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Well OP if you need help getting US spec parts to deristrict the bike, I certainly can help out. If the wiring harness is the same as the 2008 to 2011 you could pick up a used one on ebay and and ECU and bring to Thailand.

Here's a 2008 to 2011 harness:

http://www.ebay.com/...=item19cd861e86

here's an ECU

http://www.ebay.com/...=item2a192e667d

Any idea what the total cost is for derestriction? I'm going to do it for sure when the warranty is up. Thanks.

Thanks for the responses guys. I had read that Yamaha makes some bikes in India and that Suzuki makes some of their bikes in China and Taiwan. I was just wondering if the bikes they have available on the Thai market were made in Japan, or other countries.

Suzuki and Yamaha have factories all over the world, from Brazil to Vietnam, from Indonesia to India, but for now most large discplacement motorcycles are still manufactured in Japan.

I figured as much for the small bikes, but wasn't sure about how it worked with the big bikes. Thanks.

Generally I know a lot of the guys here don't mind but I'd not want to deal with the older import bikes, getting parts, warranty, etc are all going to be a hassle. Noooooo thank you.

Better jump on a brand new bike with dealer support.... If I'd get my first 1000 cc bike I'd maybe not mind if it "only" had 120hp. But then I am a newb

Congrats on that beauty

It's a good point about the peace of mind of having full dealer support but I have to wonder in reality what sort of spare parts inventory Honda Thailand will carry for this bike, and how experienced their mechanics will be with big bikes. I know guys with imported Yamaha big bikes (bought from the main dealer in BKK) and when they need a spare part then Yamaha just import it for them and it can take several weeks. I believe the same was true with the ZX10's bought from Kawasaki. Hopefully Honda will do a better job with this, it might depend on how many they sell though.

Anyway, just to re-iterate Submaniac's point I'm not intending to be overly negative, just discussing the relative merits as we do with all new bike releases in LOS .

Yes, it will be interesting to see how the spare part situation plays out when the Big Wing Center opens. I've been told that the technicians that will do the service there have already been to Japan for training. They are also have been undergoing continuous training here. Honda's reputation will be on the line when the Big Wing Center opens. I'm sure they realize this, and will get it right.

Also, I would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support. I was actually expecting about 10 pages of flames.

I think I've found the Japanese specs.

http://www.honda.co.jp/CBR1000RR/spec/

Converted, it appears that HP is only about 119. However, torque comes in at a respectable 71 ft/lbs.

^ Puts me right off buying an older CBR400 etc.

Great cheap bike if you have decent contacts, but if you don't...

Don't suppose you can get Honda Big Wing to start selling 20 year old inline-4s with service and parts on hand, Brian.

Sure, we'll call it The Old Wing Center.

I wish any of the factories would have tours - Nice to see how it is done. I would even pay to watch my new bike made and ride it off so to speak

I've always wanted to do that myself. Perhaps they could let you put the last bolt in your new bike as well. If Honda ever starts making big bikes here, maybe I could arrange a tour. Unless of course, it's all top secret.

Thanks for the responses guys. I had read that Yamaha makes some bikes in India and that Suzuki makes some of their bikes in China and Taiwan. I was just wondering if the bikes they have available on the Thai market were made in Japan, or other countries.

All the teens and young guys love the skinny tires. They aren't worried about the possible consequences. Don't you guys remember when you thought you would live forever? By the way, how was the ride?

I know Kawasaki is the only manufacturer out of the big four that makes big bikes here in Thailand. I also know that the new Honda big bikes that will be on offer here are going to be made in Japan. What about Yamaha and Suzuki? Are the bikes they have available at official dealers here made in Japan or other countries? I've tried Google, but can't seem to get any clear answers. Thanks in advance for any help.

Brian

You know just wanted to say sorry if it sounded like I was coming down on your bike. I mean it is your time, since you just got a new toy. so congrats. Perhaps you should change the avatar from the Honda PCX.

No problem, I didn't feel that way at all. As this my first liter bike (bought on a whim), I value all responses and opinions given. Also, you are right about the PCX avatar. It is looking a bit stale.

Congrats on the new bike. Understand you don't want full power and are happy to pay a premium for the warranty.

Personally I'd jump on one of the squeaky clean US Spec '08 CBR1000RR's sitting at Red Baron for only 470 and 480k Baht respectively-

The 2012 model CBR1000RR is not much changed from the '08...

Thanks, those are very nice looking bikes with great prices. I just prefer to buy my vehicles new.

Beautiful bike, I'm envious! Interesting to know how much Red Baron quote for a full spec USA bike.

About 100,000 bht cheaper apparently

I don't think that is the on the road price. You would still have to pay for emission testing, green book, and plate.

I really like the new CBR1000RR but I kind of agree that it's a lot to pay for a bike that puts out about the same hp as a 600 but weighs more. If 120hp is enough then why not get the cheaper and lighter 600? If you de-restrict it then I'm pretty sure you'll end up paying about 100k more and lose the warranty.

Anyway, not wishing to be negative just giving my thoughts. 120hp will still be a lot of fun and it's a lovely looking bike IMO.

The CBR 1000 is already one of the lightest bikes in the class at 212 kg. If Honda had released a 600, I would have gotten it. However, when I saw the 1000 at the show, I couldn't resist. Just curious, but what 600 cc bikes available in Thailand put out 120hp?

Can the Honda one be chipped up to USA spec or does it involve more like exhaust changes etc.

I've been told it can be brought up to U.S. specs. I'm not sure exactly what is involved. Newf knows how to do it though. I'm sure he can provide more info.

