Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT: Long Term Review

I spent 4 months, and 10,000 Miles with the 2022 Honda Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT over the Summer. A Long Term Rider's Review.

Things I mention or use in this Video:

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:23 Context
01:09 Honda Africa Twin Models
01:30 Tech Specs
02:29 Seat Height
03:36 Weight and Fuel Capacity
04:15 Dual Clutch Transmission Drive Modes
04:53 TFT Display and Additional Accessories
05:20 My Opinion
06:03 Experience Long Distance Riding
08:22 My experience with the TFT Display and Android Auto
10:29 I Broke the 12V Plug...
10:49 My opinion on DCT
13:18 Is it better than my CB500x?
14:16 Did it meet my expectations?
15:33 My Average MPG and Miles per Tank
15:46 Would I own this bike? Am I buying it?

RIDING GEAR & LUGGAGE
▶Scorpion EXO AT950 Helmet
Luggage on the Africa Twin:

CAMPING EQUIPMENT
My Favorite Motorcycle Camping Equipment

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[antoniavie]

Dear Mr Honda, please give this lady this bike for free... she deserves it!
Better than any advertisment Honda could ever make!

[bruceramseyramsey]

NOW THAT WAS AN EXCELLENT BIKE REVIEW!! JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF INTRO W/O THE BLA BLA CHIT CHAT THAT I JUST FOUND ELSE WHERE. THANK YOU. V85 TT RIDER FROM TEXAS.

[ottomatic]

As an official old guy, I can no longer just kick a leg over the bike when mounting/dismounting. Big Rock Moto has pointed this out in a video, I put my left foot on the left peg (kick stand down) and then up and over. I've been told by others that they would never trust the stand, but what am I to do? Give up riding? Adding a top box will require a more thoughtful mount :)

[davereinhart]

Honda sure was great to let you use this. Now, I hope they give it to you! You are the best advertisement they have!

[jean-claudechiasson]

Thanks ! For the review Amanda. You're a Honda Ambassador even looking back at the miles you rack on the CBX you've been putting out positive energy in the ADV world. Honda will cut you a deal to own your dream ride. Get her done gal. 👍👍

[tonsofbees]

Love the video! I’m Honda fan because of Amanda. Would love to see more Honda content from her….. she would be a great ambassador!

[briangaskill]

I love your enthusiasm for the Africa Twin. You sound just like me talking about it. I think all of my riding friends are sick of me talking about mine! I have a 2017 DCT that I wouldn't trade for anything. I think the DCT lets you concentrate on other things that allow you to really reduce the amount of fatigue you'd normally experience with a traditional manual transmission. Plus, the DCT is much quicker from a dead stop than pretty much any other bike I can think of. I ride off road as much as possible, and your comparison with a Rekluse clutch is spot on. You will never stall a DCT in a tricky situation off road. It can and will save you from dumb mistakes on and off road. Great video Amanda!

[billmcmeekin]

21000km on my 2020ATASes DCT and love it! Love it! Never expected to enjoy an 1100cc scooter so much. Dirt biker for life, manual muscle car owner, mountain sledded for decades, and truly enjoy this bike so much. Three of us have DCT Africa twins. Two are Baja racers! We multi-week tour sometimes with Pillions. Awesome bike for most everything but very tight single track. Only issue I had was tank magnesium weld flake, that I resolved with Guglatech Mazinga filter kit, to maintain fuel pump reliability. Cheers Magpie, from Canada 🇨🇦 :⁠-⁠)

[randiruge]

I feel the same about my 2017 DCT. If something where to happen with it I would buy another one. The DCT was heaven going through California stop and go traffic. Great review!

[philbert]

I did about 15k miles on my AT ES DCT this summer, too, and I have to agree that the seat is the worst part of the bike! Otherwise, it's amazing. Glad you liked it so much, and thanks for all the great content!

[BallardBaller]

The most comprehensive review of the Africa Twin I've seen.

[motoadventurer]

Thank you so much for this informative and helpful video. Your personal insights along with the standard specs make this video worthwhile. Your experience as a motorcyclist, your love and passion for the hobby, and your humbleness really shine through. Two wheels down, girl!

[damianbereza]

Can't wait to watch your opinion about new transalp 2023

[functionalfitness]

Awesome review!
Proud new owner of a 2023 Africa Twin Adventure Sports with the manual transmission. 🥳🥳🥳
Let the adventures begin!

[danamortensen]

I own 2019 AT DCT and am loving it. It took a while to get used to the seat height (inseam approx.31) and the DCT, I still occasionally grab for the clutch. Oh and I'm 70 years old Otto keep riding!

[richardsprings]

I bought the first one to hit Fresno California June of 17 I love my 2016 Africa twin DCT the transmission spoiled me but I've noticed the seat is a little firm for me too I watch all your videos and thank you very much for your content safe travels

[geoffreykrueger]

I have a standard Africa Twin... it's been a great bike and a little easier on the wallet as well as a few pounds lighter than the Adventure Sports. Especially if you find one lightly used with farkles already added. Nice review!

[cruiez]

One of the best or I would say the best review I have ever watched. This convinced me to buy the Africa Twin. 👍

[heyspookyboogie]

I haven’t heard a single other person mention there’s a simulator for the tft. Wild

[megmcabee]

Awesome review! I bought myself a 2022 Africa Twin DCT (red & black) back in October. I am in love with this bike. It is so easy to ride and extremely comfortable. I can't wait to take it moto-camping this spring. Ride on Amanda!😊