ROAD RANGE 2008 oichiro founded the Honda Motor fi rst production turbo-charged , Whatever trends infl uence our world in the next SCompany in 1948. Unable to get enough the CX500T Turbo. It was a decade when we 60 years, one thing will never change: Honda’s fuel for his car in post-war Japan, Soichiro received worldwide recognition: Freddie Spencer commitment to motorcycle technology, riding manufactured a motorised bicycle and was soon won Grand Prix World Championship titles for The Power of Dreams. making them for friends. Honda in both the 250 and 500 classes in 1985, a record that still stands; Wayne Gardner A dream had begun. By the mid-1950s, when won the Grand Prix world championship title in hula-hoops were a world craze, the Honda 1987; and was inducted into the Motor Company had become Japan’s largest USA’s Automotive Hall of Fame in 1989. manufacturer of . In the same decade, Honda sold its fi rst C100 Super Cub, When the internet swept the world in the ‘90s, later to become the world’s best-selling vehicle Honda put the fi rst aluminum-framed MX bike (30 million sold to date). into production, the CR250R. Mick Doohan won a world-record 12 out of 15 races and earned In the 1960s, Honda turned heads when Mike his fourth-straight 500 title. In the ‘00s, Honda Hailwood won two Isle of Man titles in a row. has dominated motorcycle racing: Valentino And as the world danced The Twist, Honda put Rossi won our 500th FIM World Grand Prix; its CB750K onto the stage. With four cylinders Ricky Carmichael won two straight AMA 250 and a disc brake, it was Honda’s fi rst push into Supercross crowns; Nicky Hayden became the the big bike market. The following decade Honda youngest ever AMA Superbike champion; and invented an all-terrain motorcycle, the ATC90, Kent Stotz won two AMA Prostar Streetbike and the fi rst motorcycle with an automatic Shootouts in a row. transmission, the CB750A Hondamatic.

While the world puzzled over the Rubik’s Cube in the 1980s, Honda introduced the

THE DREAM LIVES ON

2 / \ 3 CB600FCCBR1000RRB600F HOHORNETRNET FIREBLADE 0088

Head-turningHead-turninAustralia’s no.1g style selling and sportsbikeexhilaratinexhilarating gis once performanceagainperformance set to clean come up together on and in off the the CCB600F Brace600 F Hornettrack. With like norefi nementsother bike all on round, thethe road.ro thead. best Overseas models shown. has just got better.

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4 / Overseas models shown. \ 5 CBR600RRR

The 600RR comesmes in the Fireblade inspiredinspired Italian red with graphite black or graphite black paint schemes,hemes, and features the mostmost radical redesignn since its introduction fi ve years ago.

The idea of achieving “Ultimate Fun on Winding Roads” played a big part in guiding the development team’s efforts in minimising extraneous weight and more effectively centralising the new machine’s overall mass.

The concept of “True to Function” also played a decisive role in the complete redesign of the new CBR’s chassis extremities and bodywork to achieve not only a visible sense of lightness and speed, but also the most focused and competitive performance ever.

The result is a machine that is powered by a whole new engine, a frame and bodywork that results in a smaller, lighter, more-powerful machine with a class-leading power-to-weight ratio and unparalleled performance.

Additional features include a stainless steel four-into-one exhaust that also features an inline exhaust valve to control exhaust pressure for maximum performance. A new intake-air control valve (IACV) minimizes CBR600RR torque reaction and smooths response to small throttle changes through gradual reductions of air and fuel intake when the throttle is opened and closed. 6 / \ 7 CBR125R

Honda’s popular CBR125R burst onto Europe’s 125cc-class motorcycle scene in 2004 as a full- featured super sport and is now available in Australia.

It delivers all the handling capabilities It offers exciting new styling, state-of- one would expect of a Honda sportsbike the-art performance technologygy and an that’s been specially groomed to offer aggressive riding positiontion inin tune withwith the maximum power and performance the bikes ridden by thee world’s mosmostt available to young and novice riders in popular Grand Prix riders.ers. this class. All in all, the new CBR125R’s125R’s slimslim,, The CBR125R is not merely a comfortable proportions,ns, light weight, dressed-up commuter, the CBR125R fast acceleration, exceptionallyeptionally easeasyy attacks the street in full racer form, control and incredible value forfor boldly offering a full complement money make it one of the most of technological features, sporty appealing entry-level motorcyclesmotorcycles performance and stylish, high-quality on the streets of Australiaalia fforor a attention to detail that can be seen on broad cross section of riders,riders, Honda’s larger sportsbikes, but at an whether new to the sportport or affordable price that has proven to be experienced old handss atat an irresistible attraction. getting the most enjoymentyment with the least expense.e. It’s powered by a quick-revving liquid- cooled 4- engine that starts at the touch of a button, and follows it up with a slick shifting 6 speed gearbox. Its quick response and smooth acceleration keeps the excitement running high; Honda’s smallest CBR is always fun to ride. A capable corner carver when called on to perform, its light and nimble handling soon makes young, new riders feel like knee- dragging champions of the world’s CBR125R racing circuits.

