SUVs, trucks, and powersports machines are all on display as Honda stages its enthusiast-centric display at SEMA in a bid to show that the automaker is about more than just mundane mommy-centric mobility.
Here’s what Honda has brought to SEMA this year.
1968 Honda S800 Coupe “Outlaw”
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Producer and actor Daniel Wu, most famous for playing Sunny in “Into the Badlands” built this custom 1968 Honda S800 Coupe “Outlaw”. The vehicle is based on one of the first production cars Honda ever made. Instead of doing an engine swap, Wu had the original engine completely rebuilt, adding a custom exhaust system made by GReddy. There’s a custom body kit by Pandem’s Kei Miura that features custom flares, a custom air dam, and a 2-inch lower suspension. Its fender flares make the vehicle 4-inches wider and support widened wheels wrapped in Toyota R888R tires. The vehicle has a custom interior with red leather seating.
Proctor Racing Talon 1000R
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Proctor Race Group has given the Talon design and equipment touches that are meant to reflect Honda’s racing routes. It as Sparco seats mounted with Jsport SXS aluminum seat mounts, Mastercraft cam-lock harnesses, a custom MPI Innovations steering wheel, KMC “Grenade” bead-lock wheels, 32-inch EFX Motohammer tires, Jsport SXS front and rear bumpers, a Jsport SXS intrusion bumper, and a strut-mounted spare tire carrier.
Proctor Racing Talon 1000R
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Proctor Race Group has given the Talon design and equipment touches that are meant to reflect Honda’s racing routes. It as Sparco seats mounted with Jsport SXS aluminum seat mounts, Mastercraft cam-lock harnesses, a custom MPI Innovations steering wheel, KMC “Grenade” bead-lock wheels, 32-inch EFX Motohammer tires, Jsport SXS front and rear bumpers, a Jsport SXS intrusion bumper, and a strut-mounted spare tire carrier.
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid “Do” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The 2020 CR-V Hybrid “Do” was created for weekend warriors that need to everyday practicality that the CR-V offers but also the capability to get them to a trailhead with all their equipment. It features a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, and roof basket from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Terra Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Cannondale mountain bike mounted to the roof basket.
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid “Do” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The 2020 CR-V Hybrid “Do” was created for weekend warriors that need to everyday practicality that the CR-V offers but also the capability to get them to a trailhead with all their equipment. It features a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, and roof basket from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Terra Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Cannondale mountain bike mounted to the roof basket.
2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid “Do” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The 2020 CR-V Hybrid “Do” was created for weekend warriors that need to everyday practicality that the CR-V offers but also the capability to get them to a trailhead with all their equipment. It features a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, and roof basket from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Terra Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Cannondale mountain bike mounted to the roof basket.
Ridgeline HFP Concept with Lifestyle Accessories
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Honda Factory Performance is exploring a more rugged Ridgeline with this build, which features a lift, widened track, and all-terrain tires on 18-inch bronze-finished HFP alloy wheels. The truck’s bed holds custom Fuji mountain bikes that are standing in Thule bed bike fork mounts. There’s also a Thule Xsportser bed rack and Kukenam 3 tent on the Ridgeline.
City Slicker 2019 Super Cub 125
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Steady Garage built the City Slicker Super Club, chopping and shortening its front and rear fenders, and retrofitting the front suspension with aftermarket parts designed for the Honda Ruckus. It has custom hubs with three-piece front and rear wheels. It has a custom two-tone green and off-white paint job that was done by Midnight Garage/Advance Auto Group and custom seats by Rogelio’s Auto Upholstery. It gets its deep, throaty roar from the Yoshimura Magnum GP exhaust system.
City Slicker 2019 Super Cub 125
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Steady Garage built the City Slicker Super Club, chopping and shortening its front and rear fenders, and retrofitting the front suspension with aftermarket parts designed for the Honda Ruckus. It has custom hubs with three-piece front and rear wheels. It has a custom two-tone green and off-white paint job that was done by Midnight Garage/Advance Auto Group and custom seats by Rogelio’s Auto Upholstery. It gets its deep, throaty roar from the Yoshimura Magnum GP exhaust system.
