Introduction

Honda’s dynamic XL1000V Varadero reasserts its leading position in the exciting world of Adventure Touring with detailed new design innovations and ride quality improvements that significantly enhance its impressive looks, its easy convenience and its long-term riding comfort.

The majestic, distance-devouring Varadero made its initial European debut in 1999, and since that time its big proportions, big performance and resolute look of Adventure Touring capability have won it wide acclaim among those whose prime interest in riding is covering long distances and exploring new horizons. Its broad, comfortable accommodations offer a luxurious mount for two, and its easily expandable carrying capacity make long trips possible on a moment’s notice. Its wide-coverage fairing offers welcome protection from the elements, while its long-travel suspension systems smooth over any rough spots one may encounter.
At this heart of this adventuresome riding machine is a slim yet torquey fuel-injected, liquid-cooled 1,000cc V-twin engine that delivers a strong, dependable surge of impressive acceleration from anywhere in its wide powerband. Whether climbing mountain ranges or stretching its legs along Europe’s high-speed carriageways, the Varadero has come to be regarded as a first-class ticket to pleasant days of touring adventures and exciting side-trips off the beaten paths.

The Varadero also comes available in an ABS version which complements its innovative and smoothly responsive Dual Combined Brakes with the confident control of the world’s most advanced motorcycle Antilock Brake System. Fully outfitted for the ultimate in riding enjoyment, the Varadero feels just as strong and confident sailing down the motorways as it is exploring less travelled backroads in the search for new adventures.

With the goal of burnishing this jewel of the Continental highways and beyond, Honda’s development team set out to further smooth any rough edges and accentuate its creature comforts with added details that touring riders can most appreciate. With a list of well-considered design attractions and a slightly slimmer, more accommodating form in its seating area, the new 2007 XL1000V Varadero is set to continue its reign as the King of Adventure Touring by providing a more fulfilling answer to the siren song of the open road.

Colouring

The new 2007 XL1000V Varadero rolls out onto the highways with a glistening new trio of attractive body colours that brilliantly announce its revived standing on the European touring scene. The first is a shimmering metallic silver that, like its name recalls the sheen of medieval suits of armour burnished for old world conquests. In a rich, pearlescent black, the Varadero exudes a look of stately quality that doesn’t shy away from the most elegant surroundings. Finally, in deep metallic red, the Varadero gleams with a hue of supreme luxury that boldly reasserts its standing as the King of the Adventure Touring class.
All colour variations feature a new two-tone graphic image that accentuates its look of luxury while giving the Varadero a lighter and more agile look on all the roads it travels.

Colours
• Chevalier Silver Metallic
• Pearl Concours Black
• Bloom Red Metallic

New Features

The new 2007 XL1000V Varadero comes loaded with a host of new features that enhance its styling, convenience and long-term riding comfort for longer years of cross-town or cross-continent riding enjoyment.

New Instrument Panel
The Varadero’s newly designed instrument panel features new dial designs for a more attractive look and easier recognition, and a new fuel mileage gauge that calculates remaining driving distance based on fuel volume and current fuel consumption.

New Locking Side Pockets
For added riding convenience, the Varadero’s cockpit now features convenient new carrying compartments built into the sides of the cockpit area, which help keep needed smaller riding essentials within easy reach. As these pockets also feature locking lids, the security of these essentials when parked is also assured.

New Seat Shape
The Varadero’s seat contours have also been carefully redesigned for greatly enhanced riding comfort for both rider and passenger over longer touring distances.

New Sidecover Panels
The Varadero’s sidecover panels have been newly redesigned for more compact and stylish shapes that also lend easier access to hard-to-reach service points and other functional parts.

New Tail Cowl Design
The new 2007 Varadero also features a new, more sleekly designed tail cowl, which tapers with smoothly rounded rear contours into a large, fully integrated combination tail/stop light and clear-lens indicators for a more modern look and enhanced visibility from the rear.

New Tail Pipe Caps
The Varadero’s prominent twin high-mount exhausts play a distinctive role in its impressive Adventure Touring design. Now these large stainless steel canisters receive a more cosmopolitan look with new decorative form-fitted end caps, which provide a stylish accent on the Varadero’s intrepid go-anywhere design.

New Aluminium Undercowl
The Varadero’s large resin undercowl has been replaced with a more sturdy new aluminium lower cowl that enhances protection of lower engine components while providing a more rugged look as well.

New HECS3 Low-Emissions System
In keeping with the latest in environmental protection laws and Honda’s ongoing efforts to protect the air we breath, the 2007 Varadero features a new HECS3 oxygen-sensing catalytic exhaust gas converter system. This system effectively controls engine operation to minimise the emissions of harmful gasses and ensure full compliance with Europe’s strict EURO-3 emissions regulations, all while maintaining the top performance and swift acceleration for which the Varadero has won renown.

New Colour Variations
The Varadero’s new colour variations feature two-tone graphics that exude a lighter, more luxurious image whether at stop or on the move.

Optional Equipment

The new 2007 XL1000V Varadero will also be made available with a wide assortment of optionally available parts and accessories that greatly enhance its range of enjoyment, convenience and security. These items include:

For Comfort
• A Honda Optimate 3SP battery optimiser, which automatically maintains the motorcycle battery at full charge and peak condition, especially over long periods of non-use, even if connected for months at a time. The Optimate 3SP also features a specialised diagnostic function that can detect, desulfate and recharge deeply discharged batteries. (A convenient wall-mounting bracket for the Optimate 3SP is also separately available.)
• An easy-to-use Honda Navigation kit that greatly facilitates finding locations in unfamiliar areas.
• A rear fog lamp kit that improves visibility in foggy conditions.
• A lower top box pad that absorbs shocks and protects the surface finish of delicate items placed in the top box.

For Carrying Ease
• Easy-attach pannier sets in two sizes - 29 litres and 35 litres - featuring quick-detach mounting hardware and ample capacity for most touring needs.
• A deluxe black nylon pannier inner bag set that features silver Honda Wing logos, adjustable shoulder belts and carrying handles for easy transport to and from the panniers.
• A large-capacity 45-litre top box featuring quick-detach mounting hardware and enough room to securely hold a full-face helmet and more.
• A sturdy, easy-to-use U-lock designed to provide extra protection against theft that fits easily under the locking seat.

For Protection
• A strong, water-resistant yet breathable cycle cover to protect the Varadero’s paint and bodywork from the elements while allowing it to dry more efficiently when covered.
• A protective fabric pannier cover set (35 litres).
• A protective, adhesive-backed 35-litre pannier scuff pad set.
• A protective top box cover (45-litre size).
• A tank pad/fuel lid cover set.
• Sheets of adhesive-backed protective film to prevent scuffs and scratches on painted bodywork.

For Maintenance Ease
• An easily mounted and highly useful centrestand.

Technical Specifications