Honda DREAM Festa Grand Test Ride
I went to HSR Kyushu on Sunday, May 28.

I went on a test ride of the vehicle I was looking for at this year's event.
(X-ADV, CBR250RR, CBR1000RR SP, REBLE500, CBR400R)
There are already quite a few people lined up for the morning reception.
After the reception, you will receive a 5-ticket packet (only up to 5 cars can be ridden).

Sponsors also set up booths, and the two-wheel parking lot is covered. Highs in the 30s.
I am trying to be a good person, so I appreciate it.

After applying for the car type you want, get in line for the car type you want.
You can get a glimpse of the level of popularity here.

It appears that nearly 70 vehicles have been brought in for this test drive.

First, I was most interested in X-ADV.

The lead cars were all CBR250RRs. Following the lead car, we entered the course.
One of the inexperienced in this group ended up driving at low speed.

Incidentally, the cockpit is finished in an adventurous manner.

Next is the just released CBR250RR.

The cockpit is racy, flying above the rest of the 250SS in Japan.
(The clip-ons under the top bridge are reminiscent of the ’80s and ’90s.)

The lead car of this group ran at a good speed there, which gave us a glimpse of its performance.

Next was the REBLE500, which I was interested in because I do not usually ride cruiser-type vehicles.

It's an easy position and easy to maneuver.
I guess one thing that bothered me was the interference with the left leg of the clutch cover.
Maybe I should just ride with my legs open like an American.

Next is the CBR1000RR SP, which is now out of my price range.
It is a very intriguing body.

The opening screen with the key ON is also very elaborate.

Now, straddle the seat and check the position. As expected of SP, the seat is high....

Those who choose CBR1000RR are used to riding.

As expected of a CBR1000RR lead car, it pulls quite well.

Finally, I rode a CBR400R. It is a paratwin 400cc, so the body is light.
It has power with no complaints for city driving, and the position is comfortable.

There is no peak power, but the handling is straightforward.

Even if you don't own a motorcycle, as long as you have a motorcycle license, you can take a test ride.
You can ride as much as you want (preferably in a large size, even better).
everyoneSafetyRaidI'll see you then........

KUSHITANI COFFEE BREAK MEETING 2017
I went to the San Ai Rest House on Saturday, May 13.

Heavy rain from the previous day remained until dawn, so the number of motorcycles was low.

Raimu, a senior student of "Bak-ON! and was also present at the Enjoy Honda event.
It was a bit like a photo shoot.

The parking lot where I always park at Sanai Rest House is after G.W,
The area is deserted due to rain until the morning.

Yamanami Highway and Milk Road are great during this season.

A lone female driver in a Copenhagen and a pair of BMWs with Hiroshima license plates are also driving comfortably.

This is the KUSHITANI COFFEE BREAK MEETING 2017 Report.

The best season for motorcycles has arrived.
SafetyRaid everyone, see you soon.

In late April and early May, the world is in the midst of Golden Week.
I too am on a calendar vacation.
I ran for 1,000 km to break in.
I decided to drive on the highway to make the distance easier.

Taking a break at the Hirokawa service area. I see that there is a customer ahead of me.

I thought of heading for Oita, but it was G.W.
We turned around on the way because traffic was expected to be congested with more and more cars.

Later, after the earthquake to Sanai Rest House in Senomoto
We went down to check the road conditions.
The direct route to Tawarayama Tunnel is closed.

Most of the wind turbine propellers near the top of Mt. Tawara have been removed.

The road on the Minamiaso side is easier to drive than the Kumamoto City side, with no gaps.

On the Yamanami Highway, near Senomoto, visibility was poor due to drizzle, and we soon turned back.
The return trip will be via Kenny Road (Green Road).

In places, you can see the scars of the earthquake on the roads.

The Jizo Pass area is also foggy and looks like it is in the clouds.

When you turn to the Kumamoto City side, the weather turns around and you can see the city in the distance.

The weather is perfect for convertibles and motorcycles.

Change the day and head for San-ai Rest House on the main bike.
A Colt Rally Art Version R was spotted sticking around.
In the early morning, be careful with colored pavement as morning dew remains.

On the way, we will take a break at LAWSON in Minamiaso (it is a strange colored store),
There are motorcycles there.

Sanai Rest House in Senomoto is rather empty since it was the last day of G.W.

The return trip is again via Kenny Road (Green Road).

View from the pavilion on the Kumamoto side of Kenny Road (Green Road).

The best season for motorcycles has arrived.
SafetyRaid everyone, see you soon.

Enjoy Honda 2017 in HSR Kyushu
There were a variety of events during the event, and we will pick up a few of them.
First, HondaRacing Performance
HSR Kyushu is a rare course where motorcycles and 4-wheelers can run together.

You will only see SUPER FORMULA and motocross together here.

The McLaren Honda MP4-31 cockpit experience was so popular that there was already an 80-minute wait.
I gave up on the intolerable...

The NSX cockpit experience was also popular, with a 40-minute wait. We gave up on this one too...

MotoGP and NSX VR also had long lines...

The racing simulator D.D.R. is also attracting crowds.

Kumamoto Prefecture's sales manager, which boasts an economic impact of more than 120 billion yen.
The popularity of "Kumamon" is enormous among the little ones.
Strider test-ride event is also crowded.

On Sunday, CB Owner's Meeting is held and CBs gather from all over the country.

Some of them are mixed with valuable car bodies.
Let the owner live a long life.

I was hungry, so I headed home, but it was after 12:00 p.m.
Visitors are coming one after another.

Parking is part of the fun at these events.
Rare car bodies and the Blackbird Corps can also be seen.

CRF250 RALLY just released, AfurikaTuinn was also there.

This concludes our report on Enjoy Honda 2017 in HSR Kyushu.
Let's hope for more next year's event. See you all soon....