Heritage Chevy Truck with Vintage Cub and CB160
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Honda has faithfully recreated a 1961 Chevrolet half-ton pickup that was used by American Honda Motor Co. Inc. shortly after the company opened for business in 1959. It’s modeled after the one used in the 1961 photo that was originally in front of Honda’s first office in Los Angeles. The truck features hand-painted lettering and period-correct trim. In the truck’s bed are two motorcycles that played a big role in the creation of the company’s U.S. presence, a 1965 Honda 50 and a 1965 Honda CB160.
Heritage Chevy Truck with Vintage Cub and CB160
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Heritage Chevy Truck with Vintage Cub and CB160
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Honda has faithfully recreated a 1961 Chevrolet half-ton pickup that was used by American Honda Motor Co. Inc. shortly after the company opened for business in 1959. It’s modeled after the one used in the 1961 photo that was originally in front of Honda’s first office in Los Angeles. The truck features hand-painted lettering and period-correct trim. In the truck’s bed are two motorcycles that played a big role in the creation of the company’s U.S. presence, a 1965 Honda 50 and a 1965 Honda CB160.
Heritage Chevy Truck with Vintage Cub and CB160
Photo courtesy of American Honda Motor Company
Honda has faithfully recreated a 1961 Chevrolet half-ton pickup that was used by American Honda Motor Co. Inc. shortly after the company opened for business in 1959. It’s modeled after the one used in the 1961 photo that was originally in front of Honda’s first office in Los Angeles. The truck features hand-painted lettering and period-correct trim. In the truck’s bed are two motorcycles that played a big role in the creation of the company’s U.S. presence, a 1965 Honda 50 and a 1965 Honda CB160.
2019 CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports
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With this display, Honda expands the story of the CRF1000L Africa Twin to include a new family member, the CRF1000L2 Africa Twin Adventure Sports. The new model is even more off-roading ready and comes equipped with features designed for camping including more off-road friendly tires and gear for sleeping under the stars.
2019 CRF1000L Africa Twin Adventure Sports
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With this display, Honda expands the story of the CRF1000L Africa Twin to include a new family member, the CRF1000L2 Africa Twin Adventure Sports. The new model is even more off-roading ready and comes equipped with features designed for camping including more off-road friendly tires and gear for sleeping under the stars.
Rally Passport
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This model was built by Honda R&D as a private, after-hours showcase of the off-roading potential of the 2019 Honda Passport. It is designed to compete in a stage rally competition in the Limited 4WD class of the American Rally Association. The vehicle placed second in its class and 12th overall out of 75 competitors in the Southern Ohio Forest Rally. Modifications made to the model for the rave include a roll cage and safety equipment, Maxxis RAZR MT Tires on Braid Wheels, Carbotech brake pads, front and rear skid plates, and a hand-operated hydraulic brake.
Rally Passport
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This model was built by Honda R&D as a private, after-hours showcase of the off-roading potential of the 2019 Honda Passport. It is designed to compete in a stage rally competition in the Limited 4WD class of the American Rally Association. The vehicle placed second in its class and 12th overall out of 75 competitors in the Southern Ohio Forest Rally. Modifications made to the model for the rave include a roll cage and safety equipment, Maxxis RAZR MT Tires on Braid Wheels, Carbotech brake pads, front and rear skid plates, and a hand-operated hydraulic brake.
Honda Super Tuner Legends Series Winner: N600
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This head-turner was built by Dean Williams and is now owned by Stephen Mines. If features a Honda VFR 800cc V4 motorcycle engine under its hood, which drives the rear wheels on a modified Mazda MX-5 Miata suspension system. It has a 12,000 RPM redline and a deep growl coming from the exhaust. The hot rod came out on top at the Honda Super Tuner Legends Series competition this year.
Honda Super Tuner Legends Series Winner: N600
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This head-turner was built by Dean Williams and is now owned by Stephen Mines. If features a Honda VFR 800cc V4 motorcycle engine under its hood, which drives the rear wheels on a modified Mazda MX_5 Miata suspension system. It has a 12,000 RPM redline and a deep growl coming from the exhaust. The hot rod came out on top at the Honda Super Tuner Legends Series competition this year.
