JUNE 2014 Bringing the latest news from Australia’s , Marine and Power Equipment divisions, as well as updates from Parts & Accessories, HART & OEM.

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Honda MPE’s Technical Services the past 16 years Pip has moved family, having started at Honda head division saw the appointment of through the Honda Racing and office in September 2013. Beginning 5 Tips to stay active indoors: people in three new positions, with Training divisions, so is well-equipped in the SOG department, Jayce’s • Get hand weights and resistance bands to workout at stay active with Steve Harvey and Pip Harrison being to handle any queries or technical new position will see him assisting home. Get fit while watching your favourite TV show. promoted to the positions of Technical issues that dealers or their staff might with warranty queries, processing If you can’t get weights simply use household items, Services Manager in Power Equipment have. warranty claims and analysing service such as food cans. You can also rent, buy, borrow or / Marine and respectively, operations data. He’s looking forward download workout routines to keep ensure variety. and Jayce Kelleher coming on board Now as Technical Services Managers to learning and obtaining new skills in • Take the stairs. When you have the option taking the in the position of Analyst – Service for Honda Australia MPE, Steve his new position. stairs can add some physical activity into those busy Operations. and Pip are looking forward to not days. only providing technical support to Please join the rest of the staff at • Use your housework as a workout. Sweeping, mopping, The Honda Active! Committee is continuing to find new With 15 years in the industry, and six dealers and their staff, and maintaining Honda Australia MPE in congratulating vacuuming, even doing the laundry is hard work and ways to engage with staff, as well as provide information in a Honda management position, customer satisfaction through Steve and Pip, and welcoming Jayce can be incorporated into your daily physical activities. and activities on a regular basis. As the weather changes Steve is already well-known by many customer relations, but also ensuring into the team. Engage your core, increase your heart rate and use your it is hard to keep active; however there are many indoor Honda Power Equipment & Marine Honda remains a market leader in the muscles for a total body workout while keeping your activities available for those rainy days. dealers around the country. field of technology. house in order. Pip Harrison, too, has been with • Join an indoor team sport. More sports are available Recently we held a successful Ten Pin Bowling night and Honda for over a decade, starting out Jayce Kelleher, in contrast, is relatively at your indoor sporting centre now, including cricket, have an upcoming Roller Skating evening set to be a in 1998 as a Technical Officer. Over new to the Honda Australia MPE blast for staff, family and friends. soccer, basketball, netball and volleyball. Not only do team sports benefit your health they also help individuals GENERAL NEWS with motivation, self-esteem and much more. • Get a pedometer to count your steps. Walking around the office or a shopping centre is still physical activity 2. and each week or day you can set yourself a new goal. 3. HONDA’S NEW CBR300R SET TO DOMINATE LANDS IN JULY Honda’s much-anticipated CBR300R is predicted to dominate the entry-level and mid range sports bike market in Australia, when it goes on sale here in July.

The new CBR300R is set to bring sports riding and affordability together like never before in the one package.

The Honda CBR300R will be available here in two models: Standard (non-ABS) in Black or Red for a Manufacturer’s List price of $5699* and the ABS model, in Black, Red or Tri-Colour for $5999*.

Honda’s pedigree and the aggressive styling of its famed CBR1000RR sports bike has been brought to a sharply-priced package that offers a list of features which will satisfy the demands of experienced or Learner riders alike.

The Japanese motorcycling giant has taken the best features of the CBR250R and made them even better.

Honda’s new CBR300R has a bigger capacity engine with improved power and torque, without sacrificing fuel economy.

As a result of the longer stroke motor the power has been increased to 22.7kW and 27Nm of torque, but technology such as low-friction engine internals means that the fuel range has been extended to 390km on a full tank* – making the CBR300R an ideal ride for country roads as well as city streets.

The riding experience has been enhanced too with improved throttle response and power delivery, and the CBR500R-style exhaust system combines functionality with the on-track style that Honda CBR owners have enjoyed for years.

Honda’s newcomer features styling is similar to what you might otherwise expect to see only on more expensive bikes, including a full-bodied fairing, swept-back seat cowl and twin headlights.

As part of the package, the CBR300R features 37mm telescopic front forks and Pro-Link monoshock rear suspension, and 2-channel ABS is offered as an option.

Both models will be in Honda Showrooms in July. See your local Honda dealer to help make your CBR300R dreams come true.

Ring 1300 1 HONDA or go to www.motorcycles.honda.com.au for more details.

*The fuel consumption figures quoted in this release are based on standardised testing conditions prescribed by WMTC. You may experience different results depending on riding conditions and the condition of the motorcycle. Price excludes on-road costs 4. 5. PIONEER 500 SET TO JOIN SXS RANGE

Honda is set to offer Australians even more choice in the Side by Side (SXS) segment with the introduction of the new Pioneer 500 in October this year. HONDA BETTERS ITS BEST WITH NEW VFR800F To join the existing Honda SXS range, which includes the Pioneer 700-2 and Pioneer 700-4, the new Pioneer 500 is a smaller, narrower design developed for access to all those farm tracks and trails off-limits to larger machines.

