Honda Benly SL90 1969-1970

Information About 1979-1970 Honda Benly SL90 Specs & Photos - Classic Lightweight Motosport Machine

Picture of The Honda Benly SL90 Model Year 1969.
〈ホンダベンリィSL90〉. Body Color: Blue.
Release date: 1969-08-01.

Honda Benly SL90 was a full of wildness sports scrambler with 4-cycle OHC engine that is perfect for motocross sports that dynamically run on rough roads such as mountainous wilderness, sandy areas, and rocky areas. Featuring a highly rigid double clay frame and large diameter tires, high ground clearance and long stroke cushions.

New release of Wild Scrambler with a different image of a sports motorcycle! .
1969 Honda Benly SL90

A sports scrambler that runs freely on all kinds of off-the-roads has finally been born on 1969-08-01. The low center of gravity and high cooling efficiency of the engine is toughness itself, the highly rigid double cradle frame and large diameter tires that can withstand rough roads, high ground clearance and long stroke cushions, powerful brakes, etc., a wild world. A motorcycle that runs exhilaratingly, that is the newly released Honda Benly SL90.

◎Honda's 4-cycle OHC engine, the best in the world

• Maximum output: 8 horsepower, hill-climbing power: 20 degrees, maximum speed: 95 km/h, CL90-based engine obtains flat torque with a particularly efficient handling exhaust system, demonstrating tenacious yet stable driving performance. To do.
• The cam chain tensioner uses an oil damper and is automatically adjusted by a spring. Lubrication forces the oil to be double-filtered to keep the engine running smoothly and withstanding long periods of abuse.
• Handle levers and clutches that operate lightly and nimbly to match hard scrambles, and a 4-speed forward/return type transmission.

◎ Body mechanism for running in the wilderness

• The main body of the frame is a double cradle type made of steel pipes, and the head pipe part in particular adopts a solid triple down tube structure.
• The front wheel suspension is a telescopic oil damper type, and the bottom case is made of aluminum alloy. The rear wheel suspension is a swing arm type, with a steel pipe rear fork and a manually adjustable chain guide to prevent dangerous chain detachment. Both the front and rear cushions have a long stroke for a comfortable ride in the mountain wilderness.
• Tires are 2.75-19 for the front wheels and 3.25-17 for the rear wheels. In this class, combined with the super-large size, proper alignment of the vehicle body, and powerful brakes, the handling stability is even better.
• Unique up-style muffler with high safety, thick soft seat that fits perfectly to the body, high front and rear fenders and ground clearance, large number bracket that prevents splashes of muddy water, wild that captures the hearts of young riders It's a tank of touch, and has all the mechanics to take you through the wilds to your heart's content.

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A Wild And Challenging Style! A Mechanism That Hides Intense Power
1970 Honda Benly SL90!

Honda Benly SL90 Photo in New Condition. Model Year: 1970.
Body Colour: Green.
Release date: 1970-05-01.

The Honda SL90, which cut the top of the Honda SL series and was well received as a full-fledged motosport motorcycle, has improved its performance with his new engine, and has been redesigned into a wild style, giving it a stronger and more intense personality. Reborn as a new model.

1970 Honda Benly SL90 Main Features

• Body design with a new sensation that makes dynamic motocross riding stand out
• Equipped with a newly designed high-performance 9-horsepower engine
• Employment of a 5-speed transmission that fully demonstrates engine performance and an easy-to-handle Brimley kick
• Lightweight and highly rigid double cradle type pipe frame
• Riding safety has been further improved, such as the seat position that matches the appropriate handle shape, and it demonstrates outstanding power for rough road riding.

The birth of theHonda Sports Machine 90 Trio, consisting of the CB90 and CS90, along with the new SL90, will further enrich the enjoyment of healthy and masculine motorsports.

1970 Honda SL90 Engine: Maximum output 9 horsepower, 5-stage transmission, with primary kick

4 cycle OHC 89cc, maximum output 9 horsepower, maximum torque 0.75kg-m, compression ratio 9.5, it is a high performance that stands out in this class. It is a full-fledged off-the-road machine that exhibits smooth, tenacious, and stable power under any harsh conditions, and dynamically demonstrates its true potential through a 5-stage transmission when attacking the wilderness.

Body design that always leads the times with a new sensation

• The double cradle type pipe frame has a strong frame rigidity comparable to that of a big machine, and can withstand severe motosports.
• The front wheel is a telescopic oil damper type, the bottom case is made of luxurious aluminum alloy, and the rear wheel is a swing arm steel pipe type. Combined with the tires and up fenders, it demonstrates outstanding off-road performance.
• Thorough pursuit of the riding position, such as the correct handlebar position, Y-shaped tank and low seat, created a novel design that perfectly matched the dynamic scramble driving, and it is an ergonomic design that directly leads to safety. . Adopting vivid coloring, pure white stripes symbolize the dynamism of running through the wilderness.

