Showing posts with label Honda motorcycle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Honda motorcycle. Show all posts
Honda brings back the birthday suit: First look at the bound-for-America CB1000R
It could be said that Honda created a piece of two-wheeled history in 1969 when the company first introduced the CB750KO as a musclebound, no-nonsense means to get yourself from Point A to Point B. Call it a naked sport bike, a power-cruiser or everything you need and nothing you don’t – no matter what the nomenclature, Honda made a performance motorcycle that happened to look great when it hit the showrooms wearing nothing more than absolutely necessary.
We are not sure if it was nostalgia, or loss of market share that ultimately landed the CB1000R on U.S soil, but at this point, it looks like Honda may be remembering who pays for their motorcycles… the customer, and we like what we see so far. To read the the official jabber and full specs from Honda, hit the jump.
Glad Stoner Honda Debut Together
Casey Stoner delighted with his debut for the Repsol Honda took second position on the first official test at Valencia, Tuesday, November 9, 2010.
Stoner was back less quickly than the Fiat Yamaha rider Jorge Lorenzo, while tests in Valencia, such as when appearing in the last series MotoGP last season, Sunday, November 7, 2010.However, the Australian rider was admitted pleased with his debut appearance with the Honda.
"I have a nice day. I'm disappointed because we did not get a full training session in the morning because of bad weather, but dry track conditions and give us plenty of time during the day," Stoner said as quoted by the official MotoGP website, Tuesday, November 9, 2010.
Honda brings back the birthday suit: First look at the bound-for-America CB1000R
It could be said that Honda created a piece of two-wheeled history in 1969 when the company first introduced the CB750KO as a musclebound, no-nonsense means to get yourself from Point A to Point B. Call it a naked sport bike, a power-cruiser or everything you need and nothing you don’t – no matter what the nomenclature, Honda made a performance motorcycle that happened to look great when it hit the showrooms wearing nothing more than absolutely necessary.
Honda announced that it will once again spare the nonsense and give the American market a naked sportbike known as the CB1000R, packing 998cc of inline four power. Honda calls it also “surprisingly versatile,” with a broad powerband and roomy cockpit. We shouldn’t forget fun either, as the big CB will put down 124 horsepower and 74 pound-feet of twist. Modern amenities to include a fully adjustable 43mm inverted fork and four-piston radial mounted calipers clamping a rotor on each side up front.
2011 Honda CBR125R Motorcycle
2011 Honda CBR125R Front Action View
2011 Honda CBR125R Bodywork and Dashboard
2011 Honda CBR125R Pictures
2011 Honda CBR125R Black Color
2011 Honda CBR125R Photos
2011 Honda CBR125R Tricolor Edition
2011 Honda CBR125R Sportbike
2011 Honda CBR125R Rear Angle View
2011 Honda EVO6 Motorcycle
Honda is preparing to launch into the production EVO6 concept - Muscl-bike with a powerful six-engine, which will to compete with 2009 Yamaha V-Max. For the first time the bike was shown at 2007 Tokyo Motobike Show.
Powerful 6-cylinder unit will inherit the design of the engine Honda Goldwing 1800, and will certainly have the fuel injection system. Cylinders, pistons, crankshaft, connecting rods and other parts will be refined to give 150 hp power.
CPSC, Honda Announce Recall of Off-Road Motorcycles
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 22,000 off-road motorcycles. The two bolts that attach the handlebars can break. If the handlebars separate from the motorcycle, the rider loses steering control and can crash, posing the risk of serious injuries.
Honda has received four reports of handlebars separating from these motorcycles. No injuries have been reported. Honda also received four reports of loose handlebars caused by one of the two bolts failing.
The recall includes only years 2000 and 2001 off-road motorcycles with model number XR50R. They are red, and "50R" is written on the sides of the seat on 2000 models, and on the sides of the tank shroud on the 2001 models. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of these motorcycles, listed below, can be found on the left side of the steering head frame tube.
-- 2000 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**YK000013 to JH2AE03**YK0016046
-- 2001 XR50R motorcycles have VIN ranges from JH2AE03**1K010001 to JH2AE03**1K0110056
Honda motorcycle dealers nationwide sold these motorcycles from September 1999 through October 2000 for about $1,300.
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately, and call their local Honda motorcycle dealer to schedule a free repair. To locate their local dealer or for more information, consumers should call American Honda at (866) 784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the company's web site at www.honda.com.
Registered owners of the vehicles have been notified directly by American Honda about the recall.
American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Crash Hazard
The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Honda Model Year 2006 TRX450ER/R ATVs
Units: About 11,000
Distributor: American Honda Motor Corp. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
Hazard: The front suspension arm ball joints could have been contaminated during production, resulting in rapid wear of one or more of the ball joints and possible ball joint separation. If the ball joint separation occurs while riding, the operator could lose control of the ATV.
Incidents/Injuries: American Honda Motor Corp. has received seven warranty claims about this problem. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The recall involves 2006 model year TRX450ER and TRX450R ATVs. They are adult-sized ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The ATVs are available in red or black. The TRX450ER and TRX450R model names are located on the front cowling just below the handlebars and the name Honda is printed on the seat.
Sold by: Honda dealers nationwide from September 2005 through December 2006 for between $6,600 and $7,000.
Manufactured in: Japan
Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been completed. Call any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment to have the ATV repaired. The dealer will inspect and repair your ATV, if necessary. Registered owners of the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice.
Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers can call Honda toll-free at (866) 784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.powersports.honda.com
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