Honda 70
The Honda 70 (later rebadged as the Honda CD70) is a four stroke motorcycle produced by Honda of Japan from 1970 to 1991. Production moved to Atlas Honda of Pakistan, in 1991.
 Honda CD70 | |
| Manufacturer | Atlas Honda, Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Also called | CD 70 |
| Parent company | Honda Motor Company |
| Production | 1970– |
| Assembly | Japan (1970–1991) Sheikhupura, Pakistan (1991–present) Karachi, Pakistan (1991–present) |
| Class | Standard |
| Engine | 72 cc (4.4 cu in) 4-Stroke, OHC, air cooled, single |
| Ignition type | Contact breaker (later models upgraded to capacitor discharge electronic ignition) |
| Transmission | Four-speed manual |
| Brakes | Drum, front and rear |
| Fuel capacity | 9 l (2.0 imp gal; 2.4 US gal) |
Introduced to compete against rival two-stroke small capacity motorcycles, the Honda 70 had a Four stroke engine with an displacement of 72 cc (4.4 cu in). Models from 1970 to 1983 were called the Honda 70, with a Honda 70 logo on the side covers.
The Honda 70 had a rectangular speedometer with gear range markings and a maximum calibration of 60 mph (97 km/h). The claimed top speed was 58 mph (93 km/h). The engine was constantly upgraded and modified. In 1984, the bike was released as the Honda CD70. It had a variety of changing logo stickers, and in 2012, there were changes in the shape of engine, carburettor and rear indicators which were moved lower, near the rear light.