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The '''Honda Z50R''' refers to a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[List of Honda motorcycles|Honda Motorcycles]] belonging to its [[Z Series]] family of [[mini bike]]s. It began production in [[1979]] as Honda's answer to the increasing demand for mini [[dirt bikes]] to be used on the track, as opposed to their traditional trail bike used more for leisure, such as the [[Honda Z50A|Z50A]] and [[Honda Z50J|Z50J]]. The Z50R quickly evolved into a light-weight mini racing machine until [[1999]] when it was replaced by the [[Honda XR50|XR50R]] in [[2000]]. | |||
The '''Honda Z50R''' refers to a [[motorcycle]] produced by [[List of Honda motorcycles|Honda Motorcycles]] belonging to its [[Z Series]] family of [[mini bike]]s. It began production in 1979 as Honda's answer to the increasing demand for mini [[dirt bikes]] to be used on the track, as opposed to their traditional trail bike used more for leisure, such as the [[Honda Z50A|Z50A]] and [[Honda Z50J|Z50J]]. The Z50R quickly evolved into a light-weight mini racing machine until 1999 when it was replaced by the [[Honda XR50|XR50R]] in 2000. | |||
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1979 Honda Z50R'79 Mini Trail bike | 1979 Honda Z50R'79 Mini Trail bike | ||
* Like the previous two years of the Z50A models, it was available in the one color: Tahitian Red | * Like the previous two years of the Z50A models, it was available in the one color: Tahitian Red | ||
* Fuel tank: had just the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | * Fuel tank: had just the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | ||
* Fuel tank itself had a new shape: the rear part was tapered down to look like the tank from a larger bike | * Fuel tank itself had a new shape: the rear part was tapered down to look like the tank from a larger bike | ||
* Chain guard: black | * Chain guard: black | ||
* No number plate on the left side | * No number plate on the left side | ||
* Chain guard: chrome | * Chain guard: chrome | ||
* Fenders: painted red | * Fenders: painted red | ||
* Grips: black | * Grips: black | ||
* Plastic levers: silver aluminum | * Plastic levers: silver aluminum | ||
* Engine: 49cc OHC single cylinder | * Engine: The tired OHV engine of the Z50A was replaced with a stronger 49cc OHC single cylinder | ||
* Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | * Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch | ||
* Ignition: points | * Ignition: points | ||
* Exhaust pipe: | * Exhaust pipe: went to the left side of the bike rather than on the right | ||
* There is no number plate on the right side | * There is no number plate on the right side | ||
* Unlike the following years, there is no logo on the side of the saddle | * Unlike the following years, there is no logo on the side of the saddle | ||
* Serial number began: AB02-5000009 | * Serial number began: AB02-5000009 | ||
==1980== | ==1980== | ||
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1980 Honda Z50R'80 Mini Trail bike | 1980 Honda Z50R'80 Mini Trail bike | ||
* Like the previous year, it was available in the one color: Tahitian Red | * Like the previous year, it was available in the one color: Tahitian Red | ||
* The fuel tank has the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | * The fuel tank has the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | ||
* The number plates on both the left and right side had the decal "50R" on them | * The number plates on both the left and right side had the decal "50R" on them | ||
* The chain guard was chrome but the fenders were painted red | * The chain guard was chrome but the fenders were painted red | ||
* The grips were black and the plastic levers were silver aluminum | * The grips were black and the plastic levers were silver aluminum | ||
* The engine was a 49cc OHC single cylinder | * The engine was a 49cc OHC single cylinder | ||
* It had a 3-speed transmission with an automatic clutch | * It had a 3-speed transmission with an automatic clutch | ||
* The saddle had a red "Z" on each side | * The saddle had a red "Z" on each side | ||
* The serial number began: AB02-5100007 | * The serial number began: AB02-5100007 | ||
==1981== | ==1981== | ||
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1981 Honda Z50R'81 Mini Trail bike | 1981 Honda Z50R'81 Mini Trail bike | ||
* Like the previous year, it was available in the one color: Tahitian Red | * Like the previous year, it was available in the one color: Tahitian Red | ||
* The fuel tank has the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | * The fuel tank has the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | ||