Honda’s new Pioneer 500 has taken the best features of its full-sized SXS models and put them in a smaller package. Honda engineers faced a tough job aluminium twin-spar frame is is brighter and more energy-efficient when it came to developing the 2014 unchanged; however a revised die- than older designs. So is the rear light But the Pioneer 500 will still have ample space for a passenger and offer a rear carrier able to take up to 180kg of work or Honda VFR800F – how could they cast aluminium subframe is 3kg lighter – which integrates the stop light and leisure gear. make one of the most acclaimed than the previous model. In total, kerb indicators as one unit motorcycles of all time … better? weight is reduced by 10kg. At the heart of the Pioneer 500 is Honda’s longitudinally mounted 475cc four-stroke engine, which features electronic fuel Then there are options like a range injection and engine management system. The bike that had captured an Completely new are the aluminium of matching Panniers and a Top Box enormous following right around the single-sided Pro-arm swingarm and (each with matching inner bags), so Incorporating a five-speed gearbox with reverse and a LOW first gear using an electric shift system featuring paddle shifters world for 12 years combined a unique 43mm Honda Multi-Action System the VFR can maintain its position as mounted on the steering column and independent rear suspension, selectable 2WD or TraxLok 4WD, there will be few places 800cc V-four engine in a package that (HMAS) telescopic fork which have one of Australia’s favourite Touring the Pioneer 500 won’t be able to go. was well suited to commuting during been redesigned in two pieces to Bikes. the week, touring on the weekends accept radial-mount four-piston brake With a heavy duty 450kg towing capacity, the Honda Pioneer 500 will be at home doing the hard yards on the farm. and doing everything with class and calipers. But even when the engineers’ work ease. was done, there was one more Magic If the weather turns bad, an optional hard top roof, together with a full windshield, will protect passengers from the elements. The result is ‘Elegant Sport’, a look Trick Honda wanted to perform. There is also a large range of Honda accessories to further personalise the Pioneer 500 What Honda did was keep the same that, at the same time, is fresh and 90-degree V-four engine configuration, new but still recognisable to anyone From June, Honda Dealers will sell The Honda Pioneer 500 will be available in Red from October 2014 with a Manufacturer’s List Price of $14,499. but update its design with the lessons familiar with the previous model VFR. the 2014 VFR800F at an amazing learned by developing a host of road Manufacturer’s List Price of just For more information, go to your nearest Honda Motorcycle Dealer, ring 1 300 1 HONDA or go to bikes, and World Champion Grand Then, with all that state-of-the-art $14,599*. www.motorcycles.honda.com.au Prix racers like the famed RC213V. engineering in place, Honda still makes it more User-Friendly. That price sounds just … Legendary. * Price excludes dealer delivery costs. Overseas images shown Honda significantly revised the VTEC valve system to boost low and mid- The seat height is adjustable by Exact arrival dates are subject to change, range power for a smoother ride 20mm; the new dashboard features images show overseas models, price without compromising flexibility or fuel digital readouts for speed, engine revs, excludes on-road costs economy. gear position, ambient temperature, even fuel consumption and a clock, They added Honda’s TCS (Traction and the VFR800F has a redesigned Control System) to make the power wave key with internal grooving to easier and safer to use and fitted reduce the chance of breakage. a sophisticated 2-channel ABS as standard. The headlight is now an LED – which

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6. 7. Re-inventing two Wheels Grand Prix winner Daryl Beattie doesn’t like sitting still. In fact the call of the outback is so strong that the former Honda favourite has a new venture in the offing – and it sounds like a lot of fun.

Australia’s Daryl Beattie on a Honda wins the German Grand Prix, his first victory in the road-racing World Championship. Three other podiums in that memorable season carry Beattie, teammate to compatriot , to third place overall behind and .

Runner-up to Doohan two years later, Beattie won three Grands Prix, ground away all the toes on one foot in a very nasty accident at Le Mans, and eventually retired from competitive motorcycle racing after six seasons in the top flight. Now he is a popular television analyst – but probably not for much longer. While he will still co-commentate on this season’s MotoGP races for the Ten Network, the 43-year-old Queenslander is in the process of re–inventing himself. “I like to change what I do every 10 years or so,” he told Honda Magazine, “and this time I’m going to combine the things I love most: bikes, the outback and the bush.”

Daryl Beattie Adventures is the latest example of Daryl’s determination to re-invent himself and by far the most spectacular to date. It also re-unites Beattie with Honda, whose 500cc machines he rode in his debut season of 1992 and alongside Doohan in 1993. Daryl Beatties Adventure DateS Honda has laid on six brand-new CRF450X four-stroke off-road bikes, duly kitted out with 21-litre endurance fuel tanks and Michelin all-terrain tyres, for the patrons of Daryl Beattie Adventures to enjoy. Complete Simpson Desert Tour (6 Days / 5 Nights) In order to keep it simple and intimate, Beattie will limit each tour to six riders plus himself at the head of the group and a March and April sweep rider following for safety reasons. In progress In 2014 he will lead these small, select bands of bikers on each of seven tours into some of Australia’s most stunning Finke Tour (8 Days / 7 Nights) areas. The first of them began on March 27 and took in a crossing of the Simpson Desert as it made its way from Birdsville June to Alice Springs. Up coming That trip, rated at level five toughness as opposed to the level three for the Cape York rides, will see the party head due Cape York Tour (6 Days / 5 Nights) west to Wiluna, pick up the legendary Canning Stock Route to Halls Creek and finish on the shores of the Indian Ocean. September and October Beattie believes his tours, hand-picked after a lifetime of travel in the outback, will be popular with competent riders with some dirt-bike experience – which Daryl acquired before heading off to his Grand Prix career and picked up again when Desert to WA Coast Tour (18 Days / 17 Nights) that was over. Mid July

But off the bikes, life will be considerably less demanding: Beattie is also very keen on his tucker, so a hard day’s ride will be followed by good food, a coldie or two and the inevitable telling of tall tales.

Beattie has also acquired an ex-Army Unimog which will greet the group at every stop-over so that baggage, bedding and other necessities – like a shower at the end of the day – pose no problem.

