Chiswick Honda Way Bikes Newsletter - November 2015

CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

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SOCIAL

CONTACT DEALER

HONDA AT GOODWOOD REVIVAL

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TYPE R VS CBR1000RR The ultimate Honda race test

HONDA AT GOODWOOD

Honda joins the vintage racing fest

A LOOK INTO THE FUTURE The 44th Tokyo Motor Show 2015

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THE NEW CB125F

Escape The Urban Tussle

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THECB1000R

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WINTER RIDING

Lean, Mean and Muscular Our five top tips for the Winter

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Auto Express hosted a fantastic race this month at Rockingham International Circuit, Nortants, by putting Honda’s current fastest road car, the Civic Type R, up against the fastest motorcycle the CBR1000RR Fireblade SP.

Both vehicles had two big names in the racing world in control of them. The Civic Type R was being driven by British Touring Car Championship Legend, Matt Neal from Honda Yuassa Racing and British Superbike racer, Dan Linfoot was on the Fireblade SP. Matt Neal had this to say about the Civic Type R: ““My BTCC car has a 2.0-litre turbo with around 360bhp, depending on the circuit. It’s stripped out and so a lot lighter [than the road car], plus there’s much lower gearing, whereas the Type R has all the creature comforts and less power with 306bhp for greater reliability. Still, for a road car it’s pretty incredible on track.”

Dan commented on the Fireblade SP saying: “It feels softer than my BSB bike. Its suspension and brakes are just more forgiving. And this plus the road tyres mean you can’t push it as hard round a circuit. And with 178bhp it’s down over 30 horses, too - but blimey, it’s probably still as fast as race bikes from just over a couple of decades ago.”

“It feels softer than my BSB bike.

Its suspension and brakes are just more forgiving. And this plus the road tyres mean you can’t push it as hard round a circuit.”

- Dan Linfoot, British Superbike race

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CBR1000RR FIREBLADE SP

“My BTCC car has a 2.0-litre turbo with around 360bhp, depending on the circuit. It’s stripped out and so a lot lighter [than the road car], plus there’s much lower gearing, whereas the Type R has all the creature comforts and less power with 306bhp for greater reliability.

Still, for a road car it’s pretty incredible on track.”

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Auto Express decided they wanted the challenge to be as fair as possible. The bike had a serious advantage with a superior power-toweight ration of 848bhp/tonne compared to the car’s 221bhp/tonne. If the track would have been wet the contest would have been even as the Type R could make time up under braking in corners due to the added gap coming from its two extra wheels. Because the track was bone dry Dan decided to let Matt have a 10 second head start, watch the video to find out the winner!

- Matt Neal, BTCC Honda Yuassa Racing

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Honda at the Goodwood Revival This year’s Goodwood Revival saw the 1966 Hansen Honda CR450 in action, in the annual celebration of vintage racing. The Revival for those you don’t know is a celebration of Goodwood’s halcyon motorsport days, from 1948 to 1966. And this year, saw the fantastic 1960s Hansen Honda in action in the Barry Sheene Memorial Trophy race.

The day sees every detail of the racing period recreated, the enthusiastic spectators dress in pre- 1966 fashion, traditional race day food is served, paddock shelters move back in time and the races themselves replicate the past as much as possible, including a 30- strong grid of racing motorcycles.

The Revivals period bike race was originally known as the Lennox Trophy, and many of the greatest two- wheel racing stars competed. These included the late two-time world champion Barry Sheene, who took five Revival victories ahead of his untimely death from cancer in March 2003. The race was then renamed to Barry

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CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

Sheene Memorial Trophy to honour the popular champion.

This year’s Barry Sheene Memorial Trophy was a fantastic race featuring many iconic bikes from the 1960s, including the 1966 Hansen Honda CR450 American racer. The Honda Hansen was built in the same year the Goodwood track shut down from competitive racing. In this period Honda was flourishing by becoming the world’s largest motorcycle producer and turning into a dominant force in Grand Prix racing, by winning the Constructors’ Championship in every competitive class for that year.

Bob Hansen the creator of the 1966 CR450, was an ex- bike racer and tuner, an American Honda dealer and a key force in racing during the 60s and 70s due to running Honda’s American bike teams. He had a lot of success as the leader of the teams, such as in 1967 at Daytona with a trio of semi- factory Honda- prepared CR450s. Hansen won his first Daytona 200 in 1970, using the CR450’s successor the CR750.

