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panda[cRx]
03-09-2008, 04:30 PM
it's a little different but i like it :D

although it would be interesting to see how it drives as it's AUTO

http://world.honda.com/Tokyo2005/dn01/image/photo/01.jpg
http://world.honda.com/Tokyo2005/dn01/image/photo/03.jpg
http://z.about.com/d/motorcycles/1/0/-/A/-/-/HondaDN-01rearShow.jpg
http://world.honda.com/Tokyo2005/dn01/image/photo/12.jpg


Honda’s Space Age DN-01 Hits Town.
With its astounding concept bike looks, long-and-low proportions, high-styled 17" wheels and powerful V-twin engine, Honda’s new DN-01 is most certainly a motorcycle that provides all the exhilarating riding enjoyment one would expect from the finest of its breed.
But with one major difference… it has no clutch!
Instead, the DN-01 introduces to motorcycling the most advanced fully automatic transmission ever developed for any two wheeled vehicle.
When the DN-01 first debuted at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, many thought it to be just another interesting concept bike that would disappear and be promptly forgotten. Its promise of strong performance delivered through an ‘infinitely variable HFT transmission’ seemed like another wild claim.
Little did people know that the long years of research and development that went into this model wouldcome to fruition in a motorcycle that would carry all the styling impact and technological advancements ofits initial concept, and still deliver on its promise of unparalleled riding enjoyment.




Features



Unprecedented organic ‘Performance Custom’ design.
Dynamic front cowl design integrates dual projector headlights.
Long-and-low proportions for relaxed riding position and luxurious riding ease.
Comfortable stepped seat, back-swept handlebars and wide foot boards.
Wide LCD instrument panel with multi-segment tachometer display and large digital speedometer.
Wide integrated LED taillight assembly.
Slim, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 680cm³ V-twin engine.
HFT features Drive, Sport and 6-speed Manual modes for wideranging performance potential.
Innovative HFT ‘lock-up’ system achieves more direct drive forstronger, sharper acceleration.
Switch-selectable mechanical Neutral for easier control when at stop.
Dual-chamber exhaust with catalyser system maintains exhaust emissions below EURO-3 regulated levels.
Smoothly responsive Combined-Antilock Brake System for confident braking control….and much more.

Feverpitched
03-09-2008, 04:58 PM
Looks like a Burgman ran up the ass of an R1...

Not a fan, but thumbs up to Honda for thinking outside the box :thumbsup:

panda[cRx]
03-09-2008, 05:01 PM
they look very nice in person, haven't taken one for a spin as i don't a bike licence anymore lol

S2kane
03-09-2008, 05:06 PM
Hey Panda where did you see one??

panda[cRx]
03-09-2008, 05:20 PM
honda bike dealers should have em, i saw the demo at travis motorcycles in mornington.
all reports from the guys that have actually ridden it is that it's great :thumbsup:

Feverpitched
03-09-2008, 06:15 PM
;1876724']they look very nice in person, haven't taken one for a spin as i don't a bike licence anymore lol

Oh I agree it looks good, but I don't like the thought of riding a glorified scooter... :p

And automatic gearboxes are for girly men :cool:

Bludger
03-09-2008, 06:34 PM
is it cvt or full auto?

SHOGUNOVDDRK
03-09-2008, 08:59 PM
wow that thing looks hot

S2kane
04-09-2008, 09:56 AM
Hey Panda.. i thought you might have dropped by my work for a second.. i didn't know any dealers had them yet.

The transmission on the is similar to cvt in a jazz, you can switch between two automatic modes and a manual shift as well.

lo0se3r
04-09-2008, 12:20 PM
OoOOo single sided pro-arm! i likey

krogoth
04-09-2008, 11:54 PM
yeh, bmw style

S2kane
05-09-2008, 09:13 AM
Whats BMW style?

panda[cRx]
05-09-2008, 09:54 AM
Hey Panda.. i thought you might have dropped by my work for a second..

which is where?

krogoth
05-09-2008, 09:59 AM
Whats BMW style?

the single arm on the back wheel

Feverpitched
05-09-2008, 10:41 AM
the single arm on the back wheel

Strange you say that, because while the single sided swing-arm is NOT BMW style, shaft drive is...

krogoth
05-09-2008, 10:46 AM
http://www.motorcycles.bmw.com.au/common_content/models/motorcycles/HP2_Sport/HP2_Sporto_gallery_4_L.jpg

not the clearest pic, but isnt that the same thing?

