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Saturday, June 28, 2008

Honda C70 - AD5217FC | Really Cool One!

Honda C70. I see this Honda C-70 come close to my shop. Two ladies are riding this Honda motorcycle. They are so happy and look like so proud of their bike. I admit it. I asked to one of them whether the engine is still original or using other Honda engines.

She admitted that the engine of this Honda C-70 is not original anymore she replaced it with Honda Supra's engine. Yes…. I knew it. Because I was thinking this Honda C-70's engine was difference with its original. So basically this Honda C70 does a lot of makeover in order to keep this Honda C-70 motorcycle keep running on the street.

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It is very common here in Indonesia people who own Honda C70 do a lot of makeover to maintain their Honda C70 working as suppose to be. Because this Honda C-70 was manufactured first time around 1970’s so it is very difficult now to find spare part to replace the old ones.

Back to this picture, we see some parts of this Honda C-70 motorcycle still in its original. Like rear shock absorber, stop lamp and so on.

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Honda passport Motorcycle
Also if we look little deeper we can see that this Honda C70 was repainting not long ago, because the paint is so shining. Back to the Honda C-70's engine…. As we can see here the engine looks like new too.

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Overall this Honda C70 is still in good shape. The owner must be proud of it. See you in next article.

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Thursday, June 5, 2008

Honda C70 - R6949UH

Honda C70. I was doing nothing at that time, but suddenly I saw a guy with Honda C70 came to my shop. He asked to the mechanic to check if his Honda C70 needs to replace some spare parts. After carefully checked that Honda C-70, my mechanic said it needs to replace the dumper set and also the brake shoes.

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This Honda C70 still in good condition. It barely can view in this picture above. And also still have original leg shield. Most Honda C70 nowadays never has it anymore. So it's a credit for this Honda Passport motorcycle.

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You can also see those 2 side mirrors. I came close to see whether these side mirrors original or imitation. But I come to my surprise that these are original. Another credit for this Honda C70.

Honda C70

I talked to the owner about how you take care this Honda C-70 motorcycle so this Honda C70 still pretty nice. He said he already spent a lot of money to maintain this bike in good condition. But he is happy and satisfy about what he has done with this Honda C-70 motorcycle. Yes, sure he is!

Honda C70

Another thing is the Honda C-70's engine still running smoothly without making unnecessary noice. I think he really takes a good care to his Honda C-70.

Honda C70

I bet a lot of Honda C70 lover will be proud to have this in hand. But unfortunately he doesn't want to sell it. Good Job Dude!


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Thursday, May 8, 2008

Honda C70 - Red Color

Honda C70. Another red color Honda C70 stop by to my shop. The owner is an old guy, just another ordinary man. He told to my mechanic that the Honda C70's engine suddenly stop and doesn’t want to run.

He explain that a little while ago he charged the battery for his Honda C70. But still the engine doesn’t want running. He ask help to my mechanic for his Honda C70.

This kind of Honda C70, still in good condition. I think it depends on the owner to take care of his honda C-70 motorcycle. You can see the picture below.

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Honda passport motorcycle

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Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Total Super Cub Production Reaches 50 Mio. Units

Super Cub Read the title there? Super Cub reaches 50 million production units by the end of December 2005. Great achievement for Super Cub! This Super Cub has become the favorite motor vehicle ever since. I found this Super Cub article from browsing the internet, http://world.honda.com/news/2006/c060208SuperCub/index.html. Please read the full story about Super Cub below.

"KUMAMOTO, Japan, February 8, 2006 – Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced that total worldwide production of the Super Cub reached 50 million units at the end of December 2005. A favorite with customers since its launch in 1958, the Honda Super Cub has become the first motor vehicle to achieve total worldwide production of 50 million units.1

Honda Super Cub

The first-generation Super Cub made its debut in Japan in 1958. At a time when 2-stroke engines were the main stream, the Super Cub was fitted with a revolutionary, high-performance 50cc 4-stroke engine that offered superb economy and durability. The creative design also featured a low-floor backbone frame for convenient mounting and dismounting, a lever-free centrifugal clutch for easy shifting, large plastic leg shields to protect riders’ legs from dirt and wind, and other innovations. Since then the Super Cub has undergone many improvements, but its basic design and concepts remain unchanged, and it carries on a proud tradition of unique styling.
Honda Super Cub

In 1959 the United States became the first market for Honda Cub exports, and in 1961 Taiwan became the first country to assemble the model from imported Japanese parts. Since then, following the policy of building products where the demand is, Honda has expanded Super Cub production to facilities around the world. Currently produced in 13 countries and a popular product in more than 160, the Super Cub is a practical motorcycle that enjoys a strong reputation around the world.

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Wednesday, April 2, 2008

Honda C70 - Wikipedia

C70 Passport was the elder brother of the Honda Super Cub, with more power, same cheap economical ride and reliability. It was introduced in USA, Canada, Asia and Vietnam in 1970; the first models were called C70 but in 1980 C70 Passport was introduced.

