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{{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}} Helix 250: review, history, specs}} | {{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}} Helix 250: review, history, specs}} | ||
{{Motorcycle | {{Infobox Motorcycle | ||
|name = Honda CN250 Helix | |name = '''Honda CN250 Helix''' | ||
| | |image = [[File:Honda-helix-2006-2006-0.jpg|frameless]] | ||
|aka = Helix, Fusion, Spazio | |aka = Helix, Fusion, Spazio | ||
|manufacturer = Honda | |manufacturer = [[Honda]] | ||
|parent_company = | |parent_company = | ||
|production = 1985 - 2007 | |production = 1985 - 2007 | ||
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|predecessor = | |predecessor = | ||
|successor = [[Honda NSS250]] | |successor = [[Honda NSS250]] | ||
|class = Scooter | |class = [[Scooter]] | ||
|engine = Liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke, SOHC; two valves per cylinder | |engine = Liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke, SOHC; two valves per cylinder | ||
|bore_stroke = 72.7mm x 60.0mm | |bore_stroke = 72.7mm x 60.0mm | ||
|compression = | |compression = | ||
|top_speed = | |top_speed = | ||
|power = | |power = | ||
|torque = | |torque = | ||
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|spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK DPR6EA-9}} '86-07 | |spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK DPR6EA-9}} '86-07 | ||
|battery = {{battery|YUASA YTX12-BS}} '86-07 | |battery = {{battery|YUASA YTX12-BS}} '86-07 | ||
|transmission = V-Matic | |transmission = Gear box: Automatic <br> | ||
Final Drive: Automatic V-Matic belt <br> | |||
Clutch: Automatic <br> | |||
|frame = | |frame = | ||
|suspension =Front: Bottom link; 3.2-inch travel <br> | |suspension =Front: Bottom link; 3.2-inch travel <br> | ||
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|fuel_capacity = 3.2 Gallon (12.11 Liters) | |fuel_capacity = 3.2 Gallon (12.11 Liters) | ||
|oil_capacity = | |oil_capacity = | ||
|fuel_consumption = | |fuel_consumption = | ||
|turning_radius = | |turning_radius = | ||
|related = | |related = | ||
|competition = | |competition = | ||
}} | }} | ||
The '''[[Honda]] Helix''' was a Liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke, SOHC; two valves per cylinder scooter produced by [[Honda]] between 1985 and 2007. | The '''[[Honda]] Helix''' was a Liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke, SOHC; two valves per cylinder scooter produced by [[Honda]] between 1985 and 2007. | ||
==Intro== | ==Intro== | ||
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==HISTORY== | ==HISTORY== | ||
In the early 80's, Honda hit the market with a line of scooters known as the CH series, marketing the [[Honda CH50|CH50]], [[Honda CH80|80]], [[Honda CH125|125]], and [[Honda CH150|150]]. In the US, these were known as "Elite" scooters and overseas they were marketed under the "Spacy" name. While these scooters were useful as "scooters", their speed and comfort level limited them to short rural riding on back roads and inner city riding. Then Honda hit the market with the [[Honda CH250|CH250]]. Overseas, this bike continued to be used in the city, but in the US the bike, with its ability to reach highway speeds, took on a whole new purpose as a long range touring machine. However, the Elite 250 still suffered from the limitations of all scooters such as limited storage capacity, short wheelbase, small size and relatively uncomfortable ride. | In the early 80's, Honda hit the market with a line of scooters known as the CH series, marketing the [[Honda CH50|CH50]], [[Honda CH80|80]], [[Honda CH125|125]], and [[Honda CH150|150]]. In the US, these were known as "Elite" scooters and overseas they were marketed under the "Spacy" name. While these scooters were useful as "scooters", their speed and comfort level limited them to short rural riding on back roads and inner city riding. Then Honda hit the market with the [[Honda CH250|CH250]]. Overseas, this bike continued to be used in the city, but in the US the bike, with its ability to reach highway speeds, took on a whole new purpose as a long range touring machine. However, the Elite 250 still suffered from the limitations of all scooters such as limited storage capacity, short wheelbase, small size and relatively uncomfortable ride. | ||
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==1987== | |||
[[Image:1987_honda_Cn250.jpg|left|thumb|1987 Honda Helix 250]] | |||
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==1993 | ==1993== | ||
[[Image:1993-Honda-CN250-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Helix CN250 in Red]] | |||
[[Image:1993-Honda-CN250-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Helix CN250 in Red]] | |||
[[Image:1993-Honda-CN250-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Helix CN250 in Red]] | |||
