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[[image: C70_st.jpg|thumb|right|350px|'''Honda C70''']] | |||
'''Honda C70''' | |||
| | C70 Passport was the elder brother of [[Honda]] [[Honda C50|Cub C50]], with more power, same cheap economical ride and reliability. It was introduced in USA, Canada, Asia and Vietnam in 1970, first models were called C70 but in 1980 C70 Passport was introduced. | ||
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It had a 72 [[Cubic centimetre|cm³]] air-cooled single overhead cam engine, an automatic 3-speed gearbox, enough horse power to pull this [[motorcycle| bike]] to a top speed of 50 [[mph]] (80 [[km/h]]). First models had 6 v electrics, in 1982 12v electrics and [[CDI]] [[ignition]] were introduced to further improve the performance of the engine. 1983 model had a full enclosed drive chain for less maintenance. | |||
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==Specifications (1970-71 models)== | ==Specifications (1970-71 models)== | ||
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*Displacement: 72 [[Cubic centimetre|cm³]] | *Displacement: 72 [[Cubic centimetre|cm³]] | ||
*Engine: [[ | *Engine: [[4 stroke]][[OHC| Over Head Cam]] single [[cylinder]] | ||
*Ignition: Breaker points | *Ignition: Breaker points | ||
*Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | *Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | ||
*Fuel system: [[Carburetor]] | *Fuel system: [[Carburetor]] | ||
*Valves: 2 [[valves]] / [[cylinder]] | *Valves: 2 [[valves]] / [[cylinder]] | ||
*Top Speed: 80 [[km/h]] (50 [[mph]]) | *Top Speed: 80 [[km/h]] (50 [[mph]]) | ||
*Electrics: 6 Volts | *Electrics: 6 Volts | ||
*Available colors: Aquarius blue, Bright red, Pine green | *Available colors: Aquarius blue, Bright red, and Pine green | ||
*Leg guard/cowling: white | *Leg guard/cowling: white | ||
*Fuel tank emblem read "HONDA 70" | *Fuel tank emblem read "HONDA 70" | ||
*Seat: | *Seat: long (for two riders) | ||
*Rear footpegs: standard | *Rear footpegs: standard | ||
*Starter: electric start | *Starter: electric start | ||
*Tail light: | *Tail light: large tail light common to other Hondas of the '70s | ||
[[Image:Honda-C70-Deluxe-Brochure.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70 Deluxe Brochure]] | [[Image:Honda-C70-Deluxe-Brochure.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70 Deluxe Brochure]][[Image:Honda-C70-Ad.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70 Ad]][[Image:Japanese-Honda-C50-C70-Ad.jpg|left|thumb|Japanese Honda C50/C70 Ad]] | ||
[[Image:Honda-C70-Ad.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70 Ad]] | |||
[[Image:Japanese-Honda-C50-C70-Ad.jpg|left|thumb|Japanese Honda C50/C70 Ad]] | |||
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==1970-71== | ==1970-71== | ||
[[Image:honda_C70.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70]][[Image:honda_C70_2.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70]][[Image:honda_C70_3.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70]][[Image:honda_C70m.jpg|left|thumb|Honda C70]] | |||
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* Like the early cub, this model did not significantly look any different | * Like the early cub, this model did not significantly look any different | ||
* Available colors: Aquarius blue, Bright red, Pine green | * Available colors: Aquarius blue, Bright red, and Pine green | ||
* Leg guard/cowling: white | * Leg guard/cowling: white | ||
* Fuel tank emblem read "HONDA 70" | * Fuel tank emblem read "HONDA 70" | ||
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* Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | * Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | ||
* Serial number began: C70M-017962 | * Serial number began: C70M-017962 | ||
==1972-73== | ==1972-73== | ||
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* A "HONDA C70" logo appeared on the fuel tank | * A "HONDA C70" logo appeared on the fuel tank | ||
* It had a six-volt system like the previous models | * It had a six-volt system like the previous models | ||
* Ignition: | * Ignition: breaker points | ||
* Starter: electric start | * Starter: electric start | ||
* Engine: 72cc OHC single cylinder | * Engine: 72cc OHC single cylinder | ||
* Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | * Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | ||
* Serial number began: DA01-1000014 | * Serial number began: DA01-1000014 | ||
==1981 Honda C70 Passport== | ==1981 Honda C70 Passport== | ||
[[Image:1981_honda_C70.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda C70]][[Image:1981-Honda-C70-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda Passport C70 in Red]][[Image:1981-Honda-C70-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda Passport C70 in Red]][[Image:1981-Honda-C70-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda Passport C70 in Red]][[Image:1981-Honda-C70-Yellow-6538-0.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda C70 Passport in Yellow]][[Image:1981-Honda-C70-Yellow-6538-1.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda C70 Passport in Yellow]][[Image:1981-Honda-C70-Yellow-6538-2.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda C70 Passport in Yellow]][[Image:1981-Honda-C70-Yellow-6538-3.jpg|left|thumb|1981 Honda C70 Passport in Yellow]] | |||
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* "PASSPORT" logo appeared on the fuel tank | * "PASSPORT" logo appeared on the fuel tank | ||
* It had a six-volt system like the previous models | * It had a six-volt system like the previous models | ||
* Ignition: | * Ignition: breaker points | ||
* Starter: electric start | * Starter: electric start | ||
* Engine: 72cc OHC single cylinder | * Engine: 72cc OHC single cylinder | ||
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==1982 Honda C70 Passport== | ==1982 Honda C70 Passport== | ||
[[Image:1982_honda_C70.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda C70]] | [[Image:1982_honda_C70.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda C70]][[Image:1982_honda_C70_1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda C70]] | ||
[[Image:1982_honda_C70_1.jpg|left|thumb|1982 Honda C70]] | |||
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* The VIN had the 17 digits which indicated the country, manufacturer, year, and factory | * The VIN had the 17 digits which indicated the country, manufacturer, year, and factory | ||
* Example: JH2DA0107CS200001 | * Example: JH2DA0107CS200001 | ||
o J=Japan | |||
o H=Honda | |||
o C=1982 | |||
o S=Suzuka factory | |||
* Available colors: Angel Blue and Monza Red | * Available colors: Angel Blue and Monza Red | ||
* Leg guard/cowling: white (redesigned slightly) | * Leg guard/cowling: white (redesigned slightly) | ||
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* "PASSPORT" logo appeared on the fuel tank | * "PASSPORT" logo appeared on the fuel tank | ||
* It now had a 12-volt system unlike the previous models | * It now had a 12-volt system unlike the previous models | ||
* Ignition: CD ignition instead of | * Ignition: CD ignition instead of breaker points | ||
* Starter: electric start | * Starter: electric start | ||
* Engine: 72cc OHC single cylinder | * Engine: 72cc OHC single cylinder | ||
* Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | * Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | ||
==1983 Honda C70 Passport== | ==1983 Honda C70 Passport== | ||
[[Image:1983_honda_C70.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda C70]][[Image:1983-Honda-Passport-C70-Silver-1875-0.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda Passport C70 in Silver]][[Image:1983-Honda-Passport-C70-Silver-1875-1.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda Passport C70 in Silver]][[Image:1983-Honda-Passport-C70-Silver-1875-2.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda Passport C70 in Silver]][[Image:1983-Honda-Passport-C70-Silver-1875-3.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda Passport C70 in Silver]][[Image:1983-Honda-Passport-C70-Silver-1875-4.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda Passport C70 in Silver]] | |||
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* Like the 1982 model with only a few exceptions | * Like the 1982 model with only a few exceptions | ||
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* Dry weight: 82 kg (180.8 lb) | * Dry weight: 82 kg (180.8 lb) | ||
[[Category:Honda motorcycles|C70]] | [[Category:Honda motorcycles|C70]] | ||
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