It had a 72 cc air-cooled single overhead cam engine, a semi-automatic 3-speed gearbox, enough horse power to pull this bike to a top speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). First models had 6 v electrics, in 1982 12 v electrics and CDI ignition were introduced to further improve the performance of the engine. All models have a full-enclosed drive chain for less maintenance.
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Specifications (1970-74 models)
Displacement
72 cm³
Engine
4 stroke Over Head Cam single cylinder
Ignition
Breaker points
Transmission
3-speed with a semi-automatic clutch
Fuel system
Carburetor
Valves
2 valves / cylinder
Top Speed
80 km/h (50 mph)
Electrics
6 Volts
Available colors
Aquarius blue, Bright red, Pine green and Grey
Leg guard/cowling
white
Fuel tank emblem read "HONDA 70"
Seat
long (for two riders) or two separated seats
Rear footpegs
standard
Starter
Kick start
Tail light
large tail light common to other Hondas of the '70s



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Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Honda Motorcycles Will Bring A Smile To Your Face

By: Jerbob Johnson

Honda Motorcycle. Just above the roar of the sky scraping performance motorcycle you can hear the sound of someone screaming. You speculate if they are alright. Around the bend, they come into sight and you see the huge smile of the person realizing this wasn't screaming but a joyful laugh. They are riding a Honda. They got this big ole rocket between their legs and are hanging on for dear life. Honda has put into the place the benchmark for invigorating motorcycle performance. Honda motorcycles are rock-solid, well intended, and calculated for performance, steadfastness and ease. Not only are they fast but they are also eye candy. You just like looking at them.

The adventure begins when you turn on the key and throw your leg up and over the seat on the slick Honda Goldwing. The open road beckons you. Not only do you experience the excitement of a road trip but the Honda can also deliver a hang on to your britches ride. The engine performs flawlessly and the handling offers a relaxed riding on the open road. Everytime you sit on a Goldwing, you will be reminded of all the reasons you enjoy riding a motorcycle. Age is no longer a factor, whether you are young or old, the Honda will bring a satisfaction when riding a motorcycle.

What separates Honda motorcycle from the Suzuki's or Kawasaki or even Harleys? Honda is Johnny come lately to the market; they have been around a long time. They build just not motorcycles but Honda ATV's and quite a few other heavy industrial equipment. Their reputations for building top of the line motorcycles are second to none. Honda engineers do not sit on past accomplishment. What is the next level in motorcycle or ATV design? You can rest assure they are busily designing a better ATV. Whether you are looking for a dirt bike, ATV or an open road touring cycle, Honda has one that will be just what the doctor ordered.

Have you ever been to a Honda ATV auction? At these motorcycle auctions, you have the thrill of bidding on the bike of your choice, finding parts to rebuild your ATV, Honda ATV service manual links and much more. Can you imagine being able to decide what you want to pay get the excitement through an auction to do just that?

Sometimes our Honda breaks down. Sometimes we break our motorcycle or ATV. We all need part, tires, body, electrical and even decals to rebuild our Honda. Through an auction, you can locate the hard to find parts you need to fix your bike.

Some folks need to do the touchy feely thing before you buy any parts or Honda accessories. You can stop over to your local dealer. A word of caution: At the dealer you will probably pay a lot more. Buying today on the web can be just as safe as buying from the dealer. Just use common sense and follow the rules that payment provider have such as PayPal. Some auctions (not all) make available an easy way to finance the machine of your dreams.

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Jerry Johnson owns the Honda ATV Service Manual Links store as well as several other successful motorcycle websites. Our Honda ATV parts auctions can save your money and are also fun. Visit Honda ATV Service Manual Links.com to find and bid on the Honda ATV parts and manuals.


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Tuesday, March 11, 2008

A Guide to Buying Your First Motorcycle

By Isla Campbell


Motorcycle. The thrill of riding a motorbike is a wonderful experience and unlike any other form of transport. If, like so many others, you are thinking of buying your first bike, a few simple steps can prevent you from buying something you'll just want to trade in after a few months.

Being the first owner of a new bike can be a privilege, but one that comes at a price. Bikes depreciate a lot quicker than cars, and this is especially true with new bikes, losing at least 15% of their value as soon as you've ridden it out of the showroom. If you're an inexperienced driver the drop in value in the first weeks is pretty high, significantly affecting the vehicle's resale price. If you do choose to buy new, make sure you intend to keep it for a while in order to minimise the effects of the initial loss.

Most dealers will carry a range of second hand bikes or trade-ins for sale. These won't be as cheap as the ones you can find from private sellers, but a reputable trader will ensure the bike isn't stolen, allow you to test ride it without arranging your own insurance and offer a warranty or service package.

Private sellers will be able to provide you with a bargain, but this requires more effort and vigilance. If possible, arrange to view bikes you are interested in the same day you see it advertised. Most people won't be able to view until the next day or even days later, giving you plenty of time to check the bike's history and negotiate a price.

If you have friends or family who are knowledgeable about motorbikes, take them with you to curb your enthusiasm when needed. If you don't, check if the bike is clean and tidy to gauge whether it's been looked after. Ask the seller to show you the bike and explain the controls to show you how familiar they are with the bike, a good indicator of how well they've taken care of it.

Once you're satisfied that the Motorcycle is in order, check the necessary paperwork, such as the MOT and V5 certificates, owner's manual and the service book. You should also obtain a receipt of the sale, in case the owner should attempt to report it stolen afterwards and carry out a HPI check, to ensure that the bike isn't subject to any outstanding finance arrangement.

Regardless of your current credit rating, there are several motorcycle providers who can help to arrange bike finance, making it easier than ever to get that bike of your dreams. If you do decide to arrange finance for your new motorcycle, make sure you afford the repayments, as making payments on time can help build or even repair a good credit rating.

So with summer only a few months away, follow the aforementioned steps in order to experience the road the way only riding a motorbike can.

Isla Campbell is an online, freelance journalist and avid traveler and pilates devotee. When not on the road she lives on the outskirts of Oban.


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