GPS tracking will help them stay in touch with the outside world, while Beattie believes the social media following will be a big part of the pleasure – boosted by frequent stops to capture the sights on camera.

If you would like to be one of those others, go to www.darylbeattieadventures.com.au for further information on how to hook up with one of our greatest riders and explore the great Australian landscape.

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8. 9. MORE POWER FOR HONDA’S FARM WORKHORSE

Honda has launched a more powerful version of its popular and versatile XR farm workhorse.

The new Honda XR150L will replace the XR125L, and takes its best features with updates to create a package that combines rugged durability with low operating costs.

Honda’s XR150L will feature a new, larger capacity engine, which hosts a range of improvements. Its single cylinder has an increased stoke and while it makes more power, it is delivered lower in the rev range. Fresh Tracks There’s also a new internal engine balancer which reduces vibration and will result in greater rider comfort during a hard Foundation day’s work on the farm.

Combined with the engine upgrades, Honda’s XR150L’s five-speed gearbox will deliver its hill-climbing torque more readily, North Shore resulting in both lower fuel consumption and emissions across its operational range. Hub Launch The Honda XR150L is also equipped with an electric start and a backup kickstarter. On 20 May, 2014, HART St Ives hosted the launch of the Fresh Tracks Foundation North Shore Hub. All-day rider comfort will be ensured by the redesigned seat and rubber covers on the footpegs, which can be removed for safe, non-slip riding when the terrain gets tough. Fresh Tracks Foundation is a registered charity that works closely with the Royal Rehabilitation Centre Sydney and helps Fresh styling includes a new headlight design with protective shield; a new, higher front fender; a narrower and more young people with acquired brain injury. These young people comfortable fuel tank that has the same 12 litre capacity as the XR125L. often have no insurance and, once they leave the rehabilitation hospital, risk receiving little ongoing care. With a larger air cleaner and a sealed, maintenance-free battery, the XR150L requires less attention, with enhanced reliability and safety. The Community Hub at HART will form an integral post hospital component of Royal Rehab’s Return2Sports initiative. This Ideal as a farm workhorse the Honda XR150L is available in Fighting Red with a Manufacturer’s List Price of $3,299. Hub will provide easy access to recumbent trikes that will allow young people to build strength, redevelop spatial awareness and To learn more, see your nearest Honda Dealer, ring 1300 1 HONDA or go to www.motorcycles.honda.com.au motivate them by allowing a degree of independence and fun

*Please note this is the Manufacturers List Price and excludes dealer pre-delivery fees. image shows overseas models HART’s role in the Community Hub is to provide a safe venue for these young people who acquire brain injuries to have access to both hand and foot peddle recumbent trikes to aid in their rehabilitation. The Fresh Tracks Foundation North Shore Community Hub is a proactive, inspiring program that supports young people with brain injuries to independently achieve some of the physical goals they set for themselves. The hubs bring together business, health, council and community support.

The launch at HART St Ives was attended by number of VIPs including Hiroaki Funami, Managing Director - Honda MPE and Peter Singleton, General Manager - Honda Motorcycles. Their attendance shows Honda’s strong commitment to supporting the community and realising its social responsibility goal of being a company that is accepted by society. Other VIPs that attended the launch were: Jennifer Anderson, Mayor of Ku Ring Gai council; Paul Fletcher, Federal member for Bradfield; Jonathan O’Dea, State member for Davidson; and Stephen Lowndes, CEO Royal Rehabilitation.

The launch was also attended by local community members Kevin Luu, who is 21 years old and Liam Knight, who is 18 years old. Both of these young men have suffered an acquired brain injury suffered over the past few years. Funami san gained first MOTORCYCLES hand experience of the benefits of the Hub by joining Kevin, Liam and other VIPs in trying out the recumbent trikes. 10. 11. AG FEST

Tasmania’s wild weather and heavy rain didn’t keep people away from the largest agricultural field day this year, with 58,233 visitors over the 3 day event (1 – 3 May).

Honda attended with 20 units on display including the 2014 ATV range.

Field days are an important part of Honda Motorcycles events as they provide an opportunity for customers to engage and interact with the products and staff beyond the typical dealership setting. The ability to compare a range of products and manufacturers all in one location is of huge benefit to customers and some sales were made on site.

Winter Victoria is changing to a Graduated Madness Motorcycle Licensing System

at HART The Victorian motorcycle licence system is going to change, and riders licensed from October will face a HART Victoria has gone mad this winter number of new restrictions, as set out below. These changes will not be retrospective and will therefore only and is offering selected weekday learner apply to riders who receive their learner permit or licence after the introduction dates for the new system. and licensing courses for only $199! Selected one day and half day learner Restrictions: permit and some licence courses are The duration for the following restricted licence conditions will be increased from the current 1 year to 3 years. discounted to $199 during the months of May, June, July and August 2014. Restricted Licence Phase • must ride with headlight on at all times • no mobile phone use • no towing • can only ride an automatic motorcycle if tested in an automatic motorcycle • compulsory carriage of licence • retaining the following current requirements: • must only ride a learner approved motorcycle Kids Off-Road riding courses now available • zero BAC • no pillion passenger HART Victoria has recently introduced the Kids Off Road riding course’s which are being run during school holidays. We have a Learner Phase dedicated off road range and motocross track designed for this • must ride with headlight on at all times type of training to provide the opportunity for children to gain the • must wear a high visibility vest or jacket whilst riding full Off Road experience in a controlled environment. There are 2 • can only ride an automatic motorcycle if tested on an automatic motorcycle levels available to ensure kids at any stage of riding can enjoy this • retaining the following current requirements: experience. • must only ride a learner approved motorcycle • The Level 1 course is a three-and-a-half hour course designed to • zero BAC introduce children who have not previously ridden a motorcycle or • no pillion passenger have very little experience. • no mobile phone use • The Level 2 course is a three-and-a-half hour course designed for • no towing children who have completed the Level 1 course at HART or are • must display L plates renewing an MA Junior Competition Licence. • compulsory carriage of permit

HART For further information about the new Graduated Licensing system, please visit the VicRoads website.

