Exclusive Spy Shots: New Civic stork in Japan in 2012

Our correspondent exclusively in Japan, John Paul Vizioli, just catch the first units of vacating the premises Civic 2012 Honda at Suzuka. He said the car should be going to the U.S., since there are some units of the Fit Insight and also in their North American versions in the cart.

The New Civic 2012 will come to Brazil, but it is believed here that he will have some visual differences, becoming more like the City, seeking toconquer the more conservative buyer who is a fan of the Corolla .

Source: Noticiasautomotivas. (Language Translation in Portuguese to English) Google Translation

The all new 2010 CR-Z sporty hybrid

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced plans to begin sales in Japan of the CR-Z sporty hybrid model in February 2010 and Fit Hybrid before the end of 2010. By combining these two models with the currently available Insight and Civic Hybrid, Honda will further enhance its lineup of compact hybrid models, which leverage the unique characteristics of Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA), including compact size, lightweight and high efficiency. In addition, Honda is currently developing a new hybrid system which is intended to be installed on mid- to large-size vehicles.

Honda also announced that, in addition to the No. 1 line at its Suzuka Factory, the production of Insight also began on Suzuka's No. 3 line in mid-June 2009, leveraging Honda's flexible production system.

In order to continue contributing to the global effort to reduce CO2 emissions, Honda will continue to focus on research and development of technologies which improve fuel-efficiency and strive to deliver products with improved environmental performance to as many customers as possible by making such products more accessible to all people.

The CR-Z concept vehicle made its world debut at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show in 2007. The CR-Z sporty hybrid will feature advanced technologies that deliver enjoyable driving for all while reducing the vehicle's environmental footprint.

Source: Honda Press Release

2010 Honda Insight - The Insight is the most disappointing Honda Consumer Reports has tested in a long time

The new Honda Insight posted a lackluster "Good" overall road-test score in Consumer Reports' testing for the August issue. The Insight achieved an excellent 38 mpg overall in CR's tests but fell short in ride quality, handling, interior noise, acceleration, rear-seat, access and visibility.

"The Insight is the most disappointing Honda Consumer Reports has tested in a long time," said David Champion, senior director of CR's Auto Test Center. "The Insight is a noisy, stiff-riding car with clumsy handling that is nothing like the Fit on which it is based. Also, Electronic Stability Control is only available on the highline EX version."

In a ratings chart of small hatchbacks and wagons, the Insight was rated 21st out of 22 vehicles, with a road test score of 54 points. It was followed by the Dodge Caliber, which scored 49.

Two new wagons, spin-offs of popular sedans -- the Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen and Hyundai Elantra Touring scored within a point of each other and received Very Good ratings, 80 and 79 respectively.

The Sportwagen, a new addition to the Jetta line, combines sound driving dynamics and more cargo and versatility than the sedan. It also imparts the feeling of a much more expensive vehicle. The Elantra Touring, also an extension to its line, is an affordable and practical vehicle with good fuel economy (26 mpg in CR's own fuel economy tests.)

Consumer Reports tested a total of six wagons and hatchbacks in the August issue including the improved Chevrolet HHR and the Pontiac Vibe (the virtual twin of the Toyota Matrix.) The Vibe will be discontinued this August given GM's decision to discontinue the Pontiac brand. Both the Vibe and the HHR received Very Good ratings. The test group also included the sporty Mazda3 hatchback, freshened with a new four-cylinder engine and new styling was also rated Very Good.

Prices ranged from $19,085 for the Pontiac to $24,730 for the Chevy HHR. All vehicles in the test proved to have average of better reliability in CR.

Consumer Reports also tested the Kia Soul. The Soul shares several of the same attributes of the small, boxy Scion xB, and was also rated Very Good. This is a new model so CR does not have any reliability data and cannot Recommend the Soul.

All vehicles in the test group are Recommended by Consumer Reports except for the Insight, which scored too low in CR's tests to be Recommended and the Soul, which does not have any reliability data yet. CR only Recommends vehicles that have performed well in its tests, have at least average predicted reliability based on CR's Annual Car Reliability Survey of its more than seven million print and web subscribers, and performed at least adequately if crash-tested or included in a government rollover test.

Full tests and ratings of the test group appear in the August issue of Consumer Reports, which goes on sale June 30. The reports are also available to subscribers of www.ConsumerReports.org.

