Honda Adventure Roads set to return to Africa in 2024

  Honda Adventure Roads set to return to Africa in 2024 Honda Adventure Roads heads to Morocco in 2024 for its fourth edition *    First of three annual events in three different continents *    An unforgettable adventure awaits aboard the CRF1100L Africa Twin across terrain that will challenge any rider’s capabilities. *    30 participants will all benefit from first-hand tuition from Honda’s HRC Dakar Rally riders. *    ‘Turnkey’ package with all bikes, guidance, food and…

Honda RoadSync

Honda RoadSync is currently not available in Ireland only in India, Thailand, the U.K., and parts of Europe.

E10 FUEL UPDATE

Motorcycles All Honda motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds, produced for the EU market since 1993 YM (year model), are compatible with E10 petrol. However, those equipped with carburettors could experience ‘poor driveability’ in cold weather conditions when using this fuel.    ATVs All Honda ATVs produced for the EU market since 1993 YM (year model), are compatible with E10 petrol. However, those equipped with carburettors could experience ‘poor driveability’ in cold weather…

Eric Galbraith

Honda Distributors The directors, management and staff of Honda Distributors are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of our friend, former director and colleague. Eric Galbraith We offer our deepest condolences to his wife Bernie, his children, his brother Robert (our Chairman) and all the wider Galbraith family. Eric was a fantastic guy, great fun, a great competitor, and his enthusiasm for all things good enriched those around him. He will be very sadly missed but never forgotten.

23YM HONDA ST125 DAX

Honda’s pocketful of mini motorcycles has struck a chord with young and old riders alike. The re-imagined Monkey 125 tugs at heart strings that remember the golden 1970s while  providing thoroughly modern, compact and funky urban transport for riders of any age. The MSX125 Grom serves up left-field, customisable style for ‘Generation Y’ but also as perfect paddock transport in the worlds of car and bike racing. For 23YM a new bike joins the fold. The ST125 Dax fully owns the genuine…

23YM HONDA CB750 HORNET

The Hornet’s brand-new engine packs a great deal of Honda’s engineering prowess into a small space. Headline numbers: 755cc parallel twin-cylinder, 67.5kW peak power and 75Nm torque. With wet weight of 190kg it has a class-leading power-to-weight ratio of 0.36kW per kg / 2.81kg per kW.   Compact, competition CRF-derived Unicam eight-valve cylinder heads employ downdraft air intakes and a Vortex Flow Duct to ensure optimal combustion. A 270° crank delivers feel and character; the…

23YM HONDA XL750 TRANSALP

The Transalp’s design projects an unmistakeable feeling of adventure touring in a package that works superbly on the road. The long-legged stance makes a strong statement of adventurous intent, while the fairing and screen work together to deliver wind protection without bulk. The overall look is sleek, simple and clean.   The engine packs a great deal of Honda’s engineering prowess into a small space and provides strong response across the rev-range – just what’s needed for either…

23YM HONDA CL500

New Model: Honda’s new CL500 strikes a rich retro vein, with inspiration from the original CLs of the 60s and 70s. Using the A2-licence compatible twin-cylinder engine of Honda’s CB500 series, it applies a new tubular diamond-structure steel frame, long-travel suspension and 19/17-inch front/rear wheel combination to good effect. It’s born ready for the rigours of urban travel as much as it is light off-road. The head-turning style is rich with details such as rounded fuel tank, knee…

Historic victory for Ricky Brabec and Honda at the Dakar 2020

Over 30 years have passed since Honda last triumphed in the Dakar Rally. In 2020, Monster Energy Honda Team has once again laid claim to the coveted bronze Tuareg prize. Ricky Brabec makes history to become the first ever American to win the world’s toughest and cruelest rally. After eight years in pursuit of glory, the dream has finally come true. Ricky Brabec rewarded Honda with a much desired victory. Honda had returned to the Dakar in 2013 after a 23-year absence, yet after numerous stage…