ROAD NEWS
HONDA HORNET PRICING CONFIRMED
Due to arrive in Kiwi dealers in April , the all-new Honda Hornet finally has an official price for New Zealand . Blue Wing Honda , Honda Motorcycle ’ s New Zealand distributor , has confirmed the CB750 Hornet will enter the market priced at $ 15,995 . The CB750 Hornet will debut Honda ’ s new mid-capacity 755cc SOHC parallel-twin in our market , with the hotly anticipated Transalp 750 expected here mid-year with a yet-to-be-set price point . Claimed power for the Hornet is 90.5hp ( 67.5kW ) at 9500rpm and 75Nm at 7250rpm respectively . The electronics package features a 5-inch TFT dash , Throttle By Wire ( TBW ) which allows for the three rider modes and 3-level Honda Selectable Torque Control ( HSTC ) with
integrated Wheelie Control , plus three levels of Engine Braking and Power delivery . The engine is cradled in a rather aesthetically pleasing steel frame with a welded subframe . The low seat height of 795mm and claimed kerb weight of 190kg should also ensure the new Hornet should be very manageable by a wide range of riders . Suspension and brakes are a Japanese affair , with a set of Showa forks matched by a rear shock while braking is supplied by Nissin calipers . In other markets , Honda is debuting the Hornet with a full range of accessories , including a quickshifter , soft luggage , engine protectors and cosmetic enhancements . All of which should be ready to go at the time of the official launch .
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