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Page 1 of 3 FIRST LOOK: HONDA S WING 125 AND 150
INTRODUCTION
One of the largest and fastest growing segments of Europe’s diverse
motorcycle market continues to be the exciting 125/150cc scooter class.
These entry-level scooters has been consistently attracting new
customers from all age groups, salary levels and ranges of experience,
whether recently licensed novices or seasoned riders looking for quick,
easy and economical transport.
The
main attractions of the 125cc class of scooters include their
exceptional riding ease, strong performance and comfortably roomy
two-up riding capability. Besides offering a quick, convenient and
economical way of running one’s errands, getting around town, or simply
enjoying a day out with friends, this class of scooters has also gained
the interest of a rapidly growing segment of urban commuters who have
come to discover that scooters offer a smart and efficient alternative
to the family car and public transportation for beating rush hour
traffic and meeting one’s appointments.
Smaller scooters have also
been taking the lead as environmentally friendly modes of
transportation. New technologies such as advanced computerised fuel
injection and low emissions systems have helped their
small-displacement 4-stroke engines make significant strides in a
cleaner and quieter new age of rising fuel costs and stricter emissions
regulations.
Honda offers a wide selection of scooters in the 125
and 150cc classes, nearly all designed, developed and produced in
Europe. Each model features its own distinctive image and sense of
style, and all are powered by advanced liquid-cooled 4-stroke engines
which offer strong performance, quiet, dependable, low-cost operation
and ultra-low exhaust emissions.
Building on the expanding
popularity of scooters as a useful mode of transportation, Honda now
proudly debuts another distinctive new 125/150cc model. The attractive
new S-Wing not only features modern styling, pleasurable riding and
operating ease, and the latest fuel injection and low-emissions systems
for maximised economy and reliability, and minimised impact on the
environment, it also introduces to the Honda 125cc class the
cutting-edge technological advancement of our lightweight, responsive
and confidence-inspiring Combined Antilock Brake System. With all this
and more, the new S-Wing gathers together the best features of Honda’s
mid-sized scooter line-up in a luxurious and stylish new
small-displacement commuter that offers style, comfort, convenience and
dependable economy for pleasurable days of commuting, errand-running or
carefree riding enjoyment.
MAIN FEATURES
The all-new S-Wing 125 and S-Wing 150 combine sophisticated styling,
luxurious comfort and strong, economical performance in a leading
executive-class business commuter that places the accent on quality in
its every detail.
STYLING FEATURES
- Attractive ‘Executive Class’ design and proportions exude a heightened sense of quality and prestige in the 125cc scooter class.
- Broad, aerodynamic front cowl with tall, integrated windscreen provides excellent protection against the wind and elements.
- Large dual multi-reflector headlights with integrated indicators and position lights ensure superb visibility night and day.
- Comfortably contoured stepped seat with low 775mm seat height offers an
ideal balance of rider eye level and long-term riding ease.
- Large, easy-access compartment under locking seat provides ample
carrying capacity with room for a briefcase, two helmets or other
travelling necessities.
- Moulded resin carrier rack integrates passenger grab rails and quick-attach mount for a specially designed 35-litre top box.
PERFORMANCE FEATURES
- Deluxe Combined-ABS version introduces the first full front and rear
Antilock Brake System ever featured on a Honda 125cc-class scooter, for
the ultimate in braking control.
- Liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 125cc engine delivers strong performance, quick acceleration and lowest emissions in its class.
- Compliant, sure-handling 33mm motorcycle-style telescopic front fork.
- Dependable dual-damper rear suspension provides a comfortable ride for one or two.
- Large-diameter 240mm front and 220mm rear Combined disc brakes provide Standard version with smoothly responsive stopping ease.
DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT
In conceptualising the elegant new S-Wing, Honda’s European designers
set out to create a premium quality scooter that offers luxurious
riding comfort, strong, economical performance, the supreme operating
ease of Antilock Brakes and a timeless look of modern style for the
business commuter. Starting from the basic concept of creating an
Executive Class Business Scooter of the highest quality and prestige in
its class, the S-Wing’s development team set out to incorporate many of
the most advanced features to be found in Honda’s broad line-up of
scooters. From its full-bodied, aerodynamic form, which provides a
refined expression of fine automotive styling in its elegant contours,
to its comfortable configuration, supple seat and ample carrying
capacity, the new S-Wing offers both the look and feel of solid,
reassuring quality infused with fresh, distinctive style.
Like
most of the more recent models in Honda’s diverse 125/150cc scooter
line-up, the new S-Wing is powered by a strong, smooth and highly
reliable liquid-cooled 4-stroke engine that features Honda’s latest
fully integrated computerised fuel injection system for
small-displacement engines. Renowned for easy starting, smooth
performance and low fuel consumption, this engine also features Honda’s
most advanced HECS3 oxygen-sensing low-emissions system for some of the
cleanest exhaust emissions in the motorised world, and a major step
toward a new future of environmentally friendly vehicles.
Other
attractions include the S-Wing’s smoothly responsive dual disc Combined
Brake system, convenient under-seat storage compartment and easy riding
comfort. Of particular note, the deluxe version of the S-Wing
introduces the famed Honda Antilock Brake System to our 125cc/150cc
class of scooters for the first time ever. Giving busy urban lifestyles
a liberating sense of motivation with effortless control, the new
S-Wing’s clean, responsive performance and carefree operation help make
it an eye-catching, high-quality scooter that’s just right for every
occasion.
Designed in the proudest Honda tradition to appeal to the
needs of a broad cross-section of commuters and discerning riders
looking for quick, easy and economical transport around town that also
features luxurious comfort and class-leading technology, the new
S-Wing’s premium quality and outstanding value will certainly make it a
popular model on Europe’s business commuter scene for years to come
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