The Honda Insight seats five and gets excellent fuel economy, but it's a noisy car with a stiff ride and clumsy handling. At its cornering limits, the Insight plows straight ahead early on in tight turns and the tail can slide out too quickly for stability control to completely prevent it. The Insight EX, ($21,790 Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price as tested), is powered by a 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine with a 13-hp electric motor combine for 98 hp that delivers 38 mpg overall. The continuously variable transmission performs smoothly. Unlike a full hybrid, the Insight requires the gas engine to turn whenever the car is moving. Braking is Very Good. Cargo space behind the rear seats is adequate.

The wagon version of the Volkswagen Jetta combines good driving dynamics and versatility with excellent fit and finish. The Jetta SE, ($24,324, MSRP as tested), is powered by a 170-hp, 2.5-liter, five-cylinder engine that delivers average performance but got only 23 mpg overall in CR's fuel economy tests. The six-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly and has a manual-override feature. Braking is Very Good. The cargo area is very spacious and you can fold down one or both sections of the rear seatbacks.

The Elantra Touring wagon is fairly roomy and versatile, with a nicely finished interior and lots of amenities for the money. The Touring's ride is noticeably stiffer than the sedan's ride, with some sharp impacts. The Elantra Touring wagon, ($19,475, MSRP as tested), is powered by a 138-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers average performance and a respectable 26-mpg overall. The four-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly and responsively. Braking is Excellent. Folding down the 60/40 seatback makes for a fairly commodious load volume.

The Mazda3 has been one of CR's top-scoring small cars for several years, distinguished by agile handling and a good-quality interior that is laid out well. The Mazda3 had a firm, compliant ride that provided good isolation from everyday road bumps. The Mazda3 s Sport, ($20,700, MSRP as tested), is powered by a 167-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that feels smooth and refined and delivers 25 mpg overall in mixed driving. The five-speed automatic transmission shifts quickly and smoothly. Braking is Very Good. Cargo space is good behind the rear seats, and when the seatbacks are lowered the hatch encloses a good-sized cargo area.

The Pontiac Vibe is versatile, fuel-efficient, and reasonably priced. The Vibe's ride is compliant but not very steady and bumps create side-to-side rocking and even the highway ride can feel choppy. The Pontiac Vibe 1.8L, ($19,085, MSRP as tested), is powered by a 132-hp, 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine that provides good performance and 24 mpg overall. The four-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly. Braking is Very Good. The rear is quite spacious. The cargo area is lined with hard plastic and small items slide around on it.

The Chevrolet HHR plays to 1950s design nostalgia but one drawback to its retro styling is the small and short windows, which inhibit the view out. Bumps are absorbed quite well, but the deep ruts and ridges come through as rubbery kicks. The Chevrolet HHR LT, ($24,730 MSRP), as tested is powered by a 172-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that provides good performance and 24 mpg overall. The four-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly. Braking is Very Good. The seatbacks fold down for generous cargo space.

With more than 7 million print and online subscribers, Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services. It conducts the most comprehensive auto-test program of any U.S. publication or Web site; the magazine's auto experts have decades of experience in driving, testing, and reporting on cars. To become a subscriber, consumers can call 1-800-234-1645. Information and articles from the magazine can be accessed online at www.ConsumerReports.org.

Honda Commemorates 50 Years of Innovation in America

(NYSE: HMC) today marked its first 50 years in America, commemorating the establishment of American Honda Motor Co., Inc., in a small Los Angeles storefront on June 11, 1959. Honda associates observed the occasion with a brief ceremony at the company's Torrance, Calif. headquarters.

"On behalf of the tens of thousands of Honda associates in America, past and present, we offer our deepest thanks to our customers for placing their trust in Honda over the past 50 years," said American Honda President & CEO Tetsuo Iwamura. "Today, in the face of new challenges, including the preservation of our environment, we renew our commitment to exceed the expectations of our customers and society."

Starting in 1959, with the fuel-efficient Honda 50 motorcycle, to the newly launched 2010 Honda Insight gas-electric hybrid vehicle, Honda has introduced new technologies and business strategies that have shaped the industry and the growth of Honda, including:

* First automaker to meet U.S. Clean Air Act without a catalytic converter - Civic CVCC (1974)

    * First vehicle to top U.S. EPA list of most fuel efficient cars - Civic (1977)

    * First Japanese automaker to build motorcycles (1979) and automobiles (1982) in America - Marysville, Ohio*

    * First Japanese automaker to establish a luxury automobile brand -- Acura (1986)

    * First mass produced gas electric hybrid car introduced in America -- Insight (1999)

    * First government-certified hydrogen fuel cell vehicle -- FCX (2002)

Honda has steadily expanded its U.S. presence to encompass a broad range of products and operations. Today, Honda employs more than 27,000 U.S. associates engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, sale and servicing of Honda and Acura products including automobiles, motorcycles, ATVs, personal water craft, power equipment, and an advanced light jet.

