Honda NH series
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| Manufacturer | Honda |
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| Also called | Aero, Lead, Vision |
| Class | Scooter |
The NH series of Honda scooters was sold worldwide beginning in 1983, in 50, 80, 90, 100 and 125cc versions. All models have an air cooled two-stroke engines with CDI ignition. All models except the Lead 50 have leading link front suspension, electric and kick start, and a fuel gauge. The Lead 50 has a traditional telescopic fork front suspension and only electric start. All models have drum brakes and CVT transmission.
Models
- Aero (USA, 1983-1986)
- Lead (Outside USA, 1983-1987)
- Vision (Outside USA, 1987-1994)
Engine sizes
- NH 50 (49cc)
- NH 80 (79cc)
- NH 125 (124cc)
There is also a more modern Lead in 100cc and 125cc versions.
Regional variations
There were other regional variations as well as going by a different name in the USA. Most notably, the headlights were different on the early European models. The front handlebar moulding was later changed to be common across all models, allowing the same headlights to be used. Although the specific light arrangements still vary because of the regulations in different countries. Stickers, badges and mirrors are also different across regional versions.
Notes
References
- Coggins, Frank W. (September 1984), "Slick Scooters for Two-Wheel Transport", Popular Mechanics, vol. 161, no. 9, pp. 74–75, 137–138, ISSN 0032-4558, retrieved 2010-06-23
- Davis, Ted (12 September 1987), "Honda, Yamaha have scooters, but must build market Makers concentrating on 50 cc range", Toronto Star, Toronto, Ontario, p. K.7
- Koblenz, Jay (August 1984), "Sleek scooters", Popular Science, vol. 225, no. 2, Bonnier Corporation, pp. 96–98, ISSN 0161-7370, retrieved 2010-06-23
- Shattuck, Colin; Peterson, Eric (2005), Scooters: Red Eyes, Whitewalls and Blue Smoke, Speck Press, p. 39, ISBN 0972577637, retrieved 2010-06-23
