02-25-2014, 12:06 PM
I am very keen to buy a 2014 Deluxe model in Australia. Honda Australia don't bring this model in as you may or may not know.
BAD decision HA
I have started a campaign to try to get them to change their minds.
I only speak for myself here the letter bellow to HA is only my opinion
Feel free to take up the good fight if you want to.
Thanks for your reply.
I and many others are very disappointed to hear this news that HONDA AUSTRALIA will not be bringing this model into the country.
Given the amazing improvement the 2014 model offers with 6 speed transmission, ABS, larger fuel tank and most importantly a 4 into 2 pipe arrangement this model will become an Icon and for Australia to miss out is a very bad decision.
This model wouldn't be targeted to the average punter, more so the baby boomer who is getting back into the bike scene and who would have owned or does own a CB 750, and these are many and growing.
These people whilst cost conscious have the money to buy what they want.
Therefore whilst cost is always a consideration of course I doubt it would be the major trigger for a purchasing decision in this case.
I could understand if I was living in some tiny third world country but I am not.
I will be stepping up a campaign via forums and any other way I can to encourage HA to change their mind and bring this fabulous model into the country.
I fully understand the ADR regulations and the costs etc! however given this bike is going to most countries in the world where their rules are at least as tough as ours, there probably aren't many modifications to be completed.
This bike is as up to date safety wise as anything on the market anywhere in the world.
Don't get me wrong I am a HONDA owner and have been since 1973......and I do understand the economics of the business.
Thanks again for your reply and I trust you will forward my email to whomever makes the decisions regarding model selection for import.
Kind regards
PhilHastie
Sent from my iPad
On 26 Feb 2014, at 8:48 am, "Nadiene Stewart" <customer.relations@hondampe.com.au> wrote:
Dear PHIL,
Thanks for your recent Internet enquiry.
We wish to advise that the Honda CB1100 is no longer available within Australia.
Unfortunately, it is not always possible to obtain all of the models produced by our factories worldwide.
There are a number of factors involved in determining our model line-up, such as production costs, product availability, exchange rates and modification requirements for our market etc. We also review feedback from our future and existing customer base and also market trends obtained from our dealer network.
Once again thank you for expressing your interest in Honda products and if you require more information on models available within Australia please contact your local Honda dealer or refer to our website:
http://motorcycles.honda.com.au/
Kind Regards,
Nadiene Stewart
Customer Relations Team
Honda Australia MPE Pty Ltd
BAD decision HA
I have started a campaign to try to get them to change their minds.
I only speak for myself here the letter bellow to HA is only my opinion
Feel free to take up the good fight if you want to.
Thanks for your reply.
I and many others are very disappointed to hear this news that HONDA AUSTRALIA will not be bringing this model into the country.
Given the amazing improvement the 2014 model offers with 6 speed transmission, ABS, larger fuel tank and most importantly a 4 into 2 pipe arrangement this model will become an Icon and for Australia to miss out is a very bad decision.
This model wouldn't be targeted to the average punter, more so the baby boomer who is getting back into the bike scene and who would have owned or does own a CB 750, and these are many and growing.
These people whilst cost conscious have the money to buy what they want.
Therefore whilst cost is always a consideration of course I doubt it would be the major trigger for a purchasing decision in this case.
I could understand if I was living in some tiny third world country but I am not.
I will be stepping up a campaign via forums and any other way I can to encourage HA to change their mind and bring this fabulous model into the country.
I fully understand the ADR regulations and the costs etc! however given this bike is going to most countries in the world where their rules are at least as tough as ours, there probably aren't many modifications to be completed.
This bike is as up to date safety wise as anything on the market anywhere in the world.
Don't get me wrong I am a HONDA owner and have been since 1973......and I do understand the economics of the business.
Thanks again for your reply and I trust you will forward my email to whomever makes the decisions regarding model selection for import.
Kind regards
PhilHastie
Sent from my iPad
On 26 Feb 2014, at 8:48 am, "Nadiene Stewart" <customer.relations@hondampe.com.au> wrote:
Dear PHIL,
Thanks for your recent Internet enquiry.
We wish to advise that the Honda CB1100 is no longer available within Australia.
Unfortunately, it is not always possible to obtain all of the models produced by our factories worldwide.
There are a number of factors involved in determining our model line-up, such as production costs, product availability, exchange rates and modification requirements for our market etc. We also review feedback from our future and existing customer base and also market trends obtained from our dealer network.
Once again thank you for expressing your interest in Honda products and if you require more information on models available within Australia please contact your local Honda dealer or refer to our website:
http://motorcycles.honda.com.au/
Kind Regards,
Nadiene Stewart
Customer Relations Team
Honda Australia MPE Pty Ltd