Honda operates 10 U.S. manufacturing plants with two new plants under construction, along with 14 R&D facilities and more than 12 regional sales, parts and service, and finance offices around the country. The company's network of U.S. parts suppliers comprises 545 companies in 34 states with annual purchases exceeding $17.5 billion in 2008.

Honda History in America

American Honda was the first overseas subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., established eleven years after HMC's inception as a small motorcycle manufacturer in Japan. Honda entered the U.S. market in 1959 with the step-through Honda 50 motorcycle and helped spur the dramatic growth of the U.S. motorcycle market, as it became the best-selling brand in America.

The introduction of the fuel-efficient Civic in 1973 paved the way for Honda's entry into the U.S. auto industry. As America faced the first oil crisis in 1973 and then the U.S. Clean Air Act tightened air emissions standards in 1975, Civic became both the first automobile to meet the Clean Air Act without the need for a catalytic converter and was ranked number one on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's first list of America's most fuel efficient cars (1977).

Based on its longstanding commitment to develop and build products close to the customer, Honda established research and development operations in America in 1975, and U.S. manufacturing in 1979, starting with production of motorcycles in Marysville, Ohio. Honda became the first Japanese automaker to build cars in America with the start of Accord production at the Marysville Auto Plant in November 1982. In May 2009, Honda reached the 15 million unit milestone in U.S. automobile production.

In 1986, the company expanded into the luxury automobile market with the creation of the Acura brand, the first luxury nameplate from a Japanese automaker. Acura earned a top rating in J.D. Power and Associates' Customer Satisfaction Index for four consecutive years (1986-1989).

In the 1990s, Honda introduced the U.S. automobile industry's first low-emissions vehicles, meeting challenging new emissions requirements in California while also enhancing fuel efficiency. In 1999, Honda introduced America's first mass production hybrid vehicle, the Insight, followed in 2002 by the Honda FCX, the first fuel cell vehicle certified by the U.S. government for daily use and the first to be placed in the hands of an individual consumer.

In 2008, the company began leasing its next-generation FCX Clarity fuel cell sedan, the industry's most advanced zero-emissions vehicle. In March 2009 Honda introduced the 2010 Honda Insight, America's most affordable hybrid, with plans to launch another all-new hybrid within the next several years based on the company's sporty CR-Z hybrid concept vehicle.

"Looking to the future, we are committed to advancing Honda's legacy of environmental leadership to help address the twin challenges of global climate change and energy sustainability," said Iwamura. "Along with a renewed focus on quality, we begin our next fifty years by accelerating our efforts to develop and deploy new technologies that put Honda at the forefront of this global challenge, to create a cleaner and more sustainable future for generations to come."

Honda's multimedia newsroom including historical photos and video: http://www.hondanews.com

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Honda Shadow Spirit

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The Shadow 750 Spirit’s style is classic cruiser. But with a sportier attitude. Featuring a low 25.7-inch seat, beefy V-twin and long, lean lines stretching to its 21-inch front wheel for a vibe that is classic “dragbike”. With Honda’s reputation for quality, this is a bike you’ll enjoy for years of trouble-free riding. And you get it all with one very reasonable price tag. The Shadow 750 Spirit. The performance is pure Honda, the spirit is pure sport.

Features & Benefits

New for 2009

    * New Candy Dark Red, Pearl White/Silver Pinstripe and Pearl Black/Red Pinstripe colors join Black.

Stylish new 3-D emblems on Candy Dark Red and Black colors.

Unique Features

    * A 21-inch front wheel for a narrow, custom look and light steering feel.

    * Incredibly low 25.7-inch seat height.

    * Big-bike looks and feel at a very attractive price.

Engine/Drivetrain

    * 745cc liquid-cooled V-twin engine produces impressive power over a broad rpm range.

    * Crankshaft features long-stroke design along with high-mass ACG to produce strong V-twin feel and low-rpm torque peak.

    * Single 34mm constant-velocity (CV) carburetor offers crisp throttle response.

    * Three-Valve Dual-Plug Combustion Chamber (see Technology Section).

    * Finned cylinders enhance appearance and give a big-bike look.

    * Aluminum radiator maintains consistent engine temperature for optimum performance and long engine life. Mounted between frame rails for enhanced appearance.

    * Wide-ratio five-speed transmission.

    * CD ignition with electronic advance offers dependability and is maintenance-free.

