Honda NC700S: the Civic of motorcycles

If the NC700X is the CR-V of motorcycles, this is the Civic it and the Integra share a platform with. It’s a no-frills everyday bike that’s cheap to buy and cheap to own. It uses the same 670cc engine, steel … Continued

Honda NC700X: the CR-V of motorcycles

Dig the comfortable ergos and rugged styling of ADV bikes, but do most of your riding in town where comfort, affordability and fuel economy count the most? The Honda NC700X shares its powertrain and frame with the Integra maxi-scoot and … Continued

A canyon a day…

You hear them, on Sundays, before you see them. Stomp Grip, frame sliders, DOT race tires and open exhausts. Locked away six days a week while their riders suffer through workaday routines in ties and SUVs. Purpose built race bikes … Continued

Video: Honda’s 2nd gen DCT explained

First employed on the VFR1200 last year, Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission is already on its second generation of evolution, as fitted to the Integra maxi-scooter and a forthcoming naked and ADV bikes based on the same platform. Here, Honda provides … Continued

A motorcycle, a scooter or both?

What the hell is this new Honda Integra anyways? It’s feet-forward, doesn’t have foot controls, has room for a 3/4 helmet under the seat and is twist-and-go, just like a scooter. But, that transmission isn’t a CVT, it’s a dual-clutch … Continued

This Ducati is made in Thailand

Back in March, Ducati boss Claudio Domenicali announced aggressive expansion plans that would increase the brand’s worldwide sales from 40 to 60,000 unit a year. To achieve that goal, Ducati planned to open up developing markets with two new factories. … Continued