Tokyo, May 9, 2002 --- Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that the Dio and Dio Deluxe*1 scooters, both equipped with Honda's environment-friendly water-cooled, 4-stroke 50cc engine, will be available in two new colors starting Friday, May 10th.
The 4-stroke Dio and Dio Deluxe, released in March 2001, were developed around the keywords "Clean", "Economical", "Silent", and "Tough". These scooters have won a broad following not only for their environmental performance, but also for their comfortable ride and fuel economy.
This latest release adds two new colors --- Shasta White and Nature Blue Metallic --- to the two colors presently available, giving a total of four color variations in all. The broader selection is being offered to respond more fully to customers' needs.
Further improvements to detail include a combined main key and shutter key, making the Dio and Dio Deluxe even more convenient for everyday use. And, in addition to the anti-theft systems already in place, the new scooters will come pre-wired to accommodate the Alarm Kit and Immobilizer, manufactured by Honda Access (sold separately --- available as of the end of May).
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Dio Deluxe is equipped with front disc brakes and an idle stop system that automatically shuts off the engine when idle. |
Body colors (both Dio and Dio Deluxe): Shasta White (new color); Nature Blue Metallic (new color); Vega Black Metallic (currently available); Clear Silver Metallic (currently available)
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| Dio |
Specifications
| Vehicle Name |
Dio <Dio Deluxe> |
| Vehicle Type |
Honda BA-AF56<BA-AF57> |
| Length x Width x Height (m) |
1.710 x 0.620 x 1.010 |
| Wheelbase (m) |
1.190 |
| Ground Clearance (m) |
0.115 |
| Seat Height (m) |
0.710 |
| Curb Weight (kg) |
76<77> |
| Dry Weight (kg) |
71<72> |
| No. of Riders |
1 |
| Turning Radius (m) |
1.8 |
| Engine Type |
AF55E
(water-cooled, 4-stroke OHC mono-cylinder) |
| Engine Displacement (cm3) |
49 |
| Bore x Stroke (mm) |
38.0 x 44.0 |
| Compression Ratio |
12.0 |
| Maximum Power (kW[PS]/rpm) |
3.7[5.0]/8,000 |
| Maximum Torque (N·m[kg·m]/rpm) |
4.6[0.47]/7,000 |
| Fuel Consumption (km/l) |
75.0 (30km/h constant speed, low altitude) |
| Carburetor Type |
NVK00A |
| Starter |
Self-type (with back-up kick start) |
| Ignition |
CDI, battery-powered |
| Lubrication |
Force-fed and splash |
| Fuel Capacity (l) |
5.0 |
| Clutch |
Dry, multi-plate shoe-type |
| Transmission |
Continuously variable (V-matic) |
| Gear Ratio |
1st Gear |
2.800 to 0.860 |
| Castor Angle/Trail(mm) |
26°30'/72 |
| Tire Size |
Front |
90/90-10 50J |
| Rear |
90/90-10 50J |
| Braking System |
Front |
Mechanical, leading/trailing
<Hydraulic disc> |
| Rear |
Mechanical, leading/trailing |
| Suspension |
Front |
Telescopic-type |
| Rear |
Unit swing-type |
| Frame Construction |
Underbone (aluminum frame) |
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