1970 - 1985 Monkey Z-Series milestones

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1970 Z50Z

Quick-detach front suspension to make it fold down even smaller to fit in the trunk of a small car. Centre stand to support the bike during the removal of forks.

1974 Z50J

Rear suspension and independent swing arm. First trapezium fuel tank and block tyres

1978 (Z50J-I)

First model with custom bike style ‘tear drop’ fuel tank with increased capacity of 5L

1979 Honda Z50R

The Honda Z50R began production in 1979 as Honda's answer to the increasing demand for mini dirt bikes to be used on the track, as opposed to their traditional trail bike used more for leisure, such as the Z50A and Z50J. The Z50R quickly evolved into a light-weight mini racing motorcycle until 1999 when it was replaced by the XR50R in 2000.

1979 (Z50J-I)

Chrome plated edition

1984 (Z50J-I)

Limited edition ‘Gold’ model

1985 A-Z50J

First appearance of hand operated clutch

Honda Monkey Z-Series