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blackie1491 · 05-01-2007, 01:46 AM

In an attempt to get the younger generation into motorcycles, Honda Canada
has introduced a package for new riders.
The package consists of a CBR125, riding Gear by Joe Rocket, a 3 Year Warranty with 3 year Roadside Assistance, all on a charge card.

The price of the Bike has not been set yet.

Motorcycle Home Page.<2>.

Only in Canada.

Good, bad????

**Louis** · 05-01-2007, 06:28 AM

I think it's a great idea! I love to see promoting for smaller CC's sportbike! About time!

**Trapper** · 05-01-2007, 07:37 AM

I saw that. Great idea!

geoffsimpson · 05-01-2007, 11:29 AM

It's a great idea...I'm glad a major player has stepped up and is providing new riders with a handy tool box of toys and gear...don't know how many people will actually take advantage of it, but It sounds like a great plan!

Get them when they start and they'll invest in your company over and over again.

GregR1 · 05-01-2007, 11:34 AM

i can see this being either really good for track use (entry level), or in cities / provinces where insurance is cheap enough not to outweigh the cost of the bike.

blackie1491 · 05-01-2007, 11:39 AM

I was watching Motorcycle Experience show on the launch of this program in Florida.
They invited 2 different types of Media, Motor Journalists and Fashion Journalists. The Fashion group were then given Riding lessons. It was a new approach as those from the Fashion group would be in direct contact with the 15-28 year group.

I don't like the 12% credit Card approach. But introducing new Riders to riding is great if it also includes proper training. Part of this is to also launch the new approach to Honda Dealers, which may be the end of Multi line dealers in Canada.

raycogxxx · 05-01-2007, 12:41 PM

Looks like they're going to include an entry level basic rider course into the program-the gear included did not mention helmet( guess you got to pay xtra for that) "for about the cost of a Latte a day" how much is that up there $3-$5 so about $90-$150/month-good deal.

ts250girl · 05-01-2007, 07:53 PM

The idea is good... The "only in Canada" part is BAAAAD!!!!!!!!

**Louis** · 05-01-2007, 08:20 PM

For once, we have something good you don't have!

GregR1 · 05-01-2007, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Louis

For once, we have something good you don't have!

Tim Horton's
semi-legal ganja
intelligence
wicked music

we gave you Celine Dion too! muahahahahahahah!!! that's our sadistic side. deal with her!

SNAFU · 05-01-2007, 08:44 PM

I think it's a great option for people who might be thinking about getting a scooter. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with wanting a scooter.

Nice looking bike.

blackie1491 · 05-01-2007, 08:50 PM

Be great for getting in and out of traffic.

geoffsimpson · 05-01-2007, 09:07 PM

[quote=GregR1;307421]Tim Horton's
semi-legal ganja
intelligence
wicked music

QUOTE]

Dude, hate to break it to you, but I was NYC a couple months ago and they got's the Timmies there to. Thanks to the Wendy's corp who owns timmies you can grab a double double in the US now

GregR1 · 05-01-2007, 09:12 PM

i know, i heard about that too

but at least we were first with it..... and it's ALWAYS been better than dunkin donuts. plus we had the Ice Cappuccino too!

**Trapper** · 05-02-2007, 12:44 PM

I would say it's a bit more than a scooter,

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNAFU

I think it's a great option for people who might be thinking about getting a scooter. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with wanting a scooter.

Nice looking bike.

GregR1 · 05-02-2007, 12:54 PM

it's like a bicycle with a weedwhacker motor. if i could insure that cbr125 for under $200 a year, i'd likely snag one!

blackie1491 · 05-02-2007, 07:34 PM

During the TV show they had shots of Moto Journies racing each other on a track.
Would make for a fun track day with out blowing big bucks.

Also the gear can be color matched with your bike color.

I used a 400cc Honda to commute for years and I thought it was cheap on gas.
With that 125cc it would take me hours longer, who would want to take the direct route.

SNAFU · 05-02-2007, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trapper

I would say it's a bit more than a scooter,

Oh no, I didn't mean to compare it to a scooter.

What I meant to say was it would be a good choice instead of a scooter.

blackie1491 · 05-03-2007, 12:16 AM

maybe a race of East vs. West.

**Trapper** · 05-03-2007, 07:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blackie1491

maybe a race of East vs. West.

Not sure what you mean, but... bring it on sister!

05-01-2007, 01:46 AM	#1 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,333	Canada Only-Honda Canada In an attempt to get the younger generation into motorcycles, Honda Canada has introduced a package for new riders. The package consists of a CBR125, riding Gear by Joe Rocket, a 3 Year Warranty with 3 year Roadside Assistance, all on a charge card. The price of the Bike has not been set yet. Motorcycle Home Page.<2>. Only in Canada. Good, bad????

