Combining the capabilities and performance of an adventure motorcycle, with the comfort,
convenience and commuting ability of a large-capacity scooter, it’s a two-wheeled SUV that defies
convention.
A premium urban explorer, capable of going from city block, to off-road trail (and back)
in a heartbeat, the X-ADV turns every single ride into a unique experience.
And we’ve made every part of it better.
We’ve made the X-ADV even more versatile, ready for whatever you have planned.
The frame is lighter, a redesigned seat makes ground reach easier and new bodywork heightens
a rugged style that the X-ADV has made its own.
It also hides more storage space and a USB Type-C charger.
Dual headlights feature highly-visible DRL technology, while the full-colour TFT screen
offers intuitive control.
You can also now link to many smartphone functions, such as navigation, calls, messages and music,
via the new Honda Smartphone Voice Control system.
So, wherever you end up, you’re never out of touch.
For a thrilling charge around the rev-counter, we’ve raised the rpm limit and boosted power
from the 745cc, twin-cylinder engine.
Throttle By Wire (TBW) control and four default riding modes optimise performance to suit
conditions and terrain.
And the X-ADV is flexible – you have the option to fully customise engine output and
character, as well as the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) shifting schedule, Honda Selectable
Torque Control (HSTC) and ABS level.
The ground-breaking X-ADV – after a comprehensive update for 2021 which injected more power
while reducing weight, gets three new contemporary colour options for 2022.
Specification includes Throttle By Wire management, 4 default riding modes, 3 level Honda Selectable
Torque Control.
The 22L seat storage compartment includes a USB charger while a glovebox adds further
convenience.
Twin LED headlights feature Daytime Running Lights and a 5-inch TFT display allows smartphone
connectivity via the Honda Smartphone Voice Control System.
It’s not often in the world of motorcycling that a fresh line of thinking emerges to create
a new breed of machine.
But Honda specializes in innovation and in 16YM unveiled a completely new concept, straight
out of left field – the X-ADV.
The thought processes that led to its birth?
Consider the attributes of the average adventure-style motorcycle – tough go-anywhere appeal, an
upright riding position giving superb visibility and remarkable all-round usefulness, work
or play.
Then take a look at the typical commuter; it might be a scooter or motorcycle, but in
either case it will be easy to manage, nimble and loaded with convenience, efficiency and
useful storage space.
Honda’s forward-thinking engineers combined the two together, and something special happened.
The machine they created had a rugged, stylish SUV image fully at home navigating the urban
sprawl.
And while it was loaded with all of the premium features that enable easy life in the big
city, it also had the looks, engine power and chassis ability to inject every ride with
the promise of adventure.
The X-ADV captured the essence of two-wheeled freedom in an exciting new form and garnered
the attention of an army of riders around Europe, eager for something new, and has proved
itself a genuine sales success.
And, proving its off-road credentials, in the hands of seasoned Italian racer Renato
Zocchi a lightly modified version took overall Class 2 victory in the gruelling 7,000km 2019
Gibraltar Rally.
And it has not stood still.
In 2021 Honda upped the X-ADV’s engine performance, trimmed weight, enhanced style and added even
more usefulness.
Making the X-ADV even cooler and more desirable in the process.
The 2021 updates were comprehensive, starting with 3kW more peak power for the EURO5-spec
engine, and an extra 600rpm to the redline.
Shorter ratios for first, second and third gears delivered smarter acceleration, while
taller fourth, fifth and sixth ratios allowed relaxed higher speed cruising and excellent
fuel economy.
Throttle By Wire (TBW) brought with it 4 default rider modes plus a custom choice.
The Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) used Automatic shifting schedules that link with the riding
modes.
A new frame and detail improvements saved 1kg alongside a sharper, more aggressive edge
to the X-ADV’s bodywork.
The dual LED headlights also gained Daytime Running Lights (DRL), as used by the CRF1100L
Africa Twin.
For easier ground reach the seat was re-contoured at the shoulders.
The redesigned under seat storage space grew in volume and also housed a USB charging point;
relocating the parking brake to the right handlebar freed up space for a useful new
glovebox.
And a revised TFT instrument display also featured Honda Smartphone Voice Control System.