2013 Honda reviews

We rode this bike from Michigan to Key West, and from Michigan to Sturgis, SD. We had no problems whatsoever, while my four Harley brothers each had at least one mechanical issue. This bike has been dealership maintained, and is in excellent condition. Less than 23,000 miles. Show less

I owned this bike for about five years. I've ridden many bikes over the years and the NC700 is undoubtedly one of the most comfortable and enjoyable bikes in the Commuter/Sport-Touring segment. The bike has a very low center of gravity. Combined with the smooth automatic transmission it handles everything with ease. I didn't do any off-roading, however the bike simply needs some dual-sport tires and a skid plate to be an adventure ready machine. Maintenance is also very easy and infrequent besides keeping the chain properly lubed. Recently upgraded from the 2013 to a 2022...... same great bike with a few modern enhancements. Show less

This bike was easy to ride, reliable, comfortable and quiet. I would recommend this bike to anyone who enjoys the outdoors . It is light and just the right size for a comfortable ride. I am saddened that I must sell the bike due to the untimely death of my husband. This was his pride and joy ! Show less

This is a great beginner and mid-level bike. It's powerful enough that you won't outgrow it quickly, but not so powerful that you can't control it. It's power curve is smooth and easily handled. I've had mine for 8 years and still love it. Only oil changes and a Battery change for maintenance (in addition to chain lubing kithed annual maintenance). Very easy bike to take care of. Show less

Having established four-cylinder credentials with the CB750, Honda undertook the tricky business of making the layout work as effectively in smaller engine sizes. The second type of Honda FOUR, the CB500 was intended as a more elegant sports bike for the mature rider. Show less

I can't say enough about this beauty! Old school look, excellent performance, handling, efficiency, very low maintenance as most Honda's are and just a blast to drive! Upgrades are very easy to do and cost effective. Super under-rated sleeper! Show less

I am this bike's one-owner who bought my Gold Wing for my birthday. I loaded it up with every option available including an airbag, navigation and fog lights. Huntington Beach Honda dealership has all the service records since the purchase on Feb 2013. It's been housed in my carpeted-garage and considered by me a work-of-art. It has plenty of SOUL and has therefore my greatest respect. I named my bike Brutus and we talk after every ride. We've been through snow, ice, sleet, rain and Brutus is still in impeccable condition. If you won't take care of Brutus, please don't buy him. I've ridden both Harleys and BMW touring bikes in the past. Then I chatted with my Newport Beach motor-Cop neighbor who said I'm an idiot if I don't buy a Gold Wing. After a demo, I knew he was right, so I bought it. What convinced me is the well-balanced, easy to operate amazing ride and the power-reverse to get it in my garage. It is water-cooled to get me through the desert with power to get me up the Colorado Rockies. An imposing motorcycle has its advantages. Drivers can see me and I have the power of 6-cylinders to get out of their way. And don't discount the airbag's value. It will make your spouse and family members happy to know you've got it. Speaking of family, there is no motorcycle on the planet that is more comfortable for passengers! No contest. An unhappy passenger can be a miserable experience for you. Give them what they deserve, an amazing, safe and solid ride. Show less

Fatal flaw - aerodynamics at highway speeds. Truly horrible wind noise around the helmet. The worst I remember of any bike I've riden. (Doesn't seem to affect the very tall.) Around town, it's fantastic. Quick enough and nimble enough to make airport traffic fun. My favorite thing - the comfort and support the seat and rider position give my low back. If I didn't have to turn in the very occasional long ride and the more frequent occasional interstate run, this would be an all around very capable and comfortable bike. It even does okay when pushed into ADV type terrain. Show less

Bought brand new in 2013 and I loved it! Handles great. Looks great. Very low maintenance. Only complaint is stock seat was horribly uncomfortable and there weren't a whole lot of aftermarket parts available. I would still be riding it but sadly a friend totaled it out a cpl weeks ago. Show less

The stock pegs/valve cover placement make foot placement cramped and uncomfortable for distance, no problem for short local rides. So I installed Rivco Aero Highway Cruise pegs for the ride home. The Rivco pegs are marvelously comfortable and well worth the investment. Most notable was the high-pitched whine of the flat six, zero vibration at 60-65, and the exceptional balance and feel of the 750 pound Valkyrie. Felt like a 650 pound sportbike. It shifts and rides very smoothly but seems like it could use an overdrive at 80 mph. The windshield is too short and caused buffeting. The bags provided ample storage space and cargo rack worked well. Needs a Throttle Lock, bought a Brakeaway, not yet installed. Overall very fast, powerful, and comfortable with cruise pegs installed, a must if you are tall. At night the LED headlight disappointed a bit, as a thin, horizontal decorative strip bisecting the headlamp causes the low beam to fall short on the road. Show less