    * Sleek two-into-two exhaust system features bullet-style mufflers for a classic street-rod look.

Chassis/Suspension

    * Innovative frame design features large, steel tube backbone reaching back from cast steering head to rear of the engine case for simplicity and strength.

    * Sturdy and responsive 41mm front fork features large-diameter chrome-steel shrouds and large billet-aluminum triple-clamp for a distinctive retro look. Delivers confident, neutral handling and plush 4.6-inch wheel travel.

    * Large 4mm-thick fork brace mounted under fender enhances rigidity.

    * Dual-shock rear suspension features five-position spring preload adjustability and eye-catching chrome covers, while offering 3.5 inches of wheel travel for a smooth ride.

    * Single front disc brake with twin-piston caliper grips a 296mm drilled rotor between sintered metal pads. Rear brake is drum type.

    * Shaft final-drive system provides smooth and reliable low-maintenance operation.

    * Chrome highlights include cylinder-head cover, air-cleaner cover, left and right engine sidecovers, brake and clutch lever brackets, rear brake pedal, shift lever, swingarm pivot cap, ignition switch cover, handlebar, rear shock covers and headlight.

    * Handlebar design offers sporty, street-rod feel.

    * Tank-mounted speedometer features attractive chrome instrument housing.

    * Sleek, one-piece gunfighter-type seat.

    * Custom, integrated taillight design.

    * Stylish 3.7-gallon fuel tank.

    * Brilliant, 60-/55-watt halogen headlight.

    * Steering-head lock and helmet lock for added security when parked.

    * Transferable one-year unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

    * Purchase of a new, previously unregistered Honda USA- certified unit by an individual retail user in the United States qualifies the owner for a one-year complimentary membership in the Honda Riders Club of America® (HRCA®). Visit www.hrca.honda.com for details.

Honda Genuine Accessories

    * Touring Accessories: Custom Windscreen, Leather Saddlebags (three styles: Studded, Fringed or Plain), Synthetic Leather Saddlebags, Leather Tank Belt (two styles: Studded or Plain), Leather Front Pouch (three styles: Studded, Fringed or Plain), Leather Touring Bag (three styles: Studded, Fringed or Plain), Saddlebag Liner Set.

    * Chrome Accessories: Light Bar, Spotlight Visors, Backrest with Pad (two styles: Tall and Low), Backrest Trim (two styles: Tall and Low), Rear Carrier, Passenger Grabrails, Radiator Guard, Allen-Bolt Inserts (three sizes: 5mm, 6mm and 8mm), Driveshaft Cover.

    * Billet Accessories: Master-Cylinder Cap (four styles: Fluted, V Design, Neo-Retro and Chrome), Swingarm Pivot Cover Set, License-Plate Frame (three styles: Fluted, V Design and Neo-Retro).

    * Additional Accessories: Digital Audio System, Cycle Cover.

(Accessory availability and specifications subject to change without notice.) 

Source: Honda

2009 Honda CBR1000RR ABS TOTAL REVIEW

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The CBR1000RR is the lightest, most compact, and best performing motorcycle in its class, making it the standard against which all other literbikes are measured. And for 2009, it’s available with Honda’s high-tech electronically controlled Combined ABS for the ultimate in sport bike braking performance.

When the all-new CBR1000RR debuted last year, it represented the pinnacle of literbike performance. Brimming with MotoGP-bred DNA, it was simply the best, most innovative open-class sportbike we’d ever built. Well, guess what? This year it gets even better with the introduction of Combined Anti-Lock Braking, Honda’s latest groundbreaking performance option and the first-ever ABS system on a production supersport machine. Just think: standard-setting power and handling proven on both the track and street, eye-catching styling, and now the most advanced braking system in sportbiking. Calling the CBR1000RR a superbike almost doesn’t do it justice.

It’s a Honda. That’s All You’ll Ever Need to Know

Honda has always dedicated itself to one goal—industry-leading technical innovation that delivers standard-setting performance—and nowhere is that objective more evident than in the 1000cc supersport class. Incredible power-to-weight numbers team up with impeccable handling to create a package that’s equally at home carving your favorite canyon as it is collecting wins on the World Superbike podium. That’s the CBR1000RR. No bike does it better.

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      * CBR1000RR ABS equipped with patented, electronically controlled Combined ABS, delivering the benefits of Combined Braking System (CBS) and the benefits of Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). (see Technology Section).

    * CBR1000RR ABS features higher output ACG with oil jet hole for improved cooling, higher capacity battery and distinctive silver seat rails.