I am kind of disappointed with the "new" cbr1000rr. It actually is pretty much the same bike (with different front fairing and headlight) as the 2008 model. 150 hp? That's the other thing. My 2006 CBR1000rr made 150 hp when motorcycle USA (the same website you posted about) tested it in 2005: http://www.motorcycl...First-Ride.aspx

I like the looks of the previous generation of bikes much better, not just on the Honda, but all of them.

The Showa big piston front forks and the balance free rear shocks were a nice addition. While it doesn't have traction control, with the balance free system, it is not needed.

I agree that previous generations of bikes, for the most part were more powerful.

What were the details on the 700 they had there, it was very appealing.

They had the NC700 priced at 451,000. It comes in red, white, or black. This might come as a surprise, but out of Honda's 6 new big bikes, it had the most pre-orders.

I recently put in a pre-order for the new CBR 1000RR. It has a 799,999 baht on the road price, comes with a 2 year warranty, and can be serviced at Honda's Big Wing Center.

AP Honda is offering financing through Krungsri and Ratchatanee Leasing. They were both offering 3.75% percent interest per year at The Bangkok Motorbike Festival. However, I think this was a promotional rate.

Here are Motorcycle USA's first look and first ride reports. Keep in mind that this version has 150 hp, while the one available here has Japanese specs and is restricted to 120 hp.

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/625/11139/Motorcycle-Article/2012-Honda-CBR1000RR-First-Look.aspx

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/115/11800/Motorcycle-Article/2012-Honda-CBR1000RR-First-Ride.aspx

yes 1 baht but only for injection honda, carburator not, i bought my bike saturday and they said come on 9th and tell your friends but only injection

I think sumet cycle and some other honda dealers had this promo last year

what a wonderful idea ,hello kawasaki ? are you listening ?

We are doing it this year, but we are holding it at my brother-in-law's branch (Ake Cycle) on Saturday, April 11th. He is just north of us on Tiwanon Rd. behind Mueng Tong Thani. I'll get the GPS coordinates and post them here.

is it given in the form of vouchers or is the gas actually at the honda dealerships ?

You get the gas directly from the participating dealers.

yes 1 baht but only for injection honda, carburator not, i bought my bike saturday and they said come on 9th and tell your friends but only injection

I think sumet cycle and some other honda dealers had this promo last year

what a wonderful idea ,hello kawasaki ? are you listening ?

We are doing it this year, but we are holding it at my brother-in-law's branch (Ake Cycle) on Saturday, April 11th. He is just north of us on Tiwanon Rd. behind Mueng Tong Thani. I'll get the GPS coordinates and post them here.

We have a new Click 125i available for test rides, if anyone is interested. Thanks.

Brian

AP Honda did quite a bit of flood relief last year. Here is a piece from The Nation.

AP Honda Co Ltd, the biggest player in the motorcycle market joins forces with its business partners to offer free maintenance service after the flood recedes in six provinces in the Central region.

During Nov 15 and Nov 29, free services under the "Honda Cares for Flood Victims" project cover the replacement of lubricant oil, gear oil, spark plugs, air filter, as well as engine check-up and maintenance. This will be carried out by a caravan of 72 technicians.

Joining the campaign are Honda dealers, Ministry of Education’s Office of Vocational Education Commission (OVEC), Ministry of Interior’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM). They will visit Nakhon Sawan, Uthai Thani, Sing Buri, Angthong, Lop Buri, and Ayutthaya.

"The service will also be considered for other flood-affected areas when the flood recedes until the situation returns to normal," said Chiaki Kato, president of AP Honda Co Ltd.

The caravan will first be at Uttayan Nakhon Sawan from November 15 to 17; Clock Tower in Uthai Thani from November 19 to 21; Fa Krob Klong, Sing Buri from November 23 to 25; and City Hall, Angthong from November 27 to 29. The second team will visit Si Nakhon, Nakhon Sawan from November 15 to 17; Wong Wian Sa Kaew, Lop Buri from November 19 to 21; Pridi Bridge, Ayutthaya from November 23 to 26; and in front of Somchai Motor Sale in Tha Rua, Ayutthaya from November 28 to 29. Vocational students joining the caravan will receive on-the-job training.

Since the beginning of the flood, Honda and its dealers have helped the victims with life-relief packets, drinking water, tents, other necessities, and the free maintenance service to revive the damaged motorcycles. Honda Group in Thailand also recently donated Bt100 million to the Thai Red Cross Society. Under our "Honda Cares for the Flood Victims", all aims to relieve the plight and help lower the expenses of the flood victims, as well as to help the rehabilitation once the flood recedes

zx10r experts, are these restricted in Japan, whats the hp?

POST 2007 bike should NOT be limited (prior to 2007 JDM bikes WILL be power restricted to 100 hp).

Source:

http://www.motorcycl...hespowerlimits/

Here is a link to a Japanese motorcycle forum. http://www.gaijinriders.com/showthread.php?8528-Japanese-Bike-Domestic-Restrictions

They talk quite a bit about how the restrictions work in Japan.

I have done a bit more research on the new CBR 1000RR.The Japanese spec bike has 120 hp compared to 150 hp on the American spec bike. So it looks like it is down about 20%. Also, there is no speed limiter. The Japanese spec bike can do well over 200 km/hr. They haven't had a speed limiter on Japanese spec bikes for years. The speed limiter would have been a deal breaker for me.

Thanks, I decided to go with the red one. It truely is a stunning looking machine.

Be sure to stop by and say hello to our prettys tomorrow at the CBR 250 Nonthaburi booth. They are looking forward to meeting you.