TenereStreets
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Hopefully this comes to the States. Too bad no shaft drive...
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New Honda 2022 NT1100 Model
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WJBertrand
Ventura Highway
Agree, shaft drive would make it much more appealing. The other sad bit is that the appearance of this bike probably means an updated Honda ST will never happen. Something I’ve hoped Honda was secretly working on.
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Longdog Cymru
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I like it, the price is right and it comes with luggage and centre stand as stock.
tntmo
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I'm guessing it's engine is based off the Africa Twin, just like the Rebel 1100 or whatever? Honda is getting into using the same engine in many different configurations.
At first glance, I presumed this to be the ST 1300's replacement. But, no shaft drive? On a touring bike? WTF. With the shrinkage of the current 'Wing, it reminds me of the ST 1300 from the front. (never understood why they didn't name/market it as the Silver Wing)
I was told that the ST1300 was dropped because Honda believed adventure bikes were the future. So, I couldn't figure out why they turned the ST13 into a weird copy of a Road Glide.
They mind as well use one engine for everything. Makes production costs lower.
TenereStreets
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Link to Honda UK product page: https://www.honda.co.uk/motorcycles/range/touring/nt1100/overview.html
Longdog Cymru
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Sierra, Honda used the Silver Wing name in U.K. and Europe but not for the ST1300
HONDA SILVER WING 600 (2001-on) Review, Specs & Prices | MCN
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scott123007
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The VFR was a V4 with DCT, but poor mileage, lackluster sales, and Euro 5 compatibility expense, sent it to the crusher.
No cruise control
Yes, I know. That's what I meant though, I didn't understand why they didn't use it for the ST13.
And, they say it's a touring bike.
tntmo
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The Silver Wing scooter was sold here in the States as well.
It does seem odd that this is the Honda sport touring offering but no shaft drive, no cruise, etc. Maybe if it's selling at a lower price that will bring in people?
skoron
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I have often wondered what Yamaha is planning for the future. Likely killing the FJR1300. Likely killing the S10. It would be nice to see something similar to the NT but with an updated Super Ten engine and shaft. Basically a bigger Tracer 9 GT. What would be even better would be added a dirtier version for those guys that want to single lane such as T9 Tenere with the triple.
Longdog Cymru
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Really? That is a surprise! I was sure it has cruise control operated by a button on the RHS switchgear? I think it is a massive over-sight by Honda if it doesn’t because with ride-by-wire throttle, it is so easy to incorporate and in this Honda Europe press release, it clearly states that cruise control is standard.
2022 HONDA NT1100
A new breed of Honda tourer makes its debut. Taking the heart of the CRF1100L Africa Twin as a starting point, the NT1100 builds on the platform to offer comfortable, agile, enjoyable performance. A low seat height and sharp steering geometry combine with high specification suspension to create...
Sorry dude i was referring to the 1200 Crosstourer or whatever that tank of a bike is called.Really? That is a surprise! I was sure it has cruise control operated by a button on the RHS switchgear? I think it is a massive over-sight by Honda if it doesn’t because with ride-by-wire throttle, it is so easy to incorporate and in this Honda Europe press release, it clearly states that cruise control is standard.
2022 HONDA NT1100
A new breed of Honda tourer makes its debut. Taking the heart of the CRF1100L Africa Twin as a starting point, the NT1100 builds on the platform to offer comfortable, agile, enjoyable performance. A low seat height and sharp steering geometry combine with high specification suspension to create...hondanews.eu
WJBertrand
Ventura Highway
There was also the CX650 based (called the GL650) Guzzi-like v-twin tourer that first used the Silver Wing name back in the ‘80s I think.
artemedes
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I owned an NT700 between 2010 and 2015. It was a great bike for what it was (and underrated). It was my first "touring" bike and an upgrade from my first street legal bike - TU250x. It was an relative affordable way to get into motorcycling touring.
As a previous NT700 owner and reading about the NT650 that preceded it, this just doesn't seem like an "NT" to me. I know things change and we now live in a world where an electric crossover SUV can be called a mustang, but to be an NT, it had to at least have a shaft drive. The two main reasons it appealed to people was price and shaft drive.
I also toured on a DR650 and a Tiger 800. Chain maintenance wasn't a big deal, but really loved that the NT and SuperT didn't have a chain. The price and lack of shaft drive means I probably will never consider buying one. If I am going back to a chain driven bike like that, I will go back to a Tiger (or something else).
As a previous NT700 owner and reading about the NT650 that preceded it, this just doesn't seem like an "NT" to me. I know things change and we now live in a world where an electric crossover SUV can be called a mustang, but to be an NT, it had to at least have a shaft drive. The two main reasons it appealed to people was price and shaft drive.
I also toured on a DR650 and a Tiger 800. Chain maintenance wasn't a big deal, but really loved that the NT and SuperT didn't have a chain. The price and lack of shaft drive means I probably will never consider buying one. If I am going back to a chain driven bike like that, I will go back to a Tiger (or something else).
The VFR1200X was available in 2 versions the DCT and a 6 speed manual. There were lots of good reviews on the bike and if I remember correctly it was listed as putting out 125 hp. I test rode one shortly after buying my S10 and was impressed.
Yes, yet another reason why the ST13 should have had the Silver Wing moniker. 650 + 650 = 1300.