[[Image:1993-Honda-CN250-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Helix CN250 in Red]] | |||
[[Image:1993-Honda-CN250-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Helix CN250 in Red]] | |||
[[Image:1993-Honda-CN250-Red-5.jpg|left|thumb|1993 Honda Helix CN250 in Red]] | |||
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==1996 | ==1996== | ||
[[Image:1996-Honda-CN250-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Helix in Red]] | |||
[[Image:1996-Honda-CN250-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Helix in Red]] | |||
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==2001 | ==2001== | ||
[[Image:2001-Honda-CN250-Black-6201-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Honda CN250 in Black]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Honda-CN250-Black-6201-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Honda CN250 in Black]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Honda-CN250-Black-6201-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Honda CN250 in Black]] | |||
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==2004 | ==2004== | ||
[[Image:2004_honda_Cn250_1.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Honda Helix 250]] | |||
[[Image:2004_honda_Cn250_2.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Honda Helix 250]] | |||
[[Image:2004_honda_Cn250_3.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Honda Helix 250]] | |||
[[Image:2004_honda_Cn250_4.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Honda Helix 250]] | |||
[[Image:2004_honda_Cn250_5.jpg|left|thumb|2004 Honda Helix 250]] | |||
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==2005 | ==2005== | ||
[[Image:2005_honda_Cn250_1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Honda Helix 250]] | [[Image:2005_honda_Cn250_1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Honda Helix 250]] | ||
[[Image:2005_honda_Cn250_2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Honda Helix 250]] | [[Image:2005_honda_Cn250_2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Honda Helix 250]] | ||
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==2006== | |||
[[Image:2006-Honda-CN250-Red-6331-0.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda CN250 Helix in Red]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Honda-CN250-Red-6331-1.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda CN250 Helix in Red]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Honda-CN250-Red-6331-2.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda CN250 Helix in Red]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Honda-CN250-Red-6331-3.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda CN250 Helix in Red]] | |||
[[Image:2006-Honda-CN250-Red-6331-4.jpg|left|thumb|2006 Honda CN250 Helix in Red]] | |||
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==1985 Honda Helix== | |||
[[File:honda-helix-1985-0.jpg|600px|1985 Honda Helix]] | |||
Although the Helix is a Honda scooter introduced in 1985, the bike is still in production nowadays. However, the interesting thing is that the scooter was only known as Helix in the United States but, in other parts of the world, it became popular under the Fusion or Spazio name. | |||
==2006 Honda Helix== | ==2006 Honda Helix== | ||
[[File:honda-helix-2006-2006-0.jpg|600px|2006 Honda Helix]] | |||
File:honda-helix-2006-2006-0.jpg|600px|2006 Honda Helix | |||
Honda introduced the Helix in the mid-1980's, but this scooter proved to be a really successful model which was still being produced in 2005. The scooter received a new, exciting red color option for this model year, and retains the convenient and easy-to-use automatic transmission and electric starting, while providing ample storage for even more practicality. | Honda introduced the Helix in the mid-1980's, but this scooter proved to be a really successful model which was still being produced in 2005. The scooter received a new, exciting red color option for this model year, and retains the convenient and easy-to-use automatic transmission and electric starting, while providing ample storage for even more practicality. | ||
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The rich, plush seat offer non-fatiguing riding for hours in a row, making the Helix a good machine for longer, overnight trips. Add in a powerful quarter-liter engine, generous storage and a full, comprehensive dash for a scooter which can indeed offer much more than meets the eye. | The rich, plush seat offer non-fatiguing riding for hours in a row, making the Helix a good machine for longer, overnight trips. Add in a powerful quarter-liter engine, generous storage and a full, comprehensive dash for a scooter which can indeed offer much more than meets the eye. | ||
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*[[Honda CH80]] | *[[Honda CH80]] | ||
{{Honda}} | {{Honda}} |