(NU50I'82 in Iowa) Urban Express (sold in
1982) was very similar to the NA50. Two colors were available: Black
(with chrome and red stripes) and Monza Red (with chrome and black
stripes). The starting system used only a kick starter (unlike the Deluxe
model NU50M'82 described below). The engine was a 49cc 2-stroke single
cylinder lubricated by oil injection. It had an automatic transmission and
belt drive. Interestingly the U.S. sold two different models: one for the
state of Iowa and another for the rest of the states. The serial number for
the Iowa bikes began JH2AB1339CS000024 while the others began
JH2AB132XCS000010.
The Honda NU50'83
(NU50I'83 in Iowa) Urban Express (sold in
1983) was almost identical to the previous year. Two colors were available:
Special Silver Metallic (with gray stripes) and black with brown stripes.
The starting system used only a kick starter (unlike the Deluxe model
NU50M described below). The engine was a 49cc 2-stroke single cylinder
lubricated by oil injection. It had an automatic transmission and belt drive. Engine: Reliable, 49cc, two-stroke with automatic oil injection system Transmission: Honda V-matic™ Drive: Belt drive Ignition: Solid state CD Starter: Electric Accessories: Standard front and rear racks Guage: Oil reservoir level light Wheelbase: 1204mm (47.4 in.) Seat height: 696mm (27.4 in.) Fuel capacity: 4 liter (1.1 gal.) Dry weight: 58 kg (127.9 lb)
Interestingly the U.S. sold two different models: one for the state of Iowa
and another for the rest of the states. The serial number for the Iowa bikes
began JH2AB1336DK100003 while the others began
JH2AB1327DK000001
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