Honda Super Cub and 50cc Honda Cub-Volkswagen Beetle for Motorcycles!

Very clever design: The Honda Super Cub was a combination of a moped and a scooter. It attracted many people with its friendly and non-intimidating appearance. People who were previously threatened by large bikes quickly approached and adopted this model.

It was a versatile motorcycle and had enough power to carry two passengers or a passenger with luggage. Its large diameter tires and wide seats provide a ride that is almost as comfortable as the touring bikes of the time.

>> Facts of Honda 50cc Cub and Super Cub

-In 1952 Honda built 7,000 of these bikes. This represents 70% of the total production of Japanese motorcycles that year.

-Thanks to this model, Honda Motorcycle was an absolute market leader between 1953 and 1954.

It is worth mentioning that they were a very competitive era. There were many manufacturers competing for a very fast growing and demanding market.

-The Honda Super Cub was the equivalent of a Ford T or Volkswagen Beetle for cars. As of 1992, Honda Motorcycles manufactured 20 million of these machines.

-Honda 50cc Super Cub has been exported to 120 countries.

As a Volkswagen Beetle, the Honda Super Cub hasn’t changed much over time. Please see the technical data below.

1959 Honda Super Cub specification

-> 4-stroke horizontal engine.

-> 49cc displacement

-> 3-speed semi-automatic gearbox.

-> Pressed steel U-shaped frame.

-> Weight: 155 lbs. (70 kg)

-> Speed: 35 mph (57 kph)

1992 Honda Super Cub specification

-> 4-stroke horizontal engine.

-> 49cc displacement

-> 3-speed semi-automatic gearbox.

-> Pressed steel U-shaped frame.

-> * Weight: 122 lbs. (55 kg)

-> * Speed: 50 mph (80 kph)

Enjoy the ride quality!

Daniel Levy