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{{Motorcycle | |||
|name = Honda CL70 | |||
|photo= 1970-Honda-CL70-Blue-7512-2.jpg | |||
|aka = | |||
|manufacturer = Honda | |||
|parent_company = | |||
|production = 69-72 | |||
|model_year = | |||
|predecessor = [[Honda CL50]] | |||
|successor = | |||
|class =Enduro | |||
|engine = 70cc | |||
|bore_stroke = | |||
|compression = | |||
|top_speed =32 mph | |||
|power = | |||
|torque = | |||
|ignition = | |||
|spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK C7HSA}} '69-70 , '71-72 | |||
|battery = {{battery|YUASA 6N5.5-1D-1}} '69-70 , '71-72 | |||
|transmission = | |||
|frame = | |||
|suspension = | |||
|brakes = | |||
|front_tire = {{tire|2.50-17}} '69-70 , '71-72 | |||
|rear_tire = {{tire|2.50-17}} '69-70 , '71-72 | |||
|rake_trail = | |||
|wheelbase = | |||
|length = | |||
|width = | |||
|height = | |||
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|dry_weight = | |||
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|fuel_capacity = | |||
|oil_capacity = | |||
|recommended_oil= Honda GN4 10W-40 | |||
|fuel_consumption = | |||
|turning_radius = | |||
|related = [[Honda CT70]] | |||
|competition = | |||
|final_drive= {{chain|420}} `69-70<ref name="wps_street_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 Western Power Sports Catalog|publisher=[https://www.wps-inc.com/catalogs Western Power Sports]|date=2019}}</ref> | |||
}} | |||
The '''Honda CL70''' was a [[Four stroke|4-stroke]] [[street motorcycle]] built by [[Honda]] between 1969 and 1973. The CL designation indicated this model to be the "Scrambler" version which implied some off-road capability. (prior to actual dirt-bikes gaining popularity.) The CL series of bikes were actually street bikes with a higher rear fender, a braced handlebar, and a high-mount exhaust. | |||
The '''CL70''' was essentially the same motorcycle as the [[Honda CL50]]. | |||
[[Image:Honda-CL70-Brochure.jpg|right|thumb|Honda CL70 Brochure]] | |||
Also see: [[Honda CL-series]] | |||
==1969== | ==1969== | ||
[[Image:1969_honda_Cl70k0.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Honda CL70K0 Scrambler 70]] | [[Image:1969_honda_Cl70k0.jpg|left|thumb|1969 Honda CL70K0 Scrambler 70]] | ||
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* Engine: [[Four stroke|4-stroke]] 72[[cc]] [[OHC]] single cylinder with nearly horizontal head. | |||
* Transmission: 4-speed with manual clutch | |||
* Serial number began CL70-100002 | |||
* Spark Plug: [[NGK C7HSA]] | |||
* Available colors: | |||
**Candy Red with silver | |||
**Candy Blue with silver | |||
* Frame and swingarm: painted the candy color | |||
* Headlight bucket: silver | |||
* Fuel tank: silver | |||
* The badge was stamped into the tank and a rubber knee patch was attached to the rear sides of the tank | |||
* The speedometer was housed in the headlight bucket | |||
* The upper fork covers (i.e., fork ears) were chrome | |||
==1970== | ==1970== | ||
[[Image:1970_honda_Cl70k1.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70K1 Scrambler 70]][[Image:1970_honda_Cl70-2.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70K1 Scrambler 70]][[Image:1970_honda_Cl70k1_2.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70K1 Scrambler 70]] | [[Image:1970_honda_Cl70k1.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70K1 Scrambler 70]] | ||
[[Image:1970_honda_Cl70-2.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70K1 Scrambler 70]] | |||
[[Image:1970_honda_Cl70k1_2.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70K1 Scrambler 70]] | |||
[[Image:1970-Honda-CL70-Blue-7512-0.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70 in Blue]] | |||
[[Image:1970-Honda-CL70-Blue-7512-1.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70 in Blue]] | |||
[[Image:1970-Honda-CL70-Blue-7512-2.jpg|left|thumb|1970 Honda CL70 in Blue]] | |||
[[Image:Honda-CL70K1-Specs.jpg|left|thumb|Honda CL70K1 Specs]] | |||
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* Similar to the previous year | |||
* Engine: [[Four stroke|4-stroke]] 72[[cc]] [[OHC]] single cylinder | |||
* Transmission: 4-speed transmission with manual clutch | |||
* Serial number began CL70-200002 | |||
* Available colors: | |||
**Candy Sapphire Blue with Silver Metallic | |||
**Candy Topaz Orange with Silver Metallic | |||
* Frame and swingarm were painted the candy color | |||
* Headlight bucket: candy color | |||
* Fuel tank was silver with stripes colored the same as the frame | |||
* Tank emblem/badge was replaced with a decal | |||
* Tank knee patch removed from this and subsequent years | |||
* Speedometer was separate from the headlight bucket | |||
* The upper fork covers (i.e., fork ears) were chrome | |||
* The shock springs were covered | |||
==1971== | ==1971== | ||
[[Image:1971_honda_Cl70.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Honda CL70K2 Scrambler 70]][[Image:1971_honda_Cl70k2.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Honda CL70K2 Scrambler 70]] | [[Image:1971_honda_Cl70.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Honda CL70K2 Scrambler 70]] | ||
[[Image:1971_honda_Cl70k2.jpg|left|thumb|1971 Honda CL70K2 Scrambler 70]] | |||
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* Similar to the previous year | |||
* Engine: [[Four stroke|4-stroke]] 72[[cc]] [[OHC]] single cylinder | |||
* Transmission: 4-speed transmission with manual clutch | |||
* Serial number began CL70-300002 | |||
* Available three colors: | |||
