Honda Flagship Shop in Davao excites motorcycle enthusiasts
with new Honda Big Bike Showroom
Following the launch of its latest big bike collection in
Makati and Cebu, Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI), the leading motorcycle
manufacturer in the Philippines, just unveiled its new Big Bike Showroom in its
Flagship Shop in Buhangin, Davao City.
The new showroom is expected to excite motorcycle
enthusiasts in the region as it highlights a new feature to the flagship store.
As a premium hub for Honda’s growing community, this modern-design showroom was
built in partnership with DESMARK Corporation, one of the leading motorcycle
dealership of Honda.
Covering approximately 6,960 square meters, the store
features an extensive, multi-rack display of Honda products, a well-appointed
riders’ lounge, and a test ride area. These features are intended to showcase
Honda’s cutting-edge motorcycles, innovative power products, and genuine spare
parts.
With the addition of the new Big Bike Showroom, the
flagship store now highlights the latest collection of Honda Big Bikes. These
new bikes are designed especially for thrill seekers and adventurers who
require tough and heavy-duty motorcycles with bigger engine displacements. They
are also made to deliver the speed and performance, suited for highway cruising
and taking on rough terrains.
“Last December 2017 and January 2018, we first launched our
latest Big Bike collection in Manila Flagship Shop and Cebu Flagship shop,
respectively,” said Mr. Daiki Mihara, president of HPI. “However, since we
consider Davao as one of the important markets, we also see the value of
showcasing our latest Honda Big Bikes collection to the Dabawenyo public, here,
in our flagship store.”
A total of eight new Honda Big Bike models will be housed
in the showroom categorized into four types: Roadster, Sports/Racer, Traveler,
and New Adventure.
ROADSTER
Honda introduced its roadster category, starting with the
Rebel 500, which is designed for both laid-back cruising and a more active
sports riding. It features a rider’s triangle, as well as its 471cc
liquid-cooled, parallel-twin cylinder, four-stroke engine that is tucked in a
low chassis with a minimalist designAlso available is the CB650F, a
middleweight, naked street-style motorcycle with stylish exhaust pipes that
wrap around its four-cylinder, 649cc, DOHC inline engine. It also comes with a
new six-speed ratio gearbox, a two-channel ABS, a 41mm SDBV telescopic fork and
a fully adjustable Showa suspension for smoother riding.
The CB1100EX, on the other hand, has a classic design
integrating modern features with its seamless fuel tank, deep chrome exhausts,
17-inch cast aluminum wheels, and a hand-built look. It also has an air-cooled,
inline four-cylinder, 6-speed transmission, 1140cc engine, a two-piece front
fork, remote reservoir rear shocks, four-piston caliper brakes, floating discs,
and a sharper chassis. This model is set to arrive in the Philippine market
very soon.
SPORT/RACER
Meanwhile, for sports enthusiasts, Honda has the CBR500R, a
big bike infused with a next-level, inline-twin 471cc engine with power suited
for racing. Designers of the bike fused aggressive styling with its comfortable
framework for riding, as well as a traditional bike image and modern, sleek
design.
This middleweight sports bike has an aerodynamic fairing
and air ducts, specially designed all the way to the two-channel ABS and 41mm
SDBV telescopic fork.There is also the CBR1000RR FIREBLADE SP, which is
designed with the MotoGP racing DNA in mind. It is engineered to have
lightness, precision, and controllable handling as evidenced by its Selectable
Torque Control and Engine Break Systems, New ABS Brakes, Quickshifter, Riding
Mode Select System, Power Selector, and an ӦHLINS Smart EC Suspension. This
model is set to be available in the Philippine market very soon, along with
theCB1100EX.
TRAVELER
Honda’s Traveler Big Bikes include the CB500X, a
mid-displacement bike, designed for all-around use. It is also suited for
taking on any type of terrain. This bike also features a liquid-cooled, 471cc,
parallel-twin engine, suited for both short and long-distance rides, while
still being fuel efficient.
Honda also unveiled the CRF1000L Africa Twin. It has a
998cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke, parallel-twin engine and has the exclusive
Honda Selective Torque Control for efficient power delivery on a wide range of
road conditions. It is also perfect for adventure riding that requires natural
and athletic movements, especially since it is built with Biaxial
Counterbalance for strength and handling to deliver a smooth and vibration-free
ride.
NEW ADVENTURE
Finally, Honda introduced its New Adventure Category of Big
Scooter (Automatic) with the X-ADV featuring a unique crossover platform. It is
built around a strong, tubular-steel chassis and has a 745cc twin-cylinder
engine and Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) for firm handling on different road
surfaces and conditions.
To handle dirt roads, Honda X-ADV is also built with a 41mm
upside-down fork, a preload-adjustable Pro-Link rear shock, and a ground
clearance of 162mm. It is equipped with a five-way adjustable screen, tapered
aluminum handlebar, Africa Twin hand guards, Rally-style instrument display,
and center stand.
These Honda Big Bikes are now available in HPI’s Flagship
Shops in Davao, Cebu, and Makati, except for the CB1100EX and CBR1000RR
FIREBLADE SP, which are set to excite Filipino motorcycle geeks this 2018.
The Big Bike Showroom is open to Honda’s community of
riders in Davao. The shop is located at Km. 5, Buhangin Road, Davao City and is
open from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.
For more information on Honda Big Bikes and Flagship Shops,
visit www.hondaph.com or like Honda’s official Facebook page at
Facebook.com/HondaPH.
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