Honda Super Tuner Legends Series Winner: N600
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This head-turner was built by Dean Williams and is now owned by Stephen Mines. If features a Honda VFR 800cc V4 motorcycle engine under its hood, which drives the rear wheels on a modified Mazda MX_5 Miata suspension system. It has a 12,000 RPM redline and a deep growl coming from the exhaust. The hot rod came out on top at the Honda Super Tuner Legends Series competition this year.
Honda Super Tuner Legends Series Winner: N600
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This head-turner was built by Dean Williams and is now owned by Stephen Mines. If features a Honda VFR 800cc V4 motorcycle engine under its hood, which drives the rear wheels on a modified Mazda MX_5 Miata suspension system. It has a 12,000 RPM redline and a deep growl coming from the exhaust. The hot rod came out on top at the Honda Super Tuner Legends Series competition this year.
2020 CR-V “Dream” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The “Dream” kicks it up a notch from the “Do.” The model was designed for overlanding adventurers who don’t need a high level of capability but still want a properly equipped vehicle for their journey. The mods list for the CR-V is extensive and includes a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, front bumper, rear tire gate, and Plateau modular roof rack from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Ridge Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Roofnest Falcon clamshell-style rooftop tent. An organization cabinet and a slide-out refrigerator are located in the CR-V’s cavernous cargo area.
2020 CR-V “Dream” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The “Dream” kicks it up a notch from the “Do.” The model was designed for overlanding adventurers who don’t need a high level of capability but still want a properly equipped vehicle for their journey. The mods list for the CR-V is extensive and includes a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, front bumper, rear tire gate, and Plateau modular roof rack from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Ridge Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Roofnest Falcon clamshell-style rooftop tent. An organization cabinet and a slide-out refrigerator are located in the CR-V’s cavernous cargo area.
2020 CR-V “Dream” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The “Dream” kicks it up a notch from the “Do.” The model was designed for overlanding adventurers who don’t need a high level of capability but still want a properly equipped vehicle for their journey. The mods list for the CR-V is extensive and includes a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, front bumper, rear tire gate, and Plateau modular roof rack from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Ridge Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Roofnest Falcon clamshell-style rooftop tent. An organization cabinet and a slide-out refrigerator are located in the CR-V’s cavernous cargo area.
2020 CR-V “Dream” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The “Dream” kicks it up a notch from the “Do.” The model was designed for overlanding adventurers who don’t need a high level of capability but still want a properly equipped vehicle for their journey. The mods list for the CR-V is extensive and includes a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, front bumper, rear tire gate, and Plateau modular roof rack from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Ridge Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Roofnest Falcon clamshell-style rooftop tent. An organization cabinet and a slide-out refrigerator are located in the CR-V’s cavernous cargo area.
2020 CR-V “Dream” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The “Dream” kicks it up a notch from the “Do.” The model was designed for overlanding adventurers who don’t need a high level of capability but still want a properly equipped vehicle for their journey. The mods list for the CR-V is extensive and includes a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, front bumper, rear tire gate, and Plateau modular roof rack from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Ridge Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Roofnest Falcon clamshell-style rooftop tent. An organization cabinet and a slide-out refrigerator are located in the CR-V’s cavernous cargo area.
2020 CR-V “Dream” Build by Jsport Performance Accessories
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The “Dream” kicks it up a notch from the “Do.” The model was designed for overlanding adventurers who don’t need a high level of capability but still want a properly equipped vehicle for their journey. The mods list for the CR-V is extensive and includes a 1.5-inch lift kit, side steps, front bumper, rear tire gate, and Plateau modular roof rack from Jsport, 17-inch KMC off-road wheels with Nitto Ridge Grappler all-terrain tires, and a Roofnest Falcon clamshell-style rooftop tent. An organization cabinet and a slide-out refrigerator are located in the CR-V’s cavernous cargo area.
Honda Tuning 2018 Civic Si Project by Super Street Magazine
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This Civic Si was designed to test multiple aftermarket products and put the Civic Si through its performance paces. Modifications include an intake and intercooler kit, an ECU re-flash, complete front-to-rear exhaust system, a complete turbo kit with a new downpipe, lower-positioned seats with more pronounced thigh and side bolsters, an adjustable length and height shifter, and adjustable gas pedal spacer. All the mods are completely reversible.
