Honda Africa Twin DCT (2017) : First Ride : PowerDrift
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- Опубліковано 4 січ 2025
- One of the most eagerly anticipated motorcycles this year, the Honda Africa Twin is lithe yet cunning. Sergeant Sheldekar samples the INR 13.06 lakh adventure-tourer in Udaipur, and gives you a complete lowdown, and busts some myths about that DCT.
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Good Morning #NotificationSquad! Breakfast served with a dash of off-roading action. Remember to hit the Like button if you liked the video!
good morning
PowerDrift good morning #PDA
Now that bike has a lot of things up its sleeves!!!
PowerDrift morning treat it is..
IAM SQUID : Good morning!
there's always something when it comes to PD and Adventure bikes. Versys 650, Himalayan and now Africa twin. Stupendous!
Finally one bike I can dream to own someday
GoPro Man Hope you buy it one day!!
I would love to see go pro man on africa twin
thanks guys. hope that day will come soon :)
GoPro Man hue hue hue 😂
Its a treat to watch sagar ride the Africa Twin ✌
the background score & the slo-mo video., they just blend-in like soda & whiskey..!!! cheers....
Africa Twin is the perfect blend of a Rally bike + motocross + adv genetics... I think this is the only bike capable to give me the calm enjoyment of straight roads and off road adrenaline... with the adequate power and weight, this bike rings all the bells in my heart..!
I'll flush my money for this bike one day smiling wide... :)
*as soon as I have it... XD
Excellent review PD...
Glad you enjoyed this! We would love to hear your experiences once you get the bike! :D
Cheers..! 👍
@@powerdriftofficial omo
Everything is great in this video:the bike ,the editing and ofcourse the music.
This one was quite calm,composed and easy going rather than usual PD reviews.
I think india needs off roaders because we don't have to go off road for adventure!! Our roads are enough!!
subhayan maity 😂😂
Atul Navadiya
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Ha ha ha... Yes all kinds of terrains on city roads, high ways etc. This is further tested by stray dogs, cows and people driving in wrong way😂😘😁😉👍👍
Great comprehensive review thank you. What a lovely bike! - you just sold me one!!
Awesome holistic view of the 2017 version! 2018 is even better
Man O Man..You're videos are like fresh air Sarge..Was waiting for this review since long time and finally its here.. Thanks for upload #Powerdrift.
Sagar can make you fall in love with any damn bike with the way he reviews it.Awesome Bro ! Long live #ThePDARMY
When you hear the word "Honda"....Remember... Perfection!
A perfect offroad-on road companion for touring especially in our country roads where even on-road seems like off-road at times 😂
Ur reviews just make my bucket list longer n longer
Music is awesome.... @sagar is always the best.... kudos to the team....🤗👌
😍😍😍😍 weekdays are lot better when there is new powerdrift video.
And when there's PDArmy! :)
Awsome review.. Love the way u speak.. The smile.. The passion.. Makes a person want the bike Instantly..
Your compliments mean a lot to us Omar! Thank yoU! :D
It's Honda ! Definitely the reliable and cost effective with regards to after sales.
Tiger/GS/multistrada will have to watch their back
Sagar's heart and soul is in bikes. He knows his stuff.👌
#BikeLife! :P
what a start to the day....!!! a review so involving ...that Sargent just nailed the sweet spot !!!!
Hey, thank you for the compliments Tanmay! :)
Damn... u guys make every video so flawlessly... it feels like to buy the machines then and there itself..
Haha! Thank you Abhijeet!
You know that your day is gonna be great when #PD wishes you good morning in an ADVENTUROUS Way! Loved it!
Haha! Thanks Saisrikar!
now this was a mature review.....really enjoyed it before I started my work day!
Amazing review but what I appreciated the most was the PERFECT choice of music to go along! :)
Keep it up guys.. you are absolutely the best at what you do
it reminds me review of himalayan and triumph tigger.....sargie is best in offroad and back with rolling wheelie.... PDarmy keep those wheels spinning
you guys make us fall in love with each and every bike
Would hav loved even more with Sheldy's voice from on board camera... That crazy expression he gives while riding!!!
This guy's voice and accent is just ❤️❤️❤️... Fabulous review was waiting since long #PDArmy
Your kind words are much appreciated Anand! :)
With DCT sadly this may become the rich lady's Honda Activa...Nice review man!
im not really a honda fanboy but i love this honda africa twin
Despite the jio 1 gb limited data pack PD video deserves 480p😋
How humble of Sagar, he rides like a pro and still says "especially for us new guys" 😛
PD + Sergeant.... every moment worth to watch their reviews. Eagerly waiting for comprehensive review.
