SH50/SH100

Introduction

Styled for comfortable fun and light and easy transportation, the SH50 and more
powerful SH100 feature large 16" wheels, sleekly modern styling and slim yet
roomy proportions that make them perfect companions for enjoyable days
in the sun, a bit of light shopping or just meandering around town with no partic-
ular place to go. Plushly padded seats and ample legroom make the two SH’s
remarkably comfortable mounts for riders of all sizes, while their tastefully
subdued designs and ample carrying capacity provide an elegant yet rational
appeal for riders of all ages.

SH50 addition of a new catalyser element a high quality finish. Powerful

For 16 years the SH50 has been built into its exhaust system to reduce response, vigorous acceleration,
the benchmark when it comes to the release of hydrocarbons (HC) exceedingly manoeuvrable thanks
balance, thanks to its large wheels. and nitrous oxides (NOx) into to its excellent turning circle,
Cut out for town use, it differs from the atmosphere, the new 2000 SH50 very light and fitted with automatic
other mopeds in some useful practi- now also conforms with Europe’s transmission, the SH100 is a mar-
cal aspects. Its integral apron offers EURO-1 emissions regulations. vellous town machine. Available to
good protection and its 50cc engine anyone with a car licence for more
has a belt drive that is safer, quieter, SH100 than two years, it is the perfect
smoother and requires less mainte- Following the undisputed success compromise between a scooter
nance. A true trailblazer in the field of the SH50, Honda offers the 100cc and a motorbike. Liberty, stability,
of large-wheeled scooters, the SH50 version of the same name. With its facility, this could be the motto of
is revised in-depth this year, but big wheels, the SH100 achieves the SH100, which could well upset
remains as effective as ever in town immeasurably greater stability the sales top 10 yet again.
and gives a very safe ride. With the than traditional scooters and enjoys

SH50 SH100
Introduced in 84 - Manufactured in Italy - SCOOTER Introduced in 97 - Manufactured in Italy - SCOOTER
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Colouring Concept

For the year 2000, the two SH’s are a crisply lustrous black that Colours
accentuate their charms in seven projects an image of mature prestige, • Fury Red
attractive colour variations that a pleasant green-tinged off-white • Tirreno Blue
include two new additions to the that offers a carefree and youthful • Black
group. Leading off is a rich new red appeal, a richly hued dark green • Bottle Green
that exudes all the lively Latin that emphasises the SH’s innate • Pasta Green
excitement of the sunny southern quality of construction, and another • Sparkling Red
countryside. On the other end of bright shade of red that seems (SH50 E-type only)
the spectrum, a shady new blue lends destined to be seen near the beaches • Winter Lake Blue Metallic
a more composed sense of tranquil- and bars, and wherever people (SH50 SP & IT types only)
lity to the hectic rush of the city gather. All versions feature a clean,
streets, while in limited release, uncluttered look shorn of stripes
a light metallic blue brightens the or graphics, and attractive silver-
scene with its sparkling effervescence. painted cast aluminium wheels.
Carried over from the previous year

SH50 SH100
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Close-up

New Features it with optimum road-holding. the fuel oneself.

• New catalyser element installed in • Allied to this suspension, the SH’s • The electric starter shows Honda’s
exhaust system to meet EURO-1 padded saddle contributes to the attention to practicalities.
exhaust emissions regulations. excellent level of overall comfort. • Honda has insisted on fitting
• New colour variations. This two-seater saddle enables indicators to the SH for
a passenger aged less than 14 to increased safety.
General Features be carried. • The drum brakes contribute to
• Lightweight and fitted with large • The brake levers are designed overall safety being powerful,
wheels, the SH is reassuring to fit all shapes and sizes. reliable and progressive.
for those who do not like small- • With its luggage carrier (with tie- • The SH’s generous ground
wheeled scooters. down hooks), and a central clearance enables it to mount
• With timeless lines and designed platform, able to fit a large bag, the majority of curbs without
to be functional, the SH is ideally the SH has the wherewithal to getting caught.
suited for urban riding. carry a load of bits and pieces • The SH benefits from the Honda’s
• The wide front panel provides without upsetting the ride. quality manufacturing and the
the rider with proper protection. • The engine is smooth and lively assurance of the exceptional
• The hydraulic suspension (rare in thanks to the continuously vari- service network of the number
this engine size), matched to the able transmission. one manufacturer in the world.
SH’s low weight and the overall • Lubrication is by separate
balance of its architecture provide system to avoid having to mix
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Colour Overview - SH50

