MANILA, Philippines - Honda Philippines, Inc. (HPI) recently announced the release of the new Honda Scoopy, a beautifully designed scooter motorcycle that is poised to give high-street cruising a stylish new look.
Powered by a clean, quiet, and efficient 4-stroke 110cc engine, with rounded bodywork and bold, high-quality finish, the new Scoopy is being introduced by Honda in recognition of an increasingly diverse motorcycle community, one that demands a safe, secure, and comfortable ride ideal in any urban environment.
Because not all users are hardcore riders, the Scoopy brings a fusion of class and elegance to the market, and illustrates the great diversity in styles of machinery that Honda is pushing for the community. It is designed as one of the most accessible and practical motorcycles for those living and working in the city.
Along with new Honda Philippines brand ambassadors music icon, Ramon “RJ” Jacinto and supermodel, Patricia Grandidge, formally unveiled the Honda Scoopy at an all-day launch event at the Bonifacio High Street in Fort Bonifacio Global City, Taguig. The new scooter comes in a wide, dreamy range of colors, including pearl metalloid white, pearl angel yellow, cheerful pink metallic, candy rose red, and asteroid black metallic.
Lightweight, compact, and polished with trend-setting design elements such as a sturdy aluminum chassis, an elegant, ergonomic platform, and spacious underseat storage, the 91-kg. Scoopy is also equipped with value-driven performance features that make it more than just a fashion scooter. Built to reflect Honda’s world-class standards, the scooter strikes the balance between form and functionality.
Its environment-friendly air-cooled engine – with an optimized 50 mm bore and 55 mm stroke – delivers enhanced fuel economy and quiet operation, perfect for maneuvering around town in the greenest and most efficient way possible. This engine, moreover, is connected to the smooth and spirited Honda V-belt transmission train, which requires virtually no maintenance.
The Honda Scoopy is also designed to provide unparalleled ease of use, superior handling, and an incredibly secure feel. Spacious legroom and stable dual Pillion steps provide extra comfort to riders and back riders alike. A combination of well-designed headlights and tail light, meanwhile, enhances the motorcycle’s visibility on the road, and lets users shine through even in dim riding conditions. The new Honda Scoopy also includes a functional parking brake lock – designed to make handling easy and safe when mounting its stand to park – as well as an auto side stand switch, which automatically stops the engine to avoid accidental acceleration while the Scoopy is being parked.
A simplified electric/kick starter system and cutting-edge luminous ignition key shutter enable riders to set out on the road in an effortless instant, while a highly reliable brake system, delivers enhanced levels of safety and rider confidence.
The arrival of Honda’s captivating scooter can only be met with joy by those looking for the perfect city ride, one that’s lightweight, agile, economical, and safe. Indeed, with the new Honda Scoopy, the scooter riding community can now live the high-street lifestyle.
For more information on the new Honda Scoopy, go to www.hondaph.com, or visit your nearest Honda dealer today.