HONDA  DN-01  POA Introduction Colours Specifications

Introduction Radical new styling that grabs attention from every angle. Form-fitting comfort that invites one to both sit on and to ride. Smooth response to every rider input, reacting with exhilarating performance at every twist of its throttle, and… no clutch! Not only that, no gear changer! Is this really a motorcycle? Or is it some strange kind of scooter?  With its astounding concept bike looks, long-and-low proportions, high-styled 17" wheels and powerful V-twin engine, Honda’s new DN-01 is most certainly a motorcycle. One that provides all the exhilarating riding enjoyment one would expect from the finest of its breed. But… no clutch. Instead, the DN-01 introduces to motorcycling the most advanced fully automatic transmission ever developed for any two-wheeled vehicle. One that provides all the strong power and acceleration one associates with ‘real’ motorcycle manual transmissions. One that frees its rider from the distracting complications of a manual transmission and opens the door to a new world of complete motorcycle riding enjoyment.  When the DN-01 first debuted at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, many thought it to be just another interesting Concept Bike design exercise that would disappear and be promptly forgotten like so many others before it. Its promise of strong performance delivered through an ‘infinitely variable HFT transmission’ seemed like another wild claim, like those often heard to describe automotive concept machines that never see the light of day. Little did people know that the DN-01’s long years of research and development would soon see fruition in a bold new production model which would carry all the styling impact and technological advancements of its initial concept, and still deliver on its promise of unparalleled riding ease and enjoyment. As its name implies, the new DN-01 is the very first of a unique breed of ‘Dream New’ motorcycles that will soon be blazing new trails to the future of two-wheeled riding ease and exhilaration that anybody can enjoy.  back to top Colours - Graphite Black - Pearl Amethyst Purple back to top Technical Specifications Engine       Type   Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve SOHC 52° V-twin           Displacement   680cm3           Bore x Stroke   81 x 66mm           Compression Ratio   10: 1           Max. Power Output   45kW/7,500min-1 (95/1/EC)           Max. Torque   64Nm/6,000min-1 (95/1/EC)           Idling Speed   1,200min-1           Oil Capacity   4litres               Fuel System       Carburation   PGM-FI electronic fuel injection           Throttle Bore   40mm           Aircleaner   Viscous, cartridge-type mesh net filter           Fuel Tank Capacity   15.1litres (including 3-litre LCD-indicated reserve)               Electrical System       Ignition System   Fully transistorised electronic           Ignition Timing   12° BTDC (idle) ~ 60° BTDC (5,500min-1)           Sparkplug Type   SIMR8A9 (NGK)           Starter   Electric           Battery Capacity   12V/12AH           ACG Output   450W           Headlight   12V, 55W x 2 (low)/55W x 1 (high)               Drivetrain       Clutch   HFT with internal hydraulic control           Clutch Operation   Automatic           Transmission Type   HFT (Continuously Variable Transmission)           Primary Reduction   1.136 (75/66)           Belt Converter Ratios   3~1           Final Reduction   1.4           Final Drive   Enclosed shaft               Frame       Type   Double-cradle; steel tube               Chassis       Dimensions (LxWxH)      2,315 x 820 x 1,115mm           Wheelbase   1,605mm           Caster Angle   28° 30'           Trail   114mm           Turning Radius   3.2m           Seat Height   690mm           Ground Clearance   135mm           Kerb Weight   270kg (F: 131kg; R: 139kg)           Max. Carrying Capacity   186kg           Loaded Weight   434kg (F: 165kg; R: 269kg)               Suspension       Type Front      41mm telescopic fork, 106mm axle travel           Rear      Single conventional dampers with 7-step adjustable spring preload, 120mm axle travel               Wheels       Type Front      U-section twin 5-spoke cast aluminium           Rear      U-section twin 5-spoke cast aluminium           Rim Size Front      17M/C x MT3.5           Rear      17M/C x MT6           Tyre Size Front      130/70-ZR17M/C (62W)           Rear      190/50-ZR17M/C (73W)           Tyre Pressure Front      225kPa           Rear      250kPa               Brakes       Type Front      296 x 4mm dual hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston callipers, ABS and sintered metal pads           Rear      276 x 6mm hydraulic disc with Combined dual-piston calliper, ABS and sintered metal pads           All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice. back to top