2010 Honda NT700V ABS

Honda brought their all-new NT700V touring motorcycle to the United States last autumn. Having gained popularity and selling pretty well in Europe for years, Honda’s mid-sized V-Twin is claimed to be a versatile, user-friendly and fuel efficient motorcycle that allows riders to use it both to commute and live adventures on depending on what day of the week it is. Behind all the touring fun and excitement sits a consecrated (on the old continent) liquid-cooled 52-degree V-Twin displacing 680cc as a result of an 81mm bore and 66mm stroke as well as 10:1 compression ratio. Each cylinder’s four valves are controlled through a single overhead cam, while gas is fed into the engine by Honda’s programmed fuel injection system. The engine is coupled to a five-speed tranny, which should keep things lively and interesting at all times while also maintaining good mileage.

Knowing about the standard model’s 566 lbs curb weight (571 on the ABS model) and the gas tank’s 5.2 gallons capacity, we reckon the NT700V should beg for more gas after around 200 miles during long haul traveling and approximately 165 miles around town. This qualifies the bike as a great alternative for those who have long been waiting to join the big league, but don’t feel like spending too much money on big touring bikes, which aren’t that helpful around town either.

With a 26.5-degree rake and 4.5 inches trail, the bike should be very maneuverable even at slow speeds also thanks to the low center of gravity and 58.1 inches wheelbase. The rider’s bottom will sit at 31.7 inches above the ground, which is acceptable. Price of this bike will be $9,999 US Dollars.