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Piaggio Zip 50 parts on Amazon….
The Zip Cat 50cc was a 4bhp, 2 stroke scooter released in January 2001 in the UK by Piaggio. The Zip Cat was a variation of the Zip 2000 with basically the same features and styling.
The Zip 50 Cat had a catalytic converter on the exhaust system and the word ‘Catalyst’ just under the word ‘Zip’ on the badges either side of the tail panel!
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Looking for spares? Gilera DNA parts on Amazon….
Introduced into the UK in July 2000, the Gilera 50cc DNA was a ground breaking hybrid of a motorbike and a scooter. The DNA 50 featured larger (14 inch) wheels and front forks and body layout similar to a motorbike, whilst using a twist and go engine, automatic transmission and drive from a scooter.
The DNA 50cc proved massively popular with younger riders and although it was restricted to 30mph (as per UK law!), it was fairly easy to de restrict and unrestricted 50cc models could (supposedly!) get up to 60mph!
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The Honda SGX 50 Sky was a budget, step through, 2 stroke, 49cc scooter/moped hybrid with 16 inch wheels sold in the UK March 1997 and May 2003.
The SGX50 Sky was available in 3 different styles, a basic model, a ‘Deluxe’ model with chrome plating on the headlight, tail light, indicators and rear carrier rack and a ‘Fun’ model with semi transparent bodywork.
Although the SGX50 Sky was popular for a short while in the UK, it proved very popular in Southern Europe because of it’s simple styling and ‘easy to use’ features.
The SGX 50 was, at one point, considered as a likely replacement for the Honda C90 Cub.
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Looking for XJ600 parts? Buy 600 Diversion spares on Amazon…
Yamaha XJ 600 S Diversion spares…
The Yamaha XJ600S Diversion was a basic half faired sports touring/commuter bike manufactured by Yamaha between January 1992 and January 2004 (in the UK).
The XJ 600 Diversion was also available in Europe, Australia and the USA (although it was known as the ‘Seca II’ in North America and Australia).
The XJ600S Diversion was a half faired version (aka 4BR model) released between 1992 and 2004, the XJ600N Diversion (aka 4KE model) was a naked version of the bike (with no front fairing) released between 1995 and 2004.
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Kawasaki ZXR750 parts on Amazon….
The Kawasaki ZXR 750 J (J1 and J2 models) was a 749cc sports bike released in the UK between January 1991 and November 1992.
The ZXR750 J was an updated version of the Kawasaki ZXR750 H1 and H2 models and featured 43mm upside down (USD) forks, lighter, diamond section alloy chassis, new short stroke engine and 38mm CVKD carbs (aka constant velocity carb).
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The Yamaha SR250 SE was a commuter style 4 stroke motorcycle manufactured between 1980 and 1985 (ish!). With styling taken from the Yam SR500
The SR250 was available in other countries and was called the SR250 Exciter
The SR250SE proved to be (and still is) a popular and reliable commuter bike. Continue reading
Used parts available from a Honda NSR 125R Alcast (JC20)…….
Bike manufacturer: Honda
Bike model: NSR 125 R Alcast
Honda model code: JC20
Years (in the UK): 1990 to 1992
Frame number: Started – JC20-0—–
Dates, models and updates:
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More used parts now available from a Piaggio-Vespa ET4 125cc scooter…….
Bike model: Piaggio/Vespa ET4
Years (in the UK): 1996 to 2005
Frame number: Started – ZAPM04000—–
Chassis/Frame
Frame: Pressed steel monocoque chassis
Engine
Engine type: 4 stroke, single cylinder, SOHC (Single Over Head Camshaft) LEADER type engine (Low Emissions Advanced Engine Range)
Engine power: 14.6 bhp
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2001 Suzuki SMX 50 Supermoto parts…
Bike model: Suzuki SMX 50 Supermotard
Manufacturer: Suzuki Spain (Suzuki Motor Espana)
Years (in the UK): Available as a Grey Import only. The SMX50 was never an official bike in the UK although a few have been imported into the UK over the years.
Manufactured years: 1999 till ermmmm, we don’t know!
Frame number: Started – VTTSA12A0—— Continue reading
