I am a born again biker having not ridden for 25 years. The laws have changed in that time and so I bought a Honda 125 cg to relearn on and to do my test. By law you can not ride larger. Having passed my test (at 52) I changed to a Honda CB500. I enjoyed this for a few months but I wanted something larger engine wise and suitable for a little weekend touring. I found the Deauville! I am not disappointed. OK a few little things - no fuel guage which I would have expected on a "mini tourer". The panniers are on the small side but serve me well. They hold sufficient for myself and my wife for a weekend and I imagine they would do for a few more days. I find the handling very good. I feel as though I am riding on rails. Remember this is not a high performance bike where one lies over and uses the knee! It is a mature looking bike for people to ride 'with manners'. I find the riding position fine but am considering changing the screen as it is too low to deflect wind and therfore there is quite a lot of noise. My friend has a more upright one than the original and it seems to do the job. The fuel tank holds 19 litres and I manage 180miles per tank and I believe there is approx 25 miles in reserve. I have never tested this. Self servicing is easy as are routine checks and maintainance. I find the bike easy to wash and to keep clean. I write this review as a user of the bike and it reflects my findings as a commuter,tourer and someone who enjoys biking. The finer details regarding specification can be found in the sales blurb and on the Honda website.
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Purchase Price
£6000
Performance
Good
Reliability
Excellent
Customer service
Excellent
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