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  • #1

    Honda Valkyrie Rune

    Ok who wants one?? Why yes that is a fuel injected 6 cyl. 1800, now spank yourself, you are thinking bad things!

    Model: NRX1800
    Engine Type: 1832cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder
    Bore and Stroke: 74mm x 71mm
    Compression Ratio: 9.8:1
    Valve Train: SOHC; two valves per cylinder
    Carburetion: PGM-FI with automatic choke
    Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with three-dimensional mapping
    Transmission: Five-speed
    Final Drive: Shaft







    For more info http://www.hondamotorcycle.com/previ...wMCPREVMEC.htm
    Gary Granger
    Remember, we are the caretakers of mechanical art.
    2013 Suzuki DR650SE, 2009 Kawasaki Concours 1400, 2003 Aprilia RSV Mille Tuono
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  • #2
    Why yes . . . yes I do . . . and I am (bad thoughts).

    Bob that fender . . .

    Think I will keep my Valkyrie Standard though. The Rune will be limited production and is expected to cost well over 22K . . . over $10,000 more than the 2002 Valk.

    Honda seems to be taking lessons from Hardley.

    I will be watching the evolution of this bike closely though . . .
    CUAgain,
    Daniel Meyer
    Author. Adventurer. Electrician.
    Find out why...It's About the Ride.

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    • #3
      Hey Dragonrider, your opinion please.

      I passed a Valk for sale in some guy's front yard today, stopped in on my way back. It was purchased in last year as a 2000 leftover, black all over, 3 into 3 pipes, he has the originals, saddle bags - not mounted - and a clip-on windscreen. 7,533 miles, very shiny. $10,500 OBO. The guy is buying a house and has to get rid of it.

      How's that price?
      Marty in NW PA
      Gone - 1978E - one of the first XS11 made
      Gone - 2007A FJR - the only year of Dark Red Metallic
      This IS my happy face.

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      • #4
        Not too bad. A new one bare is about $13K. The saddle bags and windshield add up. Came new with a 3-year unlimited milage warantee that is transferable, and extendable to 7 years for about $400.

        If you are financing it . . . then with financing rates, you may be able to get a new one for similiar money, as the interest rates are way down for new ones . . . compare . . . but soon. New Valkyries are limited due to the Rune.

        At 7K+ miles it is probably about ready for new tires . . . the OEM dunlops do not last too long . . . I got 10,000 out of my first set. Tires for this bike are expensive, you can mail order Dunlop Elites (much better tire) or Avon Venom R's (SUPER tire) for about $130 front $140 back.

        Make sure you get the stock pipes, they will make more horses than those aftermarket 6 into 6 . . . they sound good, but eat a bit of horsepower. There are other aftermarkets that look good and do not . . .

        I gotta tell you . . . these things ROCK!
        CUAgain,
        Daniel Meyer
        Author. Adventurer. Electrician.
        Find out why...It's About the Ride.

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        • #5
          Thanks, I was more curious than tempted. It is a fine looking bike, all black and chrome, but I sat on one at the dealer a couple of years ago, maybe that one, and if I remember it seemed that there was no room for my feet. Felt a little awkward. Otherwise felt good. I think I am still partial to the nekkids, definitly going to try everything out in the spring. I got spoiled by my 78E, big yet sporty, fast yet ride-able, and thanks to the forum and the other XS channel, easy to maintain.
          Marty in NW PA
          Gone - 1978E - one of the first XS11 made
          Gone - 2007A FJR - the only year of Dark Red Metallic
          This IS my happy face.

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          • #6
            I think I am still partial to the nekkids
            Usually have mine nekkid . . . have a Memphis Fats windshield, which comes off/on in about 45 seconds.

            I have a set of leather-like bags I use when touring, and bungie things to the back seat . . . but around town, and other riding where I do not need luggage it is all nekkid, all the time
            CUAgain,
            Daniel Meyer
            Author. Adventurer. Electrician.
            Find out why...It's About the Ride.

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            • #7
              Gary,I will take one ,I saw this about three weeks ago,,I think someone put a link up here,,at first glance I said that is ugly,but by the time I was done looking at it,,I was impressed,its still ugly, but I like it. I would love to have it,,,so saving my pennies. And still rebuilding my XJ's lol,.
              Ken Krieger
              Chesterfield, Va.
              81 XS1100SH - Radar Rider
              82 XJ1100J - Black and Blue
              82 XJ1100J - Bucket o Bolts
              79 XS1100SF - Road Raider
              1980 XS1100 - Frankenbike
              85 XJ700 Maxim
              06 VMax - Black Max
              85 650 Nighthawk

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              • #8
                Rune

                Guys,
                I sell for Honda. Not sure where you got the price quote, but I have pre-sold two of these. They are still on order and priced in the $35,000 range. They are not available for delivery and have not been final priced. While the Valkyrie is a great bike, i'm not sure about the rune. It appears to be all I would like in a new bike, but i still have not put my hands on one.
                Unless you are the lead sled dog the view never changes.

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                • #9
                  Hey Marty,
                  I bought a 98 Valk last month and I absolutely love it. Unfortunately I can't have 2 bikes around so my XS is now for sale. (I actually have 3 bikes now, also selling my wifes 01 shadow 600) Very hard desicion but hey, I had to do it.
                  Ride Safe.
                  [b][size=4][font=times][color=#BD0062]Wayne[/color][/font][/size][/b]
                  [b][size=4][font=times][color=#095de5]TeXSive forever[/color][/font][/size][/b]
                  The best alarm clock is sunshine on chrome.

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                  • #10
                    Good for you! And too bad.

                    I am shopping around, can't decide between a V-Star / Road Star type, or the FZ1 / ZRX1200 type. And I can't keep two. Then I think about selling my old friend and I get all misty...

                    Beside that, we only have 5 months of riding here, tough spending a lot and getting a little.
                    Marty in NW PA
                    Gone - 1978E - one of the first XS11 made
                    Gone - 2007A FJR - the only year of Dark Red Metallic
                    This IS my happy face.

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                    • #11
                      Yes, a short riding season would make the desicion to buy new harder. We here in South Texas have pretty much a year round riding season so I can put alot o miles on a bike.
                      [b][size=4][font=times][color=#BD0062]Wayne[/color][/font][/size][/b]
                      [b][size=4][font=times][color=#095de5]TeXSive forever[/color][/font][/size][/b]
                      The best alarm clock is sunshine on chrome.

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                      • #12
                        I bet noone would want to hit u in the butt... afraid they might catch sth..... (like... uglybuttlooks).
                        Other than that... looks great.

                        LP
                        If it doesn't have an engine, it's not a sport, it's only a game.
                        (stole that one from I-dont-know-who)

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