Honda Motorcycle NT1100... Amazingly priced sports tourr
Jun 08, 2025
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Sales of traditional sports tourists have been increasing once again recently. Honda has not had an open-class sports touror in the U.S. since the VFR1200F disappeared in 2017.
The 2025 Honda NT1100 was developed on the same platform as the African Twin DCT.NT, like many other models, shares the platform of the Honda lineup.It was transformed into a sports touring machine by changing the core part of the African twin.
NT launched in Europe in 2022 and remains firmly in the bestselling position.It has been upgraded to a 2025 model and the second-generation model has already been released.Only a single DCT model is sold in the United States. Surprisingly, NT1100 DCT overwhelms most competitive models in terms of price. In addition, the recommended consumer price of $11,899 (about 16.35 million won) is almost $4,000 (about 5.49 million won) cheaper than the African Twin on which the motorcycle is based.
engine is the same as that used in African twin adventure bikes. It is a water-cooled 1084 cc single overhead cam parallel twin engine.The U.S. model is equipped with DCT as standard.The engine has undergone several significant upgrades to its 2025 model. This offers immediate benefits to U.S. buyers.
Honda NT1100 is the most cost-effective motorcycle in sports touring. Equipped with optional Saddleback, the NT is perfectly ready for a delightful night-time sports ride. Sports Tourors are also very good in performance in various shapes and sizes.The open class model is fast and sporty. It is very easy to not feel stuffy even when you ride your luggage or passenger.
NT's 1,084 cc parallel two-cylinder engine is not as powerful as the Kawasaki Super Charger Ninja H2. Instead, Honda prices are about a third cheaper than some European models from the Ninja H2, Ducati and BMW. The important thing is to decide whether to shell out a huge amount of money for a competitive motorcycle with over 140 horsepower, or ride a motorcycle with an output balanced enough to be no longer greedy in most situations.
NT provides very useful medium and low-speed torque in urban areas.Combined with the DCT transmission, it transforms into an amazingly versatile commuter motorcycle. Switching DCT mode to D(Drive) makes NT easier to drive like a really powerful scooter in a crowded city center.
On spotty roads, this engine delivers exactly the torque needed to escape a powerful corner.If you want to drive NT aggressively, you can use the DCT manual shift paddle. In some cases, the sports mode of the transmission makes corner escape perfect, but in others, the gear count is so high that it pauses when escaping.
Fortunately, you can get as much driving performance as you want with a slight manipulation of the downshift paddle.Manipulating up-shift and down-shift triggers in thrilling driving comes as a thrilling experience. It gives you an experience like a video game.
Manipulating the menu of a 6.5-inch TFT display requires some learning.It is interesting to note that the chassis, which is virtually identical to the African Twin, has been transformed into a sports touring machine just by changing the wheel size, adjusting the steering geometry, and reducing the wheel base.
Below the body is hidden the same frame found in the African Twin.Compared to the African Twin DCT, some of the cost savings are due to basic suspensions.The front wheels are equipped with a Nissin radial mount caliper and a 43mm show and fork. The upright adventure-style handlebar allows you to tilt your arms horizontally and comfortably, so you don't put pressure on your wrist.
The fluffy seat has a ride height of 32.3 inches, 5 cm below the standard position of the African twin.The overall ergonomic design combined with a comfortable footpeg position provides excellent comfort over long distances. I was able to feel the comfort as I tested it for two days.
Another important factor is the excellent wind protection provided by the windscreen (which offers a 6.5-inch range) with front pairing and five-stage adjustment.Considering the basic suspension, there is no damping control, but it does not degrade the performance of the bike.
Is Honda NT1100 DCT one of the best products in sports touring? While evaluating NT1100 DCT, I can't help but admit that this bike is really cheap.NT is the best option in terms of the comfort of long-distance and sporty riding if you like the adventure model and don't think you're going to get off the pavement.
Its strength is that it is cheaper than many Enduro bikes on the market. If you buy NT, you can free up space for another bike in your garage for one European sports tourler. There are many bikes on the market with stronger performance, more diverse features and more sophisticated technology, but all of these factors drive prices beyond small and medium-sized cars.
NT1100 offers excellent performance, convenience, and selected advanced features at an out-of-logic price. This combination may be what drives buyers to buy new sports touring bikes. At least Honda's cost-effectiveness strategy is shining properly in the United States.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