12. 13. THE EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR SERVICE MOTORCYCLE TECHNICIANS

To demonstrate Honda’s commitment to technicians and their development, we’re announcing the 2014 Excellence Award.

Finalists Exclusive Package • Finalists win a 5 day trip to Melbourne, from 15-20 October 2014 • Spend 5 nights in Melbourne staying at a luxury hotel in the heart of the CBD • Attend the award presentation where the national winner will be announced • Finalists receive VIP tickets* to the Australian 2014 MotoGP! Enjoy the GP in style and comfort with Honda VIP hospitality on Gardner Straight • Be driven to and from the track each day, enjoy a tour of Pit Lane and we will hold a dinner to celebrate your achievements. Sound good?

The Winner’s prize One technician will be crowned the 2014 National winner and choose one of: CBR650F or CRF250X or TRX420TM1 to take home*.

The Details The Excellence Award is open now and closes on 19th September 2014. Five regional finalists will be selected from VIC/TAS, NSW/ACT, QLD, NT/SA and WA.

How to Participate Entry into the program is automatic for motorcycle technicians who have participated in HCT training. The way it works is the more training courses you complete both online and at face-to-face, the better the chances of becoming a finalist.

For more information contact HCT on Phone: 03 9270 1152 or Email: [email protected]

*Terms & Conditions apply. Refer to the training tab on dealernet for full terms and conditions details.

HCT 14. 15. To celebrate 50 years of Honda Marine, the company is giving away up to $2,500 Honda Dollars with the purchase of selected Honda outboards during June as part of Honda’s “Biggest Anniversary Honda celebrates 50 years with its Sale”.

Honda has never offered savings like this, “Biggest Anniversary Sale” and Honda Marine national manager, Chris New, sees it as the perfect head- start for Australian boaters as they move into Boat Show season.

“These offers are sure to strike a chord with Australia’s fishing and boating communities,” Mr New said. “And unlike other sales that focus on one or two products in particular, this campaign will see huge giveaways on a variety of models throughout the impressive Honda line up.

“Honda has led the way with Four-Stroke outboard technology over the past 50 years, but we have never offered savings like this. This campaign means that BIGGEST every fisherman and woman, or anyone else looking for reliable power on the water, will be able to get their hands on a Honda.”

Retail customers who purchase throughout June a BF2.3 will receive Honda Marine Powering the $250*; a BF10 will receive $800*; a BF20 will receive $1,000*, a BF60 will receive $1,250*; a BF115, BF135 or BF150 will Newcastle Port receive $2,000*; and customers who purchase a BF175, BF200, BF225 or The Port of Newcastle is one of Australia’s most diverse regional ports and one of the world’s largest coal export BF250 will receive a whopping $2,500*. RECEIVE ports. With approximately 2,000 ship visits a year, the port provides major economic benefit to the city, the region UP TO and the state of NSW. If reliable boats were not on hand to monitor these comings and goings, and ensure safety Customers who purchase a run-out $ & environmental standards are adhered to, then the lives and livelihoods of those working at the Port of Newcastle BF75 or BF90 will also receive $1,300*. 2500 could be in trouble. Honda Dollars can be taken directly * So it’s lucky that, thanks to Honda Marine and the folks at Coastal Outboards, the Newcastle Port Corporation has off the purchase price of the outboard HONDA DOLLARS invested in twin Honda BF225’s to power the RV1, its response vessel. With nearly 150 million tonnes of material or boat package, or any other Honda exported in the 2012-13 financial year alone, and with the traffic flowing in and out of Newcastle Harbour at all times, product in-store at the time of purchase. the ever-present threat of an oil slick is lessened given Honda’s reliability to get the RV1 to any incident.

All Honda outboards come with an The RV1 is also used as a back-up boat for the resident Pilot boat, the Brian Cecil, for cartage of pilots from ship industry-leading, standard 5-Year to shore and back again. The Brian Cecil itself is also powered by twin Honda BF225’s, so there’s plenty of Honda power ready to be called on by the Newcastle Port Corporation. Warranty for domestic customers, and Receive up to $2500 Honda dollars to spend in store when you purchase are backed by a network of highly-trained a selected Honda outboard this season.* Check in store for details. Honda service staff located across Craig Jones, Dealer Principal at Coastal Outboards, says it wasn’t surprising that Newcastle Port Corporation were Australia. 1300 1 HONDA | marine.honda.com.au interested in a Honda to power the RV1. “As one of the most reliable performers in the high horsepower range,” he said, “the BF225 was a no-brainer when it came to suggesting an outboard for the RV1. With these two beauties on Use Honda’s Dealer Locator service – the back, the workers and visitors to the Port are in safe hands.” http://dl.hondampe.com.au – to locate *Promotion starts 1st of June and ends 30th June 2014. Offer applicable to selected Honda outboard models BF2.3, BF10 and BF20 and between BF60-BF250. The dollar amounts are as follows; receive $250 for the purchase a BF2.3; receive $800 for the purchase of a BF10; receive $1000 for With Formula 1 racing technology such as VTEC incorporated into the BF225’s, not to mention a large displacement your closest Honda Marine dealer at, the purchase of a BF20; receive $1250 for the purchase of a BF60; receive $1300 for the purchase of a BF75 or BF90; receive $2000 for the purchase of a BF115, BF135 or BF150; receive $2500 for the purchase of a BF175, BF200, BF225 or BF250. Amounts include GST. Offer must V6 engine, BLAST – contributing to strong hole shot performance - and Lean Burn Control – it’s no wonder that for and full terms & conditions are available be redeemed in store at time of purchase on any product or service offered by the dealer from which the outboard is purchased. Offer can be deducted from the total purchase price of the Honda outboard or boat package. Offer is not redeemable for cash. Offer may not be used in in store and on Honda Marine website – conjunction with any other promotion. Offer only applicable to new units, demo or used units do not apply. Honda Motorcycles and Power such an important vessel the Newcastle Port Corporation chose Honda for world-class power. www.marine.honda.com.au. Equipment Australia P/L reserve the right to refuse claims that do not meet the terms and conditions or are deemed to be invalid. For more information about Honda’s role in the Port of Newcastle, head to Coastal Outboards, Unit 5 / 10 O’Hare Close, Charmhaven NSW. For more on the BF225, visit http://marine.honda.com.au/High_Horsepower/BF225. *denotes Honda Dollars. Honda Dollars available while stocks last. See in store for details. MARINE

