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Honda SL175

General moped information

ModelHonda SL175
Year1971
CategoryEnduro / offroad
Rating70.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Rating71.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeTwin, four-stroke
Fuel systemCarburettor. Keihin
Fuel controlOHC
IgnitionPoints and Condensor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchWet plate
Exhaust systemDual steel pipes into single muffler

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeSteel
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight113.0 kg (249.2 pounds)
Overall height1,090 mm (42.9 inches)
Overall length2,024 mm (79.7 inches)
Overall width780 mm (30.7 inches)
Fuel capacity9.08 litres (2.40 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity1.89 litres (0.50 gallons)
Oil capacity1.50 litres (0.10 quarts)

Other specifications

StarterKick
Color optionsLight Ruby Red, Candy Sapphire Blue, and Poppy Yellow Metallic. The gas tank stripes on the yellow bike were black; but on the other two colors they were white. The ´SL175´ side cover emblem was chrome and white.
Modifications compared to previous modelThe 1971 muffler heat shield was chrome with holes instead of slots. The size and style of the gas tank and the seat changed from the previous year.
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