Adventure Bikes
Discover new horizons with Honda’s Adventure Bikes—designed for both on-road and off-road journeys. Whether it's time to tackle some rugged trails or cruise on the highways, there's a bike in the range that offers the perfect balance of power, comfort, and reliability. Adventure awaits with Honda.
CRF300
The CRF300 invigorates any weekday commute with an enjoyable, satisfying all-round performance, whilst being a Motorcycle that is born to explore over the weekend.
NX500
Where to? Your choice. The compact, versatile new NX500 offers perfect city agility and off-road ability. It’s comfortable too, with an aggressive, rally-style fairing and large screen shaped for wind protection. High specification technology includes 5-inch TFT screen. And its LAMS approved twin-cylinder engine delivers flexible, hugely enjoyable, performance with HSTC traction management. The adventure begins.
XL750 Transalp
The mountains are calling. An all-round legend of adventure touring is reborn. With class-leading power and torque, in a chassis that delivers light on-road handling plus off-road control. A fairing and screen built for aerodynamics and wind protection, with the optimal riding position for all-day touring comfort. The XL750 Transalp asks only one question. How far do you want to go?
XL750 TransalpDisplacement: 755 cc
Transmission: Manual 6-speed
Riding Modes: Gravel, Sport, Standard, Rain & User
From $18,495 From $19,495
NC750X
This is a bike for motorcyclists who appreciate both versatility and virtuosity in their adventure machines. We’ve given this model some big improvements. More power. A larger integrated storage area. Lighter weight, and a lower seat height than the previous model. Plus some huge technological upgrades like throttle by wire, selectable riding modes, new instruments, a new frame, upgraded bodywork, and ABS.
NC750XDisplacement: 745 cc
Transmission: Manual 6-speed
Riding Modes: Standard, Sport, Rain & User
From $14,995
CRF1100 Africa Twin
The Africa Twin just got an upgrade. It's still the amazingly agile Adventure bike it has always been – with performance to push to the limit – but with extra low-down torque for drive.
CRF1100 Africa Twin ManualDisplacement: 1084 cc
Transmission: Manual 6-speed
Suspension: Showa Suspension
Riding Modes: Tour, Urban, Gravel and Off-Road + User
From $26,495
CRF1100 Africa Twin DCT ESDisplacement: 1084 cc
Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)
Suspension: Showa Electronic Suspension
Riding Modes: Tour, Urban, Gravel and Off-Road + User
From $29,995
CRF1100 Africa Twin Adventure Sports ESDisplacement: 1084 cc
Transmission: Manual 6-speed / 6-Speed Automatic Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)
Suspension: Showa Electronic Suspension
Riding Modes: Tour, Urban, Gravel and Off-Road + User
From $31,995
Frequently Asked Questions
An adventure bike is built for big days on the road, gravel or even off road routes. You get touring-style comfort and wind protection, with the ability to confidently tackle gravel roads and off-road routes to get off the beaten track.
The Honda NX500, CRF300L and the CRF300 Rally are LAMS approved, making them a smart pick for newer riders who want adventure looks, everyday usability, and learner-friendly licensing. Along with more experienced riders wanting a lightweight adventure option.
If long-distance comfort is the goal, the Africa Twin Adventure Sports models are made for touring—strong wind protection and a larger fuel tank help make long days easier.
Yes. The CRF1100 Africa Twin and the NC750X ranges are available with Honda Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT Auto) as an option, as well as traditional manual models.
The NC750X is positioned as a do-it-all all-rounder. It’s practical for commuting and comfortable enough for weekend rides, touring, and general exploring. However all adventure bikes in the Honda range can be used for commuting with many people also using the NX500, CRF300 range and Transalp daily.
The number of riding modes vary by model. In Honda NZ’s adventure lineup, bikes such as the XL750 Transalp, NC750X, and Africa Twin offer multiple modes—often including options like Rain, Tour, Urban, Gravel, and Off-Road (depending on the specific model). Some models also have user customisable modes so you can set your preferences.
In short yes, but model choice matters. Honda’s adventure range is designed for mixed-surface riding, and smaller, lighter options like the CRF300L and CRF300 Rally are especially well suited to exploring both on-road and off-road trails.
The CRF1100 Africa Twin range all come with tubeless tyres, which can make puncture repairs easier when needed to repair on the go.
Start with how you’ll ride most: mainly sealed roads, lots of gravel, trails, or a mix thereof. Then look at engine size, seat height, comfort features, luggage capacity, fuel range, and whether you want manual or DCT. If you’re a newer rider, check LAMS eligibility early.
Honda’s adventure lineup includes:
- CRF300L
- CRF300 Rally
- NX500
- XL750 Transalp
- NC750X (manual and DCT variants)
- CRF1100 Africa Twin (manual and DCT variants)
Talk to your local Honda dealer for more information on the adventure range.