What was the name of the 1985 Honda Gyro?
For 1985 Honda USA kept the Gyro name but switched the actual model to the exposed frame TG50 (shown left), which was sold under the ‘Road Fox’ name in Japan. For the USA market this scooter received a few minor tweaks and it was named the ‘Gyro S’.
Is the Honda Gyro’s a motor scooter?
The Gyro S did have slightly higher power specs, so Honda likely made a few tweaks. For the most part, the TB08E was a unique engine that wasn’t used in scooters other than the Gyro and thus isn’t very supported by the aftermarket scene.
When did the Honda Gyro nn50 come out?
Over these three years, Honda sold two different members of the Gyro family to Americans. The first Gyro was named simply that, while the second Gyro sold ’85 – ’86 was badged the Gyro S. It was the NN50 version (called the ‘Just’ in Japan) that arrived in North America for 1984 as simply the Gyro (pictured in blue with optional basket).
What’s the parking lock on a Honda Gyro?
The Gyro featured a ‘one touch parking lock mechanism’ to lock the scooter while parked. This lever locked the tilt in one of five positions and it also locked the rear wheels. Accordingly, Honda felt no need to equip this scooter with a centerstand or sidestand.
For 1985 Honda USA kept the Gyro name but switched the actual model to the exposed frame TG50 (shown left), which was sold under the ‘Road Fox’ name in Japan. For the USA market this scooter received a few minor tweaks and it was named the ‘Gyro S’.
Over these three years, Honda sold two different members of the Gyro family to Americans. The first Gyro was named simply that, while the second Gyro sold ’85 – ’86 was badged the Gyro S. It was the NN50 version (called the ‘Just’ in Japan) that arrived in North America for 1984 as simply the Gyro (pictured in blue with optional basket).
What kind of engine does a Honda Gyro have?
Sale pending: 1985 Honda Gyro S TG-50 3 wheel motor scooter with 49cc 2 stroke oil injected air-cooled engine and 2 speed auto transmission. Electric start. These were imported into the US only in 1985 and 1986 and in limited quantities so they’re uncommon and hard to find in this condition. 4,371 original miles.
How much does a yellow Honda Gyro cost?
(The grey Honda PCX 150cc shown in one of the pictures is SOLD)The yellow Gyro is a 1985 50cc with 700 miles. It’s in great shape and has been fully updated/restored. Asking price is $2000.00. You won’t find another Gyro this complete and this nice.T