Once you go the adventure bike way there ain't no going back. Subscriber from USA.
There's fun to be had on both ;)
Hello from India!
Sagar!! sometimes i feel jelous because u have the best job in the world😉
Aye why jealous Santhosh, it's all because of you guys! :D
Loved the video and the bike too and the bike is loaded with hell lot of features waiting for the comprehensive review to come
the music is just spot on!
Thank you so much Vinay! :D
Goes without saying that its another impeccable vid. But then that's what we expect from PD, especially when its Sarge presenting.
Do let me know if my assessment is reasonable.
The Africa twin is a great adventure bike, no question. I feel that it would do well in the city (courtesy the DCT) as a daily rider, prove adequate for highway touring and excel at off-road adventure.
However, if the focus is mainly on Highway touring, the competition from BMW/Truimph/Ducati would have a litte edge.
Sagar Sheldekar
I figured that. I was just wondering how it stacks up against the competition based on varied usage condotions.
Cheers! 🍻
What a soothing background music 😄 just like the Africa Twin.
Amazing as always Powerdrift!
Thank you for the lovely compliments Pranay! :)
What a perfect soundtrack. Morning folks!
love you # pdarmy ur hardwork pays off!!! Best review channel on youtube right now... Just made my day ... Proud to be a subscriber of #Powerdrift
Your comment made our day, Vedhant. Thank you, it really means a lot to us. :D
It's like PD cameras have a beauty mode. No matter which bike they review , they make it look so good that after every review I feel like buying the bike. How do you guys do that every damn time ?!?!?
And whoever is making the music for PD deserves a big round of applause. The old saying of chaar chaand laga diye comes alive with this class of music . 👍👍
Not an adventure guy, but loving the Africa Twin. There's a charm to it..
Is it charming enough to make you try adventure riding? ;)
ya same here
PowerDrift would love to try :)
The bike is never riding you....You are riding the bike✌️👏👏👏
Finally Africa in India. Thanks powerdrift. Sweet video
Finally you reviewed it
Another master piece by Powerdrift.
honda is honda
PD is PD
wow... finally.
Made my day. +the backgrond music.
already watched 3 times in a row. Thank you Powerdrift.!
Welcome comrade, and don't forget to share the video!
i am always more excited for any reviews by Sagar....than those GOT episodes....
keep it up....Powerdrift is at top in the world when it comes to first ride impression or reviews....Bell icon is ON for lifetime.......
From my opinion this man is the best for powerdrifte Chanel 👌👍😆
Another one of those great reviews by sagar and the team...cheers...big fan 👌🏻
A quick 9 min break from my work :P .... who cares about the boss when its another epic #PD video
Haha! Maybe your boss is busy watching the video too! :P
Hats off to your content writer
This isn't a REVIEW ? ! :D
Either this is the BEST first ride video ever - or - this is going to lead to the BEST REVIEW video next ;)
I absolutely love this bike! The thing with ADVs is that you don't need insane bhp and torque figures because anything above 100 will not even get used when you're off-roading which is what the GS and Enduro boast of. Africa twin was always a winner for Honda and this version just makes it that much better. Affordable quality and fun!
Great point. But the problem is that there's a very thin line between pure ADVs and ADV Tourers, specially in our country where we're still not adjusted to both types. On top of that, manufactures keep selling their ADV tourers as ADVs which in the end fails to prove itself.(E.g. Himalayan)
For an ADV tourer, we'd still need a very good top end, 100-120 won't cut it even for a slow tourer like me for 1000+KMs trips.
Cheers.
Prince Cruise I really don't understand the Himalayan. Toll free traveller just released a Leh Ladakh series for which he used a Himalayan and said that it kinda struggles to go uphill. And that bike is also obviously not ideal for munching miles on the highway. Which makes me think it's half assed in both the aspects. Kinda makes it quarter assed if you get what I mean. But you're right, India lacks both ADVs and ADV tourers in the low and mid capacity categories.
Himalayan could've been a potent(by Indian std.'s) ADV tourer if not for the parent company's shitty attitude towards the customers as well as their blatant disregard for good engineering. They promoted it as dual sports, neither of which it does properly.
