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More 2018 motorcycle news. I like the Grom with ABS. We know the Sport models are coming and probably in the next few weeks. Yamaha is announcing new models in mid June. I will wait until late this year before I buy a low geared or 4 seat 2018 Yamaha YXZ. I know the waiting Sucks and I didn't wait. Got over 10,000 miles on my 2016 Yamaha YXZ. It's a high geared Race Track car but it has a high fun factor on the fast paced rides and I don't have to deal with a belt drive and constant problems and failures with the high mileage. I have the Fox Shocks on my Pioneer 1000-3 and its amazing but I really want to replace it with a Honda Sport model. I don't miss any rides and have over 6,000 miles on my P1000-3 and nothing broke.
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Gotta control the fake news, and make sure Jay tee dubya keeps his clothes on In front of the kids.
We are always looking out for you in the no spin zone
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We had the same delays on the Pioneer 1000 so I'm not surprised. I will be highly disappointed if we don't have a 2018 Sport Model. Several months ago Honda said they went from #6 in Utility sales to #2 in 3 years. Honda wants to be #1 in the next few years. To do that it will take a few Sport models and another few years. I expect a new Sport Model each year and another Utility model too.
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I would have to agree with that theory, the North American motorcycle market is about 250,000 units annually. The side-by-side market in North America has only been around 8 years is rapidly approaching the same number of units annually .
Look at all the different motorcycle models Honda offers in that size market no way will they sit idly by and let that market share escape them in future with only five definitive models as it is
I'm still trying to figure this out. HondaPro Kevin even posted earlier that he would have an update shortly and there has been nothing. Naturally, I have to take a pessimistic approach with Honda's announcements. I was really hoping they would announce something as I've sold my P500 and am ready to drop money on a 4-5 seater. Looks like I'll either get the P1000-5 or spend my money on another brand, unfortunately. I've almost given up on Honda. They finally made the 2018 CRF450r compete with the top, but Honda is just not what they used to be. They are now following others and are slow to do so. Unfortunately, these companies get big and many layers and its like pulling teeth to get anything done. It's ironic, because the innovation that made them what they are is abandoned. I'm a little frustrated as I've been hearing rumors and waiting for literally a couple of years now. In that time, other manufacturers have come out with several new iterations.
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I agree I have wait for a sport model or a cross over between a sport and utility model, but nothing.... all they released today was the 700-4 and 700 model just showing new colors. I wonder if there was a delay
Was there even anything official released about the 700, or just the image HPK posted?
Disappointing to say the least. I know tons of ppl around me would buy up a sport model, but RZRs will continue to dominate. My P1K5 exceeds my current needs. But if I were in the market for something sportier the new RZR xp1000 gold edition would top my list. Honda is gonna lose a massive share of the market if they don't act soon.
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Wtf. If Polaris can release a new model every three months I think Honda should at least be able to bring a single new model to market this year!
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Sorry for the delay guys, finished the update about an hour ago...
2018 Honda Pioneer 1000, 700, 500 Model Lineup Announcement - Click Here
Also want to say thank you to you guys that gave the blog a shoutout. It's greatly appreciated...
2018 Honda Pioneer 1000, 700, 500 Model Lineup Announcement - Click Here
Also want to say thank you to you guys that gave the blog a shoutout. It's greatly appreciated...
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Ok... So I will break down the release info for you...
Outside of new and removed colors here is your 2018 update: NOTHING!
2018 Pioneer 500 update = NONE
2018 Pioneer 700 update = NONE
2018 Pioneer 1000 update = NONE
BUT...
Dont let that word "NONE" fool you. We know honda is working on some updates they may be keeping on the DL.... This includes solutions to the HEAT and CLUTCH issues. Patents from Honda show changes in the works for both heat control and valve body reworkings. You could find these on your new 2018 Pioneer 1000 as well as other CPSC safety regulations requirements. Its way too soon for hard info on that. Expect to see your first 2018 early winter 2017!
For example.
I just recently found a hidden update for the 2017 models I haven't seen mentioned. Its a new AIR GUIDE PLATE, Part #19071-HL4-F00. Its located under the dash and looks to help redirect heat from the radiator. Presumably to help control heat passing into the cab.
Outside of new and removed colors here is your 2018 update: NOTHING!
2018 Pioneer 500 update = NONE
2018 Pioneer 700 update = NONE
2018 Pioneer 1000 update = NONE
BUT...
Dont let that word "NONE" fool you. We know honda is working on some updates they may be keeping on the DL.... This includes solutions to the HEAT and CLUTCH issues. Patents from Honda show changes in the works for both heat control and valve body reworkings. You could find these on your new 2018 Pioneer 1000 as well as other CPSC safety regulations requirements. Its way too soon for hard info on that. Expect to see your first 2018 early winter 2017!
For example.
I just recently found a hidden update for the 2017 models I haven't seen mentioned. Its a new AIR GUIDE PLATE, Part #19071-HL4-F00. Its located under the dash and looks to help redirect heat from the radiator. Presumably to help control heat passing into the cab.
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When you throw a pile of parts together and throw it at the public....
It could be why there are so many recalls and fires and suspension failures and ball joints and reverse chains and fires and steering linkage and bushings and fires on Polaris models.
You can have something: Economically, quickly, and well built....Pick ONLY two.
Honda is giving you all three relative to the cost that has been put into R&D.
If it's Polaris apparently you only get quickly.
After a Honda I would buy a Can-Am before anything else and a Popo last.
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