Adventure

Every journey, whether filtering through town traffic or trekking tothe highest mountain pass, brings new experiences. Some peoplerecognise this and embrace every moment like the exhilarating blastof an Alpine breeze. A new adventure, an opportunity to be inspired,freedom to explore. Release the escapist in yourself and be drivenby the passion inherent in our rugged, versatile Adventure range,packed with technology for living life to the full. Are you ready fora breath of fresh air?

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16 The Power of Dreams

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XL1000V Varadero / ABS

The simple things in life can be so satisfying. Like the thrust of a strong, reliable engine confidently speeding you to yourweekend destination. Like a comfortably contoured seat and a wide windscreen giving you welcome protection fromthe elements as you charge up a mountain pass, down a motorway or alongside rivers and ravines. Like smooth,balanced manoeuvrability, accommodating long-travelsuspension and effortlessly responsive Dual Combined Brakecontrol as you negotiate unpredictable off-road surfaces orcity streets. There’s even a version offering the extra brakingreassurance of Honda’s advanced Antilock Brake System. Like a range of luggage options that takes the stress out of packing for yourself and a passenger. Like being able to relax and take in the view, wherever you are.

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Seating - Sleekly contoured, comfortable seatingmeans superb long-distance comfort for both riderand pillion.

Cockpit - The impressive instrument panelfeatures a remaining distance fuel gauge andintegrates a locking carrying compartment forsmall travel essentials.

Engine - The high-performing 996 cm³ fuel-injected DOHC V-twin engine delivers up steady, reliable power and inspiring rushes of acceleration.

The Varadero’s impressive air of confidence doesn’t just come from its longexperience, exhilarating performance capabilities and outstanding reputation for

reliability. Its imposing, angular bodywork, two-tone graphics and focused, gleamingcontours express a sporty adventure-hungry spirit, that can quickly translate into

smart urban sophistication, transforming every journey into a welcome escape fromthe humdrum. Are you aiming to reach the highest peak by the end of the day?

Or simply beat the traffic for a stress-free commute? The ever-eager Varadero ishappy to tackle any riding situation, and always ready for a change of scenery.

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lifeBang up-to-date and chasing new peaks of excitement, the 2008 Transalp begs you

to jump aboard and discover new trails and distant horizons. Its new 680 cm³ engine is robust and smooth enough for endless fun-filled touring, capably

delivering impressive surges of acceleration on the motorway or up steep slopes,even with an extra passenger and a load of travelling gear. It also boasts confidentcontrol and slick manoeuvrability that are as useful in town traffic as in adventuresoff the beaten path. The comfortable riding position and improved fuel economy are

perfect for long days in the saddle – and exhaust emissions are lowered, ensuringyou leave those beauty spots unspoiled for the next generation.

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To underline the Transalp’s adventurous aptitudes, its newAdventure Sports styling and graphics integrate the GPScoordinates of the highest paved road in Europe. Its narrowfront cowl features a new air management design including a compact windscreen that reduces wind blast to your chest.There’s also a range of clever equipment options to make your trip more comfortable or increase your carrying capacity.With reduced running costs and smooth, easily manageablepower delivery, the all-new Transalp is set to retain its crown as the most versatile midsized motorcycle in Europe - a long-term partner with which to share newhorizons, amazing experiences and beautiful memories.

Instrument panel - The neat, compact instrumentpanel features a large tachometer dial and clearLCD speedometer, odometer, dual trip, clock andfuel level readouts.

Brakes - New Combined-ABS features theextra-smooth, confidence-inspiring control ofHonda’s Antilock Braking System over unevenor slippery road surfaces.

Undercowl - New Adventure Sports-focusedbodywork integrates a sturdy protective cowl that helps keep dirt and gravel away from lowerengine components.

Luggage - Specially designed panniers, along with practical inner nylon bags and a range ofdecorative panels are among the many optionalcarrying accessories available.

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Rear suspension - A sturdy Progressive Pro-Linkrear suspension system ensures precise controland a comfortable ride for you and a pillion.

Engine - The 644 cm³ RFVC air-cooled single-cylinder engine starts up easily and delivers plentyof pulsing power, brisk acceleration and long years of dependable service.

Seat - The seat is designed for an easy andcomfortable upright riding position; its sportycontours are enhanced by an eye-catching two-tone colour scheme.

Front forks - The stout gold-anodised 45 mm inverted front fork accentuates the bold Supermotard styling while providing light, assured handling.

Could you use the aggressive styling and strong, immediateride feel of a nimble Supermotard coupled with the reliability

and solid, balanced handling of an Adventure Sports bike? The FMX650 is just that - a ‘funmoto’ combination that

breezes along city and country roads delivering intenselysatisfying bursts of acceleration and sustained, addictive

biking pleasure. Its upright riding position affords acommanding view over the road and optimal control to pick

your way through traffic. Distinctive features such as itsforward-thrusting front fender, gold inverted front fork and

wide Super Sports-class tyres give it an unmistakablepersonality that threatens to create quite a stir before

you even roll on the throttle. One to watch!

