05-30-2019, 06:51 PM
(05-30-2019, 07:39 AM)misterprofessionality_imp Wrote: given the two features you mentioned (blacked out engine and 4-1 exhaust), plus the more "angular" tank and not-so-flat seat, the 2014 model certainly was meant to evoke more of an "F" style than the "K' style. the only caveat being that they gave it a very "K" style rear fender. it's ok though. that was easily fixed :-p.
I think they realized that the customer base that was buying the bike was more focused on the mid-to-early 70's vibe, and so the '17 came out with a much more "K" style set of looks. market research has an effect.
I think it's extra interesting that they're bringing back the alternate '13/'14 look in the 2019 model year as a cheaper option.
Because it's only been available in Japan and the Gulf States, it's overlooked that the standard model with the 2010-2016 tank and twin exhaust has been available along with the EX and the RS since 2017. It also appears from one of the international parts lists that Honda has made all models with DCT for the Chinese market.