8 / \ 9 CBR1100XX SUPER BLACKBIRD ST1300ABS

The CBR1100XX Blackbird celebrated its 11th Isn’t it time you set out on rides across the continent birthday at the end of last year, capping off a in both style and comfort? As seen from the plush, wonderful history for what is considered one of adjustable three-way seat of the swift and luxurious motorcycling’s modern legends. ST1300ABS, those roads stretching out over the horizon have never seemed so inviting. Since its launch in 1996, the machine From 2001, a catalytic converter, has been a cornerstone of Honda’s range, new digital clock layout and updated The ST1300’s elegant, aerodynamic In the cockpit area, the ST’s integrated offering power, performance, practicality, headlights and screen were also bodywork integrates a huge carrying instrument panel features a large precision and a quality unmatched by any introduced to keep it at the front of the capacity, allowing you to ride two-up, centralized speedometer and tachometer. of its sport touring contemporaries in the pack. Additional accessories such as CBR1100XX SUPER BLACKBIRD & ST1300ABS plus a full load packed into large volume Both engine and current air temperatures last decade. after market panniers were also made panniers, with easy strength and quiet are displayed on the LCD panel whilst available, making it a perfect bike for long Many other rivals have come and gone, confi dence. two tripmeters keep track of the distance distance touring. but the Blackbird has managed to stay on covered. A constant readout of fuel Its unique, high-powered fuel-injected top due to its unparalleled original design, However it’s been the traditional economy can also be switched to show V4 engine provides an exhilarating rush coupled with technologically advanced Honda strengths of quality, fi nish the average fuel consumption. of performance, while its advanced revisions over the past eleven years. and reliability that have kept the aluminium twin-spar frame, high Hailed as one of Australia’s premier machine winning a number of Although the look of the 160bhp machine performance Super Sports suspension sports touring machines, the ST1300 group tests in specialist has hardly changed, there have been systems and advanced Combined commands respect like it commands the motorcycling press, even some mild modifi cations done under the Antilock brakes all ensure both road, and invigorates your senses with against newer rivals. skin of the Blackbird to increase engine smoothly responsive control, and every new vista it reveals, wherever your performance and rider comfort. The regal riding comfort. travel takes you. original carburetted model ran from 1996 to 1998, to be replaced by a revised model with fuel-injection that offers smooth power delivery and friendlier emissions.

10 / \ 11 CBF1000 VFR800

Sleek, fast and a non-stop joy to ride, the Honda’s much loved and highly respected VFR rider-friendly CBF1000 packs big, litre-class debutedd in 1986, and has consistently been hailed power into a midsized chassis that exudes as the manufacturer’s premier high-tech sports high-powered performance and easy-riding touring model ever since. confi dence on every road it travels. In recent times, the VFR has Over its last two generations, as Powered by the same high-revving further evolved in both looks and bigger, faster and more single- engine that shot the fi rst-generation performance, with detailed cosmetic minded models have come to the CBR1000RR Fireblade to dramatic changes that fuse the most fore, the VFR has grown in popularity wins on racetracks around the advanced aerodynamic design as an excellent sports touring bike world, the CBF1000 delivers strong with an exhilarating sense of that can cover long distances in thrusts of acceleration in the low-to- modern style. comfort and still deliver exhilarating mid rev range that most riders most performance whenever desired. The VFR has always been known as often use. Its chassis, suspension a well-rounded sports touring bike The bike also features many distinct and brakes are also top-notch that can slice effortlessly through stylings including clear turn signal and contribute to the CBF’s sporty twisty mountain back roads with lenses, a windshield modifi ed for and swiftly responsive handling the fastest machines around, a cleaner, sharper lines, a satin fi nish capabilities. Whatever sort of riding CBF1000 & VFR800 position made possible in many treatment on the muffl er covers and strikes your fancy, the CBF1000 ways by its innovative V4 VTEC exhaust heat shield, and silver helps you enjoy it to the max. valve actuation system. fi nish on clutch and brake master cylinders. The ECU mapping engages VTEC technology at 6600 rpm to better match the four valve power curve, producing a smoother power transition.

