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pbryon · 02-08-2013, 10:12 AM

Unveiled today, Honda's new CTX series (comfort, technology, eXperience) is a bunch of new bikes, all with Honda's relatively new 670cc engine. Some interesting styles, and I like the mileage numbers and prices. Honda seems to be trying to buck the "need more horsepower" trend. Wonder if they'll be successful.

Honda Unveils the 2014 CTX Series (CTX700N, CTX700) | Ultimate MotorCycling

dsmitty · 02-08-2013, 11:17 AM

First thing they did right was a six speed trany.

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**BearBait** · 02-08-2013, 11:57 AM

You would think that those oughta sell like hot cakes!

**Polovision** · 02-08-2013, 11:59 AM

Looks like a fun ride.

Woodswoman · 02-08-2013, 12:00 PM

Boy, Ma Honda is staking a LOT on this new engine and tranny!

I find the design very reminiscent of the ill-fated Honda DN-01, which in the U.S. was a victim of the economic meltdown. Happily, this series of bikes has a *much* better price point, which should help it a great deal.

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Thunderhoof · 02-08-2013, 02:51 PM

They look good and are practical too. I hope this move works out for Honda.

gossman · 02-08-2013, 07:20 PM

I had a hard time deciding between the NC700x and the C50. That motor gets outstanding economy and is pretty quick.

Woodswoman · 02-08-2013, 07:43 PM

I greatly admire the design of the NC700X. Would love to try that riding position ... but, oh that seat height~! I'm not that tall. This new series of machines, however ... <drool>

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JamieC50 · 02-08-2013, 08:12 PM

Wow those look nice!

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the_snake1201 · 02-08-2013, 08:16 PM

You would LOVE the riding position, Chris. So much more comfortable than a cruiser.

02-08-2013, 10:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
pbryon Senior VR Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Saratoga County, NY Posts: 2,334 Thanks: 53 Thanked 237 Times in 138 Posts	New Honda CTX Series Unveiled today, Honda's new CTX series (comfort, technology, eXperience) is a bunch of new bikes, all with Honda's relatively new 670cc engine. Some interesting styles, and I like the mileage numbers and prices. Honda seems to be trying to buck the "need more horsepower" trend. Wonder if they'll be successful. Honda Unveils the 2014 CTX Series (CTX700N, CTX700) \| Ultimate MotorCycling __________________ '02 Volusia --> '03 VStrom 1000 --> '05 R1200GS

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BearBait Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tannersville, NY (Northern Catskills) Posts: 4,188 Thanks: 592 Thanked 535 Times in 371 Posts	You would think that those oughta sell like hot cakes! __________________ BearBait '11 Vulcan 1700 Vaquero (Ebony)

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Polovision Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA, Cameron Park. (Near Sacramento) Posts: 10,798 Thanks: 412 Thanked 304 Times in 239 Posts	Looks like a fun ride. __________________ My Rides in the west

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Woodswoman Senior VR Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Catskill Mountains, New York State Posts: 5,170 Thanks: 848 Thanked 863 Times in 560 Posts	Boy, Ma Honda is staking a LOT on this new engine and tranny! I find the design very reminiscent of the ill-fated Honda DN-01, which in the U.S. was a victim of the economic meltdown. Happily, this series of bikes has a much better price point, which should help it a great deal. . __________________ Woodswoman (a/k/a Mrs. BearBait) *Dum Vivimus, Vivamus!* 2010 Victory Cross Roads, "Doctor Pepper" Last edited by Woodswoman; 02-08-2013 at 12:05 PM.

02-08-2013, 07:43 PM	#8 (permalink)
Woodswoman Senior VR Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Northern Catskill Mountains, New York State Posts: 5,170 Thanks: 848 Thanked 863 Times in 560 Posts	I greatly admire the design of the NC700X. Would love to try that riding position ... but, oh that seat height~! I'm not that tall. This new series of machines, however ... <drool> . __________________ Woodswoman (a/k/a Mrs. BearBait) *Dum Vivimus, Vivamus!* 2010 Victory Cross Roads, "Doctor Pepper"

02-08-2013, 07:20 PM	#7 (permalink)
gossman VR Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: PDX, Oregon Posts: 216 Thanks: 41 Thanked 26 Times in 20 Posts	I had a hard time deciding between the NC700x and the C50. That motor gets outstanding economy and is pretty quick.

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JamieC50 VR Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 285 Thanks: 6 Thanked 39 Times in 36 Posts	Re: New Honda CTX Series Wow those look nice! Sent from my ADR6410LVW using Motorcycle.com App __________________ Central Kansas 1975 Kawasaki F9 350 1978 Honda Hawk II 2011 Suzuki C50T

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the_snake1201 Senior VR Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CT, Thomaston Posts: 3,686 Thanks: 82 Thanked 148 Times in 114 Posts	You would LOVE the riding position, Chris. So much more comfortable than a cruiser. __________________ 2011 BMW R1200RT Independent Auditor for the WFNR Relief Fund I'm not short...I'm size-manageable.

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