**Candy Sapphire Blue with Silver Metallic | |||
**Candy Topaz Orange with Silver Metallic | |||
**Candy Red with Silver Metallic | |||
* Frame, swingarm, headlight bucket, upper fork covers, and tank stripes were painted the candy color | |||
* Fuel tank was silver with stripes colored the same as the frame | |||
* Speedometer was separate from the headlight bucket | |||
* Shock springs were covered | |||
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[[Image:honda_Cl70k3.jpg|left|thumb|Honda CL70K3 Scrambler 70]] | [[Image:honda_Cl70k3.jpg|left|thumb|Honda CL70K3 Scrambler 70]] | ||
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* Similar to the 1971 model | |||
* Available colors: | |||
**Candy Sapphire Blue with Special Silver Metallic | |||
**Candy Ruby Red with Special Silver Metallic | |||
* The frame and swingarm were painted the candy color | |||
* The fuel tank was silver with black and red pinstripes | |||
* The headlight bucket was black and the upper fork covers were chrome | |||
* The speedometer was separate from the headlight bucket | |||
* The shock springs were covered | |||
* The exhaust pipe was angled a little higher this year and had a black heat shield | |||
* Engine: [[Four stroke|4-stroke]] 72[[cc]] [[OHC]] single cylinder | |||
* Transmission: 4-speed with manual clutch | |||
* The serial number began: CL70-1300001 | |||
==References== | |||
{{reflist}} | |||
{{motorcycle-stub}} | |||
{{Honda}} | |||
[[Category:Honda motorcycles|CL70]] | [[Category:Honda motorcycles|CL70]] | ||
[[Category:1960s motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Street motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:70cc displacement motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:70cc 4-stroke motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:70cc Single cylinder motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Single cylinder motorcycles]] | |||
[[Category:Single cylinder 4-stroke motorcycles]] |
Latest revision as of 20:03, 23 November 2019
Honda CL70 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 69-72 |
Class | Enduro |
Predecessor | Honda CL50 |
Engine | 70cc |
Top Speed | 32 mph |
Spark Plug | NGK C7HSA '69-70 , '71-72 |
Battery | YUASA 6N5.5-1D-1 '69-70 , '71-72 |
Final Drive | Chain: 420 `69-70[1] |
Front Tire | 2.50-17 '69-70 , '71-72 |
Rear Tire | 2.50-17 '69-70 , '71-72 |
Weight | |
Recommended Oil | Honda GN4 10W-40 |
Related | Honda CT70 |
Manuals | Service Manual |
The Honda CL70 was a 4-stroke street motorcycle built by Honda between 1969 and 1973. The CL designation indicated this model to be the "Scrambler" version which implied some off-road capability. (prior to actual dirt-bikes gaining popularity.) The CL series of bikes were actually street bikes with a higher rear fender, a braced handlebar, and a high-mount exhaust. The CL70 was essentially the same motorcycle as the Honda CL50.
Also see: Honda CL-series
1969[edit | edit source]
- Engine: 4-stroke 72cc OHC single cylinder with nearly horizontal head.
- Transmission: 4-speed with manual clutch
- Serial number began CL70-100002
- Spark Plug: NGK C7HSA
- Available colors:
- Candy Red with silver
- Candy Blue with silver
- Frame and swingarm: painted the candy color
- Headlight bucket: silver
- Fuel tank: silver
- The badge was stamped into the tank and a rubber knee patch was attached to the rear sides of the tank
- The speedometer was housed in the headlight bucket
- The upper fork covers (i.e., fork ears) were chrome
1970[edit | edit source]
- Similar to the previous year
- Engine: 4-stroke 72cc OHC single cylinder
- Transmission: 4-speed transmission with manual clutch
- Serial number began CL70-200002
- Available colors:
- Candy Sapphire Blue with Silver Metallic
- Candy Topaz Orange with Silver Metallic
- Frame and swingarm were painted the candy color
- Headlight bucket: candy color
- Fuel tank was silver with stripes colored the same as the frame
- Tank emblem/badge was replaced with a decal
- Tank knee patch removed from this and subsequent years
- Speedometer was separate from the headlight bucket
- The upper fork covers (i.e., fork ears) were chrome
- The shock springs were covered
1971[edit | edit source]
- Similar to the previous year
- Engine: 4-stroke 72cc OHC single cylinder
- Transmission: 4-speed transmission with manual clutch
- Serial number began CL70-300002
- Available three colors:
- Candy Sapphire Blue with Silver Metallic
- Candy Topaz Orange with Silver Metallic
- Candy Red with Silver Metallic
- Frame, swingarm, headlight bucket, upper fork covers, and tank stripes were painted the candy color
- Fuel tank was silver with stripes colored the same as the frame
- Speedometer was separate from the headlight bucket
- Shock springs were covered
1972-1973[edit | edit source]
- Similar to the 1971 model
- Available colors:
- Candy Sapphire Blue with Special Silver Metallic
- Candy Ruby Red with Special Silver Metallic
- The frame and swingarm were painted the candy color
- The fuel tank was silver with black and red pinstripes
- The headlight bucket was black and the upper fork covers were chrome
- The speedometer was separate from the headlight bucket
- The shock springs were covered
- The exhaust pipe was angled a little higher this year and had a black heat shield
- Engine: 4-stroke 72cc OHC single cylinder
- Transmission: 4-speed with manual clutch
- The serial number began: CL70-1300001
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.
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