* The number plates on both the left and right side had a larger decal "50R" on them | * The number plates on both the left and right side had a larger decal "50R" on them | ||
* The chain guard was chrome but the fenders were painted red | * The chain guard was chrome but the fenders were painted red | ||
* The grips were black and the plastic levers were silver aluminum | * The grips were black and the plastic levers were silver aluminum | ||
* The engine was a 49cc OHC single cylinder | * The engine was a 49cc OHC single cylinder | ||
* It had a 3-speed transmission with an automatic clutch | * It had a 3-speed transmission with an automatic clutch | ||
* The saddle had a red "Z" on each side | * The saddle had a red "Z" on each side | ||
* The serial number began JH2AB0200BS200001 | * The serial number began JH2AB0200BS200001 | ||
==1982== | ==1982== | ||
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1982 Honda Z50R'82 Mini Trail bike | 1982 Honda Z50R'82 Mini Trail bike | ||
* Finally the Tahitian Red was replaced with another color: Blaze Red | * Finally the Tahitian Red was replaced with another color: Blaze Red | ||
* The fuel tank has the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | * The fuel tank has the word "HONDA" and a flying wing above it | ||
* The number plates on both the left and right side were white with a red "Z" on them | * The number plates on both the left and right side were white with a red "Z" on them | ||
* The chain guard was chrome but the fenders were painted red | * The chain guard was chrome but the fenders were painted red | ||
* The grips were black and the plastic levers were silver aluminum | * The grips were black and the plastic levers were silver aluminum | ||
* The engine was a 49cc OHC single cylinder | * The engine was a 49cc OHC single cylinder | ||
* It had a 3-speed transmission with an automatic clutch | * It had a 3-speed transmission with an automatic clutch | ||
* The saddle had a white "50R" on each side | * The saddle had a white "50R" on each side | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0207CS300002 | * The serial number began: JH2AB0207CS300002 | ||
==1983== | ==1983== | ||
[[Image:1983_honda_Z50r.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda Z50R]] | [[Image:1983_honda_Z50r.jpg|left|thumb|1983 Honda Z50R]] | ||
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1983 Honda Z50R'83 Mini Trail bike | 1983 Honda Z50R'83 Mini Trail bike | ||
* Available color: Blaze Red | * Available color: Blaze Red | ||
* The black solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | * The black solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | ||
* The number plates were yellow with a white "50R" decals. | * The number plates were yellow with a white "50R" decals. | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0204DS400012 | * The serial number began: JH2AB0204DS400012 | ||
==1984== | ==1984== | ||
[[Image:1984_honda_Z50r.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda Z50R]] | [[Image:1984_honda_Z50r.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda Z50R]][[Image:1984_honda_Z50r_1.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda Z50R]] | ||
[[Image:1984_honda_Z50r_1.jpg|left|thumb|1984 Honda Z50R]] | |||
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1984 Honda Z50R'84 Mini Trail bike | 1984 Honda Z50R'84 Mini Trail bike | ||
* Available color: Blaze Red | * Available color: Blaze Red | ||
* The blue solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | * The blue solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | ||
* The number plates were yellow with a white "50R" decal | * The number plates were yellow with a white "50R" decal | ||
* The shock springs were red | * The shock springs were red | ||
* Engine: 49cc OHC four-stroke, 2-valve, single cylinder | * Engine: 49cc OHC four-stroke, 2-valve, single cylinder | ||
* Control: Adjustable throttle stop | * Control: Adjustable throttle stop | ||
* Transmission: Three-speed with automatic clutch | * Transmission: Three-speed with automatic clutch | ||
* Suspension: Full suspension front and rear | * Suspension: Full suspension front and rear | ||
* Wheelbase: 895mm (35.2 in.) | * Wheelbase: 895mm (35.2 in.) | ||
* Dry weight: 49.5 kg (109.1 lb) | * Dry weight: 49.5 kg (109.1 lb) | ||
* Seat height: 575mm (22.6 in.) | * Seat height: 575mm (22.6 in.) | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0204ES500001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB0204ES500001 | ||
==1985== | ==1985== | ||
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1985 Honda Z50R'85 Mini Trail bike | 1985 Honda Z50R'85 Mini Trail bike | ||
* Available color: Blaze Red | * Available color: Blaze Red | ||
* The blue solo seat had a | * The blue solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | ||
