Honda Vario Racing Look Concept 2010

As a sniper drugs work to overcome boredom, Aswin who work as a Movement Control Apron PT.Angkasa Pura at Juanda airport in Surabaya to take steps to modify the Honda Vario Racing Look Concept besutan apt introduction to this work.

Low Rider still be modif racing look concept, "While working in Surabaya, loss MODIF coz if not all accessories are widely available here," said this man Makassar origin.
MODIF Vario Racing Look own loot that was started by mengcustom feet wide footprint.

Application of the front rim behind the property with Tromol Suzuki Jimny car he had designed himself in turner from the factory default orsi Tromol materials.

"I'd rather own my idea like a triangle with a wide front, turned away-turned even the steering wheel and the bracket itself was pure from my designs even kubikin own rear fender from ingredients in fiber," added the boarding house residents in Jl. 46 Manyar Sedati Supreme Sidoarjo.

Body areas are also getting creative touch on a unique-looking headlights were round headlamp foglamp owned cars and pearl white finishing elected body that still looks cool impression on this Vario Extreme modification.

Specification MODIF:
Rim FRONT BACK: Suzuki Jimny, BAN: FDR 160/60/17 120/70/14 & Swallow, SCHOK BACKGROUND: Yamaha FIZR, mirror: Stage REM Handle: Brembo, TACHO: Type R, FILTER KARBU: Koso, exhaust: Honda Revo, seats: by Cak Mad, Painter: Airbrush Bhagonk Sidoarjo, MODIF TOTAL: 5 million.

Honda Grand Yellow Chrome Full Body Modification

Honda Grand output in 2000 at abis kinclong style modification. Why, because this grand honda modified with painted chrome yellow and chrome body in full. shock mounted on the right with the addition of front disc rear plus double front calipers rear. The used tires are worn tires drag racing. Alloy wheel spokes are used front and rear tire wheel disc using orbitals. At the time of modification of the motor in Jepara contest yesterday, he also entered the contest MODIF in Jepara. But unfortunately not yet a winner of a contest that modification.
Yellow chrome full body modification in grand 2000. Nice Modification concept for old motor cycle.

Honda Grand 2000 Modification - With Green Chrome

This is picture of honda grand 2000 full modification with chrome concept full color. Body full chrome and brush with green color candytone. This picture motor honda grand 2000 modification i take when i see contest in jepara last month. Funky modification concept is the theme of this event contest. Many motorcycle like honda grand modification, and another honda modification i meet in there.



Full color chrome green modif honda grand 2000. and the winner of this contest in jepara i dont know. hehehe
Just share if you want to modif you motorcycle like this picture. Follow this modification unique concept. Make your new concept modification with your idea.

Contest Modification of Mio VS Beat 2010

This is picture of honda beat modification with color concept chrome grafis. I think first of step to make the modification of this motorcycle is, first you must chrome your body motors. And then you must go to the place that can make paint concept grafis for your chrome body motorcycle. After that, buy the acessories for your honda beat full chrome grafis. If you live in solo, you can go to klitikan market in semanggi. Buy the cheap acessories for your motors. If you want to buy more expensive acessories, go to gemblekan. You can buy in garuda acessories of other acessories motors shop in there. Go to modif your motors now and follow the contest of modification next time in your city.


Dont worry, if you dont like the first modification. look at the picture of mio drag modification. I take the picture form contest modification in surabaya last month.
I have many photos and images about motors modification. I will post a lot of bike modification in this site. Keep Update just in this blogs. Thx for visiting my blogs about motors modification concept.

The Most Wanted And Most Waiting Car 2011

After showing off a concept version at the Tokyo auto show events 23 October to 4 November 2009 ago, Honda Motor Co. eventually. Ltd. to market Honda's Compact Renaissance Zero, or the CR-Z coming in February specifically for the Japanese market.

Honda CR-Z After that Honda will bring it to the European variant and the U.S. in the second half of 2010.

Brochures and advertising in virtual worlds such as Honda called motorauthority explained, the car will use gasoline engines 1500 cc four-cylinder power capable of spraying up to 114 horsepower at 6000 rpm.

While maximum torque, 145 Newtonmeter (Nm) at 4.800rpm.

