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Honda expands 2016 EICMA showcase

Honda CB1100TK concept

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The CB1100TR concept was created to share the emotion and excitement of USA flat track culture.

Honda’s Rome-based R&D designers have imagined the CB1100TR as the ‘King of Urban Flat Track Circuits’, as a counterpoint to the off-road oval circuit look of the traditional flat tracker. While it exudes a pure racing spirit, its design has more of the ‘street’ orientation favored by European customers.

The number 58 is used on the CB1100TR to honor the memory of Honda’s beloved MotoGP rider Marco Simoncelli, who passed away 5 years ago.

Africa Twin Enduro Sports concept

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The Africa Twin Enduro Sports concept has been created to expand the Africa Twin family and capture the imagination of customers dreaming of new possibilities for this “Go Anywhere” adventure machine.

As such, with the Enduro Sports version, Honda’s R&D designers have pushed the concept of the CRF1000L Africa Twin to new limits, with a vision for even better off-road ability. The base model has been embellished with several lighter weight chassis parts, derived from Honda’s single-cylinder racing CRF models. The overall look and feel is one of lightness with a sporty attitude.

The Enduro Sports concept is designed to be ‘Queen of the Off-Road’, like no other multi-cylinder machine.

X-ADV

X-ADV
X-ADV

 

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The X-ADV is a new breed of motorcycle that continues Honda’s long tradition of finding innovative ways to create products that enhance and enrich its customers’ lifestyles. It mixes rugged SUV style, off-road appeal and premium specifications, thanks to a tough chassis, upside down long travel suspension, four-piston radial-mount brakes and a torque-laden 745cc twin-cylinder engine driving through Dual Clutch Transmission*.

The X-ADV is also equipped with a 5-level adjustable screen, underseat storage space for an off-road style helmet, hand guards, large Rally-style multi-function LCD display, centre stand, and the Honda Smart Key system.  Designed at Honda’s Rome R&D centre, its styling lines capture the essence of two-wheeled freedom in an exciting new form.

CBR1000RR Fireblade

CBR1000RR Fireblade
CBR1000RR Fireblade

The CBR1000RR Fireblade joins the upgraded SP and new SP2 versions to complete a trio of Fireblades that mark 25 years since the celebrated machine re-wrote the rules of the Super Sport segment. Its relentless focus on handling and agility under the mantra of ‘Total Control’ continues, with 90 percent of main components revised for a 16kg weight reduction to a class-leading 195kg. Coupled with an 8kW top end power boost, it improves the new Fireblade’s power to weight ratio by 14%, to a level hitherto unseen in its history.

For 2017, the Fireblade now moves into ‘Next Stage Total Control’, with a comprehensive electronic control package featuring a new gyroscopic ABS system, Honda Selectable Torque Control, Selectable Engine Brake and Power Selector. All these parameters can be precisely adjusted with the Riding Mode Select System inspired by the RC213V-S street legal version of Honda’s MotoGP machine.

CRF250L and CRF250 Rally

CRF250 Rally
CRF250 Rally

A year after the introduction of the CRF1000L Africa Twin, Honda’s off-road CRF family is further strengthened for 2017.

Every CRF contains the promise of adventure, and the promise of the special experiences that start where the asphalt ends. The dual purpose CRF250L brings that promise within easy reach of every rider. For 2017, it is now both Euro 4 compliant and more powerful thanks to a new throttle body and revised intake and exhaust systems. Its new design draws on that of the pure motocross ‘R’ models, and for 2017 it is also equipped with switchable ABS.

The CRF family now has a totally new member, inspired by the CRF450 Rally race machine – the CRF250 Rally, which offers even more off-road performance, with a 10-liter fuel tank, big front brake disk, long travel suspension and high ground clearance. The Dakar styling – together with knuckle guards and the high screen – give great weather protection, making the CRF250 Rally good to go, whether it is round the block or round the world.

CB650F and CBR650F

CBR650F
CBR650F

The 4-cylinder naked CB650F continues the long Honda tradition of stylish middleweights with a highly-tuned balance between engine power and chassis handling. For 2017, it receives a range of updates that make it tougher and sharper, with a more aggressive streetfighter attitude.

New intake and exhausts increase top end power by 3 kilowatts, with shorter gear ratios highlighting the increased performance through the mid-range. The engine note is stronger and louder, while the new Showa Dual Bending Valve front fork, upgraded brakes and a more forward riding position improve the handling. New stripped-back and aggressive styling lines put the engine completely on show, and full LED head and taillights add even more technical quality.

Also updated for 2017, with more pumped-up Super Sport style, is the CBR650F. Its redesigned fairing improves aerodynamic performance; styling is more aggressive and compact, with an overall look and feel redolent of the new 2017 CBR1000RR Fireblade.

It shares a range of performance upgrades with the CB650F, from revised brakes, Showa Dual Bending Valve front fork, LED head and taillights to a more powerful engine – with a louder sound track.

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CB650F

Vision, Forza 125 and SH125i

Three important members of Honda’s commuter range receive substantial upgrades for 2017.

The Vision now benefits from the use of Honda’s eSP – enhanced Smart Power – engine, which improves torque and power throughout the rev range. A bigger floor, repositioned foot pegs and new grab rails improve comfort, while brakes and suspension have also been upgraded. A complete restyling gives the Vision a more contemporary look.

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Vision

Europe’s best-selling premium 125 scooter, the Forza 125, has its premium specifications and performance enhanced even further with the use of the Honda Smart Key system, more progressive rear suspension, and new Michelin City Grip tires.

The big-wheel, flat-floored SH125i – Europe’s best-selling 125 scooter in 2016** – also adopts the Honda Smart Key system for 2017. A new design and LED head and taillight give an even more sporty, elegant look, and practicality is improved with a charger socket and increased storage space.

SH125i
SH125i

New colors and Euro 4 compliance

In addition to these new and upgraded models, several of Honda’s most popular models will be available in new colors. All Honda’s 2017 line-up meet the stringent new Euro 4 regulations, under which the allowable limits for exhaust tailpipe pollutants, such as carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons and nitrous oxide, are half of those for Euro 3.

*Over 60,000 customers have bought a DCT-equipped machine since its introduction in 2010. In 2016, 51 percent of customers have chosen the DCT version of models where it is available as an option.

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