Honda revealed the new Crosstourer - a fresh motorcycle based on a concept presented in 2010. This model is budged as a sport tourer and features an unstoppable personality that helps it attack any terrain without baking down.

Perhaps it goes without saying that the Honda Crosstourer was built for adventure, thereby it comes with a strong engine and various systems designed to keep the performances to a high level.

Talking about the engine, the Honda Crosstourer is equipped with a lively liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, Unicam, 16-valve 76° V4 engine with PGM-FI electronic fuel injection.

The engine delivers a maximum toqure of 126Nm/6,500 rpm which is kept in leash by a six speed DCT transmission.

The motorcycle’s speed is kept in check by a Combined Antilock Braking System which optimises the balance of front and rear braking control to maximize the stopping power.

The Honda Crosstourer is offered with a starting price of £12,399.

Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 Honda Crosstourer.

2013 Honda Crosstourer

Specifications
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  • Model: 2013 Honda Crosstourer
  • Engine/Motor: Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Unicam 16-valve 76° V4
  • Horsepower: 70 @ 7750
  • Torque: 93 @ 6500
  • Transmission: 6-speed (DCT = D mode/S mode/Manual mode)
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Overview

Honda is proud to announce the expansion of its state-of-the-art V4 model line-up by introducing the new Crosstourer, first launched as a concept model in 2010 at the Milan EICMA show. The Crosstourer will deliver all the fun and excitement of a sports tourer; with the comfortable upright riding position and manoeuvrability of an adventure machine. This is underpinned by Honda's V4 expertise and Dual Clutch Transmission with new functionalities.

The development team wanted to create a motorcycle that gave the rider a sense of challenge and adventure; a perfect travel companion, while also offering a premium and unique design complemented by cutting edge technologies; A motorcycle that could conquer a long distance journey on fast major roads and motorways, or embark on an adventure to a remote destination in the mountains.

The Crosstourer delivers this by combining sports touring features, such as the powerful V4 engine configuration also found in the VFR1200F, with features found on off-road motorcycles such as long travel suspension and an upright riding position. This crossover between two biking genres makes the Crosstourer a unique and versatile package. Long-travel suspension - a feature of off-road machinery - smooths travel over rough terrain or on uneven road surfaces. The rugged suspension system also enhances ride quality and handling. The upright riding position provides comfort and command and outstanding visibility for the rider.

Like the Crossrunner, unveiled at EICMA in 2010, the Crosstourer provides the power of a V4 engine packaged in a crossover motorcycle. Honda's Dual Clutch Transmission system is a perfect fit with the Crosstourer's advanced, pioneering spirit. The twin-clutch transmission offers both manual gear shifting, using buttons on the handlebars, and stress-free fully automatic functionality which can be manually overridden whenever the rider chooses. The machine also comes equipped with a Traction Control System, which increases rider's reassurance on low-friction riding surfaces, ensuring the engine never transmits more power than the rear tyre can handle. Refinements such as Honda's Combined Anti-lock Braking System underline the motorcycle's all-weather, all-road capability - this machine really is ready for anything.

The Crosstourer sets a new standard in full size sport adventure sports touring motorcycles. It offers a unique combination of V4 engine performance with advanced technology for stability and handling - when riding solo or with a pillion - on all types of road surface and for all lengths of journey.

Features

-EURO-3. Complies with EURO-3 emissions regulations.

-Pro-Link Rear Suspension. Monoshock rear suspension utilises a triangular linkage system to progressively increase damping force through range of rear swingarm movement.

-Honda Multi-Action System. Cartridge-type front fork and rear damper design ensures a confident balance of compliant damping and precise handling.

-Honda Ignition Security System. Only allows the bike to be started by its original encoded keys to effectively protect against theft.

-Combined Antilock Brake System.Optimises the balance of front and rear braking control while counteracting tyre slip when braking over variable road conditions.

-UNICAM Engine features. innovative Unicam valve train, providing both the light weight of a compact single-cam drive and an optimum combustion chamber shape for maximum power at all engine speeds.

-V4-VTEC Engine.Honda’s unique 2-stage valve control system maximises power output across the rev range.

-Programmed Fuel Injection. Map-type computerised system maintains strong power and responsive performance in all conditions.

-Honda Evolutional Catalysing System. Oxygen-sensing system maintains an optimal air fuel mixture for the most effective catalytic reduction of exhaust emissions.

Specifications

Engine Type

Liquid-cooled 4-stroke Unicam 16-valve 76° V4

Carburation

PGM-FI electronic fuel injection

Compression Ratio

12: 1

Fuel Tank Capacity

21.5 litres

Ignition Timing

8.4° BTDC (idle speed)

Fuel Consumption

10 m/l (45.5 mpg) / DCT version 10.4 m/l (47.3 mpg)

Max. Torque

126Nm/6,500min-1 (95/1/EC)

Bore x Stroke

81 x 60mm

Ignition System

Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance

Max. Power Output

95kW/7,750min-1 (95/1/EC)

Engine Displacement

1,237cm3

Clutch

Wet multiplate (DCT = Wet multiplate, hydraulic 2-clutch)

Final Reduction

2.699 (37/39 x 19/17 x 28/11) / DCT = 2.706 (39/41 x 19/17 x 28/11)

Primary Reduction

1.738 (73T / 42T)

Final Drive

Enclosed shaft

Transmission Type

6-speed (DCT = D mode/S mode/Manual mode)

Fuel Tank Capacity

21.5litres

Seat Height

850mm

Ground Clearance

180mm

Wheelbase

1,595mm

Caster Angle

28°

Dimensions (L×W×H)

2,285 x 915 x 1,335mm

Kerb Weight

275kg (F: 132kg; R: 143kg) / DCT = 285kg (F: 138kg; R: 147kg)

Frame type

Diamond; aluminium twin-spar

Trail

107mm

Tyre Size Rear

150/70-R17

Wheels Front

Tube less spoked 19 x MT2.5

Suspension Front

43mm inverted telescopic forks with hydraulic damping, preload and rebound damping adjustment

Suspension Rear

Pro-Link with gas-charged damper, preload and stepless rebound damping adjustment

Tyre Pressures

Front: 250kPa Rear: 290kPa

Brakes Front

Dual 310mm disks, Combined ABS

Wheels Rear

Tube less spoked 17 x MT4

Brakes Rear

Single 276mm disk, Combined ABS

Tyre Size Front

110/80-R19

MSRP

£12,399*