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In 1962, Honda stunned the racing world by displaying its first 50cc-class works machine, the [[Honda RC110|RC110]]. A commercially available model of the RC110 was also introduced at the same time under the name CR110 Cub Racing, and its domestic sales started in June 1962. | |||
The single-cylinder CR110 featured a high-tech gear-driven camshaft, [[DOHC]], and four valves. This amazing little motorcycle had a 10:3.1 compression ratio and would rev to 13,500 rpm. It also employed a dry clutch and eight-speed gearbox. | |||
A second racing version, designated the [[Honda RC111|RC111]], aimed specifically at competing at the Isle of Man. It revved to 16,000 rpm and could approach 90 mph. | |||
Now the Dream 50R commemorates Honda's early racing history and the dream [[Soichiro Honda|Mr. Honda]] had for international competition. | |||
==2004== | ==2004== | ||