* The number plates were yellow with no decals | * The number plates were yellow with no decals | ||
* The wing decal was red, white, and blue | * The wing decal was red, white, and blue | ||
* The shock springs were blue | * The shock springs were blue | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0209FS600001 | |||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0209FS600001 | |||
==1986== | ==1986== | ||
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1986 Honda Z50R'86 bike | 1986 Honda Z50R'86 bike | ||
* Available color: Blaze Red | * Available color: Blaze Red | ||
* The red solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | * The red solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | ||
* The number plates were white with no decals | * The number plates were white with no decals | ||
* The wing decal was red, white, and blue | * The wing decal was red, white, and blue | ||
* The wheels were painted gold | * The wheels were painted gold | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0203GS700001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB0203GS700001 | ||
===Z50RD=== | ===Z50RD=== | ||
[[Image:1986_honda_Z50rd.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD]] | [[Image:1986_honda_Z50rd.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD]][[Image:1986-Honda-Z50RD-Chrome-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD Special in Chrome]][[Image:1986-Honda-Z50RD-Chrome-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD Special in Chrome]][[Image:1986-Honda-Z50RD-Chrome-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD Special in Chrome]] | ||
[[Image:1986-Honda-Z50RD-Chrome-0.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD Special in Chrome]] | |||
[[Image:1986-Honda-Z50RD-Chrome-1.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD Special in Chrome]] | |||
[[Image:1986-Honda-Z50RD-Chrome-2.jpg|left|thumb|1986 Honda Z50RD Special in Chrome | |||
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1987 Honda Z50R'87 bike | 1987 Honda Z50R'87 bike | ||
* Available color: Blaze Red | * Available color: Blaze Red | ||
* Frame, fenders and shock springs were Shasta White | * Frame, fenders and shock springs were Shasta White | ||
* The red solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | * The red solo seat had a white "Z" graphic letter | ||
* The number plates were red with no decals | * The number plates were red with no decals | ||
* The wing decal was red, white, and blue. | * The wing decal was red, white, and blue. | ||
* The wheels were painted gold | * The wheels were painted gold | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0203GS700001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB0203GS700001 | ||
==1988== | ==1988== | ||
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1988 Honda Z50R'88 bike | 1988 Honda Z50R'88 bike | ||
* Available color: Blaze Red | * Available color: Blaze Red | ||
* The frame, fenders, shock springs, number plates, and wheels were Shasta White | * The frame, fenders, shock springs, number plates, and wheels were Shasta White | ||
* The number plate changed from an oval to a trapezoid | * The number plate changed from an oval to a trapezoid | ||
* The blue solo seat had the word "HONDA" | * The blue solo seat had the word "HONDA" | ||
* The tank had a large "Z" with the number "50R" beneath it | * The tank had a large "Z" with the number "50R" beneath it | ||
* The number plates were white with no decals | * The number plates were white with no decals | ||
* The wheels were white | * The wheels were white | ||
* There was no wing decal | * There was no wing decal | ||
* Finally the ignition used a CD | * Finally the ignition used a CD | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB0207JS900001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB0207JS900001 | ||
==1989== | ==1989== | ||
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1989 Honda Z50R'89 bike | 1989 Honda Z50R'89 bike | ||
* Available color: Blaze Red | * Available color: Blaze Red | ||
* the frame, number plates, and wheels were Shasta White | * the frame, number plates, and wheels were Shasta White | ||
* The fuel tank, seat, front and rear fenders were red | * The fuel tank, seat, front and rear fenders were red | ||
* The solo seat had the letter "Z" logo | * The solo seat had the letter "Z" logo | ||
* There was a new style wing logo on the tank | * There was a new style wing logo on the tank | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*KS000001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*KS000001 | ||
==1991== | ==1991== | ||
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1991 Honda Z50R'91 bike | 1991 Honda Z50R'91 bike | ||
* The primary color was now Shasta White | * The primary color was now Shasta White | ||