Recent status of motorcycles

• The total production volume of two-wheeled vehicles since our founding exceeded 13 million units. 13,281,006 units…(Total production as of the end of March 1945) This is the world's highest production output by a single company.
• The recent demand for our products has been extremely strong both in Japan and overseas. 104.5% compared to the same period) Furthermore, production in April is planned to reach a record high of 160,000 units.
• In terms of exports as well, exports from January to March this year were 278,087 units (105.7% compared to the same period last year). This year's exports are expected to reach record highs.

60s Motorcycle Production Trends

	Gross production	Internal export production	Gross industry production
40 years	1,465,762	597,294	2,176,855
41 years	1,422,949	558,084	2,413,388
42 years	1,276,203	602,533	2,207,163
43 years	1,349,896	818,685	2,234,048
44 years	1,534,882	851,237	2,568,405
January to March 1944	390,184	262,885
January-March 1945	407,714	278,087

○Overseas, especially in Europe and the United States, motorcycles are popular

(1) As a major means of transportation for commuting to school or work
(2) Off-road use at the destination in a camper or trailer
(3) Young people who can directly prevent delinquency (4) Regardless of age or gender, large-displacement vehicles can be driven on public roads in an orderly fashion, just like a four-wheeled vehicle. and other trends are seen.

1970 Honda Benly SL90 Dimmension.
Appearance of four-sided view

Honda SL90 Price

• Price of Honda Benly SL90 model year 1969
  Nationwide standard cash net price: ¥89,000.
  Release date: August 1, 1969.
  Production plan: 6,000 units per month for the time being
• Price of Honda Benly SL90 model year 1970
  National Standard Cash Net Price : ¥93,000.
  Release date : May 1, 1970.
  Planned monthly production of 6,500 units [Including exports]

1970 Honda Benly SL90 Specifications

Here is the standard specs of Honda Benly SL90 model year 1970 for your restoration project refferences.

dimension m	total length		1.915
	Width		0.810
	Height		1.090
	wheel distance		1.255
	Ground clearance		0.195
Weight kg	Vehicle weight		96
	Capacity (person)		2
Performance	Max speed (km/h)		95
	Paved flat road fuel efficiency (km/L)		80(30km/h)
	Slope ability		0.46
	Minimum turning radius (m)		1.9
	Braking and stopping distance (m)		14 (initial speed 50km/h)
Motor	Cooling method and cycle		Air cooling 4 cycles
	Number and arrangement of cylinders		15° forward tilt 1 cylinder
	Valve arrangement		Overhead camshaft type
	Combustion chamber shape		Hemispherical
	Total Displacement (L)		0.089
	Inner Diameter x Stroke (mm)		48×49.5
	Compression Ratio		9.5
	Compression pressure (kg/cm2)		12/1,000
	Max output (PS/rpm)		9.0/9,500
	Max torque (kg-m/rpm)		0.75/7,000
	Starting method		Kick method
	Ignition method		Battery ignition
	Vaporizer	Type and number	1 PW20
	Air purifier model		Dry type (urethane foam)
	Fuel tank capacity (L)		7.5
	Lubrication method		Pumping method
	Lubricant capacity (L)		1.0
	Battery	Type and number	6N 6-3B-1 piece
		Voltage Capacity	6V-6AH
Power transmission	Mechanism from engine to transmission		Gears
	Same reduction ratio		4.055
	Clutch model		Wet multi-plate
	Transmission	Type	Constant mesh
		How to operate	Left foot movement
		1st gear ratio	2.500
		2nd speed	1.722
		3rd speed	1.333
		4th speed	1.083
		5 speed	0.923
	Mechanism from transmission to rear axle		Chain
	Same reduction ratio		3.285
Steering system		Steering angle degree	Both left and right 45
running gear	casters		61°25′
	Trail (m)		0.095
	Tire size	Front	2.75-19(4PR)
		Rear	3.25-17(4PR)
Brake	Brake type model	Front	Internal expansion expression
		Rear	Internal expansion expression
	Operation method	Front	Right manual
		Rear	Right Foot Movement
	Suspension system	Front	Telescopic
		Rear	Swing arm type
	Buffer type	Front	Hydraulic
		Rear	Hydraulic
Frame Format			Double Cradle
Lights	Headlights	V-W	6-25 25
	Taillight	V-W(Color)	6-3(Red)
		Combined light	Number light 6V-3W (white)
	Stoplight	V-W (Color)	6-10 (Red)
	Direction indicator	Type format	Electromagnetic hot wire
		V-W(Color)	6-8(Orange)
Instruments, etc.	Harmonic type		Electric flat type
	Speedometer type		Overflow type
	Rear reflector	Model	RR30 (tail light included)