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It is the first Express to feature an electric starter, 12v electrical system and a Honda V-Matic continuously variable transmission. 1982 The Express receives a new frame design and the two speed transmission seen the previous year on the NA50. The Express II model is dropped, and a new model called the Urban Express (NU50) takes its place.
Honda claimed the Comstar design combined the strength of a cast wheel but allowed a predetermined level of radial flex like spoked wheels. [ 7 ] : 27 Comstar wheels also allowed the fitment of tubeless tyres which, like other alloy wheels, [ 8 ] helped to reduce unsprung mass , [ 9 ] although not all models fitted with Comstars had tubeless tyres.
In addition, a spare tire kit would be offered by Honda for those cars originally equipped with the PAX system tires since servicing may be impractical in certain geographic areas. [ citation needed ] If a spare had already been purchased, Honda would reimburse the owner approximately $110.00.
Prior to 1964, tires were all made to a 90% aspect ratio. Tire size was specified as the tire width in inches and the diameter in inches – for example, 6.50-15. [24] From 1965 to the early 1970s, tires were made to an 80% aspect ratio. Tire size was again specified by width in inches and diameter in inches.
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The QT50 and the Honda Express are similar in appearance. Unlike a scooter, the QT50 has no fairing, sports footpegs rather than footboards, and its two-stroke reed valve engine is slung beneath the monotube frame motorcycle-style. The Yamahopper has an approximate top speed of 30 mph in stock form, and thus can be used for city driving.
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The early models had some resemblance to Honda's C50/70/90 Super Cub range with a similar shape, dual seat and rear carrier, but with a scooter type floor, unlike the P series of mopeds such as the Honda PC50 or the Honda Express N series, which had cycle style construction. The SH50 was also known as the City Express and in some markets, as ...