Honda began producing the Dax in 1969 and production stopped in 1981. There were 3 engine sizes, 50cc, 70cc and 90cc. In the USA the model was the CT and in Europe it was the ST. Gearboxes were either a 3 speed auto or a 4 speed manual, depending on model. As with the Z50 model, you could fold the handlebars down to load it into the back of a car or truck. In the UK all models were able to be ridden on the roads, but in some countries they were off road only. In the USA the ST90 was called the Trailsport. As Honda's patents expired in the late 1990's, the Chinese have been quick to produce copies of these bikes at much cheaper prices, however quality issues are common.Saturday 24 May 2008
A brief history in 'Honda Dax' time
Honda began producing the Dax in 1969 and production stopped in 1981. There were 3 engine sizes, 50cc, 70cc and 90cc. In the USA the model was the CT and in Europe it was the ST. Gearboxes were either a 3 speed auto or a 4 speed manual, depending on model. As with the Z50 model, you could fold the handlebars down to load it into the back of a car or truck. In the UK all models were able to be ridden on the roads, but in some countries they were off road only. In the USA the ST90 was called the Trailsport. As Honda's patents expired in the late 1990's, the Chinese have been quick to produce copies of these bikes at much cheaper prices, however quality issues are common.
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Hi - I have a st70 that is red metallic colour -I was told 1974 - no number plate - frame number is ST70 - 14786(then 1 or 4?) does that sound correct -I have a c70 cub engine in it but have not yet registered it - Harry from Hampton
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