krogoth
05-09-2008, 10:50 AM
soz bike noob here, lol

Bludger
05-09-2008, 10:51 AM
Strange you say that, because while the single sided swing-arm is NOT BMW style, shaft drive is...Correct, Shaft drive is BMW style

the single arm on the back wheelMany manufacturers have single arm on the rear.

panda[cRx]
05-09-2008, 11:16 AM
Many manufacturers have single arm on the rear.

not a new thing for honda either

http://i.pbase.com/u9/genwin/large/1772591.DSC00032.jpg

S2kane
05-09-2008, 11:20 AM
;1879577']which is where?

Honda Australia.

We have a DNO1 at reception.

http://features.conceptcar.co.uk/motorcycle-design-awards-2003/honda-nr750-prototype-300.jpg

Honda was the first to bring out a production bike with a single side swingarm

the vfr's had them in the 80's.

krogoth
05-09-2008, 12:02 PM
^very interesting, gw honda

nvmee
06-09-2008, 03:07 PM
LOL if its an auto then its not a bike ahhaa

lo0se3r
06-09-2008, 10:19 PM
Yeh even my first bike a little nsr150sp had a proarm, looked madd, did honda actually come up with the single sided pro arm?

Nax
15-09-2008, 11:07 AM
looks kinda like they tried for a rune style design, but missed the mark a lil bit, still not too shabby of a bike tho not impressed with auto, i hate it in cars and i hate it in bikes

aaronng
15-09-2008, 11:35 AM
Shit, it has bigger rims than my car.....

Nax
15-09-2008, 11:56 AM
lol the rims are probably worth more then my car too

Nax
22-09-2008, 04:48 PM
saw one of these in person when i went to look at my new l bike. apparently they guy says theres an auto and a manual, but the manual is elec shift, so not really a proper manual:( still they are one sexy bike in person thats fo sho!

lo0se3r
22-09-2008, 06:54 PM
saw this in Melbourne, hmm, bot much to say about it, its got it pros and cons

Nax did you get the vtr?

Nax
23-09-2008, 09:04 AM
na i ended up getting the cbf250. its a thumper but i wanted to keep the whole pack (gear + bike + insurance) around the 7-8k mark cuz of my car package thro work (its around 7k), and im lookin at that much for the bike alone if i get a vtr (CBF doing the used thing) so i figure if im gonna upgrade ASAP not much point spending the extra 3k.

im soooo tempted to get the vtr cuz its so sexy and it gets A++ reviews, i just wouldnt be able to pay it off in a year and resell for cash in pocket when i go to upgrade

tho....the change over would prob be the same as a cbf resell....**** im confused lol

lo0se3r
23-09-2008, 12:34 PM
**** im confused!... i get what your getting at good bike that cbf a very good starting point. Post up some pics some time.

Nax
23-09-2008, 12:40 PM
ya im just not sure if i should get the slightly better bike for the year, even tho ide owe a bit on it on the trade in, it would probably work out very close to wat i would be getting in pocket for the cbf...ya know?

ill just ask the guy and let him figure it out lol

lo0se3r
23-09-2008, 01:07 PM
save it man, save all the pennies you got then in about 1 - 2 yrs up grade, you know your gonna do it!

Nax
23-09-2008, 01:38 PM
na ill be upgrading in a year for sure, i have enough money to go either way and still upgrade in a year im not worried about that, just worried about which is gonna be the smarter option, whether a trading on a cbf is gonna be around 3k in a year, or the tradin on the vtr - owing (about 3k i worked out) will be more then 3k in pocket.

vtr
+ better bike
+ looks better
+ better resale
- Costs more

cbf
+ costs less
- not as good looking
- not quite as good a bike
- less resale

Zdster
23-09-2008, 01:55 PM
Good stuff Nax - make sure you get some good gear as well (dont forget a backprotector etc).

Back on topic I read a review of someone who rode the DN (was just a rider who went instore to try it) and he really didnt like it - will try and find the link again to his review.

Nax
23-09-2008, 02:27 PM
thanks zdster, got a shmick stealth helmet (safe, better be for the price) gloves, pants, boots, and bike comes with free jacket, so im all set!

i wish more motorcycle companies would push the design mould more like the dn01, u see a beast every now and then but for the most part, designs havent erally changed in decades.