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and three- time Isle of Mann TT winner Ian Simpson, Ian took all of his TT victories on Honda motorcycles.

Honda has continued from its fantastic heritage of producing both great road and race bikes. Chiswick Honda stocks the complete range of current Honda models and has an extensive range of used bikes.

Have a look at our website today for fantastic offers on both new and used Motorcycles

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A LOOK INTO T CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

at the 44th Tokyo Motor Show 2015

Honda have announced their line up for the 44th Tokyo Motor Show which runs from October 30th to November 8th. The show’s concept will use Honda’s global slogan - ‘The Power of Dreams’, as the brand will showcase a broad range of items from innovative mobility products.

Here are some of the innovative motorcycle concept models.

CBR250RR (pictured above) This light weight super sports concept is designed with the idea of a strong presence. This nextgeneration super sports concept features a long nose and low crouching position, which creates a sense of speed for the bike. Its aggressive look is topped off from a combination of different surfaces and sharp edges, which create a sense of hardness and solidity. Finally the exterior features matte- black- based low- contrast graphics which underlines its beauty and eyecatching form.

Neowing (pictured middle) Neowing is an unprecedented three- wheel vehicle that offers the cornering feel and sporty ride of a large-size motorcycle with the bonus of excellent stability at low speeds. This vehicle will feature an innovative hybrid system that will combine a horizontally- opposed 4-cyclinder engine alongside electric motors to generate plentiful torque for powerful acceleration. Last of all the vehicle will feature an original Honda linkage mechanism on its front wheel, I am sure you will agree this concept model gives an insight into Honda’s advanced futuristic styling and despite it being on three wheels it emphasizes the same mechanical fascination of a two-wheeled motorcycle.

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THE FUTURE CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

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As you can see Honda has some exciting plans for the upcoming years to help expand their already fantastic product range. The entire current range of motorcycles are available from Chiswick Honda, as well as a great selection of used motorcycles.

EV- Club Concept (pictured above, right) Finally the Tokyo Motor Show will display an Electric personal commuter model which is designed for short- distance travelling following a concept of an “easy-to-handle and economical motorcycle.” This model is a step further forward to Honda’s first creation of commuting solutions in the Super Cub, which is the most produced motor vehicle in history. To allow easy mounting and dismounting the battery component is positioned in the middle of the body. As well as the benefit of ease-of-handling due to the concentration of mass and lowering of the centre of gravity. Last of all our favourite part of this bike is that the battery itself is fully detachable, which means it can be recharged using a standard home wall socket.

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Fantastic CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

SINCE 1983 THE SH125I HAS SET THE STANDARD ACROSS EUROPE WHEN IT COMES TO STYLE AND RELIABILITY. THE SH125I IS ALL OF THESE THINGS, ONLY MORE SO. ITS NEXT GENERATION ESP ENGINE IS PACKED WITH FUEL- SAVING TECHNOLOGY.

1. Assured Stopping Power: A combined Braking System means braking forces are applied evenly to both discs and standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) offers you even more confidence.

2. A Rider’s View: Easy to read speedometer, fuel and temperature gauge complete the front view and give the rider all the information needed at a glance. The display is illuminated perfectly for nighttime riding.

3. Rider Confidence: Feel completely at ease right away on the SH125i. The new chassis design provides a natural riding position with a low seat height of 799mm.

4. Trimming Weight: A new light frame has also resulted in a compact wheelbase. Together with a compliant suspension and 10-spoke wheels it produces a very capable, agile all-rounder.

5. Tail Light: The elegant body design shows off a compact and sleek central tail light, improving visibility from the rear so as not go unnoticed, even when riding after dark.

6. Light Engineering: The liquid-cooled 4-stroke engine includes many advanced, innovative features that reduce the number of parts by 20% - saving over 1kg in weight. The result is a light, effortless ride.

Representative Example On The Road Price

£3,199

Deposit

£99

Amount of Credit

£3,100

36 Monthly Payments

£86.11

Total Amount Payable

£3,199

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NC750S CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

Let’s Take a Closer Look

The NC750S is perfect for a variety of uses such as weekend travel, day to day journeys or commuting. The combination of state-of-the-art engineering, storage capacity, fuel efficiency and striking naked style, make the NC750S the ultimate partner for those seeking the fun of the open road alongside the satisfaction of an effortless commute.

