2014 Honda NM4 Vultus Concept
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Official Press:
Honda Exhibits World Premiere of New Concept Model "NM4"
TOKYO, Japan, March 21, 2014 - Honda held its press conference at the 30th Osaka Motorcycle Show 2014 today and unveiled the world premiere of two types of its new production model "NM4" as an exhibition model (planned for production).
The NM4 was developed under the keywords of "the Neo-futuristic" and "COOL," pursuing new, unique styling.
This NM4 was designed to realize two points; the design concept "the Front Massive Styling" and "the cockpit position" focusing on the sense of unity with the rider, that the rider can smoothly get into the vehicle. The low-setup cockpit position and adjustable backrest provide an enjoyable new riding feel. The instrument panel was designed to provide clear readability and the fun riding, as if the rider was experiencing part of a movie scene.
LED lamps are used on the headlight of the powerful-looking front fairing, the tail lamp and the turn signals. In addition, the utility boxes are set up on the right and left sides of the front fairing for small articles.
Two NM4 types were unveiled at the motorcycle show; the simply-configured "NM4-01" which emphasizes its wide, dynamic rear tire and attractive low silhouette, and the "NM4-02" which emanates a unique presence and features a prominent rear design (containing utility boxes on each side of the rear body).
The NM4 will also be exhibited at the 41st Tokyo Motorcycle Show from Friday, March 28 to Sunday, March 30 at Tokyo Big Sight.
•Key features of the NM4
・Length×Width×Height (mm) 2,380×810×1,170
・Seat Height (mm) 650
・Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke OHC inline 2-cylinder engine
・Displacement (cm3) 745
・Transmission Dual Clutch Transmission (standard equipment)
・Tires Front: 120/70ZR18M/C (59W)
Rear: 200/50ZR17M/C (75W)
TOKYO, Japan, March 21, 2014 - Honda held its press conference at the 30th Osaka Motorcycle Show 2014 today and unveiled the world premiere of two types of its new production model "NM4" as an exhibition model (planned for production).
The NM4 was developed under the keywords of "the Neo-futuristic" and "COOL," pursuing new, unique styling.
This NM4 was designed to realize two points; the design concept "the Front Massive Styling" and "the cockpit position" focusing on the sense of unity with the rider, that the rider can smoothly get into the vehicle. The low-setup cockpit position and adjustable backrest provide an enjoyable new riding feel. The instrument panel was designed to provide clear readability and the fun riding, as if the rider was experiencing part of a movie scene.
LED lamps are used on the headlight of the powerful-looking front fairing, the tail lamp and the turn signals. In addition, the utility boxes are set up on the right and left sides of the front fairing for small articles.
Two NM4 types were unveiled at the motorcycle show; the simply-configured "NM4-01" which emphasizes its wide, dynamic rear tire and attractive low silhouette, and the "NM4-02" which emanates a unique presence and features a prominent rear design (containing utility boxes on each side of the rear body).
The NM4 will also be exhibited at the 41st Tokyo Motorcycle Show from Friday, March 28 to Sunday, March 30 at Tokyo Big Sight.
•Key features of the NM4
・Length×Width×Height (mm) 2,380×810×1,170
・Seat Height (mm) 650
・Engine Type Liquid-cooled 4-stroke OHC inline 2-cylinder engine
・Displacement (cm3) 745
・Transmission Dual Clutch Transmission (standard equipment)
・Tires Front: 120/70ZR18M/C (59W)
Rear: 200/50ZR17M/C (75W)
2014 Honda NM4 Vultus Concept
Is this a glimpse into the future of Big Red? At the Osaka (Japan) Motorcycle Show, Honda took the covers off of two versions of its new production model “NM4,” said to be planned for production in the near future.
Honda often develops keywords for its concept bikes, words that help their design and engineering team to measure the bike against emotional goals. For the 2014 Honda NM4 Vultus concept bike, the keywords were “Neo-futuristic” and “provocative.” The limited photographic evidence that we’ve seen so far seems to suggest that Honda’s designers have hit the target.
There’s a definite kinship with the CTX design language, with long, low and horizontal elements prevailing. Full LED lighting, swept-back handlebars and sleek, integrated luggage and bodywork take the visual impact of the CTX family a step further into the future. The Honda NM4 Vultus is announced with a seriously low seat height (650 mm or 25.59″), a 745cc inline two-cylinder engine and a dual clutch transmission, riding on an 18″ front and 17″ rear wheel. The rear tire is 200 mm wide, which should give the bike an aggressive look from the rear.
No word yet on a production date, or whether or not we’ll get to see the NM4 here in the United St.
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