Honda CHF50

Honda CHF50

Manufacturer	Honda
Also called	Metropolitan, Scoopy, Jazz, Crea Scoopy
Production	2002-2009
Successor	NCH50
Class	Scooter
Engine	49 cc (3.0 cu in) liquid cooled 4-stroke single
Ignition type	CDI
Transmission	Continuously variable V-belt
Suspension	Front: telescopic fork Rear: single shock
Brakes	F/R: drum w/front combined braking system
Tires	90/90-10
Dimensions	L: 1,705 mm (67.1 in) W: 625 mm (24.6 in) H: 1,000 mm (39 in)
Weight	74 kg (163 lb) (dry) 80 kg (180 lb) (claimed) (wet)
Fuel capacity	5 L (1.1 imp gal; 1.3 US gal)
Related	NPS50

The Honda CHF50 is a scooter made by Honda and marketed as the Metropolitan in the United States, the Jazz in Canada, the Scoopy in Australia and the Crea Scoopy in Japan. The 2002 to 2005 models can reach a speed of 38–40 mph (61–64 km/h) at 8,000 rpm whereas 2006 to 2009 later models can reach 43 mph (69 km/h) at 8,850rpm. Power is rated at 4–4.9 hp (3.0–3.7 kW). The Metropolitan has typical fuel economy of 80–110 mpg_-US (2.9–2.1 L/100 km; 96–132 mpg_-imp). Offered in United States from 2002 to 2009, the Metropolitan was reintroduced in 2013 based on the fuel-injected and air-cooled NCH50 instead of the prior CHF50. ^[1]

Design concept

While the CHF50 is one of several 49 cc scooters offered by Honda since the early 1960s, it is notable for its "classic" Vespa-inspired styling and modern mechanical parts. The CHF50 has a large lockable center compartment, located below the seat, which can hold a helmet with room to spare. Inside the compartment is a handle to lock the center stand. This makes it more difficult to roll away. It also features locking handle bars which can lock the wheel at a 45 degree angle to make it harder to push. The CHF50 shares similar motor and drivetrain components with the Honda NPS50.

The CHF50 debuted in the United States as the Metropolitan for the 2002 model year. Due to its design speed being greater than 30mph, multiple states classify it as a motorcycle or "motor-driven cycle" and subsequently require a motorcycle license, registration plate, and insurance coverage for operation.^{[2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]}

Metropolitan II

Until 2006, Honda offered a restricted version of the Metropolitan in the United States, called the Metropolitan II, model code CH50P. It was limited to a maximum speed of 25 mph (40 km/h). This permits classification as a moped in those states allowing use by unlicensed or younger riders.

References

External links

• Official website