Tears of the first tricolor color!Honda announces the 30th anniversary commemorative car and other new model announcements of the new "CBR1000RR-R Fire Blade"

■ Announcement of the exhibition outline of the Italian Milano Show

Honda will be held on November 23 in Milan, Italy (Milan Show Pres Day: November 23-24, Public Public: November 25-28) for Europe 2022 models.We announced a two -wheeled lineup.

Among them, there is a special specification commemorating the 30th anniversary of the series in the 2022 new model of the super sports "CBR1000RR-R Fire Blade".The color reminiscent of the tricolor color adopted by the first model is a tearful finish for fans who know the time.

In addition, the show is full of attention models, such as the new scooter "ADV350" and the tourer model "NT1100".Let's introduce the outline immediately.

Honda's proud super sport "CBR1000RR-R Fire Blade/SP".

The current model, which appeared by the full model change in 2020, is equipped with a 999cc and inline 4 -cylinder engine that has injecting the know -how of the world's highest two -wheeled race MotoGP and demonstrating 218ps power.

The side cowl is a model with high power performance and excellent cornering characteristics, such as adopting three left and right wings reminiscent of a MotoGP machine.

The lineup includes a standard specification that uses 4 -pot carriers made of Nissin for brakes and an advanced grade SP equipped with Orleans suspension.

Originally, the first model of this model appeared in 1992 under the name of "CBR900RR Fire Blade".The engine displacement is 893cc and the maximum output is 124ps.Although it was not so high power compared to the same class machine at that time, it matched with the lightest in the class, which is 185 kg, the lightest in the class.

By the way, the fire blade at that time was a model exclusively for overseas such as Europe and North America.In Japan, only reimported cars were available.Therefore, in the early days of the model, there were not many opportunities to see it in Japan, but in 1996, a large motorcycle license could be obtained at the driving school, so a reimported car boom occurred in Japan, and one of the focusing models.Will be.

In fact, I also owned the 1998 model, which increased the displacement to 918cc, increased the maximum output to 130ps, and reduced the weight of the vehicle to 180 kg.That agile running is a pleasure.When the accelerator was opened on a highway, etc., the feeling of a 16 -inch front tire floating was irresistible.

The "CBR1000RR-R Fire Blade SP30TH Anniversary" that appears in this Milan Show is a special specification with a graphic that reminds you of the tricolor color adopted in the first model of such a long-selling fire blade series.

The white x red x x blue tricolor may be a color that was often used in Honda's racing machines, so fans who know the time will not only be nostalgic but also feel uplifting.

In addition, the 2022 model CBR1000RR-R Fire Blade is more aged, such as changing the output characteristics of the engine medium speed range.In addition, the SP of the advanced model has some updates, such as optimizing the control of the quick shifter that can change the shift without operating the clutch lever.

The "ADV350" is a new model that Honda newly launches into a mid -size scooter market such as Europe.The form that combines the style of the adventure model and the sophistication of the city scooter in a high dimension is the same as the 750cc scooter "X-ADV".

The engine is equipped with a 330cc / DOHC4 valve low -fuel consumption "ESP+", and is equipped with "Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)" that allows you to select a driving power level to the rear wheels.

In addition, the trunk under the seat can be stored with two full -face helmets, and a USB socket in the glove box.If the key is carried in a pocket, etc., it is a "Honda smart key system" that can be on / off and handle locking, which is also high in practicality.

In addition, the height of the screen can be adjusted, and the LCD meter is also equipped with the Honda Smartphone Voice Control System (HSVCS).If you link your smartphone and motorcycle with Bluetooth, you can operate a smartphone map or music app with a rider's sound and a rider's audio through a blutetous headset.

The "NT1100" is a new type of on -road tserer that combines a light sports model and a comfortable tourer model.

The maximum output is 74kw (100) for the engine.6ps) / Maximum torque 104nm (10).A 4-stroke OHC (Unicam) 4-valve in-line 2-cylinder, which demonstrates 6kgf-m), is used.It is mounted on steel semi -double cradle frame to achieve sharp maneuverability.

The suspension uses a front fork with a shower made of Showa, and a single rear shock is used for the rear.Matching with advanced electronic control systems such as "Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC)" equipped with rear wheel slip control and wheelie -alleviation control, it realizes a comfortable and sporty run.

Furthermore, comfortable equipment is substantial.It is also worth paying attention to touring, such as a wind screen that can adjust the height of 5 steps, a wind fractor on the left, right, left and right in front of the rider.

In addition, customization of display is possible 6.A 5 -inch touch panel type TFT full -color LCD meter is used.It also supports Apple Carp Play / Android Auto, and can cooperate with smartphones.

HORNET is originally a series name of Honda naked model.With the 250cc model that appeared in 1996, 600cc and 900cc models were also made, and it has gained popularity overseas, but has now disappeared from the lineup.

"The Hornet" is a concept model that revived its name.Although the details have not been clear yet, according to Honda, it is said to be an outstanding operability and state -of -the -art street fighter style, in addition to powerful, compact and easy to handle.

In this Milan Show, in the Honda booth, it is said that a preview of the Hornet history and the future will be developed using projection mapping with three -dimensional images and audio.

Of the models introduced this time, the new CBR1000RR-R Fire Blade/SP, CBR1000RR-R Fire Blade SP30TH Anniversary, and NT110 are also planned to be sold domestically.I can't wait for the appearance.

(Sentence: Naoki Hiratsuka)