Honda CB1000R

T1, which was first introduced to the public in 1998, evokes a hot-rod or musclecar image. T2 features deep fenders and a low-slung tank, which hark back to the lowered and chopped roadsters of the 1940s and ’50s. T3, with its traditional flame paint job, and T4, wearing a 9-in.-wide Goodyear Eagle drag slick, take inspiration from pro drag bikes. All four motorcycles are based on the horizontally opposed six-cylinder Honda F6 engine, which powers the current Gold Wing and Valkyrie models. This is a significant departure from the gaggle of V-twin-powered cruiser concepts from other bike makers that have shown themselves lately.

Honda Concept Bike

Not every new idea will make it to the factory production line,” says a Honda source. “That’s not the purpose of these concept bikes. Instead, they are designed to be extreme exercises. Over time, some of these ideas will come to fruition.” Some already have. Many features that debuted on T1 can now be seen in the design of Honda’s 2002 VTX1800C production cruiser. Elements such as the VTX’s grabrail

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Honda engines are very popular amongst tuners. One reason is that there is a huge after market for Honda parts such as radiators, harness, engine mounts, etc. Basically any part that you can name there are various options available. The most popular Honda cars are the Honda Civic, Acura Integra, and Honda CRX/Del Sol. These cars were made with interchangeable parts that can be swap back and forth in between models.

Kawasaki Z1000

Project Z.Project Green Meanie After living with the character-rich yet somewhat flawed Kawasaki Z1000 for several months, it's become to be regarded around here as an old friend. During its time with us, the Z1000 has been tested, shootout-ed, cold-started, wheelied, and commuted upon. It's even seen.

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Eliminator 125Right from the start the Eliminator 125 is out to impress from its sturdy 124cm3 SOHC engine to its plush stepped seat. Belying its cylinder capacity this is a small bike with all the big bike features you need. Electric start, five speeds and front hydraulic disc brake are all serious kit. So too is the classic tank top instrument display, a cool feature on a cool little cruiser.