Tpoppa Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Interesting choice for an inexpensive cruiser/bagger. Would you ride it? The standard CTX700N ($6999), and the CTX700 ($7799), the latter with a bikini fairing separating it from the naked variant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 I much prefer the look of the naked variant. However, for me personally if I'm getting a bagger I want a fairing with a stereo and speakers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swingset Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Feet forward design = fuck that.I guess when you're straddling 700 awesome CC's of Honda power, you need to be in the gynecological position.It'll sell like a hubcap tractor. I thought Honda was heading in the right direction, then they announce a whole bunch of variants of this goofy sport cruiser. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted February 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Seems like an 883 alternative. These will be sold worldwide. I doubt US sales will be very strong, but overall Honda will sell a ton of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YSR_Racer_99 Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 I like the front of the fairing version, but the back looks bargain basement. Can't exactly put my finger on it. It is a 700, though, so doesn't need to be too beefy. People have been screaming for inexpensive "in between" bikes with reasonable price tags for a long time. This may fit the bill. Will it turn out to be a chick bike? I like the burnt color, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted February 12, 2013 Report Share Posted February 12, 2013 Another turd from Honda. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollnhot Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 Like the NC better, the red one looks like a little baby Goldwing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdubyah Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 Nope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 Feet forward design = fuck that.I guess when you're straddling 700 awesome CC's of Honda power, you need to be in the gynecological position.It'll sell like a hubcap tractor. I thought Honda was heading in the right direction, then they announce a whole bunch of variants of this goofy sport cruiser.^^^This Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 13, 2013 Report Share Posted February 13, 2013 wait til Erik Buell sees that large diameter single front-brake disk and sues Honda for infringing upon his patent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedytriple Posted February 17, 2013 Report Share Posted February 17, 2013 When will honda learn? Is this a replacement for that scooter/bike hybrid they aborted a few years ago? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted February 17, 2013 Report Share Posted February 17, 2013 I like the naked version, looks less.....faggatious imo? I say the bagger variant almost a new version of the trusty old PC800, which never should have left Honda's lineup btw.wait til Erik Buell sees that large diameter single front-brake disk and sues Honda for infringing upon his patent.I dont believe this will happen. Buell's radial mount is at the rim, not the hub or mag. But it is similar to a degree, so apparently his design is catching on with the whole bigger/better theory......a good design to keep more heat at bay, and improved braking power Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted February 17, 2013 Report Share Posted February 17, 2013 I realize it's not a direct copy of the Buell, but I think it's similar enough for him to be pissed...The larger disk does help with heat transfer, but I believe the bigger benefit was supposed to be a reduction in unsprung mass in the front wheel. The single disk is lighter that two smaller ones, and the rim itself can be lighter because the hub doesn't need to be so beefy. The strength comes from the exterior of the rim rather than the interior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted February 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2013 The Buell brake rotor is mounted to the rim not the hub. Completely different Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted February 18, 2013 Report Share Posted February 18, 2013 I can see how this bike would be handy for light touring and commuting but America seems to either want a full-crouch race replica squid cannon or a big obnoxious chrome-dipped farkle-fest with an enormous displacement engine, open pipes and do-rag dispenser. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadyone Posted February 18, 2013 Report Share Posted February 18, 2013 I kinda dig the naked version. but id have to see some power from it first. would make a great chick bike it seems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted February 18, 2013 Report Share Posted February 18, 2013 I think they put out 60 some ponies stock...motor is tuned for smooth torque off idle, not top-end and they spool up and rev out fairly quick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revelstoker Posted February 19, 2013 Report Share Posted February 19, 2013 Not interested in that cruiser model but I do like the S version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8Rider6 Posted February 19, 2013 Report Share Posted February 19, 2013 I don't know about these, but the NC700X and NC700S I find interesting. They seem like affordable fun all-rounders with good features. The storage compartment where the fuel tank normally is being able to carry a full face helmet is pretty awesome. It's not an all out powerhouse, but it seems fast enough for overall use, having some fun and gets great mileage.If they had a version of it that had slightly more power, ~20-30hp I'd be a lot more tempted, but I might change my mind with a test ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YSR_Racer_99 Posted February 19, 2013 Report Share Posted February 19, 2013 If you like it, buy it. I've gotta say, they looked better in person (at Indy) than the photos, IMHO. My preference list seeing them live was totally different than my earlier response in this post. On another (but similar) note, folks were crowded around the new Goldwing bagger thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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