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To enhance even further your Adventure machine's appeal there is a range of Honda Genuine Accessories available to ensure your Adventure motorcycle suits your style and every need. We design and build a comprehensive range of accessories to precise factory specifications ensuring a precision fit, superior function and integrated design. Each accessory has been researched and stringently tested to the highest standards. For information on the full rangeof Honda Genuine Accessories contact your local Honda dealership or alternativelyvisit www.honda-access.com

Fog lamps - Be seen in all weather conditions for safety and confidence, by greatly improving your visibility to other road users, particularly infoggy weather. Front: adjustable pair of 35W foglights. Rear: high bright 0,75a LED makes sure you can be seen.

Top box and panniers - 45-litre top box features a locking quick-detach mounting system. Can store two full-face helmets and more. Top box lid featuresbrushed aluminium-look panels for a more ruggedappearance. Matching brushed aluminium-look pannier decoration panels available. Tough, custom-made light grey nylon inner bags are available for additional protection.

Low seat - The option of a seat that’s lower than the factory standard gives added comfort and a more confident reach to the ground, especiallyfor shorter riders.

Meter panel - The brushed aluminium-look, 3D-shaped meter panel surrounds the dials and draws attention to the bike’s stylish instrument panel.

Navigation system - Honda satellite navigationsystem with model-specific installation bracket andwiring; Honda unique controller switch and detailsof Honda European dealer network included inPoints of Interest (POIs). Bluetooth® connection, 2 GB internal memory containing EU map data, MP3 player and picture viewer. Compact anti-glare3.5 inch colour touch screen display.

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The featured model illustrates a selection fromthe wide range of accessories available acrossall Adventure models.

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ACCESSORIES FEATURED45L top box (brushed aluminium look)Top box pad*Pillion arm rest set29L pannier decoration panel set (brushed aluminium look)29L pannier kitWindscreenSide fairing scuff guard set (aluminium look)Grip heater kit (360º or 180º)

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European Road Safety Charter - Honda hasbecome a founding signatory of the EuropeanRoad Safety Charter. As leader in the Europeanmotorcycle market, Honda is committed toenhancing the joy of two-wheels and leading the way in road safety.

Rider training - The Honda Riding Trainerenhances rider safety by giving them theopportunity to experience everyday hazards and riding conditions in a safe environment.

Honda airbag - A major step in Honda’s questto revolutionise motorcycle safety, the world’sfirst mass-production airbag system is now on the Honda Gold Wing.

Confident braking - The development ofHonda’s unique Combined Brake System along with ABS has redefined braking safety on motorcycles.

The Power of Dreams

Why?Why not?

Making the impossible possible.

At Honda we’re quite used to challenging convention. To question the norm. When others say impossible, we say possible. We never say can’t, just can. We continue to reach new heights in many areas. Even the skies.

The Honda Jet - Unique in many ways, composed almost entirely of new technologies. Most radically its engines sit above the wings for incredible cruising efficiency and a roomier cabin.

ASIMO - The world’s most advanced humanoid robot acts just like a human. Engineered with intelligence capabilities, ASIMO imitates the movements of the body precisely with incredible balance and manoeuvrability, and even with voice and facial recognition.

EVO-6 concept model - A revolutionary, fun, automatic sports cruiser with a minimalist chassis. Powered by Honda’s iconic liquid-cooled, 1,832 cm³ OHC Flat-6 engine. A concept motorcycle like no other.

Home Energy Station - Soon every home will want one. The Honda HES generates hydrogen power from natural resources for our FCX Clarity fuel cell car, and enough electricity and hot water for a typical sized household.

Our power of dreams allows us to make the impossible possible. To bring dreams to reality. Something we do every day.

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Programmed Fuel Injection: Map-typecomputerised system maintains strongpower and responsive performance in all conditions.

Honda Evolutional Catalysing System:Oxygen-sensing system maintains anoptimal air/fuel mixture for the mosteffective catalytic reduction of exhaustemissions.

Pro-Link Rear Suspension: Monoshockrear suspension utilises a triangular linkagesystem to progressively increase dampingforce through range of rear swingarmmovement.

Dual Combined Brake System:Provides an optimised balance of front and rear braking control under anycombination of inputs.

Combined Antilock Brake System:Optimises the balance of front and rearbraking control while counteracting tyre slipwhen braking over variable road conditions.

Dual Combined Antilock Brake System:Optimises the balance of front and rearbraking control under any combination ofinputs, while counteracting tyre slip whenbraking over variable road conditions.

Honda Ignition Security System:Only allows the bike to be started by itsoriginal encoded keys to effectively protectagainst theft.

EURO-2: Complies with EURO-2 emissions regulations.

EURO-3: Complies with EURO-3 emissions regulations.

