Why you need Honda’s dual clutch transmission

Honda’s dual clutch transmission (DCT), as fitted to this VFR1200, ditches the clutch and gearshift levers in favor of “+” and “-” paddles and the option of fully-automatic operation. That’s a neat bit of technology, but why do you need it? Well, it makes burnouts super easy — just grab some front brake and roll open the throttle — but it’s going to have real advantages for driving in congested cities and in stop/start traffic too.

Photos: Grant Ray

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