    * Exciting new colors: CBR1000RR - Repsol Edition, Pearl White / Light Silver Metallic, Black: CBR1000RR ABS - Red / Black

Unique Features

    * Dual Stage Fuel Injection System (PGM-DSFI) features two injectors per cylinder (see Technology Section).

    * Idle-Air Control Valve (IACV) and Ignition Interrupt Control for idle stability and smoother on/off throttle response.

    * Low-mount exhaust system design.

    * Patented slipper clutch features cam mechanism to reduce clutch-lever pull.

    * MotoGP-derived Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) (see Technology Section).

    * 43mm Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) inverted front fork (see Technology Section).

    * Exclusive, MotoGP-derived Unit Pro-Link® Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).

    * Radial-mount front brake calipers combined with radial-actuated master cylinder.

    * Centrally located fuel tank increases mass centralization for a more compact frame design.

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Engine/Drivetrain

    * Compact, liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve 999cc four-stroke inline four-cylinder engine features bore and stroke dimensions of 76mm x 55.1mm.

    * Removable cylinder block with Nikasil-coated cylinders.

    * Sixteen-valve cylinder head features 30.5mm intake and 24mm exhaust valves with a 12.3:1 compression ratio for efficient combustion and high horsepower.

    * Larger titanium intake valves create a lighter valve train and feature double-spring design for optimum performance at high rpm.

    * Intake ports use latest shot-peening technology that improves power and torque characteristics.

    * Cam-pulser location between the middle cylinders allows a narrower cylinder head and frame.

    * Direct shim-under-bucket valve actuation system ensures high-rpm durability and allows 16,000-mile valve maintenance intervals.

    * Forged-aluminum thin-domed, high-strength pistons feature molybdenum coating for reduced friction.

    * Lightweight nutless connecting rods.

    * Iridium-tip spark plugs improve fuel combustion and performance.

    * Dual Stage Fuel Injection (DSFI) (see Technology Section).

    * 46mm throttle bodies feature Denso injectors with lightweight valving for faster reaction time and 12 holes per injector to optimize mixture atomization, combustion efficiency and power.

    * Auto-enriching system is integrated into Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) module, eliminating the need for a manual choke.

    * Idle Air Control Valve (IACV) minimizes torque reaction and smoothes response to small throttle changes through gradual reductions of air and fuel intake when the throttle is opened and closed.

    * Ignition Interrupt Control system works with IACV and FI mapping to enhance driveability.

    * Smaller and lighter ECU provides two 3-D fuel-injection maps for each cylinder and two 3-D ignition maps for cylinder pairs, creating ideal fuel mixture and spark-advance settings for superb rideability.

    * MotoGP-derived twin-tunnel ram-air system allows a high volume of cooler air to the 9.7-liter airbox for linear power delivery and incredible engine performance.

    * Butterfly valves inside the ram-air ducts open and close depending on throttle opening and engine rpm for optimum performance.

    * Compact, low-mount exhaust system design reduces rear bodywork size and incorporates exhaust valve and catalyst, contributing to significantly improved mass centralization, and reducing roll and yaw inertia.

    * High-capacity radiator incorporates twin cooling fans and allows a more compact cowl for reduced drag coefficient.

    * Maintenance-free automatic cam-chain tensioner.

    * Starter gears located on the right side to produce narrow engine that allows for increased lean angle.

    * Patented slipper-clutch design uses a center cam-assist mechanism for easier actuation. Unlike an ordinary slipper clutch where the pressure plate moves from side to side, the Honda clutch moves both the center cam assist and the pressure plate to provide additional slipper effect.

    * Nine-plate clutch is compact and tough, featuring durable friction plate material.

    * Durable #530 O-ring-sealed drive chain.

Chassis/Suspension

    * Lightweight four-piece Fine Die-Cast twin-spar aluminum frame utilizes latest MotoGP technology (see Technology Section).

    * Aluminum subframe is lightweight and easily removed for ease of maintenance.

    * MotoGP-derived, next-generation Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) (see Technology Section).

    * 43mm inverted aluminum-slider Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) cartridge front fork features spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability, and offers precise action and unparalleled rigidity (see Technology Section).

    * Exclusive, MotoGP-derived Unit Pro-Link Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).

    * Radial-mounted monoblock four-piston front calipers feature chromium-plated aluminum pistons and squeeze lightweight 320mm floating discs in front and a 220mm rear disc with a single-piston caliper for exceptional stopping power.

