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Pursuing the concept of “harmony with people” Honda has developed a new personal mobility technology and unveiled U3-X, a compact experimental device that fits comfortably between the rider’s legs, to provide free movement in all directions just as in human walking – forward, backward, side-to-side, and diagonally. Honda will continue research and development of the device including experiments in a real-world environment to verify the practicality of the device.

This new personal mobility device makes it possible to adjust speed and move, turn and stop in all directions when the rider leans the upper body to shift body weight. This was achieved through application of advanced technologies including Honda’s balance control technology, which was developed through the robotics research of ASIMO, Honda’s bipedal humanoid robot, and the world’s first^* omni-directional driving wheel system (Honda Omni Traction Drive System, or HOT Drive System), which enables movement in all directions, including not only forward and backward, but also directly to the right and left and diagonally. In addition, this compact size and one-wheel-drive personal mobility device was designed to be friendly to the user and people around it by making it easier for the rider to reach the ground from the footrest and placing the rider on roughly the same eye level as other people or pedestrians.

Honda is planning to showcase the U3-X at the 41^st Tokyo Motor Show 2009 (sponsored by JAMA) which will begin on October 24, 2009 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan.

Striving to propose the next-generation mobility which expands the joy and fun of mobility, Honda has been conducting robotics research since 1986, including ASIMO, walking assist devices and U3-X, at the Honda R&D Co., Ltd. Fundamental Technology Research Center in Wako, Saitama, Japan.

Interceptor is a street bike with  a fuel-injected, VTEC-equipped V-4, the sophisticated twin-spar all-aluminum chassis design, and Combined Braking System (with an optional Anti-lock Braking System) for starters.

If you’re looking for a bike that puts the “sport” in sport-touring, look no further than the Interceptor. Its potent V-4 VTEC® engine and excellent handling make this the long-range bike of choice for those who hunt out twisty backroads.

Price: $11,999 – $12,999

Key Features:

Power @ RPM: 108 hp 80 kW @ 10500 rpm
Engine:    V4 781 Cc
Transmission:    6-speed
Top Speed:    +/-135mph mph
Torque:    80 Nm 59 ft-lb @ 8750 rpm
Energy:    Injection. Programmed Fuel Injection [PGM-FI] with automatic enricher circuit

Unique Features:

• Revolutionary VTEC combines the power characteristics of both two- and four-valve cylinder-head designs. The engine runs on two valves per cylinder below 6400 rpm, then switches to four valves per cylinder to deliver significantly stronger low-end and mid-range torque while maintaining the Interceptor’s impressive high-rpm power delivery.
• Unique Pro Arm® Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).
• Pro-Link® Rear Suspension (see Technology Section).
• Unique center-up exhaust system incorporates two stainless-steel mufflers tucked beneath the Interceptor’s tail section.
• Large-diameter 43mm Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) cartridge front fork provides enhanced handling under all riding conditions (see Technology Section).
• Combined Braking System (CBS) (see Technology Section).
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) model available (see Technology Section).
• Four brilliant multireflector headlights employ two centrally positioned H4 low/high beams positioned under two widely spaced H7 high beams for brilliant nighttime illumination.

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The Honda CBR600RR is a 599 cc (36.6 cu in) Honda super sport motorcycle that was introduced in 2003 as a race replica version of Honda’s CBRFx series motorcycles. It has won every world supersport title since its introduction in 2003.

On 5 September, 2008, Honda introduced a revised CBR600RR for the 2009 model year. Following the “Combined ABS” prototype, the new CBR600RR will have an available option of “Combined ABS”. Other changes include updates to the engine which improved torque from 8000 rpm to 12000 rpm, improved fairings that enhance stability and reduce noise emission levels, and new color schemes which were designed to attract a wider range of riders.

Price: $10,499 – $11,499

Features:

Available in two versions: one with conventional brakes, and one offering Honda’s revolutionary Combined ABS— a huge breakthrough in sportbike technology.

• MotoGP-derived Honda Electronic Steering Damper (HESD) improves handling, reduces headshake, but still keeps steering light at low speeds.
• Compact, liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve 599cc four-stroke inline four- cylinder engine produces championshipwinning power.
• Ram-air system helps boost power, especially at higher speeds.
• Radial-mounted front-brake calipers and radial-activated front-brake master cylinder offer superior brake feel and feedback

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