BMW G 650 GS versus Honda NC 750 X

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure

Honda NC 750 X

Crossover

Used test of the small single-cylinder GS from 2012

We test a used BMW G 650 GS from 2012 and show you in this video what strengths and weaknesses the "little GS" has. With test drive, acceleration, technology and pros & cons etc. Test categories: 02:40 - Dimensions of the BMW G 650GS 03:49 - Cockpit... weiter

BMW G 650 GS im Test

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Cross-over fun bike with 59 hp - is that possible?

There are few motorcycles like the Honda NC 750 X. Although it does not have real enduro qualities, it is well suited for longer stages thanks to the seating position. So actually a typical... weiter

Honda NC 750 X im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016

Built von 2014 bis 2024~

RRP

RRP 8.499 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Suzuki - V-Strom 650

Pros:

light and manoeuvrable
uncomplicated
favorable consumption
solid workmanship
enough space for passenger

Pros:

Light and manoeuvrable
Easy to ride - also suitable for beginners
Beautiful V2-like sound
Practical storage compartment
Motor develops torque far below
cost-effective maintenance, low consumption

Cons:

radiates little emotion

Cons:

a bit emotionless because almost too perfect
Windscreen with standard windscreen only 1b
Performance sufficient, but not sporty

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length : 2.165 mm
Seat : 780 mm
Weight : 192 kg

Wheelbase: 1.525 mm
Length : 2.210 mm Height : 1.330 mm
Seat : 800 mm until : 830 mm
Weight : 214 (max: 429 ) kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5

Motor design: Number 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 745 ccm
Hub: 80 mm
Hole: 77 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 59 HP at 6.750 U/Min
Torque: 69 NM bei 4.750 U/Min

Tank contents: 14 Litre
Consumption: 4 l
Reach: 403 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Frame type:
Tubular steel frame (steel)

Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 41 mm (travel 120 mm)

Rear suspension:
Central strut (travel 120 mm)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm

Tyres at the front: 120/70-ZR17M/C
Rear tyres: 160/60-ZR17M/C

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk

Front brake
Single disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 240 mm)

Conclusion - what gets stuck

The NC 750 X is one of Honda's top 3 sellers. No wonder, because as mentioned at the beginning there are hardly any competitors that would be comparable with this bike. It is incredibly practical, agile, easy to drive, affordable and offers the proverbial Honda quality. However, the NC would not be dojustice if it were simply reduced to these virtues, because it is also really fun! Appropriately, we also liked the sound thanks to the lifting pin offset. Beautifully bollerig and untemrum bassy, the Twin roars in front of it. Almost like a V2, especially when you're gasping.

Overall, Honda succeeds with the NC 750 X a small, fine funbike that has not unjustly found many fans over the years. This certainly does not include the announcers and announcers of the motorcycle meeting, but rather "real" motorcyclists, who use their bike a lot and often. So all those who have to be able to rely on their mobile base, because they are not only gurgling to the iceman in fair weather, but on the daily commute or for longer journeys. And that's exactly what the Honda NC 750 X is made for.

The test machine was provided to us by motofun from Kaltenkirchen - thank you very much!