The front face looks bold!
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) released the 2025 model of its scooter-type crossover model “X-ADV” on December 12, 2024. The price is 1,438,800 to 1,471,800 yen (tax included) (varies depending on color).
The 2025 model features newly designed headlights with built-in daytime running lights and turn signals. The face has become more subdued. The control of the dual clutch transmission (DCT) has also been updated. It provides more sensitive control of clutch response and engagement.
In terms of functionality, the location of the luggage light has been revised and its brightness has been increased, improving visibility inside the box at night. In addition, the windscreen can now be manually adjusted to five different heights and angles.
By the way, the windscreen is made of the bio-engineered plastic “DURABIO.”
Other features include a 5-inch TFT LCD meter that displays a wealth of information, a multi-function switch that can be used to operate Honda RoadSync, a smartphone connection function, and change various settings, as well as cruise control.
The color scheme was also changed, and three colors were available: “Matte Goldfinch Yellow” with the X-ADV logo, “Matte Deep Mud Gray,” and “Pearl Glare White.”
This time, it adopts a bold yellow color and has been updated mainly in terms of comfort and functionality. The X-ADV has been a hit mainly in Europe, and is gaining attention in Japan as well.
The latest color is “Fireball Green”
Kawasaki Motors Japan (Kawasaki) has released a new color for its retro sports model, the Z900RS, on December 14th. The price is 1,485,000 yen including tax. The color will change for the 2025 model. This time, the color is “Metallic Diablo Black x Candy Lime Green,” which features a “fireball” pattern with Kawasaki’s signature green.
Lightest ever
Ducati has announced the new crossover, the Multistrada V2. It is equipped with a new 890cc water-cooled V-twin engine that produces a maximum output of 115ps at 10,750rpm and a maximum torque of 92Nm at 8,250rpm. The frame has also been redesigned, making it 18kg lighter than its predecessor. The engine is set to produce over 70% of its maximum torque at over 3,500rpm, making for an exciting ride.
More muscular
Ducati has announced the 2025 model of its muscular roadster model, the Diavel V4. The 2025 model will mainly feature new colors. By combining matte black graphics with titanium parts, it enhances the muscular and manly image.
A small jet fan that blows away water droplets
Sign House, which launched the motorcycle intercom “B+COM,” has released the “Pocketable Jet Fan SJU-1” as the second item in its new brand “SPICCER.” It’s priced at 9,900 yen (tax included). As its name suggests, this small jet fan is battery-powered, allowing for cordless use. The fan, which rotates at a maximum of 130,000 rpm, blows out powerful air. It’s useful for blowing off water droplets after washing your bike, and it’s also likely to be useful for inflating camping gear.
