Honda NC700 series

Honda NC700 series

2012 NC700SA
Manufacturer Honda Motor Company
Production 2012–
Class Standard
Engine Honda RC61 670 cc (41 cu in) SOHC parallel-twin, 4-stroke, 4 valves per cylinder, liquid-cooled
Bore / stroke 73 mm × 80 mm (2.9 in × 3.1 in)
Compression ratio 10.7:1
Power 38 kW (51 hp) @ 6,250 rpm
Torque 61 N·m (45 lb·ft) @ 4,750 rpm
Ignition type Electronic
Transmission 6-speed
Frame type Rigid tube steel diamond
Suspension 41 mm (1.6 in) telescopic forks, 120 mm (4.7 in) travel
Brakes 320 mm (13 in) single wavy hydraulic disc with 3-piston calipers and sintered metal pads (front), 240 mm (9.4 in) single wavy hydraulic disc with single-piston caliper and sintered metal pads (rear)
Tires 120/70-ZR17M/C (58W) front, 160/60-ZR17M/C (69W) rear
Wheelbase 1,525 mm (60.0 in)
Dimensions L: 2,195 mm (86.4 in)
W: 760 mm (30 in)
H: 1,130 mm (44 in)
Seat height 790 mm (31 in) (S)
830 mm (33 in) (X)
800 mm (31 in) (X Type LD - JDM )
Weight 211 kg (NC700S)
215 kg (NC700SA)
218 kg (NC700X)
225 kg (NC700SD) (wet)
Fuel capacity 14.1 L
Fuel consumption 3.58 L/100 km (79 mpg-imp; 65.7 mpg-US) (claimed)
Turning radius 3.0 m (9.8 ft)
Related Honda NM4

The Honda NC700 series is a family of motorcycles produced by Honda since 2012. NC700 series was a 'new concept' bike designed for commuters, new or veteran riders. The series also includes the motorcycle/scooter hybrid NC700D Integra. The NC700 series is classed as a commuter model bike which has incorporated design and mechanical elements from various motorcycle types. The riding position is similar to standard bike styles. There is a helmet-sized internal storage in place of the traditional fuel tank, which in turn is located under the seat.[1] The series is often marketed as fun to ride, easy to handle and very fuel efficient.[2][3]

Models & variants

The storage compartment and under seat fuel tank of a NC700SA

NC700S

Basic model with naked bike styling. The NC700SA model is also available with the addition of a combined antilock braking system.[4] The NC700SD has a dual-clutch transmission, which allows the rider to switch between manual gear shifts or automatic shifts.

NC700X

Styling of NC700X has reference to road and dual-sport motorcycles. It was released in late 2011 in Europe.[5] The NC700XA model adds the combined antilock braking system.[6]

NC750S and NC750X

In Europe, Australia and Canada,[7] 745 cc variants are available as the NC750S and NC750X, with slightly larger 77 mm cylinder bore producing 40.3 kilowatts (54.0 hp).[8] Torque is 68Nm.[9]

NC700D and NC750D Integra

The NC700D Integra is a motorcycle/scooter hybrid made by Honda since 2012. In Europe it is sold as the NC750D with the larger 745 cc engine.[10]

CTX700 and CTX700N

The CTX700 has cruiser-style forward placed footpegs, wide handlebars, and a fairing; the CTX700N is a "naked" with just a small fairing around the headlamp.[11]

Engine

The NC700 series is powered by a single overhead camshaft 670 cc (41 cu in) parallel-twin engine that is tilted 62˚ forward to provide a low centre of gravity, with near uniform weight distribution.[12][13] The undersquare engine has programmed fuel injection, separate timing profiles for each cylinder,[14][15][16] and is tuned to deliver powerful torque in the low- to mid-speed range.[15] The engine was designed to deliver a "pleasant throbbing feel" of a V-twin through the use of a 270˚ crankshaft, which Honda "deliberately designed with a uniaxial primary balancer" even though the primary vibration of the crankshaft could have been balanced perfectly using a biaxial balance shaft.[17][18] The fuel consumption figure of 3.58 L/100 km (79 mpg-imp; 65.7 mpg-US) has been attributed to the low number of moving parts in the engine the oil pump is driven by the balance shaft, while the camshaft also drives the water pump.[17] The design also resulted in water hoses that were 30% shorter.[12] The pistons are resin-coated and lightweight aluminum material is used for the friction-reducing roller rocker arm.[16]

Transmission

The NC700X, NC700S and NC700SA come with a six-speed manual gearbox while the Integra and the NC700SD come standard with a second generation of the six-speed dual-clutch transmission first used on the Honda VFR1200F. The version used on the Integra and NC700SD is lighter and more compact due to a simplified hydraulic circuit; a learning function has also been added to each of the drive modes to detect a variety of riding environments.[16] The system uses heavy duty large-diameter clutches to deal with the rigours of use in stop/start city traffic.[17]

"Drive" mode on the transmission generally selects a high gear ratio, keeping engine speeds between 2,000 and 2,500 rpm, while selecting "Sport" keeps the engine running at a higher speed for more power on the open road.[19]

References

  1. "Honda’s Naked Commuter". Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  2. "2012 Honda NC700SA Review". Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  3. Pickett, Bob. "Is Cheap Fuel a False Economy? Honda NC700S Review |web". Retrieved 12 August 2012.
  4. Ash, Kevin. "Honda Australia NC700SA". Retrieved 20 July 2012.
  5. Ash, Kevin. "Honda NC700X UK ride". The Telegraph. Retrieved 12 July 2012.
  6. Bastien, Pascal. "www.moto123.com". Retrieved 20 July 2012.
  7. http://www.insidemotorcycles.com/news/industry-news/item/1533-honda-canada-reveals-nc750-range-and-remainder-of-2014-lineup.html
  8. NC750S / Overview, Honda Motor Europe Limited, retrieved 2014-04-05
  9. http://www.hondaireland.ie/motorcycles/street/nc750sa/technical-specification/|accessdate=2015-07-17
  10. Integra (NC750D) / Overview, Honda Motor Europe Limited, retrieved 2014-04-05
  11. Mark Tuttle (September 3, 2013), 2014 Honda CTX700 Road Test, Rider Magazine
  12. 1 2 van der Linden, Paco. "INTRODUCTIE: HONDA INTEGRA". Motor Freaks. Retrieved 15 May 2012.
  13. 125cc and Scooters (PDF). United Kingdom: Honda (UK) Motorcycles. 2012.
  14. "Global 700cc Engine Technical Details". Honda. 2012. Retrieved 17 January 2013.
  15. 1 2 Hanlon, Mike. "Honda announces next generation motorcycle engines with outstanding fuel economy and useability". Retrieved 28 May 2012.
  16. 1 2 3 Beeler, Jensen. "700cc Honda Integra Motor for Mid-Sized Motorcycles". Asphalt & Rubber. Retrieved 28 May 2012.
  17. 1 2 3 Bowman, Zach. "Honda stuns world by showing off surprise new Integra". Autoblog. Retrieved 15 May 2012.
  18. "Technical details. Uniaxial primary balancer". Honda. Retrieved 20 September 2012.
  19. Abaidullah, Rana. "Honda Integra 700 C-ABS 2012". Latest Bikes Info. Retrieved 25 May 2012.

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