Honda SH150i scooter to be launched in US

Honda plans to launch the 2010 Honda SH150i scooter in the US, in May 2009, priced at $4,499.

2010 Honda SH150i photo

Honda has said that the stylish SH150i delivers an exceptional blend of new, modern styling, easy operation, plus economical and fun transportation.

The Honda SH150i scooter is powered with a 153cc 4-stroke engine. It comes with Honda’s automatic fuel injection system, and delivers power via the Honda Automatic V-matic transmission.

The company claims that with their new design, the Honda SH150i would cover over 100 miles from the 2-gallon tank.

The Honda SH150i, unlike Vespa, features large 16” wheels, 100/80 front and 120/80 rear tires.

The steel frame comes in conjunction with 33-mm fork, and dual rear shocks. The seat height of the Honda SH150i is 30.9 inches.

Dual disc braking comes via a hydraulic three-piston front caliper pinching a 276-mm rotor to go along with a single-piston rear with a 240mm rotor.

Customers can go for an optional rear box to supplement the under-seat storage area.

The Honda SH150i scooter will be available in Metallic Red and Metallic Black with a one-year factory warranty.

Honda SH150i specifications

Engine - 153cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder

4-stroke

Bore & Stroke - 58mm X 57.8mm

Induction – PGM-FI with automatic enricher circuit

Ignition – Digital Transitorized w/electronic advance

Compression Ratio – 11.0 : 1

Valve Train -  SOHC; two-valve

Transmission – Honda V-Matic belt-converter automatic transmission

Front Suspension – 33mm hydraulic fork; 3.5 in. travel

Rear Suspension – Swingarm w/ dual hydraulic shocks, spring preload adjustability; 3.3 in. travel

Front Brake – Single 276mm disc w/CBS 3-piston caliper

Rear Brake – Single 240mm disc w/CBS single-piston caliper

Front Tire – 100/80-16

Rear Tire - 120/80-16

Wheelbase - 52.5 in.

Seat Height - 30.9 in.

Curb Weight - 297 lbs

Fuel Capacity - 1.8 gal., including .5-gal. reserve

Colors - Metallic Red, Metallic Black