05-01-2007, 06:28 AM	#2 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	I think it's a great idea! I love to see promoting for smaller CC's sportbike! About time! __________________ Louis

05-01-2007, 07:37 AM	#3 (permalink)
Trapper Dogs Best Friend(admin) Joined: Jul 2004 Bike: SOLD Location: Moncton NB Canada Posts: 9,192	I saw that. Great idea! __________________ PointFlushRetrieve.com - Bird Dog Blog Motorcycle-Journal.com Blog

05-01-2007, 11:29 AM	#4 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,126	It's a great idea...I'm glad a major player has stepped up and is providing new riders with a handy tool box of toys and gear...don't know how many people will actually take advantage of it, but It sounds like a great plan! Get them when they start and they'll invest in your company over and over again. __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

05-01-2007, 12:41 PM	#7 (permalink)
raycogxxx Sprocket Pilot Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: 2006 M50-Blue Location: Ft Worth, Texas Posts: 852	Looks like they're going to include an entry level basic rider course into the program-the gear included did not mention helmet( guess you got to pay xtra for that) "for about the cost of a Latte a day" how much is that up there $3-$5 so about $90-$150/month-good deal. __________________ "So long as they don't get violent, I want to let everyone say what they wish, for I myself have always said exactly what pleased me." -- Albert Einstein 2006 M50 Blue, Jardine Slash Cuts w/custom baffles (courtesy of BlueM50Chick), Saddleman Profiler Seat, Memphis Shades Poptop shield, Tour Master saddle and fork bags, Küryakyn Dually ISO-Pegs, Stebel Airhorn.

05-01-2007, 11:34 AM	#5 (permalink)
GregR1 ... Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,308	i can see this being either really good for track use (entry level), or in cities / provinces where insurance is cheap enough not to outweigh the cost of the bike.

05-01-2007, 11:39 AM	#6 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,333	I was watching Motorcycle Experience show on the launch of this program in Florida. They invited 2 different types of Media, Motor Journalists and Fashion Journalists. The Fashion group were then given Riding lessons. It was a new approach as those from the Fashion group would be in direct contact with the 15-28 year group. I don't like the 12% credit Card approach. But introducing new Riders to riding is great if it also includes proper training. Part of this is to also launch the new approach to Honda Dealers, which may be the end of Multi line dealers in Canada.

05-01-2007, 07:53 PM	#8 (permalink)
ts250girl In Training Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: too many to list, 1969-2005 Location: Seattle, WA USA Posts: 138	The idea is good... The "only in Canada" part is BAAAAD!!!!!!!! __________________ Julia in Seattle (finally with a new bike and some good weather)

05-01-2007, 08:20 PM	#9 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	For once, we have something good you don't have! __________________ Louis

05-01-2007, 08:44 PM	#11 (permalink)
SNAFU Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 5,020	I think it's a great option for people who might be thinking about getting a scooter. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with wanting a scooter. Nice looking bike. __________________

05-01-2007, 08:50 PM	#12 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,333	Be great for getting in and out of traffic.

05-01-2007, 09:07 PM	#13 (permalink)
geoffsimpson Throttle Jockey Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50 * 1983 GS750E Cafe Racer project Location: Prince George BC Posts: 3,126	[quote=GregR1;307421]Tim Horton's semi-legal ganja intelligence wicked music QUOTE] Dude, hate to break it to you, but I was NYC a couple months ago and they got's the Timmies there to. Thanks to the Wendy's corp who owns timmies you can grab a double double in the US now __________________ Please Note: All opinions contained herein are worth exactly what you paid for them. It's true that every time you hear a bell ring, an angel gets its wings... But what they don't tell you is that every time you hear a mouse trap "snap", and Angel gets set on fire... Grey * De-badged * V & H Straightshots w/ Thunder-Monster Baffles and Billet Hot-Tips * POWAH COMMANDAH!! * Kury Wide Style Levers * Kury Zombie Pegs (what's left of them) * Johnskit Forward Controls * Johnskit 2.5" Lowering Kit * Carbon Fibre-esque Trim kit * your mom * Memphis Shades HellCat windshield * Passenger Backrest * Baddass MO-FO behind the bars * Metz 880's w/ lettering * Flamed Thunder MFG Teardrop Intake *

05-01-2007, 09:12 PM	#14 (permalink)
GregR1 ... Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,308	i know, i heard about that too but at least we were first with it..... and it's ALWAYS been better than dunkin donuts. plus we had the Ice Cappuccino too!

05-02-2007, 12:54 PM	#16 (permalink)
GregR1 ... Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,308	it's like a bicycle with a weedwhacker motor. if i could insure that cbr125 for under $200 a year, i'd likely snag one!

05-02-2007, 07:34 PM	#17 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,333	During the TV show they had shots of Moto Journies racing each other on a track. Would make for a fun track day with out blowing big bucks. Also the gear can be color matched with your bike color. I used a 400cc Honda to commute for years and I thought it was cheap on gas. With that 125cc it would take me hours longer, who would want to take the direct route.

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05-03-2007, 12:16 AM	#19 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,333	maybe a race of East vs. West.

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