16. 17. AMEC applauds Minister Hunt for progress on marine engine regulations as a key improvement for the environment

The Australian Marine Engine Council (AMEC), which includes Honda Marine, applauded the statement from Environment Minister Greg Hunt of 29 April 2014 on Ministers’ agreement to review environmental regulation, and in particular the call from both Federal and State Environment Ministers for the Department of Environment to complete its impact statement and recommendations on potential emission control options for marine engines by September this year.

Such regulations will impact and restrict further imports of high emission outboards, that means carbureted and EFI two-stroke outboards with emissions ten to twenty times the levels of four stroke outboards.

“AMEC has been committed to cooperate with the Government on practical actions that will achieve tangible results for a healthy environment and clean air. But boaters have nothing to fear. These standards will only apply to new outboards imported after the laws are passed. Nothing they own now will be affected or banned”. David Heyes, Chairman of AMEC, said.

Industry can now move forward with confidence. As Heyes explains “we have been living with uncertainly since the authorities updated the Australian Boat Building standards for heavier four strokes in 2009. I’m glad now we can move forward with certainty.”

The Government and Industry began work on emissions standards in 2006. Public Consultation was held in 2010, but since then, the final report has stalled. The fact that this report has been called by the Ministers, led by Greg Hunt, for by September 2014 is an important progress.

“The shape of the regulations we foresee is pretty clear,” according to AMEC Industry Analyst, Gary Fooks. “Since 2006 AMEC has worked to ensure that a balanced approach to reflect the USA EPA standard is applied. This is not only the Peter “Spida” Everitt & the XXXX world’s best standard, but governs the biggest market for outboards, which means more and better choices for Australian Anglers Team Up With Honda Marine consumers.” Small engine emissions standards are not just focused on the marine industry. Off-road engines from lawn mowers to petrol generators will also have to meet the new standards. Honda Marine is proud to announce it has partnered with Australia’s newest high-profile fishing team, the XXXX Anglers. Led by ex- AFL player Peter “Spida” Everitt, the XXXX Anglers will not only photograph and film angling tournaments around the country, they AMEC is an Australian industry-based membership council that shares a common interest of sustainable practices to provide will actually compete in them too. efficient, environmentally-friendly products to consumers. Capitalising on the popularity of Honda Marine’s range of outboard engines, the XXXX Anglers have fitted their Suntracker boat with a Honda BF75.

Spida and his team will share their successes, their challenges and all their stories via an exciting online magazine and XXXX Anglers iPad app – all for free! Already, just a few months into the project, the crew already have close to 30,000 subscribers (including Facebook, Twitter and other social media networks). With Boat Show Season in full swing this month, that number is sure to skyrocket.

Spida is excited about this next phase in his post-football career, which follows the raging success of his TV program The Great Australian Doorstep (on Channel 7TWO), and said choosing a Honda to power the XXXX Anglers boat was a no-brainer.

“Everybody knows that Honda four-stroke outboard engines are the best going around,” he said. “The BF75 is perfect for tournament angling, which made the decision even easier. It’s quiet, offers trolling control perfect for fishing, and just like all Honda engines, it’s good for the environment.”

When it comes to the e-magazine, Spida is keen for XXXX Anglers to offer something different to the rest. “When covering these events we interview and photograph the competitors and also the event organizers/sponsors. We go inside the different fishing tournaments and hop on board the boats with all the characters, and our main aim is to feature the content that other magazines won’t put in theirs. It’s a real magazine, full of real people at real events.”

To find out more visit the XXXX Anglers website at www.xxxxanglers.com or via Facebook – www.facebook.com/xxxxanglers or Twitter - @XXXXAnglers. The XXXX Anglers iPad app is available from iTunes.

MARINE To discover all of Honda Marine’s other pro-anglers, visit www.teamhondamarine.com.au 18. 19.