    * CBR1000RR ABS features Honda’s electronic Combined ABS. This all-new ECU-controlled, hydraulically actuated system provides accurate braking force distribution to both wheels. ABS is controlled by a hydroelectronic unit and stroke simulator to ensure precise operation. Benefits include consistent lever pressure without the pulsing often associated with ABS systems. Application of rear brake does not result in immediate front brake activation unless lock-up is sensed, allowing an experienced rider to use rear brake in a normal manner during spirited riding. Combined ABS components are smaller and lighter than conventional hydraulic ABS designs, and have been located nearer to the center of the machine, enhancing mass centralization and reducing unsprung weight.

    * Super-light aluminum-alloy hollow-spoke wheels feature race-spec 3.5 x 17-inch front and 6.0 x 17-inch rear dimensions.

    * Centrally mounted 4.7-gallon fuel tank is positioned low in the frame, increasing mass centralization and allowing a more compact design. This design positions the rider farther forward for optimum handling.

Additional Features

    * Iconic Honda Wing tank badge.

    * Lightweight aluminum sidestand.

    * Handlebars are repositioned forward for excellent ergonomics.

    * High-capacity 400-watt AC generator (non-Combined ABS model).

    * High-tech instrument display features tachometer and LCD readouts for speedometer, coolant temperature, odometer, two tripmeters, clock, mpg, average fuel consumption and reserve fuel used.. A low-fuel LED light and shift-indicator light are located above the LCD.

    * Line-beam headlight features two-piece reflector design utilizing two H7 bulbs for optimum light distribution and unique compact design.

    * LED taillights for lighter weight and improved appearance.

    * Front turn signals integrated into folding aerodynamic mirrors.

    * Plastic tank shell cover protects tank and airbox.

    * Convenient ignition switch/fork lock for added security.

    * Convenient push-to-cancel turn-signal switch.

    * Maintenance-free high-capacity battery.

    * Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

    * Purchase of a new, previously unregistered Honda USA-certified unit by an individual retail user in the United States qualifies the owner for a one-year complimentary membership in the Honda Rider’s Club of America® (HRCA®). Visit www.hrca.honda.com for details.

Honda Genuine Accessories

    * Color-Matched Passenger Seat Cowl.

    * CBR® Racing Cycle Cover. (for indoor use)

    * Carbon-Fiber Accents.

    * Outdoor cycle cover.

    * “E - Cushion” seat for greater comfort.

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2009 Honda DN-01

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It’s like nothing you’ve ever seen on two wheels. And for good reason: Honda’s stunning new DN-01 is in a class of its own—the world’s first crossover bike. Its styling and seating position alone set it completely apart, showing influence from the world of our sportbikes, sport touring machines, and cruisers. But underneath that bodywork the DN-01 is even more revolutionary, offering Honda’s radical new HFT Transmission. Yes, it’s an automatic—but an automatic unlike anything you’ve ever seen. You can shift it into six preset ratios, or you can let it function as a stepless, no-shifting Continuously Variable Transmission, or CVT. The DN-01 is a perfect choice if you’re looking to get into motorcycling, if you’re a long-time rider who wants to be on the most cutting-edge bike out there, or if you’re just looking for something completely different. This bike is going to turn heads like no other in 2009.

A machine only Honda can build

The DN-01’s extraordinary HFT transmission is, of course, one of the first things you’ll notice about this bike. But there’s much, much more. Underneath all that sculpted bodywork beats a 680cc v-twin engine with a broad powerband and plenty of torque. And the DN-01’s brakes are unique too. We’re offering a machine with Combined ABS, a system which links both front and rear brakes and includes our proven Anti-lock Brake System. The DN-01 offers a combination of features unique in the motorcycling world, and which point to the future. And that’s exactly what you’d expect when you choose a Honda.

680cc V-Twin Engine

Famous for their low-revving torque and wide powerbands, Honda's v-twins are a great choice for just about every rider.

Shaft final drive eliminates chain maintenance.

Combined Braking System

Rear brake is controlled by a wide foot pedal, while front brake is a conventional bar-mounted lever.

Both front and rear are linked to provide optimal braking force to both wheels.

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) helps maintain braking confidence under less than ideal conditions.

Motorcycle Ergonomics—Reinvented.

With a low center of gravity, low seat height and long, 63.4-inch wheelbase, it’s a handling dream in almost any situation.

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Honda's profilation of this bike

Honda´s stunning new DN-01 is in a class of its own—the world´s first crossover bike. Styled like a sportbike, but offering Honda´s radical new HFT Transmission, it´s an automatic unlike anything you´ve ever seen.