12 / Top Box and Panniers optional accessories. \ 13 NT700V DEAUVILLE VTR1000F FIRESTORM

Honda’s sleek and stylish Deauville debuted There are plenty of big twin sportsbikes out on in the late 90’s as a new concept in midsized the roads these days, but none compare to the motorcycles designed to offer versatile commuting VTR1000F Firestorm for its smooth balance of ease and convenience, and the confi dent ability lean proportions, breathtaking acceleration and to quickly set out on a few enjoyable days of telepathically responsive handling and control. light touring. Pumping out a hearty roar from its and angled upward approximately powerful, free-revving 90-degree 7 degrees for a slightly more A host of recent changes to the straightforward approach toto strongerstronger DOHC V-twin engine, the Firestorm upright posture, better for long NT650V have resulted in the NT700V performance, the team setet out to responds with decisive impulse hours on the road. Deauville, including bodywork that thoroughly revise its slim yetyet powerfulpowerful that comes on strong from low in has been designed to project a more liquid-cooled V-twin enginee with such Built on a slim and lightweight NT700V DEAUVILLE & VTR1000F FIRESTORM its V-twin powerband. modern look while also enhancing its radical changes as lighter new 4-valve ‘Pivotless’ design that isolates range of riding comfort when used in heads and electronic fuel injection.injection. Enshrouded in the sleek, its aluminium frame from lateral longer-distance touring applications. curvaceous lines of its beautifully rear wheel stresses, the Firestorm The Deauville’s new, freer breathinbreathingg proportioned bodywork, the also provides sporty handling that From its headlight, adjustable combustion chambers andd iimprovedmproved Firestorm also offers easy is smoothly responsive to every windscreen and revised riding position, fuel delivery system combineine to realise day-to-day riding manners. A input. To this end, its front forks to the signifi cant carrying capacity remarkably improved powerer outpuoutputt more relaxed riding position for were modifi ed slightly in recent and Combined Disc Brake system, the and performance. increased comfort on long-distance times to provide smoother damping latest Deauville’s evolutionary changes Like all the features of thee newnew and around town riding has operation at initial compression for expand its versatility and comfort for Deauville, its assortment ooff ooptionalptional been adopted. more precise control. a new generation of commuting and equipment including stereo,o, panniers,panniers, touring enjoyment. The clip-on style handlebars top box, fog lights and muchuch more have been raised by 15.6mm Improved engine performance is intelligently conceived aandnd sursuree was also one of the primary goals to provide the utmost in ridingding in the Deauville’s development. satisfaction. However, rather than merely boosting displacement in the most

14 / \ 15 CB1300S

For those who haven’t yet had the pleasure of riding Honda’s touring ‘beast’, the CB1300S is a giant step forward into the world of sports touring enjoyment.

The bike’s compact fairing, with its slim To best emphasise the motorcycle’s and sporty design, provides excellent feeling of performance, the frame’s protection against the buffeting of the innovative 3-point mounting system wind at highway speeds, and even offers features a single rear rubber mount a pair of convenient pockets for stashing designed to conveyyg the engine’s away riding essentials while on the move. exhilarating rumbleumble of midrange power and torque whilehile keepingkeeping annoyingannoying The CB1300’s monstrous liquid-cooled buzzes of vibrationation to a minimum.minimum. DOHC inline-4 engine backs up its dynamic looks with breathtaking thrusts of power. It is specially tuned for stronger midrange performance, and its pure, naked muscle is a true blast to ride.

Up close, every part of the CB1300S shines with a superlative quality of fi nish; deeply lustrous paint and beautifully CB1300S executed aluminium and chrome parts that keep both performance and the big CB’s level of visceral excitement running high.

Featuring the same strong, classic double- cradle steel tube confi guration used in its fi rst generation, the CB1300’s lightweight and rigid frame provides remarkably light and responsive handling.

16 / Overseas models shown. \ 17 CB600F HORNET CB900F HORNET

Head-turning style and exhilarating The exciting Hornet 900 packs a mean punch performance come together in the CB600F that carries you swiftly into its world of Hornet like no other bike on the road. streetfi ghter style and performance.

