Dealer Show this week

[Mellow]

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=22244&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1188841856Well, by the end of this week all the rumors, on non-rumors
will be answered. Will there be a revamped ST?
Will there be a new V-5?
Will there be a new entry into the Sport Touring arena?

More later this week.

[Austin city limits]

Well, by the end of this week all the rumors, on non-rumors
will be answered.

Will there be a revamped ST? Will there be a new V-5?
Will there be a new entry into the Sport Touring arena?

That's just a few questions concerning Honda, what surprises
do the other manufacturers have in store?

More later this week.

V-5 with self aiming lasers,,, and I won't be able to write the check FAST enough!!!:duck:

Mellow,,, I really REALLY like the new "Thingy" you added to the start up page... This is,,, the coolest site,,, with the coolest posters,,, E V A R,,, except,,, that Austin clown that is... :rolleyes:

[Coop]

Geez, I didn't know the ST needed updating except for a new color. How about British Racing Green with yellow wheels?

[ChucksKLRST]

Geez, I didn't know the ST needed updating except for a new color. How about British Racing Green with yellow wheels?


Yea, Just call it "John Deer":eek:

[Austin city limits]

Yea, Just call it "John Deer":eek:

As much as I love my John Deere's,,, I am in no WAY,,, bringing home a John Deere colored bike... ;)

Connie had a British Racing Green back in 1998 I think that was good looking but,,, still,,, like,,, Corvette Magnetic Red or Corvette 50th anniversary Red... :D

[Finewest]

Honda Racing Red... Like this one.

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=21784&d=1187655054

[Putt]

It had better be Blue, or I am gonna have to look for a brand new '04.....

Putt....

[MrClean]

what part do y'all NOT understand , the ST is gonna be discontinued .

Some day .............

[Finewest]

The "discontinued" part... I don't get that.

[Mark]

Had a British Racing Green 1952 MG-TD... Don't think I want to see that color on an ST!

Good luck Putt!!!

Mark

[STBNE]

CMON HONDA get out of your rut ....same old colors different year yada yada yada.....Blk/Silver/Blk/Red/Blue/silver ZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz:(

[MileHigh]

I'm not the sharpest knife in the drawer. My wife is the one with the engineering degree.

How do you make a V5? Three on one bank and two on the other?

Or, creatively advertise it, like Volkswagon's V5. 5 Cylinders all at the same angle & bank but, call it a V5.

Please Ma Honda, stick with the bullet proof, indestructible, miles proven V4 design you have in the ST. Maybe switch to a MAF/load system instead of a speed density fuel injection system.

[skyboybry]

I hope it's a V5, then I can use all my fingers when I wave at Harley riders when they give me the 'two down low'. I'll even yell "Hi-Hi!". That will be sweeeet.

[MrClean]

The "discontinued" part... I don't get that.

why do i hafta splaine everything .

discontinue means to , no longer continue

[pjripple]

Is this "Dealer Show" a Honda specific show, or is it all manufacturers? I googled it and came up with nothing...:shrug2:

[MrClean]

Is this "Dealer Show" a Honda specific show, or is it all manufacturers? I googled it and came up with nothing...:shrug2:

do you google everything ?

[Mellow]

I'm not the sharpest knife in the drawer. My wife is the one with the engineering degree.

How do you make a V5? Three on one bank and two on the other?

Or, creatively advertise it, like Volkswagon's V5. 5 Cylinders all at the same angle & bank but, call it a V5.

Please Ma Honda, stick with the bullet proof, indestructible, miles proven V4 design you have in the ST. Maybe switch to a MAF/load system instead of a speed density fuel injection system.

Yup, that's what they'd do... you can make an engine any configuration you want. Look at the wing, you could lop off one cylinder and make a flat-5.

I'm not a mech engineer so I don't know all the benefits to different configurations.

[Mellow]

Is this "Dealer Show" a Honda specific show, or is it all manufacturers? I googled it and came up with nothing...:shrug2:

There's not much out there typically, until the show has occurred then you'll see pics from people at the show. It's all manufacturers, at least as far as I know. I don't know what the requirements are to be in the show. It's pretty much just a teaser for the IMS shows that tour afterwards and where the public is invited.

[Spencer]

My vote

Pearl Dark Blue and available in ABS only :confused:

This Blue:http://powersports.honda.com/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/motorcycles/2007/VTX1300C/Medium/VTX1300C_pearl_dark_blue.jpg

She may be a 700 lb. gorilla, but she sure can Mambo.

Spencer

[naturally wired]

:-) Here's my list of possible bikes coming to the US?????

600 Hornet

1000 Hornet

CBR1000RR....all new....

VFR1000

VFR1250?...V5??????...OK maybe?......

CB750....retro...

VTX2000...????...they promissed a updated VTR1800 this year...

XL1000V Varadero....not new but new to US.....

My buddy's calling me from the show......I'm hoping at least three or four make it for 2008????

[Mellow]

:-) Here's my list of possible bikes coming to the US?????

600 Hornet

1000 Hornet

CBR1000RR

VFR1000

VFR1250?...V5??????...OK maybe?......

