Honda CL100

The Honda CL100 was a four stroke single cylinder overhead cam motorcycle made by Honda, and sold in the US from 1970 to 1973. The CL designation indicated this model to be the "Scrambler" or dual sport version.[1]

Honda CL100
1973 CL100S
ManufacturerHonda
Production1970–1973
Engine99 cc (6.0 cu in) four-stroke, single
Ignition typeKick start
Transmission5-speed chain drive manual
BrakesFront drum / Rear drum

Specifications and features

The machine had a high mount chrome exhaust with heat-shield, a 6-volt electrical system and instrumentation consisted of a speedometer with neutral indicator, high-beam warning, and odometer.

Performance

The 99 cc (6.0 cu in) engine produced 11.5 HP according to Honda. This was sufficient to propel the bike with a small rider to about 55 mph (89 km/h).The CL100 was also available in a model designated CL100S (1971–1973), which had a governor to reduce power to 5 HP to meet some state restrictions for younger operators. In this mode, top speed was about 50 mph.[2]

References

  1. "1970 Honda SL 100". www.motorcyclespecs.co.za. Retrieved 2023-07-21.
  2. "Full performance review of 1970 Honda CL100 Scrambler offered since early-year 1970". www.motorbikecatalog.com. Retrieved 2023-07-21.
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