Honda Valkyrie 1800
Der Honda Valkyrie Rune (NRX1800) wurde 2004 als Custom-Cruiser in limitierter Auflage vorgestellt, der auf der GL1800 Gold Wing-Plattform basiert und Hondas Design und den technischen Ehrgeiz mit seinem markanten futuristischen Design unter Beweis stellt. Er wurde nur für die Modelljahre 2004 und 2005 produziert und ist damit ein seltenes Sammlerstück. In den USA wurden etwa 3.000 Einheiten verkauft. Er zeichnete sich durch seine handpolierte Aluminiumkarosserie und sein einzigartiges Verbundbremssystem aus und galt eher als rollendes Kunstwerk denn als traditioneller Cruiser.
118 hp
Leistung
167 Nm
Drehmoment
380 kg
Gewicht
185 km/h (estimated; Honda did not publish an official figure)
Höchstgeschwindigkeit
7.5 L/100km (approx. 13.3 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Treibstoff
Nackt
Körper
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Was Käufer wissen sollten
Rock-Solid Engine Reliability
The 1800cc flat-six engine is derived from the Gold Wing platform, known for exceptional longevity often exceeding 100,000 miles with proper maintenance. Honda's build quality means major mechanical failures are rare when routine service is followed.
Watch the Fuel Injectors
Sitting bikes are the Valkyrie's biggest enemy — ethanol-blend fuel can clog injectors and corrode fuel system components if left unused for extended periods. Always ask sellers about storage history and whether a fuel stabilizer was used.
Strong Resale Value
The Valkyrie 1800 holds its value exceptionally well due to limited production numbers and a dedicated collector following. Low-mileage examples in good condition routinely command prices close to their original MSRP even years later.
Generationen und Spezifikationen nach Jahr
Die erste Version basiert auf der GL1800-Plattform, Sechszylinder-Boxermotor mit 1832 cm³ Hubraum, Design im Bobber-Stil, ohne Verkleidung.
Bewertung von gebrauchten Käufern
"The most characterful cruiser Honda ever built, full stop."
$6,500-$11,000 usedThe Valkyrie 1800 is essentially a Gold Wing with its clothes off, and that's meant as the highest compliment. Honda took their bulletproof flat-six and stuffed it into a cruiser chassis, and the result is something genuinely special. That engine pulls like a freight train from idle and never feels strained, even two-up with luggage. Used examples hold up remarkably well — these bikes were bought by serious riders who maintained them properly. That said, go in with eyes open. The thing is massive and heavy, and low-speed maneuvering will humble you until muscle memory kicks in. Parts aren't always dealer-shelf items, so budget for wait times. Check the carburetors carefully on older examples — they gunk up if the bike sat unused, which happens more than you'd think with luxury cruisers. Also verify the final drive oil has been changed regularly.
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