Conventional engine with an electric motor that tech dikimpoikan typical Honda - Honda's Integrated Motor Assist (IMA), which generates up to 13.5 horsepower. Honda hybrid sports variant of this system is equipped with six-speed manual transmission.

But Honda also offers a choice of automatic transmission technology with continuously variable transmission (CVT), a six-speed. With the technology transfer rate of acceleration of the more subtle and barely felt.

The car was called the embodiment of Honda's commitment to the environment, both as an effort to meet the market demand for Honda, as called Takanobu Ito, chief executive at the July 2009 Honda ago.

"This plan (to produce a hybrid variant-ed) was done as part of Honda's new direction change in order to meet the demand for hybrid cars continue to rise," I Ito at the time.

But unfortunately, until now there has been no official explanation how the car was dibanderol


That said, Toyota as the manufacturer behind the launch of the Lexus LFA is willing to take the loss just to release this one product. It could be true when considering so many technologies that grafted Toyota on this one car. That said, 60% more than the car is made from carbon fiber so that the total weight of this car also can be pressed maximally.

LFA Project was started in the year 2000 and five years later, the Lexus under Toyota showcase this car in concept form at the Detroit auto show. Lexus plans to release only 500 units started in 2010. Lexus will produce only about 20 cars per month until the quota was met in about two years. Not only that, Lexus is also planning to select the applicants before allowing them to bring this car home.

Just caught a glimpse of this already appears that LFA is an exotic car. There are only two seats are provided Lexus LFA. V-10 engine capacity 4.800cc placed at the front as the engine power output is transferred to the rear wheels because the coupe is not using all-wheel drive system. This machine is capable of generating power at 553 horsepower with a maximum speed of around 325km per hour.

As mentioned earlier, 65% part of this car made of carbon fiber while the remaining 35% made of aluminum. This is also the cause of this LFA project so long in penggodokan included. Lexus initially planned to create a framework of aluminum in the middle of the project but plans have changed and now the frame is made of woven carbon fiber. These decisions have an impact on the total weight of about 100kg.

The use of carbon fiber was not only lose weight because of the desire car. According to chief engineer of the Lexus, with a carbon fiber body, the angle can be made more sharply so that the level was also increased aerodynamic. In testing, Car and Driver recorded a waktu3, 7 seconds to reach speed of 100km per hour. In addition this site also mentions that in high speed, it still remains stable LFA ridden.

This site is also mentioned in the matter of control, it feels very solid LFA although fully using electronic systems. Even if there are complaints, this site just to mention a little rough on the transmission mode is more automatic and the manual suggests using a more refined system. Agreed with Car and Driver Car Magazine is the opinion although the site is also mentioned that the design of instruments in the dashboard includes interesting. CNet did not mention the fact almost none of the weaknesses of the cars that they consider the evolution of the Toyota Supra

Update looks as if nothing had stopped at the Toyota car models. In later 2010, which in turn is the Toyota Auris facelift.

That a hatchback car with a Corolla platform is going through changes not only interior but also exterior. Auris would glide in England next year it will change the shape grille and bumper. The main lights would look more dynamic and different from existing models. Similarly bonnetnya.

At first glance, if observed, the Auris is almost similar to the Toyota Yaris. Increasing more views exist on the shape and design alloy wheels. Cyclic form is more sporty wheels with multi-beam design.

On the interior, comes with new colors and a touch of the materials that have better quality, especially at the highest version. Secured passengers who sat in it will feel more comfortable.

At the circumference of the wheel there is the ease in moving an automatic transmission. Toyota Auris has been equipped with gear shifting feature on the wheel. The result?

Driver response is more responsive because the process of moving teeth easily accessible with a finger or more ergonomic. Performance 1,800 cc engine fitted with CVT technology, so more subtle acceleration.

Another good news is the people of Europe, especially England would rather be in determining the type most interested in the Toyota Auris. The reason Toyota also intends to offer a hybrid version.

Hybrid Auris scheduled to be made in assembly plants in the UK, but the new Toyota will officially announce the end of this year. Santer news came Auris Hybrid will use the same technology with the Prius.

