HONDA SUPER CUB 50 C100 1960s
HONDA 50cc Cub (C100, CA100)
1959-62 HONDA C100 SUPER CUB 50
The Honda Super Cub, in its various versions C100, C50, C70, C90, C100EX, C70 Passport and more, is a Honda underbone motorcycle with a four stroke single cylinder engine ranging in displacement from 49 to 109 cc (3.0 to 6.7 cu in).
Having been in continuous manufacture since 1958, with production surpassing 60 million in 2008, the Super Cub is the most produced motor vehicle* in history.
The Super Cub's US advertising campaign, "You meet the nicest people on a Honda", had a lasting impact on Honda's image and on American attitudes about motorcycling, and is considered a classic case study in marketing
In 1966 the C50 appeared and remained in production through the mid 80s, becoming one of the most widespread and familiar versions of the Super Cub.:48–49, 188–189
Though the basic design of Cub remained unchanged, new styling and improvements included enclosed front forks. The C100 stayed in production alongside the newer versions one more year, until 1967
ENGINE
Engine: 49cc OHV single cylinder
Starter: only a kick starter
Transmission: 3-speed with an automatic clutch
The words "Cub" and "Super Cub" logos appear on the front cowl and seat base emblem.
The tail light was flush mounted. Some early models had a shorter seat
