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Honda
Scooter
2008
Metropolitan Base
Specifications
2008 Honda Metropolitan Base
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Identification
Model Type
Scooter
BASE MSRP (US)
$1,899.00
Warranty
12 Months
Insurance
Insurance:
Engine:
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
2
Valves Per Cylinder
2
Valve Configuration
SOHC
Bore (mm/in)
38 / 1.49
Stroke (mm/in)
44 / 1.73
Displacement (cc/ci)
49 / 3
Compression Ratio
12:1
Starter
Electric / Kick
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Ram Air Induction
No
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
1
Carburetor Size (mm)
18
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission:
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Belt
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Belt
Reverse
No
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition
Steel
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
90
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Front Wheel Diameter
10
Rear Tire Width
90
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
90
Rear Wheel Diameter
10
Front Tire (Full Spec)
90/90 R10
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
90/90 R10
Brakes:
Front Brake Type
Drum
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Travel (in/mm)
1.9 / 48.3
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
No
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Single Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
2.6 / 66
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
No
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Air Adjustable
No
Steering:
Steering Control
Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)
46.9 / 1191.3
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)
176 / 79.8
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
1.3 / 5
Top Speed (mph)
40
Seats:
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
28.3 / 718.8
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Exterior:
Frame
Aluminum
Body Material
Plastic
Floor Board Location
Driver and Passenger
Hand Grip Material
Rubber
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Fork Guards
No
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Front Fender Material
Plastic
Rear Fender Material
Plastic
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Center
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Instrumentation:
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Pricing:
Warranty (Condition)
Limited
Zero Price Schema
0
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)
Scooter
Manufacturer Country
Japan
MIC Model Segment
SCOOTER
Paint & Finish:
Metallic
No
Convenience:
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Glass:
Folding
Yes
Storage:
Underseat Storage Capacity (gal/l)
5 / 22
Lockable Storage
Standard
Helmet Locks
Standard
Helmet Storage
Standard
Lights:
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Insurance:
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