Every motorcycle manufacturer would like to sell more bikes. So Honda is going down a route to actively try and encourage novice riders into the motorcycle world with the launch of its Honda CTX700 range. But are low prices, automatic … Continued
Starting at just $6,999 and available with an optional Dual-Clutch transmission and ABS, the 2012 Honda NC700X is going to be an extremely practical entry-level all-rounder. That’s $1,300 cheaper than its nearest competitor, the 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 and $900 … Continued
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
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
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
Honda’s early dominance of the 2011 MotoGP season has been partially attributed to a secret new transmission that’s not a DCT, but somehow manages to shift as quickly as one. HRC has admitted the existence of the gearbox, but divulged … Continued
“Obviously HRC is not using anything illegal, but it’s true that we have something new on the transmission that currently allows for faster gear changes,” says HRC vice president Shuhei Nakamoto. “We are not talking about a DCT, but I … Continued