As the undisputed pioneer of naked Racy-looking tyres, a pointed dual Its breathtaking surge of power Supported by a compliant midsized performers, the Hornet headlightg, and cowl, and a slim seat ripples out of the same fuel- monoshock damper that features injected inline-4 engine originally a remote gas reservoir for has consistently set the standard rail thatat seems to hang in space oveoverr developed for the legendary assured performance, this strong for brazen streetfi ghter looks and the rearear tyretyre complete the Hornet’s Fireblade, and has been specially yet lightweight unit ensures blistering riding fun. look ooff aggressive intent, and assure tuned for stronger low-to- excellent feedback and control. you off the ride of yyourour life evereveryy timtimee midrange grunt. Slimmer, lighter, more powerful and you climbimb aboard.aboard. A pair of lightweight, high- easier to ride than any other bike in Handling is swift and agile thanks performance four-piston front its class, the Hornet gets its blast of to its strong Mono-Backbone brake callipers like those featured performance from the same compact frame, providing a rigid mounting on Honda’s hottest Super Sports engine that powers the phenomenal for the Hornet’s powerful engine machines lock onto wide, 296mm CBR600RR to domination on track while showing off the engine’s drilled fl oating rotors to bring high-tech good looks to the Hornet to a quick, smoothly and street, yet tuned for stronger maximum effect. controlled stop. midrange acceleration that keeps the Hornet’s excitement meter Built for top performance while The Hornet 900’s fearsome running high. looking sharp, the Hornet’s aggressiveness is visually massive aluminium swingarm highlighted by its prominently CB600F & CB900F features giant triple-box-section positioned engine and the pair extruded spars mated to a large, of big gun silencers positioned one-piece cast pivot block for high under its slim and sleek rigidity and precise rear wheel seat cowl. tracking control.

18 / Overseas models shown. \ 19 CB400

The CB400 Super Four has arrived and set to redefi ne the small capacity class in Australia.

With its renowned Honda styling to two-wheels to those looking for and performance, the CB400’s an outstanding daily commuter. lowered emissions and optimum For additional braking control Honda fuel economy is made possible by have introduced the ABS version of an electronically controlled fuel the CB400, with Honda’s combined injection system (PGM-FI), coupled brake system coupled with the most with Honda’s HYPER VTEC (Variable advanced antilock braking system. and Lift Electronic Control). It offers an inline four- cylinder, four-stroke, liquid cooled 400cc engine that produces a band of strong, accessible power through a two stage valve actuation system. CB400 The learner-friendly CB400 is “LAMS” approved which means there is now an alternative for new riders who want to start off on something a little bigger than a 250cc motorcycle, and with it’s naked good looks including stainless steel exhaust and striking paint schemes, it’s sure to catch the eye of the most discerning riders - from those who are new

20 / \ 21 CBF250

Slim and sporty, the CBF250 debuted four years ago overseas to broad acclaim, providing striking good looks, light handling and exciting performance.

The bike’s attractive styling specially confi gured for exciting yet combined with an impressive range confi dent control. Wide tubeless of performance appeals to a wide tyres mounted on sporty cast cross section of riders, both relative aluminium wheels further ensurere newcomers to motorcycling as well the CBF’s light, responsive handling,dling, as more experienced riders who providing not only the look but thethe are looking for an inexpensive and exhilarating feel of full sport riding-ing- reliable runabout. oriented performance.

Compact and confi dence-inspiring, Brakes are light of feel and instantlytantly the CBF250 is a highly economical responsive, including a large- mount offering features one diameter drilled front disc effectivelyctively more often associates with larger stopped by a dual-piston calliperer displacement machines. The and a reliable dual leading-shoee rear CBF’s power comes from a quick- drum. CBF250 revving DOHC 4-valve engine that starts quickly with the push of a With all these advanced featureses button and pumps out impressive available on such an attractive anandd acceleration to maximise riding reasonably priced motorcycle, enjoyment. it’s no wonder that the CBF2500 is quickly becoming the popularr Its slim, lightweight chassis and choice for new riders and impeccable handling are also commuters.

22 / \ 23 VTR250 XR400M

The design of the VTR250 follows the basic The XR400M Super Motard is equipped with an principles of the sports motorcycle: to convey the air-cooled, single-cylinder, 400cc, OHC, 4-stroke thrill of the ride and the experience of complete engine and electric start with 17” on-road control to every rider. front and rear tyres.

