Interesting, possible to share more details or source? I wonder if a European delay would affect NA buyers...or is Honda trying to bring our two launches closer together...A rumor in France is coming. AT delivery will be delayed to January 2016. Wait and see.
I think you're onto something... but its strange that they would make that decision after announcing their plans... its not like the Dakar just presented itself as an opportunity... But I do like the tie up...Perhaps more simple. The production start seems to be September. Official presentation in November in Milano. Then marketing launch during the Dakar to fit with the name, position.