As long as we'll keep buy shitty products, we'll keep getting shitty products.
Couldn't agree more.
Wonderful background scores especially the last one and an awesome video to watch. Of course the by its name and fantastic looks create a must watch. It's definitely different but unique from the other of your videos but I loved it.
Perfect way to describe.... amazing presentation and as always music was perfect....keep it up
This was Beautiful :')
For all the haters who thought Africa Twin doesn't make sense,This is the video to watch.
Any Fireblade video coming soon? :(
Awesome video yaar...kudos for Powerdrift..
Wow what a bike ,nice video pd army ,I luv u as always
Was eagerly waiting for the Africa twin review. Thankyou. And special credits to the editor for inserting the music in the way it is. Fantastic!!
Thank you so much for the kind words, Sunny! :)
What a start to a day !!!
Awesomely presented video guys with the Africa Twin I think the competition is going to have a run for there money so keep it up Honda..
Great job guys
Watching Sagar review bikes is a treat to the eyes :D and ears ofcourse!
A very good morning PD. Damn good as always 👌👌👌👍👍👍👍👍.
Good morning comrade!
The background music is nice ,the video is superb as always :)
Fantastic!!...was waiting for pd to do the Africa Twin...after seeing soo many foreign reviews of it im more than glad its finally here....although like Sarge said.... wish they had more time to go off road more & see its full potential....hope PD gets to do so for the comprehensive review.......Thnx powerdrift u guys r awesome as always
Finally...Worth every penny...
amazing video...but also..the music at the end...just wow..who was that
Aww, PD you made my day starting with a smile on my face. I just feel like completely gym for today 😊
Hey, thanks for those kind words!
I guess it's the first time I saw you so relaxed 😄
Mazza aa gaya dekh ke bhai log from assam
It's so sad that you don't post the link to background music! PD has one of the best background music!
Just got up and what a beautiful start to the day and also, no one can ever win against Honda's reliability so if i had money 100/10 I'll buy that baby
I thought ur a sport racer but seem to Be Ur Off Road Rider Too Bro.... Awesome *Sagar*
The notification came & i read Honda Activa Twin Dct😂😂
Haha! That would be one helluva scooter! :P
PowerDrift Yeah man......lol :P
Damn.. I was waiting badly for Africatwin review from you... Thanks a lot 😍
Welcome comrade! What you think of the video?
PowerDrift the best... The way he explaining is just awesome 😍 and must say camera man dng awesome job ✌
Nicely summarized, a full blown review would be really helpful. Looking forward to it :)
"...feels so small between youre legs" hahahah thats not what she said😂😂😂
Ahh i could watch you review even a stone
Amazing videos PowerDrift
Awesome review, awesome bike. DCT on a bike, well, now thats a cool addition.
Alas! Africa Twin for real...'sarge' is the way to go!! Can hardly wait for the comprehensive review...
there should be *LOVE* button on video too Coz I am loving it !!
Maybe the Share button can suffice for now! ;)
Now that's a perfect start of the day...... The Long awaited review of the Africa Twin...... Looking forward to the comprehensive review...... Music was superb, gels perfectly with the tribal feel that the bike evokes while taking it to the farthest corners of the country........
Props for music choice I say 🙃
Thank you Phantom Rides.
+PowerDrift what's the track at the end of the video?
made my day complete thank you sagar and powerdrift. thanks guys once again
Welcome Sreenu!
Wow, so much positive review.
And that kids, how to do a 1st class review of a 1st class bike in less than 9 minutes.
#longlivePD
The music at the end is amazing!!!! PowerDrift please artist and track?
love your work on this one Sagar. everything is perfect.
P.S. you finally like the brakes on this one.
Haha! Yes, and on this one too - ua-cam.com/video/U1_S-o_-cI8/v-deo.html
Good morning PD army.. Got a notification in office and just slipped into cafeteria to watch.. Sargent wat is dct? And guys bgm at end was magical.
The music makes me watch it again and again👌 😂👍😂
Haha! Thank you Arjun, and don't forget to share it once too!
You guys were shooting here in Udaipur and I was sitting idle in my room at Udaipur😭😞 So much regret...
How were you able to perfom wheelies?was it difficult?you used the manual mode or some of the "s" modes?
Thats something cool honda has presented😱
I like ur reviews and hoping for an in depth coverage of it soon... Kudos to u guys
Thanks Manish and do stay tuned. :)
Great Vid! Cheers :)