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Honda puts great hope in the cross runner. Which it then tries to make any law? Comfortable sitting position as paired on a road trip with Enduro tires, not quite as high seating position. V4 to the well-known from the VFR800 and voila all-rounder. At least at first glance. Whether the cross on their promises Runner also stops at second glance?


Impression Honda Cross Runner
There is indeed such a thing with the right make-anyone-want. Have been attempts in this direction because it already had some. Just think of the discussions in the early 90s over the TDM from Yamaha . Said mixture of enduro and road bike it was then. Today, the TDM is completely unspectacular still part of the model program and simply a convenient sport toured. I think one should also keep up with the cross runner.

The look is getting used to the longer I go with the Honda, the better they liked it. An independent look is also worth something – there is a likelihood of confusion with other motorcycles in any case. Basically, treat the cross runner with typical Honda quality, but can not deny at one point or another in the savings constraint. The tools she shares with the Hornet and the CBR600F and thus the far too small scale of the tachometer.

The handle bars wrapped in plastic looks like a maxi scooter stolen and the unobstructed view of the headlights on the plug contacts is not uplifting. A real handle next to it is the inability to mount a navigation system – the plastic wrap around the handlebar is thanks. But that was then already with the moaning. The driver finds a successful work place. The seat is wide and padded quite tight, which is no harm in the longer haul. Together with the high handle bars results in a very relaxed riding position. Switch operation and work almost perfectly, also fits the rear view. The passenger is also a nice place.

The knee angle is bearable; the wide seat provides enough room for his backside. Meet before the ride, the driver must however make a decision: passenger or luggage? The one that is virtually exclude the other. A total of 10 790 € asked Honda for the cross runner. No real special, compared to competitors such as the F 800 GS , or the Tiger 800 but adequate. Especially as the Combined ABS is standard.

Runner Motorcross
As already mentioned and old friend. The V4 from the VFR is a popular fellow. Only the bitchy VTEC caused a little resentment. But this issue is devoted to Honda in the revision. The large 782 cubic V4 makes 102 hp at 10,000 rpm and brings it to 74 Nm of torque at 9,250 rpm. In order to optimize the torque curve, the engine runs up to about 6,500 revolutions a 2-valve engine is switched on at this speed, 4-valve operation. Exactly when this transition was VFR from right rough at the cross runner this happens much more harmonious.

Forward because it really goes well until that date, both in acceleration and in terms of sound. Below is the Honda and cultivated without niceties, but unfortunately somewhat restrained. Between 4,000 and 5,000 revolutions have already applied for a quick trot, then goes off from the 6500 Sprint. In fact, the revision of the V4 is a success. The power delivery suits, the VTEC were entzickt significantly. The V4 sound is a welcome change in the 4-cylinder sound monotonous. So, everything really well. If it were not the desire for more punch in the lower speed range there. Honda engineers love, once more: why not a 1,000-V4? The power can remain as it is, but it increased in capacity would surely great!

Driving impression
To make it all right is not easy. Comfortable wants to be the cross runner and yet still shine with sporting talent. This balancing act succeeds the Honda very well. It is convenient, especially on long journeys. On the highway can also be easily reel off many kilometers. The windshield of the small fairing relieves the upper body better than thought, so also is permanently possible speed beyond the recommended speed. But only on the road playing the Honda from their highs 238 kg with full tank though no lightweight, cross runner thrilled with uncanny handling. Almost playful she moves in an inclined position to go this fast changing equip easily and quickly from. She never seems restless or nervous, but gives the driver great confidence in their abilities.

Even fast long turns not get the Honda out of the rest. She always pulls left by their line and can not get out of the rest. Here, the suspension is still bucking hard either a sedan. Short bursts are indeed passed on to the rider dry, undulating turf lost it successfully in the spring elements. Cross Runner really works wonderfully.

When driving over the pass and Hahntenn Furkajoch the enthusiasm was high. The performance more than adequate and to this fabulous handling. For rapid progress, the speed must just hold a little higher. It’s is not jagged around the edges. Rapid movement neither brakes nor pegs way. Some because they work great and the other because they are mounted high enough. The brakes are a poem: low operating forces, good pressure point and murderers delay. Now even braided lines on it and it are close to the optimum.

Fahrzit
With the Cross Runner has Honda motorcycle delivered a more than convincing overall package? The engine delivers more than enough performance, even if he could untenrum be stronger. Along the way, Honda is the most pure fun machine. Comfortable with great handling. Thus, the cross runner is both comfortable and sporty. All it does not quite there yet. It is not a case for two, unless you leave your luggage at home. But who wants to even Goldwing qualities expected of her?