Jeanneret Racing and Olson Kustom Works Civic Si Drift Car
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The modifications to this Civic Si change it from sporty commuter to a full blown drift car. It has extensive chassis modifications that change it from a front-wheel drive car to a rear-wheel drive one and engine transformations that reorient the K24 engine and bring its ability up to a competition-spec 926 horsepower. Chassis, engine and body modifications to the Formula Drift vehicle were performed in-house in conjunction with Jeanneret Racing and Olson Kustom Works.
Jeanneret Racing and Olson Kustom Works Civic Si Drift Car
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The modifications to this Civic Si change it from sporty commuter to a full blown drift car. It has extensive chassis modifications that change it from a front-wheel drive car to a rear-wheel drive one and engine transformations that reorient the K24 engine and bring its ability up to a competition-spec 926 horsepower. Chassis, engine and body modifications to the Formula Drift vehicle were performed in-house in conjunction with Jeanneret Racing and Olson Kustom Works.
Super Street 2000 Civic Si Challenge Winner
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In 2000, this 1999 Honda Civic Si was modified by Super Street magazine then preserved by American Honda as a showpiece of early 21st century innovation. All of its modifications were completed with just a $10,000 budget. After winning, the Super Street Honda Civic Si was duplicated by Mattel as a 1:18-scale model.
Super Street 2000 Civic Si Challenge Winner
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In 2000, this 1999 Honda Civic Si was modified by Super Street magazine then preserved by American Honda as a showpiece of early 21st century innovation. All of its modifications were completed with just a $10,000 budget. After winning, the Super Street Honda Civic Si was duplicated by Mattel as a 1:18-scale model.
Super Street 2000 Civic Si Challenge Winner
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In 2000, this 1999 Honda Civic Si was modified by Super Street magazine then preserved by American Honda as a showpiece of early 21st century innovation. All of its modifications were completed with just a $10,000 budget. After winning, the Super Street Honda Civic Si was duplicated by Mattel as a 1:18-scale model.
Super Street 2000 Civic Si Challenge Winner
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In 2000, this 1999 Honda Civic Si was modified by Super Street magazine then preserved by American Honda as a showpiece of early 21st century innovation. All of its modifications were completed with just a $10,000 budget. After winning, the Super Street Honda Civic Si was duplicated by Mattel as a 1:18-scale model.
2019 Monkey 125 “SARU with Love”
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This model, built by Arthur Yang, features a whopping 125 aftermarket enhancements including forged aluminum wheels, a titanium exhaust system, aluminum swing arm, CNC side-plate covers, and an Over Racing handlebar system. Over Racing has given the vehicle a refitted suspension using Ohilns components with a Chimera Engineering ram intake. There’s also a Kitaco seat and an Asia-spec light conversion.
2019 Monkey 125 “SARU with Love”
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This model, built by Arthur Yang, features a whopping 125 aftermarket enhancements including forged aluminum wheels, a titanium exhaust system, aluminum swing arm, CNC side-plate covers, and an Over Racing handlebar system. Over Racing has given the vehicle a refitted suspension using Ohilns components with a Chimera Engineering ram intake. There’s also a Kitaco seat and an Asia-spec light conversion.
Custom CRF450L “Grey Area”
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If you’ve tuned in to see Honda Supercross and Motocross racer Cole Seely’s vlogs, you know that he’s outfitted this Custom CRF450L “Grey Area” with a number of modifications. Working with Bleach Design Werks, Seely added black Dubya wheels and Throttle Jockey helped design the vehicle’s graphics. Its suspension has been upgraded for supercross duty.
Custom CRF450L “Grey Area”
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If you’ve tuned in to see Honda Supercross and Motocross racer Cole Seely’s vlogs, you know that he’s outfitted this Custom CRF450L “Grey Area” with a number of modifications. Working with Bleach Design Werks, Seely added black Dubya wheels and Throttle Jockey helped design the vehicle’s graphics. Its suspension has been upgraded for supercross duty.
