Honda prepares a "bigger" range than the NC700 for 2013

Following the great success and warm reception of Honda’s NC700 range, in its Integra, S and X versions, the golden-wing brand is working on a new range that, as its main feature, will be a little bigger than the NC700. That is, they are developing a range with a larger “size” than the current one, which will be produced at the Kumamoto factory.

Honda’s own CEO, Takanobu Ito, has announced that the Japanese brand is working on a continuation of the NC700 Series for 2013. This new range would be designed, mainly and just like the NC700s, for those who use motorcycles for everyday life and who, from time to time, enjoy riding a good number of kilometers through the mountains. Fuel consumption would be minimal, as would maintenance. Another of Honda’s goals is for them to be easy-to-ride motorcycles, made for beginners.

It is not known what engine capacity the new range will have, nor whether it will have a new chassis or use the one already developed for the NC700s. Furthermore, it is unknown which models there will be, although initially it is speculated that they will follow the path of the X, S and Integra. Some websites, such as Asphalt & Rubber, believe these models could use a hybrid propulsion system, something very unfamiliar to our sector until now.

The only thing that is clear is that Honda will not take long to offer us, at least, an appetizer about this; and that the USA will be the country where Honda plans to place greater emphasis on its new product.

Takanobu Ito

In the large motorcycle segment, following the new Mid Series, Honda will present a series of large-size models with a new concept, allowing customers to easily enjoy commuting every day and taking rides on weekends. This new elegant series will be equipped with higher engine torque, a low seat height that increases ease of handling, and comfortable riding with high stability in maneuvers. Production of the first model in this new series will begin in February 2013 at the Kumamoto factory, and sales will start in North America.

Via | Motoblog.it

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