Ran into this guy and his wife touring yesterday while at the gas station. He imported this from Italy. He said it's for sale! I was in a rush, but snapped this pic. Very clean machine. This was taken on Hecker Pass, Hwy 152 in Watsonville, CA.

 

Honda Canada imported them back in 2008. I rode an Iron Butt on one and have to say it's very comfortable and a great and versatile touring bike. It's also quite heavy and tall.

 

Looks like the mission statement for that design got dropped after the power train was handled

 

That is an awesome sighting. Was wondering if any made it to the new world. Seems like they came kinda close with this but it coulda been a contender. It sure has the motor to do so. Great colors too.

Smallest beak of any adventure bike.....

 

Right on both accounts. Struggled with what it reminded me of, then it hit me.