To monitor the extent to which the European community responses to the most environmentally friendly version of this, Toyota Auris will conduct tests with the Hybrid was the first time in England later in 2010

New Best Cars Models For 2011

Year 2010 approached. For many companies, automakers, this is a moment in determining the success of their latest products to sell to the public. Ten MSNBC version of the latest car models below include the various types of vehicles, ranging from mini cars to large family cars, each of which represents the uniqueness of its own.

1. Buick Regal
The new Regal has a more slender body and tight compared to its predecessor model that impressed soft. With four-cylinder engine equipped Turbocharge features, the car will compete with the Acura TSX car class. Power of 220 horsepower cars that have traveled 48 miles by one gallon of fuel will be present in the summer of 2010.

2. Chevrolet Cruze
Chevrolet trying to become a known brand car in a globalized world, such as Ford and Toyota. To achieve this goal, General Motors has developed several models and introduced it to the entire world. Chevrolet Cruze is expected to be the better car than its predecessor model Chevy.

3. Chevrolet Volt
The car that had been waiting for this moment to touch the market between Thanksgiving and Christmas day 2010. But unfortunately, this car is only sold exclusively for residents of California, the United States alone. Although to be released in other countries in 2011, only California community are able to fill the power of this new car at his house and drove as far as 64 miles without gasoline.
GM plans to build 3000 units in the first quarter 2011 Volts, 8000 up to 10 000 in the year, and 50 000 up to 6000 thereafter. GM's biggest concern is the public reaction to this price can not be determined.

4. Ford S-Max
S-Max is included in this type of multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) which is similar to a sports utility vehicle (SUV) in the U.S.. S-Max 2010 European version is equipped with diesel engines, while the U.S. version will use a four-cylinder engine with berturbocharge EcoBosst. The car that looks similar to the Honda Stream will be present with the contemporary urban elements.

5. Ford Fiesta
Through the Ford Fiesta, Ford's president Allan Mullay Ford plans to make as a company that has a big name in the small car market. This car really has been developed during the Fiesta Mullaly decided to release to the foreign market. He plans to replace some parts like lights and bumpers for entry into the U.S. market. Earlier in 2009, the Fiesta model has sold half a million units in several countries. Cars with this captivating design able to climb 64 miles per gallon.

6. Honda CR-Z
Honda so far has a good reputation for its products. Honda's car production to produce such efficient cars Cars Civic CRX. Right now Honda to try their luck with the latest concept car models, namely the CR-Z, 2011. This latest concept car uses a 1.5 liter gas engine assisted by an electric motor and adapted to a six-speed manual transmission, so consumers feel enthusiastic while driving.

7. Hyundai Sonata
After years of popularity a V6 engine, Hyundai now testing a family sedan that offers four-cylinder engine. This four-cylinder engine gives greater satisfaction than the V6. Horsepower at the engine power is expected to generate an adjusted 35 mpg with six-speed automatic transmission while on the road. New Sonata will be launched in January next, with a turbocharged version of the hybrid.

8. Mazda 2011
Mazda Motor Company will soon launch its latest car models degan stylish, sleek, and slender. And make the United States consumers lust after cars is immediately circulated there. This car will be powered by a 1.5-liter engine when it arrives in dealerships in late summer 2010.

9. Nissan Leaf
Nissan will start launching its products, namely Nissan menawrkan Leaf with electric-powered cars. Initial inventory will be limited, but Nissan promises to boost production levels. This car will not fall much more expensive than other cars. Price for lithium ion battery packs, the Nissan was the pioneer of innovative financing schemes, which will reduce the cost of the car. Didalamnnya Computer Systems will assist the driver in the refueling track location within range of 100 miles.

10. Toyota Sienna
Americans tend to still like the production of big cars to transport their family, friends, and equipment. Toyota is preparing for its new product, namely Toyoyta Sienna, a minivan that offers luxury features and saving in the form of four-cylinder engine. The standard engine used is a V6. It gives good strength, but it gives fuel savings a bit better than some V8 model. Sienna with a capacity of 2.7 liters can not pull a trailer, but can provide an estimate of the EPA, 26 mpg on the highway when in action. February 2011, Sienna certainly arrive at dealerships. (Job)

VARIO MODIFICATION NEW INNOVATION

inovation modified motor was born in 2009 from Madiun, East Java. Donny is Dwi Budianto of the 73 Motor penggagas. Honda Vario 2007 not own dirombak steering wheel with memelarkan alias with a low rider car velg. Honda Skubek jig that can increase body alias-down such as the withdrawal of many done in the car modif.

