Honda 2009 models

**Cajun** · 2nd October 2008, 12:11

Honda USA just released model list for 2009

notnew vfr/blackbird replacement on list

http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/...?article=34498

**vifferman** · 2nd October 2008, 12:19

If you don't count the DN-01 (and I'm not), the only new bike is the CRF230M 'tard.
Kinda a bland lineup.
C'mon Mr Honda - bring out a new VTR, VFR and CBRxxxxXX already!

**Swoop** · 2nd October 2008, 14:23

VFR is only available in black? Are the American bikes being made by ford?

**Swoop** · 7th October 2008, 10:08

Well, the '09 VFR is the new Porsche 911... No changes over the years.

More black bits and a new interceptor sticker.

- Forks are Black
- Bar Ends are Polished
- Nissin Calipers are Black like the '06
- Master Cylinder and Clutch Resevoirs are Black like the earlier 6th Gens
- There seems to be more Black around the handles and triple-tree, but from this angle it is hard to tell
- Wheels of Course are Black
- Front Rotor is completely Silver, not partially gold anodized in the center section like the '08
- Frame is Black - makes me wonder if the Triple-Tree and Handles are Black as Well?
- Oddly enough, Passenger Grab-Handles are not installed, looks like the blanking plate has been fitted
- Same Decals as the '06

**vifferman** · 7th October 2008, 10:12

Ooooooh....
Polished bar ends!

**Swoop** · 8th October 2008, 12:48

Originally Posted by vifferman

Ooooooh....
Polished bar ends!

Don't forget the black frame...

I have just discovered why there are zero changes. After downloading the manual of over 200meg, the effort in producing the tech manual is something that would take a large effort by Mr Honda.

**Qkchk:Me** · 8th October 2008, 13:14

Originally Posted by Swoop

I have just discovered why there are zero changes.

So they can keep us hanging on for the elusive Honda V5!

e·lu·sive – adjective
1. eluding clear perception or complete mental grasp; hard to express or define: an elusive concept.
2. cleverly or skillfully evasive: a fish too elusive to catch.

**vifferman** · 8th October 2008, 13:38

Originally Posted by Qkchk

So they can keep us hanging on for the elusive Honda V5!

e·lu·sive – adjective
1. eluding clear perception or complete mental grasp; hard to express or define: an elusive concept.
2. cleverly or skillfully evasive: a fish too elusive to catch.

That's it - the Mental Fish.

**Zoolander** · 8th October 2008, 14:28

Are Honda the new Kawasaki? The big K pulled this trick years ago, nothing except paint and decal changes for how long? Then BAM, they came outta left field with the ZX10R! Will Honda do the same with a V5? Or a V4 MotoGP rep?

**Usarka** · 8th October 2008, 15:17

The CB1000R is a noo one but isn't listed because the yanks aint gettin it, but honda have said it should be on our shores in November. I'm looking forward to a test ride

**SpeedMonger** · 9th October 2008, 20:28

have had them for a while now. Now the Hornet has been discontinued this is the next progression for them. But a big step up in price at another 4-5K. Will be trying one out too ;-)

**Coyote** · 9th October 2008, 20:36

XR650L? Didn't know they still made them. Are they available in New Zealand?

**Wingnut** · 9th October 2008, 20:39

Is honda a little like the NZ Government - In need of change -any change - just something different god damn it!

**pritch** · 9th October 2008, 21:41

Most of the new models are designed and built in Italy so Blue Wing think they will be too expensive here.

The 600 Hornet, the CB1000F, the CB1000R, and some good scooters are included in this.

Blue Wing apparently wouldn't bring the 600 Hornet in because it cost almost the same as a 900 Hornet. Well, they shouldn't have that problem now but I don't see any 600s around.

When in Melbourne I checked out Peter Stevens Motorcycles, as you do. The CB1000F looks a lot better in the flesh than in any pictures I've seen. So did the DN-01, but then it would need to.

I hope I got the model designations right I didn't have alphabet soup for dinner...