1993

1994
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1995

1996

1997
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Colour Overview - SH100

1997
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Specifications

Specifications SH50 (IT, SP, E, B, PO, G, NL, F types)

Engine Air-cooled 2-stroke single

Bore × Stroke 39 × 41.4mm
Displacement 49cm3
Compression Ratio 7:1
Carburettor 14mm piston-valve type
Max. Power Output IT-type 1.99PS/6,250rpm (95/1/EC) (1.46kW/6,250min-1)
SP-type 5.2PS/6,750rpm (ECE) (3.8kW/6,750min-1)
E-type 4.9PS/7,000rpm (DIN) (3.6kW/7,000min-1)
B, PO-types 5.2PS/6,750rpm (DIN) (3.8kW/6,750min-1)
G-type 3.4PS/6,500rpm (DIN) (2.5kW/6,500min-1)
NL-type 1.8PS/5,750rpm (ISO) (1.3kW/5,750min-1)
F-type 4.5PS/6,000rpm (ISO) (3.3kW/6,000min-1)
Max. Torque IT-type 0.26kg-m/4,500rpm (95/1/EC) (2.5Nm/4,500min-1)
SP-type 0.54kg-m/6,500rpm (ECE) (5.3Nm/6,500min-1)
E-type 0.52kg-m/6,750rpm (DIN) (5.1Nm/6,750min-1)
B, PO-types 0.55kg-m/6,500rpm (DIN) (5.4Nm/6,500min-1)
G-type 0.39kg-m/6,000rpm (DIN) (3.8Nm/6,000min-1)
NL-type 0.29kg-m/4,000rpm (ISO) (2.8Nm/4,000min-1)
F-type 0.53kg-m/6,000rpm (ISO) (5.2Nm/6,000min-1)
Ignition Digital transistorised with electronic advance
Starter Electric/Primary kick
Transmission V-Matic
Dimensions (L×W×H) 1,867 × 698 × 1,091mm
Wheelbase 1,267mm
Seat Height 763mm
Ground Clearance 121mm
Fuel Capacity 6.3 litres
Wheels Front 16 × MT1.60 cast aluminium alloy
Rear 16 × MT1.85 cast aluminium alloy
Tyres Front 2.50–16
Rear 2.75–16
Suspension Front 31mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 71mm axle travel
Rear Unit swing arm, 67mm axle travel
Brakes Front 220mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston calliper and resin mould pads
Rear 110mm leading/trailing drum
Dry Weight IT-type 84kg
PO-type 81.9kg
B, E, F, SP, NL types 82.9kg
G-type 83.3kg
SH50-100 - 20007 - E

All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.

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Specifications

Specifications SH100 (IT, SP, F types)

Engine Air-cooled 2-stroke single

Bore × Stroke 51 × 49.6mm
Displacement 101.3cm3
Compression Ratio 6:1
Carburettor 16mm piston-valve type
Max. Power Output IT-type 8.8PS/6,500rpm (DGM) (6.5kW/6,500min-1)
SP-type 8.7PS/6,500rpm (ECE) (6.4kW/6,500min-1)
F-type 8.6PS/6,500rpm (ISO) (6.3kW/6,500min-1)
Max. Torque IT-type 0.98kg-m/4,500rpm (DGM) (9.6Nm/4,500min-1)
SP-type 0.98kg-m/4,000rpm (ECE) (9.6Nm/4,000min-1)
F-type 0.96kg-m/4,000rpm (ISO) (9.4Nm/4,000min-1)
Ignition Digital transistorised with electronic advance
Starter Electric/Primary kick
Transmission V-Matic
Dimensions (L×W×H) 1,867 × 698 × 1,091mm
Wheelbase 1,267mm
Seat Height 763mm
Ground Clearance 121mm
Fuel Capacity 6.3 litres
Wheels Front 16 × MT1.60 cast aluminium alloy
Rear 16 × MT1.85 cast aluminium alloy
Tyres Front 2.50–16 42M
Rear 2.75–16 46M
Suspension Front 31mm hydraulic telescopic fork, 71mm axle travel
Rear Unit swing arm, 67mm axle travel
Brakes Front 220mm hydraulic disc with dual-piston calliper and resin mould pads
Rear 110mm leading/trailing drum
Dry Weight 88kg

All specifications are provisional and subject to change without notice.

SH50-100 - 20008 - E