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The [[Honda]] "Minitrail" CT70 [[minibike]], sometimes referred to as a [[Honda Dax|Dax]], or a mini moto, is a small vintage [[List of Honda motorcycles|Honda motorcycle]] with a 70[[Cubic centimetre|cc]] engine. It was introduced in 1969 as an [[types of motorcycle#Off-road bikes|off-road motorcycle]] that was small enough for children to enjoy, but powerful enough to get an adult through the most rugged of [[Trail riding|trails]]. | The [[Honda]] "Minitrail" CT70 [[minibike]], sometimes referred to as a [[Honda Dax|Dax]], or a mini moto, is a small vintage [[List of Honda motorcycles|Honda motorcycle]] with a 70[[Cubic centimetre|cc]] engine. It was introduced in 1969 as an [[types of motorcycle#Off-road bikes|off-road motorcycle]] that was small enough for children to enjoy, but powerful enough to get an adult through the most rugged of [[Trail riding|trails]]. | ||
Their success was largely in part due to their | Their success was largely in part due to their portability and convenience. The compact CT70 weighs only about 143lbs and can easily fit into the trunk of a car once it's adjustable handle bars are folded down it's sides, and the footpegs are folded upwards. | ||
It was also one of the first in it's class to be marketed as | It was also one of the first in it's class to be marketed as environmentally friendly [[motorcycle]], being equipped with USDA approved [[spark arrester]]s / [[muffler]]s. | ||
Today, the Honda CT70 is largely a collectors item for vintage [[motorcycle]] enthusiasts. Many people who still own these bikes have made them their subject for a [[Refurbishment|restoration]] project. There are still many websites that cater to mini trail bike owners by selling parts, offering technical help and giving users a place to talk about their beloved bikes. | Today, the Honda CT70 is largely a collectors item for vintage [[motorcycle]] enthusiasts. Many people who still own these bikes have made them their subject for a [[Refurbishment|restoration]] project. There are still many websites that cater to mini trail bike owners by selling parts, offering technical help and giving users a place to talk about their beloved bikes. |