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Suzuki Motorcycles seems to be joining the push toward automatics after filing multiple patent applications for a semi-automatic transmission. While most automatic two-wheelers are scooters with CVT, there is a growing list of motorcycles with auto or semi-auto clutchless transmissions. Honda leads the way with its dual-clutch transmission in the Africa Twin, NC700X, CTX700, VFR1200X …
Honda Australia is promoting its automatic Dual-Clutch Transmission on the new Africa Twin adventure bike by offering the upgrade for free. Apart from scooters, there are few bikes that have a clutchless shift transmission, although many hi-tech sports bikes now have a quick shifter that allows shifts without using the clutch. The standard transmission Africa …
Honda seems to have invested their future in semi-automatic motorcycles with the launch of a website that showcases their DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission). DCT is basically a clutchless shift where you can manually change gears at the flick of a button or ride in automatic format. It’s available in several Hondas including the VFR1200X, VFR1200F, …
Honda has added another automatic model to its fleet in the new CTX700 range. While most cars are sold with automatic gearboxes and some models don’t even offer a manual version, cars are transport, while motorcycles are so much more. Are riders really ready for auto motorcycles? Auto is a good idea on a scooter …