Back in 2004, Honda burst onto the downhill scene with their futuristic and secretive RN-01 G-Cross bike, piloted by none other than World Champion Greg Minaar. It was exactly what you’d hope for from a legendary race motorbike brand too. A polished monocoque alloy and carbon fiber frame, prototype forks and shock from moto royalty Showa Corporation and a secret ‘gearbox’. The bike was successful too, winning the world cup overall in 2005 under Minaar as well as several world cups and national titles.