Haughton “BUFFALO LONG 50 “ Honda Years! RANGE. I COULD GO Celebrates ON AND ON AND ON. – GEORGE LABBAD, MOWING CONTRACTOR

Honda Australia MPE would like to known took over this aspect of the will always be happy to pay for a congratulate Jeff & Lea Sander and business; the retail operation was quality, long-lasting product that will the team at Haughton Honda for sold off and Haughton & Co became get the job done day after day. With a reaching the huge milestone of 50 Haughton Honda. Honda, you know you’re getting the years as a Honda dealer in 2014. best.” Since 1973, Haughton Honda has They were humble beginnings for moved buildings, change owners and Honda Power Equipment Territory the folks at Haughton & Co in the gone through plenty of modifications, Manager, Peter Black, says the mid-20th century. As a Victorian- but one thing has remained; the staff milestone is very impressive indeed. listed company dealing in animal have always been friendly, helpful, “We had a hunch that Haughton could hides and wool, a solitary outpost in and proud to be selling Honda power be the oldest continually-operating Adelaide has led to one of the longest equipment. Honda dealer in Australia,” he said. associations with Honda Power Equipment in Australia. Current owner Jeff Sander says “To be sure, we rang other long- one of the reasons that Haughton standing Honda dealers around the 1964 saw Haughton & Co open a Honda is moving into its sixth decade country and had some help from head power equipment outlet, dealing is that it offers a brand of product office, and we were right; Haughton directly with Honda Japan as an that’s easy to sell. “Honda power are the oldest!” importer of products and spare parts equipment products are so reliable, so for all of South Australia & Northern powerful and so user-friendly, that they It’s a milestone worth celebrating. Territory. practically sell themselves,” he said. Congratulations again to Haughton Honda. After nearly a decade of this “Customers in the 1960s are no relationship, Honda MPE as it’s now different from nowadays, in that they

“I could go on and on for ages about these new Honda Bu alo Long Range mowers. To begin with, they have a 10% larger bag capacity, better airflow and a new chute clearing system too. That all means I can mow for much longer before I have to worry about emptying the bag. More mowing time means greater eciency – and that means more money in my pocket.” POWER EQUIPMENT

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HO0631_LongRangeMowers_A4 flyer 03.indd 1 11/12/13 3:55 PM Honda Incentive trip China

If you looked at the itinerary before we entertainment. some 30 years ago in their quest to left, you would have thought it was dig a well. impossible to fit all that in 5 days. For After everyone having their first most people it was 7 flights in 5 days, experience at a Hot Pot lunch, we I’d love to think that day 5 was going 3 major cities and more food and drink arrived at the Jailing Honda Factory. to be a little more relaxed. Nope, this that anyone could deal with. It was We were treated to a large factory time it was shopping at Beijing’s silk now chance to thank over 80 tour showing us all the stages of factory, new Silk alley markets and of the best performing dealers in the manufacturing from, engine smelting Pearl markets. This was the perfect country. and casting, all the way through to chance for everyone to buy some the onsite test firing and endurance souvenirs for themselves, family and Starting off in Chongqing (pronounced testing. That night the whole group friends. Strangely enough a lot of the ‘Chong Ching’) every one gathered flew to the more familiar Beijing and wive’s and partners were complaining at the Intercontinental hotel for a had a chance to rest up after a big of sore arms that night. group meeting. A quick thank you to day. all the dealers, an introduction of all The final group dinner was something the staff and a general housekeeping Day three, again jam packed, was full special. Without sounding cliché it is by Ray Briffa & Robert Toscano was of history about the Beijing city and hard to explain the sights of the Great presented, ensuring everybody felt a the country as a whole. The morning Wall of China. An afternoon walking part of the Honda group. tour allowed everyone to explore the the ever so steep Badaling section famous Tiananmen Square for an hour of the wall was topped off with our After everyone jumped on the buses whilst preparing for the Forbidden City. last group dinner at the Juyong Pass and headed out, our first stop was the Lunch was presented at the Qianmen South Section. As we arrived at dusk, Chongqing Zoo. Housing the main Quanjude restaurant serving up the the Great Wall that passed through the attraction of the zoo, guides informed world’s best Peking duck; I will vouch valley was illuminated (especially for us of the different types of Pandas for that! For some more history of our group). One-hundred and eighty and how the zoo provides a valuable the city we headed to the Summer people sitting outside in a Chinese conservation effort ensuring certain Palace, the location of the Emperors valley, perfect weather, reminiscing species stay away from extinction. The ‘holiday house’ during the summer about their experiences over the last 5 Giant Pandas stole the show, relaxing months. A group dinner at the Family days, talking amongst new friends; a in their semi-natural environment whilst Mansion Bai was very entertaining and once in a lifetime opportunity that very providing a great photo opportunity for topped off another fantastic day. few people will ever get to be a part everyone. of. Treated with more great food and For about 90 of the dealers and staff dancers, martial arts, and more, you To foreigners Chongqing isn’t the alarm clock went off very early, as couldn’t think of a better way to finish probably a recognizable city; however we were down in the lobby at 5.45am, the tour. the Chongqing city has the largest ready to travel to Xian; the home of population in China and is famous for the terracotta warriors. An absolute their Hot Pot style food. After the Zoo jaw dropping atmosphere is the home POWER EQUIPMENT we stopped for lunch at a very famous place of over 8000 terracotta soldiers Hot Pot restaurant and were treated to and horses, found by three farmers