Front monoshock
Indeed, applying the concept MEFRIK Donny aka Modern, Estetika, Functional, rational, Innovation, and Creative skubek honda vario. Most prominent and can be spelled breakthrough modif 2009 Suspensi namely the air (air-sus), which can increase body make-down, as many modifications adopted in the car in the country."This is as big matic trends in the Japanese," says Donny. To operate the water-sus, it uses bertekanan compressor 550 psi. To use Shockbreaker hidraulik berdiameter 4 cm are usually used on the car door.

Because funsgi shock only to ride-down body, then add Donny shock placed under the saddle to the front of the stick near the shield. Function, in addition to set the compress and rebound, but also to stabilize the body. To operate the water-sus, using two buttons placed on the stabilizer.Innovation from Donny, note the shock front. He adopted the monoshock. "His own use, such as pipes and model in the Vespa," he said. So that custom look, the fiber was wrapped and given the chrome.

Not only that. Try habituate lamp-light. Future use mica lamp Honda Airblade and have a surplus, in part at the custom-life model of projector light car. Meanwhile, the dusk is mengaplikasi LED.

The creation of the rear motor 73. Of the tapering stern line with all-LED lights. There are also lights and brake sein.

Honda Vario Modif Full Fiber

HONDA VARIO WAR BODY MODIFIED Full Fiber

Roman armor or armor used by British commanders have inspired Deto Ardiansyah. Honda Vario which mind victim. Because modifications can be inspired by more powerful competitors, the men from Malang, East Java, is changing skutiknya extreme. Because the concept modifnya armor, means must be dismantled pairs. "It means, though extreme, the original body is still there," says this young entrepreneur.

If you see every side of a pointed shape, symbolizing the hero weapons. As the front cover, original lamp. The most sensational part, of the back. The model is like a spiral. "I most like the stern of this and be able to invite the attention of people. Something really different," proud father of this child. Remarkably, many curves, made of fiber. To emphasize the tapering angle and curve, selected one silver color plus black dots.

HONDA VARIO WAR BODY MODIF Full Fiber

Not only an impressive body of weapons of war. Contrived Sepatbor tapered front, including a custom rim design with the all-pole spear. Even the size was somewhat daring peleknya, rear and front 8 inches 5 inches. Because the width, axle pushed back to 20 cm. Uniquely, the rear suspension can be up and down to 5 cm of water because it is equipped with suspension. Recognized Deto, these applications were copied from the car community. To keep the air tube is placed on the deck and filling the air took place as the motor in a well lit due to energy sourced from the battery.

HONDA VARIO WAR BODY MODIFIED

However, to make it able to act skutik still need manual labor. This means, for the wind flow to the rear suspension uses such as a regulator of the tap.

Unfortunately, it is less convenient skutik taken for long walks. Deto not dizzy, because Honda Vario is built for racing.

HONDA VARIO full fiber BODY MODIFICATION

Honda VFR1200F 2010 Features

Honda VFR1200F sportbike wallpaper

I had blogwalking with new keywords honda, and it turned out I found a new motorcycle HONDA VFR1200F name, I found it on the blog that in the region aimed to india. and in the blog that honda VFR1200F motorcycles will be launched in india, and I'm not sure this bike will be launched in any country. but a clear honda VFR1200F is very sporty and beautiful to you all

Honda VFR1200F pics WALLPAPER

Features Honda VFR1200F:

* Honda MotoGP V-4 engine technology and architecture bring cutting-edge performance to the VFR1200F.
* Unique cylinder layout with rear two cylinders located innermost on the crankshaft and front cylinders located outboard narrows the rider interface aboard the VFR1200F.
* Throttle By Wire for next-generation throttle response.
* Optional Dual Clutch Automatic Transmission with manual mode and automatic mode with two D/S modes and paddle-style shifters offers unparalleled freedom through innovative technology.
* Next-generation shaft drive system with offset pivot point and sliding constant-velocity joint for a new level of shaft-drive performance and control.
* Transferable one-year, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.

