Here are my thoughts on the new Africa Twin after spending a week on it covering 500 miles in all sort of conditions and all sorts of roads. It's a longer video than usual to ensure I got all the details in, but if you have a short attention span you can skip to various parts below; (obviously, I'd prefer it if you watch it all the way through)
What's new? - 00.37
Weight and bigger tank - 02:16
Seat Heights - 03:20
Exhaust Sound - 04:52
Rider Controls & Electronics - 06:29
Any negatives? - 08:47
A little bit of dirt - 10:40
Practical Torque - 12:59
One 'Car Play' drawback - 14:06
Handling & Brakes - 15:28
DRL & Cornerning lights - 18:29
Pricing & Options - 20:49
Walkaround - 21:08
Wrap up & summary - 23:27
The gear I'm wearing;
Arai Profile V Helmet - http://tiny.cc/gw74iz
RST X-Rally Jacket & Pants - http://tiny.cc/a274iz
TCX Drifter Boots - http://tiny.cc/i674iz
Sena 10c Evo - http://tiny.cc/c874iz