22. 23. 500 BAR is considered to be a point in pressure ratings where high pressure water blasters become “hydro- blasters”. 500 BAR, 7300 psi, constitutes serious Calling all farmers – now’s the time to Based in Geelong, Daniel Peacock cleaning power with consequent savings in time, energy invest in a serious agriculture sprayer. is the Regional Manager for Victoria, and one of the world’s most vital commodities, water. And the young team at BA Group and recognises that what the Honda Australia have just what you need. engines bring to these units is much Australian Pump, preeminent in the design and more than a big name. “The GX Series With manufacture of high pressure water blasting equipment BA Group has recently released two engines that Honda supply us with are 10 years’ in Australia, has developed a breakthrough hydro-blaster sets of sprayers, ideal for tidying up the best in the business for what we experience in called the Aussie Raptor 12H. Powered by a Honda the weeds around the paddocks need”, he said. the spraying industry, 23hp-class, GX630 twin cylinder industrial engine, or keeping boundary fences and Mr Peacock knows a the new machine is built in production quantities. It irrigation channels clean. The Trailer “Knowing that no matter how remote good sprayer when he sees represents a huge breakthrough in design, effectiveness Sprayer and the Deckmount Sprayer your farm is, or how far you are from one. “I wouldn’t stand behind these and value for money. Ranges both remove any heavy lifting home, if you’ve got one of these units sprayers if I didn’t believe in what by the operator, yet offer the ability to on the back of your ute, or hooked to they do”, he said. “The design, the “Because we made the commitment to build these spray all corners of a property. a truck or ATV, you’re in safe hands”. components, and the reliable power machines in production quantities we are able to pull that go into each BA Group Sprayer costs down. We can sell the 500 BAR machine, fully With a UV rated poly tank and The Trailer and Deckmount Sprayers are second-to-none.” equipped and ready to go, for around AU$10,000,” said galvanised frame/chassis as the range from 200- to 1150-litre versions, Aussie Pump’s product manager Hamish Lorenz. “We base for these units, the Trailer and offering up to 170L p/m, meaning that For more information on BA Group chose the Honda engine because of its fuel economy, Deckmount Sprayers also incorporate large swathes of land can be sprayed Australia and their Deckmount and low noise level and high torque capabilities. The Honda the finest in Italian pump manufacture quickly and efficiently from the back Trailer Sprayers, visit twin delivers loads of power to our Raptor 12 blaster and from Bertolini. But what really ties of a ute. Both come with a heavy www.bagroupaustralia.com.au. has reliability built in,” said Lorenz. these products together is the duty, 30-metre hose reel so there’s no presence of the GX Series Honda heavy lifting for the operator, as well Honda’s worldwide support network means that engine. as a Teejet XP Boomjet Kit, which can Australian Pump can market the product internationally, cover up to 8.8 metres in width. knowing the engine will be fully supported by Honda agents both in and out of warranty. Certified as a Honda “GLOBAL PARTNER”, Australian Pump values the quality of the product and everything that goes along with it in terms of after-market support. “We know we can rely on the Honda brand,” said Lorenz. Spraying the Competition The Aussie Raptor 12 Honda has loads of grunt even in this The new Raptor hydro-blaster comes with a heavy concrete cutting application.“ duty galvanised steel frame trolley that makes it highly portable. The design is part of the unique Aussie Scud range, an award winning design that sets new standards in safety, ease of operation and flexibility. The unit is fitted with big 13 inch steel wheels with pneumatic tyres. 500 BAR HONDA The heart of the system is a heavy duty triplex pump with a stainless steel head. The pump features ceramic pistons and a huge oil filled crank case for cool running even during extended operation.

“We expect the Raptor 12 in its Honda powered BREAKTHROUGH configuration to be a major breakthrough for users for this type of equipment who are looking for faster, more efficient cleaning. Key markets will be construction industry, earthmovers, government, slip ways and contractors specialising in graffiti removal.

The machine is supported by the Aussie Safe Operator Programme. The full range of PPE is designed to protect operators against pressures to 500 BAR. It includes overalls, aprons, jackets, trousers, boots and gloves all designed for maximum comfort and protection against pressure of up to 7,300 psi.

Further information on the Raptor hydro-blaster and associated safety equipment is available from Australian Pump Industries (www.aussiepumps.com.au) and Aussie OEM distributors around the country. 24. 25. It’s Not a Toy, it’s a Tool When it comes to powerful equipment in manufacturing and servicing, the one thing that commercial and domestic users value above all others is quality. Quality of components, quality of output, and quality of life should all be high on the priority list, and when it comes to locally-built Air Compressors, the name Pilot Air stands tall.

Pilot Air has been staffed by professional, experienced staff in the service, sales and manufacture of air compressors since it was established in Sydney in 1980. Their current range taking the industry by storm is the ‘Petrol Series’, and, in particular, the K17P Ute Pack.

Built in Australia and incorporating a twin-cast iron cylinder, Italian made pump, the unit is robust, reliable and ready to perform anywhere its user needs it to be.

Tying the unit together is the all-powerful Honda GX160 petrol engine, a leader in its class and Honda’s most popular engine. The Ute Pack has been “Green & Gold Approved” by Honda – the world’s largest engine manufacturer – and as such has the backing of Honda’s 3-year engine warranty, as well as its extensive parts and servicing back-up. The Powerlite Pilot’s National Sales Manager, David Svanetti, knows that when he sees a green and gold Honda sticker on his products’ petrol caps, they’ve been given a massive thumbs up. “Honda isn’t in the business of aligning their engines with Difference any old product”, he said. “So when it labels our Petrol Series ‘Green & Gold Approved’, it’s a huge vote of confidence. There are plenty of generators out there powering worksites, homes and businesses across Australia. One of the leaders “It means that these units have been engine matched and tested to comply with in the generator industry is Powerlite. Honda’s strict standards. For instance, the Ute Pack has been tested specifically with the GX160 engine to ensure that it will perform at the optimal level”. With their vast range of portable and welding generators, Powerlite is proudly Australian owned and operated. There are Powerlite branches, distributors or dealers represented in every state of Australia, not to mention complete coverage of With pull start and electric start options, the Ute Pack’s output is 308 L/Min, Papua New Guinea, the Pacific Islands and New Zealand. Since 1964, and celebrating its 50th anniversary next year, the with a maximum pressure of 145 psi, meaning that no matter what application company has grown to become a major force in the Australian power generation industry. it’s being used for, the unit will perform. And given that it is easily mountable onto a ute tray, landowners and commercial users will be able to move the Air With compact design frames, superior electrical performance and a lightweight build, the Powerlite range of portable Compressor to wherever it’s needed. generators fully complies with Australian standards, where others fall short. To find out more about Pilot Air, the K17P Ute Pack and the rest of Pilot’s Petrol As a result, they draw their power from Honda’s GX and V-Twin Ranges of engines, which provide up to 12,000 watts for Series, visit their website at www.pilotair.com.au. any application. Available in electric and recoil starts – depending on the particular generator – the Honda factor is one that has seen Powerlite rise above its competitors in the Australian generator industry.

