" Looking like a cross between a mobility scooter, a Sinclair C5 and a JD Bug, the Honda Zook (otherwise known as the MS50L) looked like a deathtrap, and must have ridden like one. Released in 1990, it came with a "
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The Honda Motra
![Motra_3 Motra_3](https://www.adrianflux.co.uk/influx/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Motra_3.jpg)
Is it just me, or does the idea of going hang gliding equipped with only a rugged little bike like the Honda Motra seem strangely appealing? Produced just between the years of 1982-1983, the cool little tough roader was amazingly ahead of its time.
![Motra_1 Motra_1](https://www.adrianflux.co.uk/influx/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Motra_1.jpg)
The fact that Honda resurrected the form in 2004 with the PS250 Zoomer is testament to the designers’ forward thinking. Shame that the Motra only came with a 50 or a 70 cc engine, and none were officially exported. Taking a cue from off road cars of the time, the three speed gearbox was equipped with a second, low ratiostage, so true backcountry action could be achieved.
![Motra_2 Motra_2](https://www.adrianflux.co.uk/influx/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Motra_2.jpg)
If Jackie Chan was to go camping in an oil crisis, this would be his ride of choice. You wouldn’t want to play American football with them, however.
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Wow. What a cool little thing. Thanks for the interesting graphics too!
My dad imported one of these when I was a kid. It was the first thing I ever rode in anger. Love them. Great images.
i want one !