all does the bike behave the same as if I've got a clutch held down?
@@tomoates8568 yup
I just took my MSF and was wondering the exact same thing
You can drag the rear brake to give you better control at low speeds. Works just as well imo
what year is this bike?
2014!
Honda should use dual hand breaking system..
They do...except one of your hands is a foot.
@@1966johnnywayne 😂😜😜😜😜😂😂😂i m just say for dct motorcycles
I see… So they put the clutch into the kick stand 🧐
When I get my first bike, I'm getting an automatic because the manual sounds like to much work lol
Would this be a great beginner to start on?
Yes
bro how much price this honda bike?
You can pick them up for around $4500
I want ittttttttr
how do you control cluthless stearing and cornering?
The same actually. Drag rear brake for stability and smooth throttle control. I dare say learning on a DCT makes you a more responsible rider as you have no clutch to “save” you. You learn NOT to get yourself in trouble with your throttle
@@petergriffin8681 ty man
What is that bike? I want to get in the riding but I don’t wanna manual the bike kind of looks amazing I don’t want something crazy.
Honda CTX700! They don't make them anymore, but you can find them used pretty easily. Honda makes some new automatics as well.
@@DailyMotor I’ve been personally looking at the rebel 300 or a Honda Navi.
@@timboston2801 In case you're interested, ua-cam.com/video/8KA2r9aUrMg/v-deo.html
Why are you going slow or is that a lower cc engine
simple is better ❤️👍
But it isn't simpler...more parts, more more electronics, more expense.
Price?, Meaning where Can one person get one?
You should be able to pick one up on FB Marketplace or Craigslist for around $4500.
Does anyone know how about getting a license for a DCT? How would that work
It's the same as a normal motorcycle license.
@@DailyMotor can I take the motorcycle test with a dct? Just curious.
You should be able to, but some areas might give you trouble.@@Unloyalpriest
As a rider myself I can’t have an automatic motorcycle I love flipping up and down threw gears
I'm looking for a non manual cycle. I have brain cells, but, my mind can't comprehend using 3 different things to shift gears.
Does this require a driver license?
Yes why would it not
That'll be weird to drive for me. I'm good with manual
All the bike people I know said automatica don't exist. I will for now on Google and UA-cam 😂😂
Yah bike kitne Ki Hai
would prefer double lever
Yeah, like make it a rear break like a bike or something
does a skirt come with it??
Pop a wheelie 😳
Why doesn't Honda offer any DCT motorcycle in 250 - 400 cc range? I will buy it if they do.
Venom has 250cc automatic bikes if ur in the US
@@martin-pz6ds
Thanks. I bought a NAVi two months ago. I will consider this model as my next bike. It looks really great.
We need royal Enfield with Dct in India
I'd really like to learn to ride. Cars make me uncomfortable.