// Generation · 2012 — 2020

FIRST GENERATION

Honda's utility concept: 21L under-seat storage. Originally NC700X 670cc (2012–2013), then NC750X 745cc from 2014.

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Buyer score / 100
9
Vintages
14
Changes
3
Overhauls
5
Updates
6
Minor
↘ Changes by category
M
ENGINE
3 changes
2012
NC700X launch — 670cc parallel twin, 51hp, 3.8L/100km fuel economy
Unique concept: 21L under-seat storage
Major
2014
Displacement raised to 745cc — NC700X becomes NC750X
+4mm bore, 55hp / 68Nm
Medium
2016
Euro 4 compliance — power unchanged (55ch / 40.3 kW)
Medium
C
FRAME
1 change
2012
21L under-seat storage — unique concept
Major
E
ELECTRONICS
4 changes
2012
Optional DCT (automatic gearbox)
Major
2016
G mode (Economy) added + improved second-generation DCT
Minor
2018
HSTC traction control standard (all markets) — 2 intervention levels + off
Medium
2018
Official Honda A2 35kW version — restriction/de-restriction via Honda dealership
Medium
A
AESTHETICS
6 changes
2013
NC700X carryover — new colours, no mechanical changes
Minor
2015
NC750X carryover — second 745cc model year
Minor
2016
Major facelift — full LED headlight and tail light, new dashboard, assertive adventure look
Medium
2017
Post-facelift carryover — no mechanical changes
Minor
2019
Carryover — new colour options
Minor
2020
Final Gen 1 model year — carryover
Minor