Hey check out motorcycle daily's news for today at
http://www.motorcycledaily.com/xwing.html 

That article getting around about the new SST1200 may not have been as far
fetched as we thought. The above report features (with a picture) Honda's
new Prototype X-Wing V-6 revealed at the Tokyo show. And it still has the
GTS style front end!!!



TEXT OF REPORT:

Honda's Prototype X-Wing V-6 
Last week Honda displayed its prototype V-6 sports tourer - the X-Wing.
Describing the futuristic-looking 1500cc machine as a "near future" design,
Honda all but admitted a production model is around the corner. 

Appearing more like a successor to the ST1100 than a rumored Hayabusa
killer, the X-Wing was described by Honda in this way in a brief release: 

"Speeding down Europe's autobahns like a wind from the alps, this
near-future sports tourer is powered by an exceptionally smooth-running V6
engine. Its adjustable fairing provides superb aerodynamic performance, and
its elegant shape proves the maxim that form does indeed follow function.
Featuring a next-generation Combined Brake System plus ABS, an
electronically controlled Traction Control System, a multifunctional
navigation system and internet-capable display monitor, and a two-way
rider/pillion communication system, this machine is a showcase of
state-of-the-future motorcycle technology. Safe, clean, efficient, and
comfortable, the X-WING raises tandem touring to truly new levels of
elegance and performance." 

These are two black-and-white images made available by Honda over the
Internet. If we receive a color photo, we'll put it up. 

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