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XL1000V Varadero / ABSLiquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC 90° V-twin996 cm³98 × 66 mm9.8 : 169 kW / 7,500 min-¹ (95/1/EC)98 Nm / 6,000 min-¹ (95/1/EC)PGM-FI electronic fuel injectionComputer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advanceElectric6-speedO-ring sealed chain2,300 × 930 × 1,465 mm1,560 mm838 mm181 mm25 litres (including 4-litre warning light reserve)43 mm telescopic fork, 155 mm axle travel

Pro-Link damper with 40-step spring preload (*and stepless rebound damping) adjustment, 145 mm axle travel

Hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminiumHollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium110/80 - R19M/C (59H)150/70 - R17M/C (69H)296 × 4.5 mm dual hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston callipers (*ABS) and sintered metal pads256 × 5 mm hydraulic disc with Combined3-piston calliper (*ABS) and sintered metal padsDiamond; steel tube27° 30'110 mm268.7 kg (F: 126.3 kg; R: 142.4 kg), *276.7 kg (F: 130 kg; R: 146.7 kg)

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XL700V Transalp ABSLiquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve SOHC 52° V-twin680.2 cm³81 × 66 mm10 : 144.1 kW / 7,750 min-¹ (95/1/EC)60 Nm / 5,500 min-¹ (95/1/EC))PGM-FI electronic fuel injectionDigital transistorised with electronic advance

Electric5-speedO-ring sealed chain2,250 × 905 × 1,305 mm1,515 mm841 mm177 mm17.5 litres (including 3-litre reserve)41 mm leading-axle telescopic fork, 177 mm axle travel

Pro-Link with adjustable compression damping, 173 mm axle travel

Aluminium rim/wire spokeAluminium rim/Tangentially Located (TL) spoke100/90 - R19 (57H)130/80 - R17 (65H)256 × 4 mm dual hydraulic disc with dual-pistonCombined three-piston callipers, ABS and sintered metal pads240 × 6 mm hydraulic disc with Combined single-pistoncalliper, ABS and resin mould padsSemi-double-cradle; box-section steel tube28° 23'111 mm219 kg (F: 103 kg; R: 116 kg)

Ride SafelyRead the owner’s manual thoroughly. Alwayswear a helmet and protective clothing. Get toknow your machine and its capabilities. Observeother road users’ movements. Obey the laws of the road and respect the environment.

Please NotePhotographic images of certain models in thiscatalogue may be shown with optional HondaGenuine Accessories. Please check with yourdealer for details.

Honda machines sold in your area are those most suited to local conditions. Specifications,appearance and availability may differ dependingon markets, and are subject to change withoutnotice. For details, please consult your nearestHonda dealer.

Adventure '08 Specifications

Pearl Concours Black Carnelian Red Metallic

Eclipse Orange Metallic Barley Yellow Metallic

Chevalier Silver Metallic Anchor Grey Metallic

Moody Blue Metallic

FMX650 FunMoto

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Ross White (with Orange logo)

Air-cooled 4-stroke RFVC SOHC single644 cm³100 × 82 mm8.3 : 127.7 kW / 5,750 min-¹ (95/1/EC)52.3 Nm / 4,500 min-¹ (95/1/EC)40 mm VE-type carburettorFully transistorised electronic

Electric5-speed O-ring sealed chain2,151 × 823 × 1,157 mm1,490 mm875 mm216 mm11 litres (including 3.8-litre reserve)45 mm inverted leading-axle telescopic fork, 218 mm axle travel

Pro-Link, 186 mm axle travel

Aluminium rim/steel spokeAluminium rim/steel spoke120/70 - R17 (58H)150/60 - R17 (66H)296 × 4 mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston calliper and sintered metal pads

220 × 5 mm hydraulic disc with single-piston calliper and sintered metal padsSingle cradle mono-backbone; steel tube29° 6'97 mm170 kg (F: 80 kg; R: 90 kg)

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The specific details of this brochure do not apply to any particular product supplied or offeredfor sale. Manufacturers reserve the right to vary specifications, including colours, with or without notice at such times in such manner as deemed appropriate. Major as well as minorchanges may be involved. Every effort, however, is made to ensure the accuracy of the particulars contained in this brochure. Consult your dealer for details regarding the specifications of any featured product. This publication shall not constitute - under any circumstances whatsoever - an offer by the Company to any individual. All sales are madeby the Distributor or Dealer subject to and with the benefit of the standard Conditions of Saleand Warranty provided by the Distributor or Dealer, copies of which may be obtained uponrequest. This publicity material conforms to the UK-only Trade Descriptions Act (1968). Whileefforts are made to ensure specification accuracy, brochures are prepared and printed severalmonths in advance of distribution and consequently cannot always immediately reflect eitherchanges in specification or in some isolated cases the provision of a particular feature.Customers are always advised to discuss specific details with the supplying Dealer, especiallyif a selection is dependent upon one of the features advertised.

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