The VTR250 includes features such No detail on the suspension system has Honda’s motard features the XR logo, The front suspension employs an as a pivotless frame that enables been overlooked. Front forks feature large as well as a multi refl ector headlight inverted front fork for superior shock optimum balance of design, function 41mm inner tubes and combine with and shroud. It also catches the eye absorption and high-performance and performance. The upper chassis subtle rear dampers to produce a superb in colour schemes including a steering, and the stroke has been is strengthened by truss-style tubular ride feel and road hugging performance. frame chassis, and the lower chassis by VTR250 & XR400M “mat axis gray” frame. optimized for stable on-road cruising. the engine swing arm pivot. The result Superb stopping power is provided by The special specifi cation carburetor As distinctive off-road elements, the is maximum rigidity from a much lighter large, yet lightweight fl oating discs with a frame giving optimal stability at high hydraulic dual piston calliper on the front, diameter and transmission gear tank shroud, front visor, and seat speeds whilst offering superb feel at and a 220mm disc on the rear. ratios provide increased intake emphasise the XR400’s stylistic lower speeds. and exhaust effi ciency, excellent origins in super motard racing. acceleration, and highly responsive The wheels have been especially designed The bike also comes fi tted with an output at low and mid-range speeds. for the VTR250, each with the all new Z anti-theft protection system including type cross section spokes for a slimmer The 17” on-road front and rear tyres a strengthened handle lock, sturdy look with added strength. and light aluminium wheels also combination lock ignition key cylinder, The liquid cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC make the XR400 very easy to ride and pre-wiring for a separately 90° V-twin engine has been designed to in and around the city, while the sold alarm kit. provide maximum torque at low to medium semi-double cradle frame is specially speeds giving the sense of total power that only a V-twin can deliver. designed to complement the set up. In addition, every part of the frame, including the head pipe area, has been strengthened for exceptional rigidity and highly stable turning.

