Hi All I've had my NC for about 10 months and have clocked up just over 13000 km. I commute 85km, to and from work daily and loving it. Fuel consumption is excellent @ 3.8-4.1 l/100km. I average around 130kph on the highway, with occasional bursts to 160+. All round I am very happy with the bike. Only two niggles, wind buffeting at speed and corrosion starting to show on places like Rad cap and mirror stalks. I think I will discuss these on the Technical forum, rather. Yup, I live in Durban so rust is an issue. all Marc
I guess your NC is one of the first which has been sold in the Durban area.
I wonder whether any rust issues will be covered under guarantee ? Anyway, I think it might be worthwhile to discuss this issue with Honda at this early stage, while the bike is still under guarantee.
Should more owners also do experience rust problems, I hope they will also pass comments at this Forum in this regard.
One of the mail goals of this Forum is to share our personal experience with our NC's , to enjoy our bikes - but at the same time, to create a communication platform for owners, should any technical problems occur.
As far as wind is concerned, I've mounted a Kappa screen to my NCX the day before yesterday - haven't tried it at speed yet, but while I was facing a strong wind and riding at 90 km/h yesterday, it definately made a difference below the helmet area. (I paid R1100 + R65 Courier cost from Cape Town).
Please feel free to discuss any issues at the Technical section - and if possible, please forward some photos of the rust.