After a staple diet of sports bikes for years, I decided to give the twin a go. I suppose it was a combination of the constant risk of losing my licence on the CBR and having tried a Land Rover for a couple of years as transport. I liked the fact the Landy would go anywhere, but hated the fuel bill. So, the twin was sort of a replacement. After buying a shed and doing a full rebuild, the twin does make me wonder why I rtode such bloody uncomfortable bikes for so many years. Yeah, sure its not the fastest, but for the first time in years I'm really enjoying riding again. I actually go out riding weekend. Not local, we're talking 200 miles +. To me that must speak volumes. Now there's a new one apparently coming out next year. I hope they do as good a job as this one, I'd buy it. But I'd still keep this one!

Have enjoyed riding all over Japan, although more of a week-end rider as living close to work-place. A bit breathless, as you might expect, going up some of the higher mountain roads (especially with a passenger and an air filter that needs replacing), but generally lots of low-down torque and a reasonable top speed. Fuel line problem only now beginning to be an issue and will be fixed tomorrow! Otherwise, no other major issues; regular servicing and a well-lubed chain have given tens of thousands of miles of trouble-free biking. As most of the other posts here report, seat really is a bummer: more than 80-100 kms and you really need to stand up for a while. Touratech do a replacement which I can't be bothered to fit. Supertrapp exhaust has a nice note, and a Givi tall screen is useful if you're over 175 cms. A great bike and wouldn't dream of swapping it for the complicated electro-mechanicals of a GS12. The Africa Twin is much easier (and cheaper) to service and can do everything a GS can (albeit less comfortable). Oh, and if you're in Madrid where every man and his perro have a GS12, an AT is a much rarer and cooler ride.

Bought my XRV 750 RD07A from a friend last January 2011 after he'd owned it from 2002. It only had 14,000 miles on the clock. I always loved the look f the AT and sold my MY00 BMW R1150GS to buy it. Loved it from the word go. Light and fun to ride and perfect for driving in the city. In the time I owned it I only carried out standard service maintenance. I did and complete the IBA SS1000 figure of 8 around Ireland on it which is covering 1000 miles in 24hrs. Standard saddle, Standard bike. 0 mods. I'm 6ft 3" tall and I found it very comfortable for a trip like this and with only a couple of stops to fuel and feed me I was very happy with how it preformed. Sold it a couple of months ago due to personal reasons but have just bought its replacement. Another Africa Twin XRV 750 RD07A. Don't want any other. The twin has a life time place in my heart and don't plan on selling the new one any time soon.

ruling out the fuel pomp which ticks off after several rounds of fuel run outs....and the seat which is incompatible with human anatomy...the most optimal machine ever built!

Kerem Cesmebasi

Te Africa Twin has to be the best bike I've owned since passing my test 20 years ago. Nothing has gone wrong with it and the only parts I've had to buy have been due to wear and tear or for cosmetic reasons. The riding position is great, it's more upright than sports bikes and higher than tourers. This gives me the confidence in it's handling that I just did not have with my previous sports and sport-touring motorcycleas.
The engine sounds lovely, being a V-twin, and although it's not the most powerful it is more than capable to cruise at more than the speed limit if that is what you require. It has quite a kick when asked to accelerate in a hurry to get past slower cars or bikes and has been known to surprise a few sports bikes in the twistier sections!
The only real downside of this bike (as far as I'm concerned) is the comfort of the seat....after 60-70 miles my bum waves the white flag, it really is that painfull! With a little extra/softer padding it should be good for at least double that. It's a shame really as the fuel tank is huge and the fun factor is even bigger!
Honda really knew what they were doing when they built the Africa twin, but it seems that they don't understand the market any more as there is a huge gap in their product line left when they ceased production. I hope they see sense soon before all the other manufacturers steal their customers!

You Should Buy This Bike If you want like adventures, because this bike will give you what you want, where you want to go & what you want to be...

Always wanted one then brought this bike in New Zealand from a guy who brought it in from the UK. I did just what you need for a long trip, lower that a ktm adventurer and a better ride I meet a couple of guys on my trip and they both were on ktms and once they sat on the Honda they liked the riding position much better.

This Honda XRV750 Africa Twin bike is awesome. I have done 13,000Km in 4 months on and off road in New Zealand and this bike has not missed a beat. Now has 73,000km. Oil changed every 5000km. Sweet running. Mitas E-07 tyres (good in all conditions except boggy wet mud). Adventure panniers, Givi topbox. Cruises very well at 100kph (NZ legal maximum) but sits easily at 125kph all day.
Off road, it is more capable than you would think. Okay, it is 207kg dry, but keep it upright and you can do almost anything- with the right tyres. Mitas E-07 are the best I have tried on this kind of bike.
There are no faults with this bike, provided you don't want to race Hyabusas or get your knee down. It tours, takes passenger without any problem, good fuel (39mpg off road, 44-48 town and country, 51 on a long run at 90-100kph).
I am 5feet 11 inches tall, weighing 88kg. Riders of this bike could do with being 2 inches taller and a bit stronger. That said. I have gotten out of everything.
Check my weblog for pictures www.wideboyracer.co.uk/gallery

Alternatives for NZ touring would be DR650 (with long range tank)
I am heading to Australia in Feb 2007 after selling the AT. Will buy another one if possible as it is THE bike to do desert/rough track exploring. Just don't take it wallowing in mud by yourself and you will ride through everything. I would ride this over an R1150 GS anyday, for cost (outlay) and value for money (and I suspect the R1150 is heavier- it certainly felt more ungainly just sat on it).
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Happy riding!