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Manufacturer:

Honda

Series:

Honda C series - Baby brother to the CT family.

Description:

Scooter/moped first introduced in 1959.

Detail:

The Super Cub almost single-handedly transformed Honda.

Capable of smoothly reaching 40mph (64kph) put the Super Cub ahead of traditional 2-strokes that were inferior in both top speed and evenness of throttle. Unlike 2-strokes there was no requirement for the rider to mix oil and gasoline for the fuel.

The appeal of the Super Cub was completely utilitarian. Many Americans flocked to it because it was a quick, easy and inexpensive form of transportation. Its step-through design and lightweight frame opened the door to motorcycling for many people. The automatic centrifugal clutch let entry-level riders engage the gear without fussing with a hand clutch. Up until its release, the only two-wheeled vehicles on the road were heavy and difficult to maneuver and only the most experienced riders dared to mount them. The Super Cub was so effortlessly driven, it could be used by almost anyone.

The Super Cub represented a milestone in reliability and durability. It's simple design meant little time in the workshop and a long life. One of the world's best-selling motorcycle with over 30 million sold. In many Asian countries the Super Cub can be found as the standard form of transportation for families and businesses. Yes, it really is possible to fit you, your partner, some children and the shopping on it. People have even been known to use them as trail bikes!

Honda cites the Super Cub as crucial to Honda's ultimate success let alone Honda's survival as a company.

The Super Cub has in time been surpassed in technology but represents a classic period of motorcycle history.

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