General information
Model:	Honda DN-01
Year:	2009
Category:	Custom / cruiser
Rating:	65.7 out of 100.
Engine and transmission
Displacement:	680.00 ccm (41.49 cubic inches)
Engine type:	V2
Stroke:	4
Compression:	10.0:1
Bore x stroke:	81.0 x 66.0 mm (3.2 x 2.6 inches)
Fuel system:	Injection. PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit, 40mm throttle bodies and 12-hole injectors
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel control:	SOHC
Ignition:	Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Starter:	Electric
Cooling system:	Liquid
Gearbox:	Automatic
Transmission type final drive:	Shaft drive (cardan)
Physical measures
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc:	269.9 kg (595.0 pounds)
Seat height:	691 mm (27.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase:	1,605 mm (63.2 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Rake (fork angle):	28.5°
Trail:	114 mm (4.5 inches)
Front suspension:	41mm telescopic fork
Front suspensiontravel:	107 mm (4.2 inches)
Rear suspension:	Pro Arm single-side swingarm with single shock, seven-position spring preload adjustability
Rear suspension travel:	119 mm (4.7 inches)
Front tyre dimensions:	130/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions:	190/50-ZR17
Front brakes:	Double disc
Front brakes diameter:	296 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear brakes:	Single disc
Rear brakes diameter:	276 mm (10.9 inches)
Speed and acceleration
Other specifications
Fuel capacity:	15.14 litres (4.00 gallons)
Color options:	Candy Dark Red, Black
Comments:	HFT continuously variable, hydromechanical two-mode automatic with six-speed manual mode. Model ID: NSA700A.

Honda CBR 600RR ABS

• Honda CBR 600RR ABS

The 2009 CBR600RR, and like new Fireblade, the big news on the 600 is ABS. the Honda’s new 600RR will be available with electronically controlled anti-lock brakes as an option. Honda’s C-ABS not only prevents wheel lockups under very hard braking, but also modulates brake force between the front and rear wheels, and is probably a big advance in safety for sportsbike riders.

Other changes on the 2009 Honda CBR600RR include an engine that’s been fettled for better low-rpm power delivery, radial-mount monoblock brake calipers at the front, minor changes to the fairing for a reduction in wind noise and for better high-speed stability, and new paintjobs. Power output stands at 120bhp and the new 600RR weighs in at 184 kilos, so performance should be quite nice…

Honda factory accessories for the 2009 CBR600RR include a tinted bubble screen, rear seat cowl, various carbonfibre bits, and anti-theft alarm. Again, like withthe 2009 Fireblade, not much seems to have changed on the new 600RR, but we still expect it to be the best 600cc supersports machine in the market in 2009…

Features

NEW FOR 2009

- Increased mid-range power.

- New bodywork for a sleek, race-ready look.

- New lightweight turn signals.

- Radial-mounted monoblock four-piston front calipers.

- CBR600RR ABS equipped with patented, electronically controlled Combined ABS, delivering the benefits of Combined Braking System (CBS) and the benefits of Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).

- Exciting new colors: Red/Black, Black/Bright Green Metallic, Metallic Black, Phoenix, Pearl White/Pearl Blue/Red (2009 special color†).

UNIQUE FEATURES

- Exclusive, MotoGP-derived Unit Pro-Link® Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).

- Dual Stage Fuel Injection System (PGM-DSFI) features two injectors per cylinder (see Technology Section).

- MotoGP-derived Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) (see Technology Section).

- High-revving engine redlines at 15,000 rpm.

- MotoGP-style center-up exhaust system.

- 41mm Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) inverted front fork (see Technology Section).

- Centrally located fuel tank increases mass centralization for a more compact frame design.

- Line-beam headlights feature three-piece multi -reflector design.

Make Model-Honda CBR 600RR ABS

Year-2009

Engine-Liquid cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.

Capacity-599

Bore x Stroke 67 x 42.5 mm

Compression Ratio 12.2:1

Induction

PGM-DSFi fuel-injection with four 40mm throttle bodies.

Ignition  /  Starting

Computer-controlled digital transistorized with

electronic advance and independent four-cylinder 3D-mapped computer control.    /  electric

Clutch Cable-operated multiplate wet clutch.

Max Power-118 hp  88.1 KW @ 13500 rpm

Max Torque-66 Nm @ 11250 rpm

Transmission  /  Drive - 6 Speed  /  chain

Front Suspension-41mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability, 120mm wheel travel

Rear Suspension-Unit Pro-Link HMAS single shock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability, 129.5mm wheel travel

Front Brakes-2x 310mm discs 4 piston calipers

Rear Brakes-Single 220mm disc 1 piston caliper

Front Tyre-120/70 ZR17

Rear Tyre- 180/55 ZR17

Seat Height-820 mm

Dry-Weight-156.5 kg

Fuel Capacity-18.2 Litres

ENGINE / DRIVETRAIN

- Liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve 599cc four-stroke inline four-cylinder engine features oversquare bore and stroke of 67mm x 42.5mm.

