06-21-2020, 01:36 PM
(06-18-2020, 04:29 PM)pekingduck_imp Wrote: Yes, that's where honda also gets their brake rotors[/quote] [/quote]
That's not accurate. CB1100 rotors are actually made in Japan, as are those on Goldwings, CBR1000RR and CBR600RR and a few others. These "premium" bikes are primarily Japanese content.
While China still supplies many parts, and manufactures some of the sub-150cc bikes and scooters, it is no longer as advantageous as before.
Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam are the new China.
Honda his shifted parts manufacturing and bike assembly to their own plants in Thailand now, where labor is cheaper, and the line of communications is better. The CBR300R and CB300F, and the 500 and 650 series are made in Thailand, while the CB300R is made in Indonesia.
Looks like I stand corrected, appreciate the insight! I know a large amount of Harley parts are being made in mexico for quite a few years now also.