2010 HONDA VFR1200F V-4

2010 HONDA VFR1200F V-4

Engine/Drivetrain OF Honda VFR1200F:

* Light and compact 1237cc liquid-cooled 76-degree V-4 pumps out amazing levels of power with a distinctive V-4 feel and sound.
* Symmetrically Coupled Phase-shift Crankshaft uses 28-degree crankpin offset to eliminate primary engine vibration.
* Asymmetrical exhaust lengths between front and rear cylinders boost power production and enhance power feel.
* Lightweight and compact Unicam® valvetrain allows for significantly smaller cylinder heads.
* Honda slipper clutch in manual-shift model allows unencumbered sport riding.

VARIO MODIF HARLEY CONCEPT

honda vario balines modifed with harley handlebar

Well ......! This new robahan steady and balanced. Honda Vario dimension that tends wide angle which is too sharp angle, it is very appropriate for a solid display to fill. Like his 2008 Honda Vario Rony Lubis, who on review by MotorPlus some time ago.
The theme is carried Vario modif Rony's Harley Lubis is Rockabilly. Indeed, after the entry Rony's garage, Vario sweet moments with Agnes Monica was so rock n roll.
Rony did not mean to conjure up such Varionya today. But it was directly related to the same sense of actualization. On that basis, the iron had to dibubut and then formed a pointed or sharp

machine of honda vario

All the materials used are iron various types and sizes. There are several types of steel plates used. "Generally, the thickness of 7 mm, but after dibubut be 5 mm," said Rony further.

After the lathe, was then coated with dural alias vernekel chromatised. "After that, just let kinclong polished linings," said the man Sundanese Mandailing with a thick accent.

Let me look over the total up to the sector under, then retreat, retreat or engine-mounting is also given a chrome steel bracelet. "Endless pipe inside chromatised forgotten. With the installation of this bracelet looks even more sangar, "the story of this relay guy.
Display sangar and ferocious courage makes Rony Rockabilly love the name Harley. Whereas ngalahin practically sangarnya H-D!

harley davidson handlebar in honda vario

SMART SELECT TIRES
Because the flow is hot rod, solid features, large and flat so the extra attention. Can be seen from the tricks
in tire selection. Although the front rim measures just 3x14 inches, but the tires are mounted fairly large, which is 140/60-14.
Was done solely to get an impression of solid and big. Understandably, such a tire size, usually even use a large rim to tread. Get to the X14 has 5.5-inch dimensions.

exhaust honda vario

honda vario there is no death, this time I got the information from the origin modifikator bali, honda vario made in 2007 modified with the harley davidson handlebars. really cool, look at pictures honda vario with low-rider theme modifications, very handsome once. front tire on the front and rear for a large size of the modifications characteristic of low-rider. in Bali was not just a bike just made models like the harley davidson Cooper. honda vario but can also be made Cooper.

HONDA LEGENDA 2010 GREEN MODIFICATION

MODIFIED HONDA LEGENDA 2010 GREEN CHROME.
from east Java, modifikator filled with ideas kretif has created a new invention in a pneumatic suspension modifications. that the change in suspension is a way of filling the air. because it is still rarely used motorcycle suspension air.

so long as modifikator eastern Java has a good idea to make suspension of former shock breaker from the factory, then the modification with suzuki car compresor from Cary, so that the original shock breaker with hydraulic systems become pneumatic. you must have confused view pictures of this modification, because honda legend honda is not a legend anymore but it has changed shape like honda beat. and that creative motor modification Indonesia compared with other countries. bright green body color of the honda legend.

probably quite a few recent reviews of modifications honda legenda in this 2010 year. hopefully can give a good inspiration for the modifikator. thanks

HONDA CB MODIFICATION

HONDA CB MODIF , Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI), the 100% endemic 2-wheeler accessory of the Honda Motor Company, Japan – the world’s better architect of 2-wheelers, today apparent its attack into the accumulation articulation through the barrage of its aboriginal honda CB twister 110 cc bike CB Bewilderment in the attendance of chief Honda officials.