24 / \ 25 SPECIFICATIONS

CBR1000RR CBR600RR CBR125R CBR1100XX ST1300ABS CBF1000 VFR800 NT700V DEAUVILLE

Model Name CBR1000RR Model Name CBR600RR Model Name CBR125R Model Name CBR1100XX Model Name ST1300 ABS Model Name CBF1000 Model Name VFR800 Model Name NT700V Deauville Engine Type 999cc Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16- Engine Type 599cc Liquid-cooled inline four- Engine Type 125cc Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve Engine Type 1261cc liquid-cooled longitudinally Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 16-valve Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve valve DOHC inline-4 cylinder & Stroke 58 x 47.2mm DOHC inline-4 mounted 90° V-4 DOHC 4 valves DOHC inline-4 DOHC 90˚ V-4 SOHC 52° V-twin Bore & Stroke 76 x 55.1mm Bore & Stroke 67mm x 42.5mm Compression Ratio 11:01 Bore & Stroke 79 x 58mm per cylinder Bore & Stroke 75 x 56.5mm Bore & Stroke 72 x 48mm Bore & Stroke 81 × 66mm Compression Ratio 12.3:1 Compression Ratio 12.2:1 Ignition Fully transistorised with electronic Displacement 1137cc Bore & Stroke 78 x 66mm Displacement 998cm³ Displacement 762cc Displacement 680.2cm3 Carburetor(s) PGM-FI electronic fuel injection Ignition Computer-controlled digital tran- advance Compression Ratio 11.0:1 Compression Ratio 10.8:1 Compression Ratio 11:1 Compression Ratio 11.6:1 Compression Ratio 10:1 Computer-controlled sistorized with three-dimensional Transmission 6-speed Carburetor(s) Electronic fuel injection Carburetor(s) PGM-FI with automatic enricher circuit Carburetor(s) PGM-FI electronic fuel injection Carburetor(s) PGM-FI electronic fuel injection Carburetor(s) PGM-FI electronic fuel injection digital transistorised with electronic mapping Final Drive O-ring sealed chain Ignition Computer-controlled digital Ignition Computer-controlled digital with Ignition Computer-controlled digital Ignition Computer-controlled digital transis- Ignition Digital transistorised with advance Transmission Close-ratio six-speed Dimensions (mm) 1,920 / 650 / 1,065 (l/w/h) transistorised with electronic three-dimensional mapping and transistorised with electronic torised with electronic advance electronic advance Starter Electric Final Drive #525 O-ring–sealed chain Wheel Base (mm) 1,295 advance electronic advance advance Starter Electric Starter Electric Transmission 6-speed Dimensions (mm) 2,015 / 685 / 1,105 (l/w/h) Seat Height (mm) 780 Starter Electric Transmission 5-speed Starter Electric Transmission 6-speed Transmission 5-speed Final Drive #530 ‘O’-ring sealed chain Wheel Base (mm) 1,375 Ground Clearance (mm) 175 Transmission 6-speed Final Drive Shaft Transmission 6-speed Final Drive ‘O’-ring sealed chain Final Drive Enclosed shaft Dimensions (mm) 2,080 / 685 / 1,130 (l/w/h) Seat Height (mm) 820 Fuel Capacity (litres) 10 Final Drive ‘O’-ring sealed chain Wheel Base (mm) 1,490 Final Drive #530 ‘O’-ring sealed chain Dimensions (mm) 2,120 / 735 / 1,195 (l/w/h) Dimensions (mm) 2,215 / 805 / 1,320 (l/w/h) Wheel Base (mm) 1,405 Fuel Capacity (litres) 18 litres (including 3.4 reserve) Front Tyres 80/90 17M/C (44P) Dimensions (mm) 2,160 / 720 / 1,200 (l/w/h) Seat Height (mm) 790+15 Dimensions (mm) 2,156 / 781 / 1,138 (l/w/h) Wheel Base (mm) 1,460 (raised windscreen: 1,450) Seat Height (mm) 820 Front Tyres 120/70ZR-17 Rear Tyres 100/80 17M/C (52P) Wheel Base (mm) 1,490 Fuel Capacity (litres) 29 Wheel Base (mm) 1,480 Seat Height (mm) 805 Wheel Base (mm) 1,475 Ground Clearance (mm) 130 Rear Tyres 180/55ZR-17 Front Suspension 31mm telescopic fork, Seat Height (mm) 810 Front Tyres 120/70ZR-18 Seat Height (mm) 795 Ground Clearance (mm) 125 Seat Height (mm) 806 Fuel Capacity (litres) 17.7 Front Suspension 41mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork 109mm axle travel Ground Clearance (mm) 130 Rear Tyres 170/60ZR-17 Ground Clearance (mm) 130 Fuel Capacity (litres) 22 Ground Clearance (mm) 160 Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17M/C with spring preload, rebound