- Idle-Air Control Valve (IACV) minimizes torque reaction and smoothes response to small throttle changes through gradual reductions of air and fuel intake.

- Oil jets located beneath the pistons for extra friction reduction and cooling.

- Iridium-tip spark plugs improve fuel combustion and performance.

- Non-resonance knock sensor maintains optimum spark advance while constantly monitoring combustion performance during mid- to high-rpm operation.

- Nose-mounted, two-stage ram-air system provides high volume of cool air to the airbox for linear power delivery and incredible engine performance.

- Lightweight magnesium head cover.

- Cylinder head features angled valve insets to improve airflow.

- Cylinder head features two springs per intake valve and one spring per exhaust valve for optimum high-rpm valve operation and durability.

- Direct shim-under-bucket valve actuation ensures high-rpm performance and durability with 16,000-mile maintenance intervals.

- Lightweight, forged-aluminum pistons incorporate special shot peening for added strength.

- Nutless connecting rods contribute to reduced weight and quicker acceleration.

- Light neodymium magnet ACG.

- Lightweight stainless-steel four-into-one exhaust features inline-exhaust valve to control exhaust pressure for increased performance.

- Double-pivot tensioner for cam-chain durability.

- Smooth-shifting close-ratio six-speed transmission with ratios closely matched to the engine’s powerband.

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION

- Hollow Fine Die-Cast (DC) frame uses four large castings for ultra light weight (see Technology Section).

- Light aluminum steering stem.

- 41mm inverted HMAS cartridge front fork features spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability for precise suspension tuning (see Technology Section).

- Exclusive, MotoGP-derived Unit Pro-Link Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).

- Radial-mounted monoblock four-piston front calipers feature chromium-plated aluminum pistons and squeeze lightweight 310mm floating discs in front and a 220mm rear disc with a single-piston caliper for exceptional stopping power.

- Vertical-piston master-cylinder system produces superior leverage ratio at the front brake lever for higher braking efficiency, excellent feel, and controllability. This layout permits the use of a longer brake lever, which means more braking force with less effort from the rider.

- CBR600RR ABS features Honda’s electronic Combined ABS. This all-new ECM-controlled, hydraulically actuated system provides accurate braking force distribution to both wheels. ABS is controlled by a hydro-electronic unit and stroke simulator to ensure precise operation. Benefits include consistent lever pressure without the pulsing often associated with ABS systems. Application of rear brake does not result in immediate front brake activation unless lock-up is sensed, allowing an experienced rider to use rear brake in a normal manner during spirited riding. Combined ABS components are smaller and lighter than conventional hydraulic ABS designs, and have been located closer to the center of the machine, enhancing mass centralization and reducing unsprung weight.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

- Industry-leading ergonomic design features maximum rider comfort for minimum fatigue in all riding conditions.

- Centrally mounted 4.8-gallon fuel tank is positioned low in the frame, increasing mass centralization and allowing a more compact design.

- Plastic tank shell cover protects tank and airbox.

- Line-beam headlights feature three-piece multi - reflector design utilizing two H7 bulbs for optimum light distribution and a unique compact design.

- Instrumentation is very compact and features LCD panel with tachometer, odometer, twin tripmeters, speedometer, fuel gauge and clock.

- Attractive, hollow-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels feature race-spec 3.5 x 17.0-inch front and 5.5 x 17.0-inch rear dimensions.

- One-piece fan assembly for maximum cooling efficiency.

- Maintenance-free battery.

- Compact rear-cowl storage compartment for U-type locking devices under the passenger seat (lock not included).

- Pivoting, aerodynamic mirrors.

- Integrated ignition-switch/fork lock for added security.

- Convenient push-to-cancel turn-signal switch.

- Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

- Purchase of a new, previously unregistered Honda USA–certified unit by an individual retail user in the United States qualifies the owner for a one-year complimentary membership in the Honda Rider’s Club of America® (HRCA®). Visit www.hrca.honda.com for details.

HONDA GENUINE ACCESSORIES

- Color-Matched Passenger Seat Cowl.

- U-Lock.

- CBR® Racing Cycle Cover (indoors).

- Carbon-Fiber Accents.