Living up to the appearance aspirations of Indian bike customers, honda CB twister ewilderment offers style, incomparable performance, acceptable breadth and accessibility at an affordable cost. The new age administration of the bike is aggressive from apple trend CB1000R. The screenless layered avant-garde cowl, clear headlight, amphibian ancillary cowl, able-bodied ammunition tank, aciculate rear with abbreviate tail, multi reflector appendage lamp, abbreviate muffler and bisected alternation case makes the bike appearance figure in the segment.

CB Bewilderment will be the best in chic in agreement of dispatch & aces up. The honda CB twister bewilderment is able with all new 110 cc engine, carrying 9BHP of power. The adamant accompanying aqueduct anatomy & V-shaped admixture auto provides adherence and enhances the maneuverability. Tubeless tyres are the different affection of CB Twister, for the aboriginal time in the segment.

The addition of this bike will actualize a new articulation and aggrandize the 2-wheeler bazaar in India. Powered with 110cc engine, CB Bewilderment will bear a breadth of 70 kms per litre*. The bike is able with aliment chargeless array & adhesive air clarify for added convenience. Strictly adhering to the BS-III norms which will appear into aftereffect from April 2010, CB Bewilderment would be one of the best ambiance affable bike. CB Bewilderment is targeted at the barter who aspire for appearance and achievement forth with basal needs of breadth and abundance in apprenticed budget.

The amount angel for ex exhibit Delhi is Approx Rs. 42,000/- (Kick Drum)

CB Twister, depicts world’s latest trend with incomparable performance. The prefix “CB” has been acquired from Honda’s beautiful world-trend alternation emblematic naked sports and the chat “Twister” depicts bouncing apprehension with abundant strength. Taking the afflatus for Drawing from the iconic CB1000R design.

The CB Bewilderment is activity to hit the Indian anchorage by end of February 2010. The bike will be accessible in three variants;

1. Kick Drum Alloy

2. Self Drum Alloy

3. Self Disc Admixture (with 240 mm avant-garde disc brake)

All variants will be accessible in bristles agitative colors i.e. Pearl Amber Yellow, Candy Sonic Green, Pearl Nightstar Black, Pearl Siena Red and Pearl Fuji Blue.

Excerpts from Company officials:

“Honda has been able to accomplish the cogent milestones because of its focus on developing articles that accommodated the expectations and aspirations of the customers. Honda has connected to acquaint avant-garde models with avant-garde technology and adorable appearance that are additionally ambiance friendly” – Mr. Masahiro Takedagawa, Operating Officer, Southwest Asia Honda Motor Co. and President & CEO, Honda Siel Car India & Honda Motor India

“We will abide to accommodate agitative articles & advance the amplification in anniversary two wheeler segment. The CB Bewilderment meets the new age customers’ appeal distinctively “value for money”. The bike is a absolute aggregate of new age appearance and incomparable achievement with economy. With the latest acid bend technology, the bike is apprenticed to aggrandize the 100-110cc articulation further.” – Mr. Shinji Aoyama, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt Ltd.

“The CB Bewilderment will be accessible to barter by end of February 2010. With never apparent afore in the articulation new age style, incomparable performance, abridgement of 70 Kms / Ltr*, we apprehend to advertise 2.20 lac units in the year 2010 -11” – explained during the new artefact presentation by Mr. N.K.Rattan, Operating Head, Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd

HONDA CBR NEW 2010

HONDA CBR NEW 2010 PICS

honda cbr motorcycles launched the latest in the year 2010, with the color red striping. I saw the new honda cbr has a big engine when compared with the previous version honda cbr. honda cbr did have a high selling value, and have a lot of consumers. please you can see the latest pictures honda cbr. it is very fast and very fantastics.

Honda Tiger With A BOX

HONDA TIGER MODIFICATION WITH A BOX

honda tiger there is no death for the modification, this time I will show you all, modification honda tiger with A BOX, A box often encountered in such a large motor harley davidson or other motors with a big cc. but whether A BOX only be installed on motorcycles with large engines right? no of course not, honda tiger very also perfect if we put A BOX, we can see in the picture was so strong honda tiger with A BOX attached to the back of the tiger's honda.

