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Motorcycle R&D Center: Back to the Essence : Enjoyment On Wheels

Honda motorcycles have come to enjoy popularity around the world for the freedom, comfort and convenience they provide in personal transportation. Born of forward-thinking originality, these fine machines reflect R&D based on a deep commitment to customer satisfaction.
Firmly grounded in our traditional view of motorcycles as “enjoyment on wheels,” our research and development apply advanced technologies and cutting-edge facilities to develop dynamic new motorcycles that receive top marks for reliability and excitement. This process results in a wide range of products, from the largest multi-cylinder touring bikes to light, practical motorcycles for family uses such as commuting and shopping.

Image Rendering   Team Meeting : Frame Layout

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Team Meeting : Frame Layout

Acoustic Testing Cell

Acoustic Testing Cell

  Anechoic Chamber

Anechoic Chamber

Full-Scale Wind Tunnel

Full-Scale Wind Tunnel

  Engine Performance Testing Room

Engine Performance Testing Room

Riding Test (Winding Course)

Riding Test (Winding Course)

  Riding Test (Motocross Course)

Riding Test (Motocross Course)

Honda develops the New Mid Concept series models

Honda has developed a liquid-cooled, in-line 2-cylinder, 700cc OHC engine that is lightweight and compact and delivers lots of torque in the low and middle rpm ranges with a comforting throb.
Fuel economy achieves an approximate 40%* improvement over other sports models in its class. This would enable the use of a lower volume, more compact fuel tank that would still deliver ample riding range while creating space for large-capacity storage and freedom of design.Developed in parallel with the engine was a second-generation dual clutch transmission that has the same level of performance and transmission efficiency as its predecessor but is lightweight, compact and affordable. (*Honda calculations)

Honda develops Engine with Enhanced Durability, Quietness, and Fuel Economy for 125cc Scooters Equipped on Global Scooter Models.

The engine is developed for next-generation 125cc scooters and accommodates an advanced idling stop system for motorcycles. Smooth and remarkably quiet start has been realized through an electronically-controlled ACG starter, which serves as both a self-starter and a dynamo.
Furthermore, intellectual charge control improves fuel efficiency through the reduction of friction during power generation. Fuel economy is approximately 25%* better than that of conventional engines for scooters with the same displacement. (*Honda calculations)

 

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