Sal Paradise
Hooligan
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/16/a...k-from-honda-in-touch-with-economics.html?hpw
NO one would blame you for interpreting Honda’s introduction of the 2012 NC700X as an attempt to bring some sanity back to motorcycling.
Specifications
Model: NC700X / NC700X with Automatic Dual Clutch Transmission and Combined ABS
Engine Type: 670cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin
Bore and Stroke: 73mm x 80mm
Compression ratio: 10.7:1
Valve Train: SOHC; four valves per cylinder
Induction: PGM-FI with 36mm throttle body
Ignition: Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Transmission: Six-speed / Automatic six-speed with two modes and a manual mode
Final Drive: Chain
Suspension
Front: 41mm fork; 6.0 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Linkš single shock with spring preload adjustability; 5.9 inches travel
Brakes
Front: Single 320mm disc with two-piston caliper / Single 320mm disc with three-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc with single-piston caliper / Single 240mm disc with single-piston caliper; Combined ABS
Tires
Front: 120/70ZR17 radial
Rear: 160/60ZR17 radial
Wheelbase: 60.6 inches
Rake (Caster angle): 27.0¡
Trail: 110.0mm (4.3 inches)
Seat Height: 32.7 inches
Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gallons
Estimated Fuel Economy**: TBD
Color: Light Silver Metallic
Curb Weight*: 472 pounds / 505 pounds
*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuelÑready to ride.
Comment -This bike appeals to me on several levels.70 MPG/ 240 mile range seems more reasonable to me than the 38 MPG/120 mile range of my Bonny. Not sure how it compares to the Bonneville specifications or to the Tiger 800, but - I like this direction in motorcycles. Sanity.
NO one would blame you for interpreting Honda’s introduction of the 2012 NC700X as an attempt to bring some sanity back to motorcycling.
Specifications
Model: NC700X / NC700X with Automatic Dual Clutch Transmission and Combined ABS
Engine Type: 670cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin
Bore and Stroke: 73mm x 80mm
Compression ratio: 10.7:1
Valve Train: SOHC; four valves per cylinder
Induction: PGM-FI with 36mm throttle body
Ignition: Digital transistorized with electronic advance
Transmission: Six-speed / Automatic six-speed with two modes and a manual mode
Final Drive: Chain
Suspension
Front: 41mm fork; 6.0 inches travel
Rear: Pro-Linkš single shock with spring preload adjustability; 5.9 inches travel
Brakes
Front: Single 320mm disc with two-piston caliper / Single 320mm disc with three-piston caliper
Rear: Single 240mm disc with single-piston caliper / Single 240mm disc with single-piston caliper; Combined ABS
Tires
Front: 120/70ZR17 radial
Rear: 160/60ZR17 radial
Wheelbase: 60.6 inches
Rake (Caster angle): 27.0¡
Trail: 110.0mm (4.3 inches)
Seat Height: 32.7 inches
Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gallons
Estimated Fuel Economy**: TBD
Color: Light Silver Metallic
Curb Weight*: 472 pounds / 505 pounds
*Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuelÑready to ride.
Comment -This bike appeals to me on several levels.70 MPG/ 240 mile range seems more reasonable to me than the 38 MPG/120 mile range of my Bonny. Not sure how it compares to the Bonneville specifications or to the Tiger 800, but - I like this direction in motorcycles. Sanity.
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