CB750....retro...

VTX2000...????...they promissed a updated VTR1800 this year...

XL1000V Varadero....not new but new to US.....

My buddie's calling me from the show......I'm hoping at least three or four make it for 2008????

Does he have a camera phone? :clap2:

[dannyk]

The dealer show is just that, a Honda dealers show, that is where they introduce all the models to their dealers and then the dealers get together with their regional reps to order their bikes for the up coming season, Its a two or three day event that wines and dines the dealers. They introduce some of the riders from race teams there also, at least that is the way it was when I attended one in Annahiem. Some speeches from high corporate officals about where they predict the market is going, and of course making money, both for the dealers and the corporation. :biker:

[Mellow]

The dealer show is just that, a Honda dealers show, that is where they introduce all the models to their dealers and then the dealers get together with their regional reps to order their bikes for the up coming season, Its a two or three day event that wines and dines the dealers. They introduce some of the riders from race teams there also, at least that is the way it was when I attended one in Annahiem. Some speeches from high corporate officals about where they predict the market is going, and of course making money, both for the dealers and the corporation. :biker:

So, it's just a HONDA dealer show? I wasn't aware of that... but makes sense.

[skyboybry]

Could a Rebel 275 be in our future? Niiccce. Faster than a tumbleweed.

[Mellow]

I'm really thinking a 1000cc VFR myself. Maybe with a 6-speed tranny. Non V-tec... I think that would really mix things up a little...

[NCrider]

You know if they discontinue the VTEC that everyone will want it back. :rolleyes:

You don't know a good thing until it's gone.

[Mellow]

You know if they discontinue the VTEC that everyone will want it back. :rolleyes:

You don't know a good thing until it's gone.

LOL :nuts1: Hey, that will work out for you... I can't believe you haven't sold your bike yet... kills me.. If I had the extra $$ hanging around I'd love a VFR. I'd love to have several other bikes too... and they say money can't buy happiness...

[Lou65]

What day? What hour? Who will tell us?

...I'm not really anxious, I just want to know.

[Austin city limits]

:-) Here's my list of possible bikes coming to the US?????

600 Hornet

1000 Hornet

CBR1000RR....all new....

VFR1000

VFR1250?...V5??????...OK maybe?......

CB750....retro...

VTX2000...????...they promissed a updated VTR1800 this year...

XL1000V Varadero....not new but new to US.....

My buddy's calling me from the show......I'm hoping at least three or four make it for 2008????

I am hoping for a updated ST-1300 with cruise control,,, single swing arm,,, 6 speed but,,, that doesn't really "Jive" with the video where it says,,,

It's Filled with Innovation,,,

Performance,,,

Break through Design

Call me wild,,, call me crazy but,,, I think they are finally letting the X-Wing out!!! :D

[skyboybry]

I'm really hoping for a 2007 CM400T so I can relive my childhood. I feel a second impending mid-life crisis coming on.

[Mellow]

You know, it might even be that sport-cruiser that was a concept not that long ago...

I think the current ST1300 is the X-wing.. if you look at it, so many of the styling is similar to the ST1300...

[dannyk]

HRCA members will get an early look on I think its wednesday night late pacific coast time. :biker:

[naturally wired]

You know, it might even be that sport-cruiser that was a concept not that long ago...

I think the current ST1300 is the X-wing.. if you look at it, so many of the styling is similar to the ST1300...

:rolleyes: Ya mine came in just like this one :eek:

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/prototype-spy-concept/Honda-2004-Griffon-small.jpg


On a more serious note I believe your right, it was the prodo for the ST1300....

[NCrider]

LOL :nuts1: Hey, that will work out for you... I can't believe you haven't sold your bike yet... kills me.. If I had the extra $$ hanging around I'd love a VFR. I'd love to have several other bikes too... and they say money can't buy happiness...


Can't believe it either, $4800 and not even a bite. Guess I'll be keeping it a while longer.

40k+ miles on it now......guess that hurts. :rolleyes:

[ligito]

:-) Here's my list of possible bikes coming to the US?????



CB750....retro...




I have a CB750K 1980 service manual, if they do and if someone needs it, just ask.

[pjripple]

do you google everything ?

Pretty much.

[Horst]

let's recap a bit ....

the VFR is history :(

the VTX's are history ... :eek:

the GL is strongly rumoured to be going out after 08-09 .... :confused:

sooo... the only conclusion is a VTX/VFR/GL/ST hybrid !


:rolleyes:

[Mellow]

They call it a Civic.. LOOOL

[Mellow]

I'm surprised there's nothing on the HRCA Clubhouse.. in past years we could always get a little taste there first. There is a list of new models but I think they were already listed in Red Rider too so it wasn't all that big of a surprise.

[Austin city limits]

Here is the news I think... Probably a great bike and all but,,, Not what I wanted it to be... :(

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/mcn/2007/August/aug13-19/aug16072008hondavfrrevealedinnewmotorcyclepatent/

[RideCoach]

I am just hoping they will put a radio with an IPOD/MP3 input, thats all I want. :bannana :bannana

[dmulk]

I just want a Honda Racing Red ST-1300.

