The Honda NT1100 made its global debut in 2021, and now three years later, the Japanese sports-tourer has received a proper upgrade, making it all the more desirable. Unfortunately, it continues to remain a Europe-only product.
Honda has now tweaked the styling to make the NT1100 look more aggressive than before. Complementing the mean-looking headlights are the DRLs that double up as indicators. For its intended purpose, the sports tourer now comes with a new adjustable windshield and side deflectors. However, the windshield isn’t electronic, but Honda claims it can be adjusted with one hand.
Another bit that should make it a better sports tourer than before is the new electronic package. The 6-axis IMU is now linked to the DCT (Dual-clutch Transmission) which should translate to smoother starts from standstill and improved low-speed riding. The shifts are also now optimised to match the updated engine and the lean angle.
The 1084cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine is from the Honda Africa Twin, and hence receives the same updates as the ADV. For starters, the airbox intake ducts are now 8 mm larger in diameter, allowing the engine to breathe better. This is complemented by the longer intake trumpets that draw in more air. Add the new ECU settings and modified injected angles, the torque shoots up to 11.4 kgm from 10.7 kgm, although the power remains the same at 100 bhp.
Other changes on the 2025 Honda NT1100 include electronic suspension option for the DCT models. So, instead of the Showa cartridge-type forks, riders can now opt for Showa Electronically Equipped Ride Adjustment (Showa-EERA).
All the electronics and other settings can be accessed via the same 6.5-inch TFT screen that comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Honda NT1100’s closest rival in our market could be the Kawasaki Ninja 1100. While Team Green’s sport-tourer could arrive next year, the chances of NT1100 debuting in India are slim. That said, a DCT-equipped sport-tourer could be well-received in India, won’t it?
