Since its introduction in 2010 on the VFR1200F, Honda’s Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) has been arguably the biggest innovation in motorcycle technology this century.
Far from a traditional “automatic” gearbox, the DCT system is a technologically advanced, electro-hydraulically controlled manual transmission that offers the rider the best of both worlds: the freedom of automatic shifting combined with the performance and precision of a seamless manual box.
The entire system is remarkably compact, utilizing two main shafts positioned concentrically (one inside the other):
While the motorcycle is running in, say, 1st gear (engaged by Clutch 1), the system’s electronics and hydraulics automatically pre-select 2nd gear on the opposite shaft (Clutch 2). When the pre-determined shift point is reached, the ECU simultaneously disengages Clutch 1 and engages Clutch 2.
Because the next gear is already rotating at the correct speed and ready for engagement, the shift happens almost instantaneously and without any interruption in the flow of power to the rear wheel. The result is a lightning-fast, incredibly smooth gear change that even expert manual riders cannot consistently replicate.
Automatic Mode (AT – Drive and Sport):
Manual Mode (MT):
Override Function:
The advantages of the DCT system translate directly into enhanced riding enjoyment and focus:
Honda has demonstrated its commitment to DCT by integrating the technology into a wide range of popular models:
Honda’s DCT system successfully bridges the gap between traditional motorcycle engagement and modern convenience, proving that true mechanical enjoyment and automated efficiency can coexist seamlessly on two wheels.
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