1. Large Internal Storage: To make sure you have everything when you get there, the secure internal storage is large enough for all the essentials, from your helmet to your work or your waterproofs.

2. Dash Display: The NC750S’s improved multi-functional LCD display lets you easily navigate between the speedometer, rev-counter, fuel gauge and trip meters – all hidden behind the aggressive, street-styled headlight cowl.

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3. Wheels: Lightweight 17-inch wheels reduce the unsprung weight of the bike, making it feel much more agile.

Handling, grip and stability are also guaranteed with a 120/70 front tyre and a planted 160/60 rear tyre.

4. Braking System: Front and rear hydraulic brakes provide sure-footed stopping power. With ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) as standard, you get the confidence to pull up quickly whenever you need to, in whatever weather.

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CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

ediscover Your Freedom

Representative Example On The Road Price

£5,999

Deposit

£1091.21

Amount of Credit

£4,907.79

36 Monthly Payments

£69.00

Guaranteed Future Value

£2,423.73

Total Amount Payable

£5,999

Representative APR

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Whether you decide to hibernate your bike for the Winter or carry on riding it, Chiswick Honda have come up with a fantastic Winter Health Check to ensure your motorcycle will survive the harsher season.

WINTER CHECK ONLY £29.99 with a service wash

Our Honda Trained Technicians will carry out the following checks on your motorcycle:

· Battery · Brake Fluid · Coolant

· Oil · Brakes · Pads

· Bearings · Suspension · Exhaust

· Tyres · Lights

If anything is identified as critical, illegal or in need of replacement, we will contact you with a quotation.

CALL OUR CHISWICK HONDA BIKE TEAM DIRECT NOW ON 0146 275 4376

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Terms and conditions apply. Written details available upon request.

CHISWICK HONDA BIKES • ISSUE 13 • NOV 2015

WINTER RIDING Alongside this fantastic Winter Service Offer, we thought this would be a fantastic opportunity for us to share 5 tips with you to help you get through the cold temperatures and harsher conditions that arise during the winter months. These tips will help ensure both a safe and warmer ride: TIP

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The Correct Clothing

Riding comfortably in the cold weather begins with the correct gear choice. Our friends at Infinity Motorcycles (http://www.chiswickbike.com) can not only provide you with a fantastic range of gear, but also there friendly staff have wealth of knowledge to give you the best advice on what products will be best for winter riding.

A few items to consider would be: • Base Layers • Gore- Tex Outer Gear due to its waterproofing and breathability • Heated Grips • Neck Warmer

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Black ice is extremely dangerous, if it looks remotely looks like ice our advice would be to stay away. Also be aware that with added salt on the roads, means that motorcycles can quickly succumb to rust. The best way to stop this would be regularly wash your bike to free it from as much salt as possible.

TIP

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Increase Visibility and Following Distance

In winter months you should be much more cautious with your driving style, by increasing your visibility and space. Increasing visibility means trying to look further down the road, helping you recognize hazards before they occur. This will allow you to react to a potential threat well in advance, and this is more than needed in winter when traction is limited from the cold roads.

For following distance, maintained a few car lengths of space, will increase reaction time to hazards. Space is important this is shown by: in optimally-dry conditions, it takes an experience rider about 85 feet to stop a bike traveling at 35 mph. An average car is around 16 feet, so it would take about five car lengths to stop.

Proper Motorcycle Prep for Winter Riding

We have a fantastic range of Winter Service Check packages currently available to make sure your bike is ready to brave those harsher climates. Call our aftersales team today for more information on 01462 754 341 TIP

and Black Ice

Cold Weather = Colder Tyres

Cold weather means colder tyres, which equates to limited traction. Riding helps increase the heat of the tyres, but with the colder weather the briefest of stops can quickly cool your tires down, providing lack of traction.

Also make sure you have adequate tread on your tyres for winter riding, this is part of our winter check and we will advise if any new tyres are needed. Finally check you tyre pressure, which again is part of our winter check. The correct tyre pressure is even more crucial during winter months when optimal traction is needed.

Watch for Salt, Fresh Cracks

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