It's time for the usual annual rankings. Here are the rankings selected by Webike Motorcycle News Editor-in-Chief Kenny Sagawa for the new motorcycles coming out in 2021.
The evaluation criteria will be based on topicality, attention, technology, and impact. By the way, the list does not include the motorcycle models that have not yet been listed; after the previous Japanese brand, this time I will introduce the motorcycle model ranking of European and American brands.
1st place "HARLEY DAVIDSON Pan America Special"
Harley-Davidson's first adventure motorcycle makes all wild dreams come true
Harley-Davidson confidently launched the first-ever adventure motorcycle after being caught up in the motorcycle craze around the world. The newly developed water-cooled V-twin 1,250cc engine with variable valve can not only generate a maximum horsepower of 152ps, but also has a wide torque range and can exert amazing horsepower at high revs. Equipped with a variety of riding modes and a top safety system corresponding to steering, Harley-Davidson has successfully attracted everyone's attention with its completely different design concept from previous models.
The biggest feature of this motorcycle is that it is equipped with an ARH device that can automatically lower the motorcycle height when parking, so that the rider can easily step on the ground. As the first attempt to install this device among the motorcycles on the market, it has successfully lowered the entry threshold for adventure models that always have a high ride height; new designs that are not limited by established common sense, and orthodox off-road The performance of the motorcycle, everything is perfect to exceed everyone's expectations, and the Pan America Special is definitely the first place in this list.
2nd place "Aprilia RS660"
Lightweight, streamlined, and just the right horsepower, let everyone re-recognize the joy of manipulation
Aprilia's newly developed water-cooled parallel twin-cylinder engine not only has an obvious sense of agitation, but also the speed increase is very smooth, and the maximum horsepower of 100ps is the "just right horsepower" that ordinary riders can enjoy riding.
The streamlined body that keeps pace with the 400cc class is equipped with electronic control devices of the same specifications as the top model "RSV4", etc. This motorcycle is definitely not just a version with reduced displacement specifications, its riding performance is light and easy Pine can make it stand out in the same class of motorcycles.
The light body and the heavy and steady output characteristics at medium revs allow the RS660 to open the accelerator very early when turning back to the body, and it also allows it to increase the speed when leaving the curve. Nonetheless, it has a relatively low seat height and high handlebars for a full-faired sports motorcycle, so it can handle both street riding and road trips with ease.
In addition, this motorcycle has an absolutely unforgettable advantage, that is, it is affordable. The RS660 is definitely a motorcycle that can make riders feel the joy of handling again.
3rd place "Triumph TRIDENT660"
The best 3-cylinder model from the European brand is resurrected in the name of tradition
The traditional three-cylinder Trident, which has won the Isle of Man Traveler's Grand Prix five times in the past, is now a new generation sports motorcycle that aims to become the new standard in the mid-displacement class. The newly developed water-cooled three-cylinder engine can generate a maximum horsepower of 81ps. With the settings that attach importance to handling, it can have rich torque in the full speed range, and it can also make people appreciate its unique exhaust sound.
In the modern minimalist body appearance, the traditional genes of Triumph are added to create a new design. Not only is it very light to ride, but it is also equipped with SHOWA and NISSIN chassis devices, riding modes, tracking control systems, ABS systems, and slipper clutches. The safety equipment is quite rich.
In addition, it also uses an LCD screen that can be connected through Bluetooth, which is also foolproof in terms of technology. At a price of less than 1 million yen including tax, it is a great deal in every way! The TRIDENT660 is definitely the most popular motorcycle model that successfully integrates function and design into a simple shape.
4th place "DUCATI Multistrada V4S"
Obtained the V4 engine and the first radar in the history of motorcycles, successfully upgraded to a multi-functional invincible model
Sports, urban, driving, and off-road, the Multistrada, which condenses the four types together, is now finally equipped with a V4 engine and has been successfully evolved and upgraded. Taking the Panigale V4 as the prototype, it has the strongest 170ps horsepower in the same class, and the abundant horsepower keeps pace with the super sports motorcycle. It has greatly improved its sand off-road performance. In addition, it also fully assists the rider through the latest electronic control device, so that its riding performance can even slightly catch up with the trail motorcycle.
One of its selling points is the inclusion of the world's first motorcycle-specific radar system. Active distance control cruise system (ACC), which can automatically follow behind the front motorcycle on the highway, blind spot detection system (BSD), which detects blind spots in rearview mirrors, etc., are the first to adopt safe driving that has matured in the automotive industry. Auxiliary system, assisting the knight through high technology.
No. 5 "BMW R 18 Transcontinental"
BMW's meticulous masterpiece launched to compete with the king in earnest - the transcontinental cruiser
In homage to the famous motorcycle R5 (1936) that laid the foundation of BMW, the R18 debuted as the Heritage Cruiser (historic heritage station wagon), and its luxury version is the transcontinental cruiser R18 Transcontinental.
The biggest feature of this motorcycle is that it is equipped with the engine with the largest displacement in the history of the horizontal engine, the 1800cc horizontal twin-cylinder engine, which is commonly known as the Big Boxer engine. Amazingly thick low-speed torque allows it to complete high-speed cruising at 6-speed even in a near-idle state.
In addition, its body adopts a newly designed Touring Chassis frame, so it has also successfully achieved a lighter sports riding performance than the R18. The large fairing, the hard shell of an orthodox off-road vehicle, and the high-quality exhaust sound brought by the British Marshall horn, all of these provide the rider with a comfortable and luxurious time and space that is not like a motorcycle at all. The completion of this motorcycle is so high that it can successfully threaten the current North American king.
Kenny Sagawa, Editor-in-Chief of "Webike Moto News"
"Webike Taiwan" editorial department compiled