* The seat was still red with a red "50R" logo on a white graphic background | * The seat was still red with a red "50R" logo on a white graphic background | ||
* The "HONDA" logo and number plate panel were blue | * The "HONDA" logo and number plate panel were blue | ||
* The large "Z" logo on the tank was red and blue | * The large "Z" logo on the tank was red and blue | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*MS000004 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*MS000004 | ||
==1992== | ==1992== | ||
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1992 Honda Z50R'92 bike | 1992 Honda Z50R'92 bike | ||
* The primary color was Shasta White, although the seat was still red with a white "50R" logo. | * The primary color was Shasta White, although the seat was still red with a white "50R" logo. | ||
* The fuel tank wing logo was deleted | * The fuel tank wing logo was deleted | ||
* The "HONDA" logo and number plate panel were blue | * The "HONDA" logo and number plate panel were blue | ||
* The large "Z" logo was red and blue | * The large "Z" logo was red and blue | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*NK100001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*NK100001 | ||
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1993 Honda Z50R'93 bike | 1993 Honda Z50R'93 bike | ||
* The primary color was Shasta White | * The primary color was Shasta White | ||
* The tank logo reads "Z50R" and the "HONDA" seat logo was white | * The tank logo reads "Z50R" and the "HONDA" seat logo was white | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*PK200001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*PK200001 | ||
==1994== | ==1994== | ||
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1994 Honda Z50R'94 bike | 1994 Honda Z50R'94 bike | ||
* The primary color was Shasta White | * The primary color was Shasta White | ||
* The XR style graphics "50R" on the seat was white | * The XR style graphics "50R" on the seat was white | ||
* The fuel tank logo reads "Z" (blue) and "HONDA" (red) | * The fuel tank logo reads "Z" (blue) and "HONDA" (red) | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*RK300001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*RK300001 | ||
==1995== | ==1995== | ||
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1995 Honda Z50R'95 bike | 1995 Honda Z50R'95 bike | ||
* The primary color was Shasta White | * The primary color was Shasta White | ||
* The fuel tank logo "Z" was red and the logo "HONDA" was purple along with the outline | * The fuel tank logo "Z" was red and the logo "HONDA" was purple along with the outline | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*SK400001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*SK400001 | ||
==1996== | ==1996== | ||
[[Image:1996_honda_Z50r.jpg|left|thumb|1996 Honda Z50R]] | |||
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1996 Honda Z50R'96 bike | 1996 Honda Z50R'96 bike | ||
* The primary color was Shasta White | * The primary color was Shasta White | ||
* The fuel tank logo was redesigned | * The fuel tank logo was redesigned | ||
* The serial number beganL JH2AB020*TK500001 | * The serial number beganL JH2AB020*TK500001 | ||
==1997== | ==1997== | ||
[[Image:1997_honda_Z50r.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Honda Z50R]] | [[Image:1997_honda_Z50r.jpg|left|thumb|1997 Honda Z50R]] | ||
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1997 Honda Z50R'97 bike | 1997 Honda Z50R'97 bike | ||
* The primary color was Shasta White | * The primary color was Shasta White | ||
* The number plate was now white | * The number plate was now white | ||
* The fuel tank logo was redesigned with new color: black, white, and red | * The fuel tank logo was redesigned with new color: black, white, and red | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*VK600001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*VK600001 | ||
==1998== | ==1998== | ||
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1998 Honda Z50R'98 bike | 1998 Honda Z50R'98 bike | ||
* The primary color was Shasta White | * The primary color was Shasta White | ||
* The "50R" logo on the seat was black | * The "50R" logo on the seat was black | ||
* The fuel tank logo was redesigned to include a yellow Honda wing logo | * The fuel tank logo was redesigned to include a yellow Honda wing logo | ||
* The serial number began: JH2AB020*WK700001 | * The serial number began: JH2AB020*WK700001 | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
*[http://www.hondaminitrail50.com The Honda Mini Trail 50 Motorcycle Information and Website] | *[http://www.hondaminitrail50.com The Honda Mini Trail 50 Motorcycle Information and Website] | ||
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