Ken Fackler, Powerlite’s National Business Development Manager, acknowledges the role that Honda engines play in their petrol-powered range of generators. “The fact that we’re able to call upon both the GX and V-Twin ranges of Honda engines speaks volumes for the relevance that Honda have to the Powerlite name”, he said.

“These generators range from the standard 2.2-kilowatt model, which is perfect for small power tools and lighting, to the heavy-hitting weatherproof 6.8-kilowatt model, more suitable for those large-scale jobs. The common thread is the Honda”.

Available in distinctive, fluorescent orange and yellow colours, there’s no chance that a Powerlite generator is going unnoticed on a worksite or on the land. And with a wide range of lighting towers, soft lights, load banks and accessories all under the Powerlite banner, this is a company that, after 36 year in the industry, is not going anywhere anytime soon.

Perfect for the hire industry, Powerlite’s products are sure to impress. With a Honda on board, it’s no wonder.

OEM For more information on Powerlite’s range of Honda-powered generators – as well as the rest of their range – visit www.powerlite.com.au. 26. 27. On 12th May 2014 there was a 3% price rise across all items (excluding Merchandise).

A new price file became available to you to download HONDA PARTS via the ‘Manage System’ on the DealerNET.

Please make sure that you have updated your price MAY 2014 file in both your DMS and on your Honda EPC.

PRICE RISE If you have any queries, then please do not hesitate to contact the Parts team at [email protected] or on 1300 2 HONDA (1300 2 46632).

ALL NEW MERCHANDISE RANGE THE GOLDWING COLLECTION The superbly engineered Goldwing has won the enviable reputation as the rolling standard of touring luxury against which all other touring motorcycles are compared.

The original luxury touring motorcycle has evolved in anticipation of a new generation of customers, boasting sharper HONDA MOTORCYCLE DEALER PARTS exterior surface design along with the latest audio and navigation systems.

The core appeal of the Goldwing Luxury remains its unique ability to make long-distance travel a truly rewarding and INCENTIVE TRIP enjoyable experience. Comfort, engine performance and a stable, responsive chassis all play their part. Top row from left: David Petronio Bottom row from left: Gao (Pacific CB500F, CB500X and CBR500R. Inspired by the premier touring machine, Honda has developed a range of Goldwing branded merchandise. (Honda MPE), Steven McMaster World Travel Agents) & Calvin Yap They also saw the brand new CB650F (Brisbane MC), Stan Bear (Brisbane (Kintetsu). and CBR650F being assembled, The range consists of a 100% cotton t-shirt, 400ml capacity travel mug, hand towel, leather key ring, stubby holder and a MC Caboolture), David Forman (Peter some of which were designated for four-piece glass coaster set, all sporting the prestigious Goldwing logo. Hill Honda), Tom Jeffries (Blue City Honda MPE Parts Department Australian shores. After that came the MC), Tyrone Craker (Team Moto Gold brought 21 of the best parts staff from Asian Parts Centre (APC) which stores Further to the initial release Honda will be unveiling a limited edition Goldwing Softshell Jacket and Cap in the coming Coast), Brett Blyth (DD & GI Bailey), Honda motorcycle dealerships across and distributes Honda parts all over months – Stay tuned for more information coming soon! Graeme Baynes (Honda MPE), Australia to Thailand in May 2014 for the world for the Asian built models. Christian Fletcher ( The Honda Shop), the Inaugural Parts Incentive Trip. Frank Henry (Bikes & Bits), Glenn Then it was off to southern Pattaya for Cantwell (Moto GC), Morgan Newns ( The program ran from November 2013 a relaxing couple of days on the coast Barry Francis MC).... and ended February 2014 with all in the sun before concluding the trip winning dealers needing to meet and and heading back to Australia. Bottom row from left: Matt Brown (MC exceed their set target to qualify for Land), Tom Day (Hawkesbury Honda), the program. Once qualified, dealers Everyone that attended the trip Samantha Davies (Harrison MC), battled it out for the top position in was extremely impressed with the Tony McLaughlin ( T&T Motorcycles), their respective groups to win. organisation and thoroughly enjoyed Dave Ledingham (Super Moto New themselves, asking when Honda will England), Michael Dabinet (Moto Over the course of 7 days, the winning be running the next program. Adelaide), Brad Ferguson ( Freestyle parts staff travelled to Bangkok to So stay tuned…. Honda), Sam Schepis (Honda MPE), visit the famous Grand Palace & the Paul Scriven (Southern Highland MC), Floating Market, Honda Big Wing (a Erkan Bagdadi (Honda MPE), Tom 250cc and larger specialty dealership), Ruscoe-Jones (Pro Honda)... the Honda motorcycle factory, home ACCESSORIES of the PCX150, CBR250R, CRF250L,

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