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E4-01 Concept Bike

Honda unveiled it's E4-01 concept scooter-bike-tourer to the Australian public at the Melbourne Motorcycle Expo

Honda

Concealed beneath the E4-01's sleek rider friendly form are a host of advanced technologies that give the automatic sports bike a high degree of both comfort and performance. Offering the performance of a super sports bike with the comfort of a scooter, this remarkable machine is a feast for the five senses.

Fluid styling that is both elegant and attractive

With its curvaceous styling and sleek lines, the E4-01 looks right at home parked in front of a luxury hotel. The first motorcycle in the world to feature a high performance multi dimensional shaft drive, together with a compact engine configuration, the result is space for the driver and styling never before seen on two wheels .Beneath the provocative lines is a surprising functionality, with space for two helmets in the underseat storage compartment.

Fully equipped for riding pleasure

The world’s first motorcycle to feature Dynamic Airscreen, the E4-01 features an opening in the front cowl directed to an outlet at the top of the screen. This technology significantly reduces wind noise and wind blast while reducing rider fatigue, all without degrading visibility. The step through enhances operating in a wide range of riding situations and positions. This design also offers the passenger excellent wind protection.

The sports automatic; Easy to operate and exiting to ride

Equipped with the newly developed 'sports automatic' transmission, the E4-01 is easy to operate, while still delivering elegant yet exiting performance. The automatic transmission of the E4-01 transmits engine power to the rear wheel smoothly and efficiently, making for exiting ride quality while greatly reducing fatigue during stop-and-go city riding.  

published 8/10/2006