Honda CHF50
The CHF50 is a scooter manufactured by Honda. It is known as the Metropolitan in the United States, the Jazz in Canada, the Scoopy in Australia and the Crea Scoopy in Japan. The 2002-05 models can reach a speed of 38-40 mph (61-65 km/h) at 8,000 rpm whereas 2006 and later models can reach 43 mph (69 km/h) at 8,850rpm. Power is rated between 4 and 4.9 hp. The Metropolitan has typical gas mileage of 80–110 mpg (US) (2.1–2.9 L/100 km). Design Concept While the CHF50 is one of several 49 cc scooters offered by Honda since the early 1960s, it is notable for its "classic" Vespa-inspired styling and modern mechanical parts. In the United States, it debuted as the Metropolitan in model year 2002. The CHF50 has a large lockable center compartment, located below the seat, which can hold a helmet with room to spare. Inside the compartment is a handle to lock the center stand. This makes it more difficult to roll away. It also features locking handle bars which can lock the wheel ...