Honda 70
The Honda 70 (later rebadged as the Honda CD70) is a four stroke motorcycle produced by Honda of Japan from 1970 to 1991. Production moved to Atlas Honda of Pakistan, in 1991.
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Manufacturer | Atlas Honda, Pakistan |
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Also called | CD 70 |
Parent company | Honda Motor Company |
Production | 1970–present |
Assembly | Japan (1970–1991) Karachi, Pakistan (1991–present) Sheikhupura, Pakistan (1991–present) |
Class | Standard |
Engine | 72 cc (4.4 cu in) 4-Stroke, OHC, air-cooled, single |
Ignition type | Capacitor discharge ignition CDI |
Transmission | Four-speed manual |
Brakes | Drum, front and rear |
Tires | Front: 2.25-17 (4 PR) Rear: 2.50-17 (4 PR) |
Wheelbase | 1,206 mm (47.5 in) |
Dimensions | L: 1,897 mm (74.7 in) W: 751 mm (29.6 in) H: 1,014 mm (39.9 in) |
Fuel capacity | 8.5 L (1.9 imp gal; 2.2 US gal) |
Introduced to compete against rival two-stroke small capacity motorcycles, the Honda 70 had a Four stroke engine with an displacement of 72 cc (4.4 cu in). Models from 1970 to 1983 were called the Honda 70, with a Honda 70 logo on the side covers.
The Honda 70 had a rectangular speedometer with gear range markings and a maximum calibration of 60 mph (97 km/h). The claimed top speed was 58 mph (93 km/h). The engine was constantly upgraded and modified. In 1984, the bike was released as the Honda CD70. It had a variety of changing logo stickers, and in 2012, there were changes in the shape of engine, carburettor and rear indicators which were moved lower, near the rear light.