Honda Elite 2009

If the Honda SH150i’s $4,599 price triggers sticker shock, the more affordable Elite might offer an appealing alternative. Priced at $2,999, the Elite is a third less expensive than the SH150i (with an engine that’s roughly a third smaller, too)—but like any bike, it’s got its own individual pluses and minuses.

I tested the Elite by criss-crossing over 50 miles of gridlock infested Los Angeles streets, and have a few thoughts on whether or not this 108cc scooter might work for you.Downsizing can yield great benefits, and the Honda Elite is a prime example of what can be gained from selective loss. Thanks to its liquid cooled, fuel injected 108cc engine, the saved space enables a considerably larger underseat storage area—35 liters to be precise, which is big enough to swallow two full face helmets, a notable improvement over the SH150i’s skimpy compartment. The Elite also gains a map box just beneath the instrument panel and a handy ignition key lock. Improved fuel economy is also another boon to the smaller package, and the Elite produces over 100 mpg based on EPA emissions testing. Curb weight is 254 pounds, 48 pounds less than the SH150i. Honda Elite 2009.

But something’s gotta give somewhere, and the Elite’s top speed is a little over 50 mph (versus the SH150i’s 65 mph.) Due to its sub-150cc status, the Elite isn’t freeway legal (at least in California), and while 50 mph is plenty fast for surface streets, the Elite immediately gets nixed if interstates happen to be a part of your riding routine.

Also notable are its small tires, which measure 10 inches at the rear and 12 inches up front—a significant drop from the SH150i’s 16-inchers… but more on that later. The Elite is equipped with a rear-to-front linked braking system and a parking brake, and available accessories include a top case which allows 27 extra liters of storage ($143.95), and a tall windshield ($189.95.) Also included is a transferrable one year, unlimited mileage warranty.

The Ride: City Street Manners,

The Elite’s saddle sits 29.1 inches above ground, and like the SH150i it only comes with a center stand (as opposed to a conventional side stand.) But lighter weight makes it less of a hassle to push off and get going—though you’ll also notice the scooter’s more compact proportions when you try to finagle room for your feet on the floorboard. It can take a bit of maneuvering for tall riders to get their feet, butt, and upper body positioned just right, and the Elite’s ergonomics are certainly biased towards in-town jaunts rather than longer distance rides.

Lane-splitting this little ride allows for fearless (but potentially risky) maneuvers that couldn’t otherwise be performed on a larger scooter or motorcycle. Acceleration isn’t most impressive right off the line, but it quickly spools up as momentum is increased. More impressive than the Elite’s “Go” is its “Stop”: the linked brakes feel strong, and their abilities make it tempting to go faster than you ought to in traffic. Likewise, the ten and twelve inch wheels add an element of darty maneuverability, though at higher speeds it takes a steady hand to keep the Elite along the intended trajectory. The chassis doesn’t feel quite as insulated as the SH150i’s, and road irregularities are transmitted more jarringly through the wheels and suspension.

More a nimble traffic jouster than a high-speed cruising machine, the Elite is well suited to the surface streets it’s relegated to due to its engine displacement.

The Bottom Line: A Zip and a Smile

Comparisons between the Elite and its stablemate the SH150i are inevitable, and choosing between the two depends entirely on your needs. The Elite isn’t freeway ready, but it does offer a slightly more maneuverable riding experience while slicing and dicing through traffic. The increased storage space is one welcome benefit of the smaller engine, but the bike’s clanky response to bumps are a not-so-gentle reminder of its diminutive suspension components and down-spec’d chassis. Looking outside the Honda brand, the Yamaha Zuma 125 offers slightly more displacement for the same price, but the Elite’s smoother flowing styling cues will likely steal some sales thunder from the quirky looking Yamaha.

After 50 miles of city riding, I returned the Elite with a grin on my face and a fuel gauge that only dipped down a couple of clicks. The Elite earns 3.5 out of 5 stars (which ties it with the SH150i), mainly since its advantages are counterbalanced by a few disadvantages. But budget-minded buyers who don’t need a freeway commuter will find that the $2,999 Elite is exactly what we seek in the scooter genre: sensible, efficient, and reliable two-wheeled transportation that can get us from point A to B with a zip and a smile Honda Elite 2009.