1992
Honda Giorno
The Honda Giorno is Japan's chicest urban scooter — its circular headlamp, curved bodywork, and pastel colour palette were directly inspired by the Vespa. Honda launched it to capture female urban riders in Japan, and it became a cultural symbol. The Giorno's 49cc 4-stroke engine (rare in Japan where 2-strokes dominated) gave it a cleaner image.
Retro Scooter (Japan)
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 49cc OHC single (fuel-injected) |
| Horsepower | 3.4 hp |
| Torque | 3.7 Nm |
| Transmission | CVT |
| Top Speed | 60 km/h |
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| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Curb Weight | 68 kg |
| MSRP Range | ¥148,500 (new, Japan) |