2008 Honda Metropolitan®

Additional Features

• Well-padded seat boasts a low 28.3-inch seat height for added confidence at stops.
• Underseat storage compartment with 22-liter capacity holds groceries or even a full-face helmet.
• Instrumentation includes analog speedometer, odometer, analog fuel gauge and indicator lights for coolant temperature and low / high beams.
• Audible turn-signal indicator.
• Parking brake.
• Key-operated ignition lock has an integrated trunk-release switch.
• By pushing in the key, the rider can easily unlock the spacious storage compartment under the main seat.
• Centerstand locking lever located inside the underseat storage compartment discourages unauthorized use.
• Convenient rear hand grip.
• Helmet holder locks helmet in place under the seat.
• Shopping-bag holder.
• Backup kickstarter.
• Twin-filament headlight with 35-watt low / high beam provides ample nighttime illumination.
• Maintenance-free battery.
• Fuel-cap design allows easy removal.

Chassis / Suspension

• Two-piece, die-cast aluminum chassis provides an optimum balance of light weight and rigidity for excellent handling.
• Twin-downtube fork provides 1.9 inches of plush travel for a well-controlled ride.
• Single-side aluminum swingarm with single-shock rear suspension has 2.6 inches of travel for a compliant, comfortable ride.
• Front and rear drum brakes offer predictable, powerful stopping power.
• The Metropolitan's CBS brakes provide added control when slowing or stopping.
• High-grip, long-lasting tires.

Engine / Drivetrain

• Solid-state ECU provides control for ignition timing, alternator regulator, ACG / starter, electric fuel pump and automatic choke.
• Lightweight, maintenance-free, magnetically driven water pump eliminates the need for mechanical seals.
• Compact engine-mounted radiator has aluminum fins for optimal cooling in all riding conditions.
• Electromagnetic fuel pump is located in the fuel tank under the Metropolitan's floor and contributes to the excellent storage space under the seat.
• Automatic cam-chain tensioner requires virtually no maintenance.
• Ultra-quiet exhaust system.
• Automatic Honda V-matic belt-drive transmission provides spirited acceleration and requires virtually no maintenance.
• Lightweight 49 cubic centimeter four-stroke OHC liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine provides ample power for in-town riding.
• Fuel-sipping constant-velocity (CV) carburetor with automatic choke.
• Maintenance-free solid-state CD ignition system.
• Starter system utilizes the engine's brushless alternator (ACG) for starting, eliminating the need for a separate starter motor.
• This simple design requires no maintenance and further reduces overall weight for even better fuel economy.

New for 2008

• New Ocean, Monza and Gothic colors join Ruby.
• Monza and Gothic colors include chrome mirrors, a chrome muffler cover, 3-D chrome emblems, black wheels, black belt cover, and two-tone custom seat.

Unique Features

• Efficient four-stroke engine uses substantially less fuel and significantly reduces exhaust emissions over a comparable two-stroke engine.
• Automatic Honda V-matic transmission allows speeds up to 40 miles per hour.
• Combined Braking System (CBS) provides excellent stopping power.
• Lightweight and sturdy aluminum chassis contributes to the Metropolitan's maneuverability and excellent fuel economy.
• Lockable underseat compartment provides nearly 22 liters of storage capacity.
• Lockable centerstand deters unauthorized use.