Exotic Honda for Sydney

First unveiled at last year's Tokyo Motor Show, the machine is only a concept at this stage and promises some interesting innovations. It claims a 903cc inline four engine mated to a shaft drive via what the company describes as as a “sports automatic” transmission.

Two helmets fit under the bulbous rear end, while the windscreen has a unique venting system, taking air from the duct in the front of the fairing and ducting it via a slot in the top edge of the screen. The company claims it greatly reduces turbulence for the rider.

Despite the machine's size, Honda claims it weighs in at under 200 kilos.

Another pair of machines on show will be the 250 and 600 versions of the Silverwing. The 600 runs a 50-horse parallel twin and weighs around 220 kilos.

According to the organizers, Yamaha will be showcasing its 2007 Yamaha R1 and will unveil its new YFM400F Big Bear all-terrain vehicle.

Ducati will have its all-new 2007 Ducati Multistrada 1100 and 1100S, Monster S4R Testastretta, Sport 1000 Biposto, and Sport 1000 Biposto S while Harley-Davidson will feature its new 2007 family and 2007 Buells. BMW has announced that it will launch the 2007 R 1200 R at the show, as well as the new BMW F 800 S and F 800 ST. Triumph will have its all-new 1050cc Tiger on hand.

The Moto Guzzi Norje 1200 will headline the John Sample Automotive stand, along with the Aprilia Tuono Factory and two new scooters - the Sports City 250 and the Scarabeo 500. The $50,000 MV Agusta F41000 will be front and centre on the Paul Feeney Group stand, as well as the Senna.

The FCAI says there will be over a dozen as yet unseen models and concept bikes on display at this year's show.

See www.sydneymotorcycleshow.com.au