Honda announced on Thursday that total global sales of the Super Cub series had crossed the 100 million-unit milestone this month, and that production has relocated from China to Honda's Kumamoto plant in Japan.
It also announced a raft of updates to the evergreen model which includes LED headlights. All versions get the efficient air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder engine with low-friction technologies.
Since the original Super Cub C100 was released in August 1958, the Super Cub has evolved, increasing fuel economy while reducing noise, developing low-floor backbone frames and automatic centrifugal clutches, to appeal to a wide range of customers.
Honda has given the Super Cub 50 and Super Cub 110 some styling updates with smooth lines flowing from the leg shield to rear fender. Detachable side covers on both sides aim to enhance usability, while energy-saving long-life LEDs built into the round headlight results in a compact handlebar.
The Super Cub 50 Pro and Super Cub 110 Pro were introduced to cater to the demands of newspaper and package delivery services. They were based on the Super Cub 50 and Super Cub 110, respectively. Standard equipment such as small-diameter 14-inch tyres, and a large front basket and rear carrier make the Pro range suitable for delivery needs.
The new Super Cub will go on sale on Nov 10.
Prices in Japan (excluding insurance and taxes) vary from 232,200 yen (RM8,661) to 297,000 yen (RM11,078). Honda expects to sell 20,200 units annually of the Supercub domestically.
Super Cub 50 / Super Cub 110 features
Engine
> Highly efficient air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder engine with low-friction technologies applied throughout
> Tougher and lower-friction piston and cylinder
> New replaceable oil filter, and screen filter positioned at the drain bolt area. Oil changes made easier by adding insert guide to oil level guage, among other improvements.
>Needle bearings added to shift drum axis to attain smoother, lighter and controlled shift feel
> Compliance with Japan’s 2016 exhaust gas regulations, through adopting two-stage catalyzer muffler, among other measures
Styling
> Smooth curves from leg shield to rear fender defines body line
> Detachable side covers equipped on both sides. Inside the right side cover, easy access to electronics such as the ECU improve maintainability. The left side cover contains maintenance records for convenient stowage.
> Energy-saving long-life LEDs built into the round headlight and amber turn signals create a traditional Super Cub front fascia
> Instrument panel designed for visibility. LED turn indicators help to realize exceptional panel visibility in a compact design.
> Rounded, vertically elongated tail lamp ensures good visibility
Other features
> Urethane seat material and seat base design optimised for comfort and firm footing
> Super Cub 110 is equipped with a larger drive chain for improved durability and longevity.
> Super Cub 50 is available in Pearl Shining Yellow, Virgin Beige, Moonstone Silver Metallic-U, Tasmania Green Metallic, and Urbane Denim Blue Metallic.
> Super Cub 110 is available in Glint Wave Blue Metallic, Classical White, Virgin Beige, Tasmania Green Metallic, and Urbane Denim Blue Metallic. Each colour fits in with a wide range of situations from business to personal use.
Super Cub 50 Pro / Super Cub 110 Pro features
> Small-diameter 14-inch tyres make handling easier, while a large front basket and rear carrier improves utility
> Front brake locking mechanism makes parking more secure, while a reinforced side stand improves stability during loading
> Position lamps can be turned on if the key is set to the ON position, even when the engine is stopped
> Energy-saving long-life LEDs built into the headlight
> Super Cub 110 Pro is equipped with a larger drive chain for enhanced durability and longevity.
> Super Cub 50 Pro and Super Cub 110 Pro are available in Seychelles Night Blue, a calm color ideal for business use
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