Honda Dn-01 700 Review

Used Buyer Review

The DN-01 is genuinely unlike anything else you'll ride. Honda's automatic transmission isn't just a gimmick — it's genuinely clever, with human and sport modes that actually change character meaningfully. Around town it's effortlessly smooth, and that low 690mm seat height makes it accessible without feeling compromised. The 680cc parallel-twin pulls cleanly from low revs and the futuristic styling still turns heads fifteen years on. Buying used, check the transmission carefully — they're mostly bulletproof but neglected fluid changes can cause hesitation between ratios. Inspect the underseat storage area for cracks and make sure the instrument cluster display is fully functional, because replacements are expensive and increasingly scarce. Mileage matters less here than service history. Reality check: it's not fast, topping out around 105mph, and parts availability is genuinely getting difficult. Dealers who actually know these bikes are rare. But for urban commuting paired with weekend scratching, the riding experience is addictively relaxed without being boring. Treat it right and it'll outlast most alternatives.