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If you follow my channel, you’ll know I love testing new bits of tech — especially if they can bring something fresh and dynamic to my motorcycle content. Today’s star of the show? The DJI Neo 2.
DATE: 01/12/2025
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Let’s get into what happened on a crisp, beautiful morning when I took the Neo 2 out for its very first real-world tracking test… on foot and on the bike.
Even before hitting the bike, the Neo 2 showed off some clever features.
I fired it up in Follow Mode, lifted my hand for the blue confirmation light, and watched it snap into position like a tiny obedient robot
Hand gestures worked flawlessly at first — up, down, back, forward — and the Neo 2 followed me around with surprising accuracy. Proper object detection too, which should in theory stop it crashing into things.
In theory, anyway…
The DJI NEO 2 Hand Gesture feature is a nifty addition
Once mounted up, I stuck the phone on the bars (not necessary, but helpful), turned off traction control and ABS — as you do — and rolled out onto the track.
At around 18 mph, the Neo 2 held tracking impressively well, and I even saw speeds of up to 30 MPH
Better than the original Neo ever managed. Smooth, stable, predictable… until it wasn’t.
I looped back, moved it with a hand gesture, sent it higher and further out, and the footage was looking great.
Then the side-object detection weakness showed up.
The NEO 2 has excellent tracking capabilities and produces an amazing image. However object detection can be a bit problematic at speed
The exact point the DJI NEO 2 crashed, it did'nt hit the barn it got caught out by the tree
It held up well, not a scratch on it
I turned to head back and suddenly—
No Neo 2 behind me.
A little stroll later, I found the drone sulking off to the side like it had been told off. Not in the bush, thankfully. Not broken either. Just… confused.
This lines up with a common issue people have reported:
Something to keep in mind if you’re planning to use it in winter or around branches.
But credit where it’s due:
It survived the hit without a scratch.
This thing is tougher than it looks.
After resetting and launching again, I didn’t get far before another limitation became clear:
Worse than the original Neo.
Realistically you’re looking at 10 minutes of usable flight if you’re tracking and moving around. It’s a shame, because the drone itself is brilliant — but the short battery window holds it back.
DJI really needs to release an extended battery for this thing. Fingers crossed.
If you’re planning to film anything substantial, you’ll want multiple batteries in your bag.
Spare Batteries are essential
After a battery swap (which is fiddlier than it should be), I tested one of my favourite features:
Spin-arounds, rocket shots, front tracking… all brilliant for social media clips.
The Neo 2 also finally supports:
4K at 60fps
Portrait mode video ( the old neo did but quality would be stripped)
Better colour and clarity than the original Neo
The portrait mode is just a crop — the camera doesn’t physically rotate — but the results still look great.
A quick “circle shot” around me sitting on the bike came out beautifully. Simple, clean, and very usable footage.
Being out on the trail and being able to use gesturing to adjust the shot is an epic feature
Here’s the honest takeaway from this real-world test:
Especially directly behind you.
4K60 is a game-changer.
Perfect for YouTube, TikTok, reels, or channel promos.
Survived a full crash with zero damage.
Bare trees in winter? Beware.
You need spares.
Despite the flaws, I absolutely love this little drone already. It adds a whole new dimension to my motorcycle videos and general outdoor filming, especially when teamed up with the DJI RC-N3 RC external remote
If you’re thinking of upgrading or want a compact, capable follow-me drone for your own adventures, I genuinely rate it.
👉 Grab the DJI Neo 2 here:
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More tests, more crashes (probably), and more fun coming soon.
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