<D>

[Mellow]

I just want a Honda Racing Red ST-1300.

<D>

I've got some red rustoleum in the garage.. :o4:

[Coop]

LOL!! Arlene's GL1800 has arrived. On the HRCA site they said Metallic Red was a GoldWing color for 2008. Fred, you better get down to the dealer pronto!

[bygdawg]

Here is the news I think... Probably a great bike and all but,,, Not what I wanted it to be... :(

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/News/newsresults/mcn/2007/August/aug13-19/aug16072008hondavfrrevealedinnewmotorcyclepatent/

Wow! Put a shaft drive on that, and I'd almost have to have one. 1000cc with its weight would be killer fast. Slap on some side bags and risers, and you've got yourself a Concours killer. I'm in. Where do I sign? :hotpepper

Wow! Guys...I just had the strangest dream about going in to trade my ST for a VFR. :crackup

Can I get a 2008 ST in this color:
http://www.pnwriders.com/forum/showthread.php?t=24454

[Finewest]

LOL!! Arlene's GL1800 has arrived. On the HRCA site they said Metallic Red was a GoldWing color for 2008. Fred, you better get down to the dealer pronto!

I've got to get my full riding suit and half helmet with microphone boom first! LOL. :D

[Scooterb]

As already reported by others...can't say I'm surprised... Specs (http://www.hondanews.com/categories/493/releases/4138)

Photo (http://www.hondanews.com/categories/498/photos/15590)

I wonder if ACL will trade in his beemer for one... he is a little partial to red:biker:

Putt, you'll have to get one of these too and paint it blue... 'cept it won't be as fast as your last one:D

[Putt]

As already reported by others...can't say I'm surprised... Specs (http://www.hondanews.com/categories/493/releases/4138)

Photo (http://www.hondanews.com/categories/498/photos/15590)

I wonder if ACL will trade in his beemer for one... he is a little partial to red:biker:

Putt, you'll have to get one of these too and paint it blue... 'cept it won't be as fast as your last one:D

Red.... It' suppose to be BLUE!!!! (I was kinda partial to the red on the '05's)
However, it will do.. Time to start bugging the dealer...

Putt..,.

[Larrypv]

I participated in a motorcycle survey earlier this year. It turned out to be for cruiser bikes.

There were 2 models, very much alike, one a pretty sparkly red and the other a pretty sparkly blue. They were choppers like OCC would build. Very flashy.
But we all know how practical they would be. Three miles and you would be ready to get off.

They wouldn't say who the manufacturer was (no emblems, etc.), but I figured Honda, maybe Yamaha.

If they decide to market them I'm sure it would be a couple of years.

Oh well, it payed $75 just to look at bikes and tell them what you thought.

[bygdawg]

I guess it's official now...Red is the second fastest color just behind silver. :-)

[SupraSabre]

Could a Rebel 275 be in our future? Niiccce. Faster than a tumbleweed.

I don't know about that, I've seen some pretty fast tumbleweeds in my lifetime! :rolleyes:

[Horst]

LOL ... man this is too funny !

The VFR lives to see another day .... :)

There is hope for Honda yet ....

VFR-Kenobi ... you are our only hope ...

:D

[webdink]

I guess it's official now...Red is the second fastest color just behind silver. :-)

We all know that because black is combination of all colors it is the fastest...:)

[Lew]

We all know that because black is combination of all colors it is the fastest...:)

White is the combination of all colors, that's why the ST1300P's are white. They are truly the fastest. :policeST:

Black is the absence of color. Sit in a room with no light at all and what do you see? Nothing. Blackness. Just sitting there. ;)

[Mellow]

White is the combination of all colors, that's why the ST1300P's are white. They are truly the fastest. :policeST:

Black is the absence of color. Sit in a room with no light at all and what do you see? Nothing. Blackness. Just sitting there. ;)

Is that really true... or is it that black absorbs all colors without reflecting any back. ?:shock:

[Lew]

Is that really true... or is it that black absorbs all colors without reflecting any back. ?:shock:

Depends on if you're talking about additive color (light) or subtractive color (pigment).

Just to spin your head around a bit further, consider... you mix up a bunch of colors to get "black", but then you have no color since it doesn't reflect any colors back! :rolleyes:

[bygdawg]

Is that really true... or is it that black absorbs all colors without reflecting any back. ?:shock:

I don't know about it absorbing all colors, but it absorbs heat and dirt like a mother. :banghead:

[naturally wired]

:rolleyes: I noticed that mother Honda decided to try and keep the insurance rates down by only manufacturing its fastest ST1300 color one year!

:eek: I wonder if this also increased the value of my 2004 ?


:crackup You non Blue's crack me up ......you always seem to forget we're so far ahead of you , you start thinking your in the lead again!!!!!!!!


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[04ST1300TX]

I'm waiting on an ST painted like the Repsol Honda's in MotoGP!

Either that or a 1000-1200cc, 6speed VFR with shaft drive!

[bygdawg]

I wouldn't hold my breath.

[STingray]

Any news on when the proposed release of the '08 will happen? (i.e., when dealers can start ordering)

Thanks!