and Rear Suspension Monoshock damper, Fuel Capacity (litres) 23 litres (including 4 reserve) Front Suspension 45mm HMAS cartridge fork; 108mm Fuel Capacity (litres) 19 Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) Fuel Capacity (litres) 19.7 including 3.5 reserve Rear Tyres 190/50 ZR17M/C compression damping adjustability; 120mm axle travel Front Wheel Hollow-section triple-spoke axle travel Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17M/C Rear Tyres 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) Front Tyres 120/70–ZR17M/C (58W) Front Suspension 43mm inverted HMAS cartridge- 110mm axle travel Front Brakes 276 x 4mm hydraulic disc with dual- cast aluminium Rear Suspension Pro-Link single HMAS gas-charged Rear Tyres 160/60 ZR17M/C Front Suspension 43mm H.M.A.S. cartridge-type Rear Tyres 150/70–ZR17M/C (69W) type telescopic fork with stepless Rear Suspension Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock piston calliper and resin mould pads Rear Wheel Hollow-section triple-spoke shock with 5-position spring preload Front Suspension 41mm cartridge-type telescopic fork with stepless preload Front Suspension 41mm telescopic fork, 115mm preload, compression and rebound with spring preload, rebound and Rear Brakes 220 x 4mm hydraulic disc with cast aluminium adjustability; 123mm axle travel telescopic fork, 120mm axle adjustment, 109mm axle travel axle travel adjustment, 120mm axle travel compression damping adjustability; single-piston calliper and resin Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17 (Radial) Front Brakes Dual full-fl oating 310mm discs with travel Rear Suspension Pro-Link with gas-charged H.M.A.S. Rear Suspension Single damper with adjustable Rear Suspension Unit Pro-Link with gas-charged 129mm axle travel mould pads Rear Tyres 180/55 ZR17 (Radial) LBS 3-piston calipers Rear Suspension Rear Suspension Monoshock damper, 7-step preload and stepless preload, 122.5mm axle travel HMAS damper featuring 13-step Front Brakes Dual radial-mounted four-piston Dry Weight (kg) 119 Front Suspension 43mm H.M.A.S. cartridge-type Rear Brakes Single 316mm disc with LBS 3-piston with gas-charged HMAS rebound damping adjustment, Front Brakes 296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic preload and stepless compression calipers with 310mm discs Warranty Period 12 Months fork, 109mm axle travel caliper damper, 120mm axle travel 120mm axle travel disc with Combined 3-piston and rebound damping adjustment, Rear Brakes Single 220mm disc Rear Suspension Pro-Link with stepless rebound- Dry Weight (kg) 289 Front Brakes D296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic Front Brakes 296 x 4.5mm dual fl oating hydraulic calipers and sintered metal pads 135mm axle travel Dry Weight (kg) 155 adjustable gas-charged H.M.A.S. Warranty Period 24 Months disc with 4-piston (*Combined disc with combined 3-piston cali- Rear Brakes 276 x 6mm hydraulic disc with Front Brakes 320 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc Warranty Period 24 Months damper, 120mm axle travel 3-piston) callipers, fl oating pers and sintered metal pads dual-piston caliper and sintered with 4-piston calipers and sintered Front Brakes 310 x 5mm dual hydraulic disc rotors (*ABS) and sintered Rear Brakes 256 x 6mm hydraulic disc with com- metal pads metal pads with Combined 3-piston calipers metal pads bined 3-piston caliper and sintered Dry Weight (kg) 236 Rear Brakes 220 x 5mm hydraulic disc with single- and sintered metal pads Rear Brakes 240 x 6mm hydraulic disc with metal pads Warranty Period 24 Months piston caliper and sintered metal pads Rear Brakes 256 x 5mm hydraulic disc with single-piston (*3-piston) Dry Weight (kg) 213 Dry Weight (kg) 167 Combined 3-piston caliper calliper (*ABS) and sintered Warranty Period 24 Months Warranty Period 24 Months and sintered metal pads metal pads Dry Weight (kg) 223 Dry Weight (kg) 193 Warranty Period 24 Months Warranty Period 24 Months 26 / \ 27 SPECIFICATIONS

