NM4

Today got to ride with some temps close to 80 degrees and sunny, it was great. 10 bikes and for the first time I saw and sat on a Honda NM4. A really special bike like no other, an automatic 6 speed with antilock brakes and futuristic styling. Kinda a wilder little brother to the F6B. The Owner was really interested in my bike and I think wished he could have upgraded but as a new rider felt the little 670 was a better fit. It was really small and a very low seat height for my big self. I found it very interesting to look at and found things to admire. Now if it was twice the physical size and three times the CCs I would be interested.

I've never seen one on the road, but the styling is way too radical for me. My motorcycling tastes have not evolved that far yet.

http://motorcycle.com.vsassets.com/b...ofile-Left.jpg

http://images.honda.ca/models/M/Mode...a_modelNav.png

http://yourlisten.com/asset/load/606994

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Originally Posted by BIGLRY

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http://yourlisten.com/asset/load/606994

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I don't mind it to much and might look at one down the road,,,but with a chain rear drive that is a deal breaker for me...Had my fill of chains over the years.....JMHO

^^ I was thinking the same thing... wish it had a shaft drive. ^^

Would be a great mini-tourer for my daughter... especially with that automatic transmission.

Those side cases are deceptive, they are basically glove boxes.

Rode with the guy again today and last time he was concerned about going 100 miles plus on a tank as He said the tank was small. So He looked it up and it only holds 3 Gal. But today we stopped for gas a 85 miles and his bike only needed 1.2 gallons. That is some good mileage. I guess Honda wanted the higher efficiency of chain drive.

I would even settle for a belt drive over the chain. Much quieter.

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Originally Posted by Milkmaster

I would even settle for a belt drive over the chain. Much quieter.

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Now that's a good idea.

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Originally Posted by motozeke

Those side cases are deceptive, they are basically glove boxes.

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That will fit a watermelon :icon_lol:

http://motorcycle.com.vsassets.com/b...rage-Melon.jpg

https://rideapart.com/articles/honda-nm4-review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neBDe2N0IbQ

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Originally Posted by BIGLRY

That will fit a watermelon :icon_lol:

http://motorcycle.com.vsassets.com/b...rage-Melon.jpg

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Really small watermelon.

It is a really small bike.

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Originally Posted by photodiver

Really small watermelon.

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Hehe
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He had to be on some pretty spectacular drugs to design that bike, chain drive, minimum amount of gas, and no legs for any distance running. It just plain doesn't look like it would be a comfortable bike for any old guy, looks to much like someone rocketed in from another planet with that thing, I will stick with the "B"

I like it. It has floorboards. Looks comfy. Look forward to swinging a leg over one soon and trying it out.

I wonder if it needs valve adjustments? That was one of the nice things that I considered about my past Victory Vision; it didn't need ant valve adjustments. :icon_cool:

I kind of like it for what it is, but I'd never want it for myself. Way too small. Seems like a decent bike for someone new to motorcycles. A few months back, I was considering it for my wife.

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Originally Posted by BIGLRY

That will fit a watermelon :icon_lol:

http://motorcycle.com.vsassets.com/b...rage-Melon.jpg

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I'll give you one thing, damn near everything you post makes me laugh. I can't even try to imagine where you found a photo with a watermelon in a side case. :)

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Originally Posted by RWS0292

I'll give you one thing, damn near everything you post makes me laugh. I can't even try to imagine where you found a photo with a watermelon in a side case. :)

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I mean if ya got one you surly want to protect it when not riding.
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/02...g?v=1456956638

Watermelon eh? Spare helmet?

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Still unsure if Googles' my friend....

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Originally Posted by DTOM

I kind of like it for what it is, but I'd never want it for myself. Way too small. Seems like a decent bike for someone new to motorcycles. A few months back, I was considering it for my wife.

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Agreed, the F6B is here to stay....but for someone new like a spouse wanting to get into it, it would be a great intro.


As for fuel, at 85-100 miles per gallon, a 3 gallon tank will have plenty of distance for most riders before needing to get off for a stretch.


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^^ That. ^^

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Originally Posted by DTOM

I kind of like it for what it is, but I'd never want it for myself. Way too small. Seems like a decent bike for someone new to motorcycles. A few months back, I was considering it for my wife.

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It was designed for overseas markets. Surprised we ever got it here in the States.

Looks too much like a scooter, but look at the mirror placement I've said it before the mirrors look right at your arms. You have to lift your arms to see behind you. :no:

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Originally Posted by motozeke

It was designed for overseas markets. Surprised we ever got it here in the States.

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When on the other forums, everybody gets in a tissy because Honda builds all of these "odd, strange, ugly, futuristic, small size engines" and they go on and on about how they would never be caught dead on one. This is one along with the DN01, some of the scooters and a few others. When the truth is that America makes up a fraction of motorcycle sales when you consider how large Honda has become. Look at the population of the planet and this is considered cool and cutting edge in places like China, India and a lot of other countries that aren't into big engines and classic styling. The marketing for this is directly pointed there.

Remember disco is still big in Europe and David Hassellholf is an entertainment god in some countries. The world does not always think the same as the US.

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Originally Posted by Old Ryder

When on the other forums, everybody gets in a tissy because Honda builds all of these "odd, strange, ugly, futuristic, small size engines" and they go on and on about how they would never be caught dead on one. This is one along with the DN01, some of the scooters and a few others. When the truth is that America makes up a fraction of motorcycle sales when you consider how large Honda has become. Look at the population of the planet and this is considered cool and cutting edge in places like China, India and a lot of other countries that aren't into big engines and classic styling. The marketing for this is directly pointed there.

Remember disco is still big in Europe and David Hassellholf is an entertainment god in some countries. The world does not always think the same as the US.

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I do agree with this and feel is very true.

Do I see an F6B rack on the back in one of the pictures? Also I don't think the intent is to be used as a cruiser alone. I think it's an urban bike aka scooter, that is highway capable when necessary.

Stick a Scott Oiler on that drive train and be done with it :yes: I have no issues with chain drive

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Originally Posted by willtill

Stick a Scott Oiler on that drive train and be done with it :yes: I have no issues with chain drive

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LOL!!!! I remember changing my chain to an O-ring for that "maintenance free and long life" peace of mind. Those were the Cats Pajamas back in the early 80s.

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Originally Posted by Fla_rider

Looks too much like a scooter, but look at the mirror placement I've said it before the mirrors look right at your arms. You have to lift your arms to see behind you. :no:

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yes the mirror placement was terrible a deal breaker for me.