Saw this neat little ride near my place in Shanghai's CBD yesterday. Proud owner said it was a "gray market" import, but had legal plates from a neighboring province. I imagine he has a lot of fun riding this, while avoiding intersections where cops congregate.

Can anyone confirm this indeed is the Honda VTR 250 V-Twin? Any idea where these are made? (It's not in China.)

Here's a link that seems to confirm it: Honda VTR 250 write-up

I like the Ducati-like exoskeleton, er, trellis frame! Not sure I'd like the forward-leaning riding position on a bike that already is pretty low to the ground. Rule No. 1 in China: Ride tall to see and be seen!

cheers