VTR1000F CB1300S CB600F CB900F CB400 CBF250 VTR250 XR400M

Model Name VTR1000F Model Name CB1300S Model Name CB600F Model Name CB900F Model Name CB400 Model Name CBF250 Model Name VTR250 Model Name XRM400M Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4stroke 16-valve Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Engine Type 919cc Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4 stroke DOCH inline-4 Engine Type Air-cooled 4 stroke DOHC single Engine Type Liquid cooled 4-stroke, 4-valve Engine Type 397cc Air cooled 4 stroke OHC4 90° V-twin DOHC inline-4 16-valve DOHC inline-4 16-valve DOHC inline-4 Bore & Stroke 55 x 42mm Bore & Stroke 73 x 59.5mm DOHC 90° v-twin valve one cylinder Bore & Stroke 98 x 66mm Bore & Stroke 78 x 67.2mm Bore & Stroke 67 x 42.5mm Bore & Stroke 71 x 58mm Displacement 399cm³ Displacement 249cm3 Bore & Stroke 66 x 44.1 Bore & Stroke 85.0mm×70.0mm Displacement 996cc Displacement 1284cc Displacement 599cm³ Compression Ratio 10.8:1 Compression Ratio 11.3:1 Compression Ratio 9.3:1 Displacement 249cm³ Compression Ratio 8.8:1 Compression Ratio 9.4:1 Compression Ratio 9.6 : 1 Compression Ratio 12:1 Carburetor(s) Electronic fuel injection Carburetor(s) PGM-FI electronic fuel injection Carburetor(s) 32mm VE-L type Compression Ratio 11:1 Carburetor(s) 48mm CV-Semi downdraft Ignition Computer-controlled digital transis- Carburetor(s) PGM-FI electronic fuel injection Ignition Computer-controlled digital Ignition Full- transistor battery ignition Ignition Digital transistorised with Carburetor(s) VD10 Ignition CDI type battery ignition Ignition Computer-controlled digital transis- torised with electronic advance Oil Capacity 3.5 litres transistorised with electronic Starter Electric electronic advance Ignition Computer controlled digital Starter Electric torised with electronic advance Starter Electric Throttle Bore 36mm advance Transmission 6-speed Starter Electric transistorised Transmission 6-speed Starter Electric Transmission 5-speed Ignition Computer-controlled digital Starter Electric Final Drive #525 ‘O’-ring sealed chain Transmission 6-speed Starter Electric start Final Drive Chain Transmission 6-speed Final Drive 114-link sintered link chain transistorised with electronic Transmission 6-speed Dimensions (mm) 2,040 / 725 / 1,070 (l/w/h) Final Drive ‘O’-ring sealed chain Transmission 5 speed Dimensions (mm) 2,140 / 810 / 1,140 (l/w/h) Final Drive ‘O’-ring sealed chain Dimensions (mm) 2,220 / 790 / 1,218 (l/w/h) advance Final Drive ‘O’-ring sealed chain Wheel Base (mm) 1,410 Dimensions (mm) 2,050 / 745 / 1,050 (l/w/h) Dimensions (mm) 2,035 / 725 / 1,055 (l/w/h) Wheel Base (mm) 1,450 Dimensions (mm) 2,050 / 720 / 1,155 (l/w/h) Wheel Base (mm) 1,515 Starter Electric Dimensions (mm) 2,125 / 750 / 1,085 (l/w/h) Seat Height (mm) 770 Wheel Base (mm) 1,370 Wheel Base (mm) 1,405 Trail (mm) 79 Wheel Base (mm) 1,430 Seat Height (mm) 790 Transmission 6-speed Wheel Base (mm) 1,460 Ground Clearance (mm) 130 Seat Height (mm) 780 Seat Height (mm) 760 Seat Height (mm) 855 Seat Height (mm) 810 Ground Clearance (mm) 135 Final Drive #525 O-ring sealed chain Seat Height (mm) 795 Fuel Capacity (litres) 18 Ground Clearance (mm) 180 Ground Clearance (mm) 180 Ground Clearance (mm) 220 Ground Clearance (mm) 135 Fuel Capacity (litres) 21 Dimensions (mm) 2,090 x 740 x 1,095mm Ground Clearance (mm) 145 Front Tyres 120/60 - 17 Fuel Capacity (litres) 16.5 including 2.5 reserve Fuel Capacity (litres) 13 Fuel Capacity (litres) 9.7 Fuel Capacity (litres) 19 litres (including 3.5 reserve) Front Wheel 17M/C x MT3.50 U-section 5-spoke Wheel Base (mm) 1,435 Fuel Capacity (litres) 19 litres (including 4 reserve) Rear Tyres 160/60 - 17 Front Tyres 100/80-17M/C 52S Front Tyres 110/70-17 54H Front Tyres 110/70-17M/C 54H Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17 (58W) (Radial) cast aluminium Seat Height (mm) 800 Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) Front Suspension 41mm Showa telescopic fork Rear Tyres 130/70-17M/C 62S Rear Tyres 140/70-17 66H Rear Tyres 140/70R17M/C 66H Rear Tyres 180/55 ZR17 (73W) (Radial) Rear Wheel 17M/C x MT5.50 U-section 5-spoke Ground Clearance (mm) 135 Rear Tyres 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) with pre-load adjustment Front Suspension 37mm telescopic fork, 116mm Front Suspension Telescopic front forks Front Suspension Telescopic system Front Suspension 41mm H.M.A.S. cartridge-type fork cast aluminium Fuel Capacity (litres) 19 litres (including 4-litre LCD- Front Suspension 43mm cartridge-type telescopic Rear Suspension Twin remote reservoir Showa shock axle travel Rear Suspension Pro-link Rear Suspension Swing arm system (professional with adjustable spring preload and Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17 indicated reserve) fork, 109mm axle travel with spring pre-load adjustment Rear Suspension Monoshock, 100mm axle travel Front Brakes Twin piston, 296mm single disc link) rebound damping, 109mm axle Rear Tyres 180/55 ZR17 Front Tyres 120/70 ZR17M/C (58W) Rear Suspension Monoshock damper with 7-step Front Brakes Twin 285 mm fl oating discs with 4 Front Brakes 276 x 4mm hydraulic disc with brake Front Brakes Disc travel Front Suspension 43mm cartridge-type telescopic Rear Tyres 180/55 ZR17M/C (73W) adjustable preload, 128mm piston Nissin calipers dual-piston caliper and sintered Rear Brakes Disc brake Rear Brakes Disc Rear Suspension Pro-Link with preload and rebound fork, 109mm axle travel Front Suspension 41mm inverted telescopic fork, axle travel Rear Brakes 235 mm disc with single piston metal pads Dry Weight (kg) 141 Dry Weight (kg) 131 damping- adjustable gas-charged Rear Suspension Dual conventional damper with 120mm axle travel Front Brakes 296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc Nissin caliper Rear Brakes 130mm leading/trailing drum Warranty Period 24 Months Warranty Period 12 Months H.M.A.S. damper, 124mm axle travel 5-step adjustable spring preload, Rear Suspension Monoshock damper with 7-step with 4-piston calipers, fl oating Warranty Period 24 Months Dry Weight (kg) 138.5 Front Brakes 296mm disc with 4-piston calipers 116mm axle travel adjustable preload, 128mm axel rotors and sintered metal pads Warranty Period 12 Months and sintered metal pads Front Brakes 310mm dual disc with 4-piston travel Rear Brakes 240 x 5mm hydraulic disc with Rear Brakes 220mm single-piston caliper and calipers, and sintered metal pads Front Brakes 296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads Rear Brakes 256mm single-piston calliper disc with dual-piston callipers, sintered metal pads Dry Weight(kg) 192 and sintered metal pads fl oating rotors and sintered metal Dry Weight (kg) 194 Warranty Period 24 Months Dry Weight (kg) 232 pads Warranty Period 24 Months Warranty Period 24 Months Rear Brakes Rear 240 x 5mm hydraulic disc with single-piston calliper and sintered metal pads Dry Weight (kg) 173 Warranty Period 24 Months 28 / \ 29 HONDA FINANCE HONDA GENUINE PARTS & ACCESSORIES Honda recommends that all riders take a training course and read their owner’s manual thoroughly. 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