Honestly I'd love to see a return to this sort of ad for motorcycles. It's a much nicer way to present motorcycling. As a fun and joyful way to get from a to b. Instead of the modern "*intense music* performance... *Quick flyby at high roms* power... *Hard rev followed by silence* " modern ads tend to be so aggressive and sure some people are like that but, I don't really know anyone like that all my friends ride for the fun not to be a douche.
Simply better times if you ask me. I dont need all of that glow and tech of today. I play cards, enjoy talking to people and humbly ride a 500cc bike around town. All I ever wanted. All I need till my time is up.
A 305 Honda was pretty fast. I reckon it could have outpaced a 1200cc Harley. The CB450 that came out around 1966 was very fast. I rode one around 1967. It was IMO faster than a 650cc Triumph Boneville - far more smooth and sophisticated. It looked beautiful and had an electric start, electric indicators and the like. The Bonneville, sadly, looked drab and uninteresting, next to the Honda. I say sadly, because I'm British and, at the time I could see how the British motorcycle industry's days were numbered. The Japanese bikes were, prettier, more reliable, faster, had more features. The only thing that the British bikes had over the Japanese bikes was that they cornered better. This only persisted into the early 70s - then the Japanese bikes had the roadholding sorted. The British and US bike industry relied on their name and rather antiquated technology. I used to ride Nortons. They were raw, fun, classical - and _dreadfully_ unreliable. The Hondas that I owned never, ever went wrong. It was like, suddenly, we didn't have to be at the repairer's shop every month. Apart from servicing, I don't think there ever was need to visit the dealer for a breakdown or malfunction. I swore off British bikes when a faulty weld for the front brake cable, on my Norton, failed and caused me to have a crash. I realised I was putting my life on the line for an undeserving industry. (For them, nearly good enough was good enough and that wasn't good enough.....)
Bought my Honda Wave 110i last year in April and made more than 8000mls until today. Love the semi-automatic 4 speed. Makes about 120 miles to the Gallon. Top Speed about 60-70 miles depending on the wind. Only one little "accident" happened: a flat rear tire! Would always buy that bike again!
@@Armorpiercer because it's not exactly a moped. Mopeds have more smaller engines, usually under 100cc and are pretty much bikes with engines. A wave 110 is classified as a motor driven cycle (in US). Mopeds by etymology is a motorised bicycle.
Also: What the hell does the boy give to the girl as he's riding off on the back of his mom's Honda? Is that a sausage?? He scowls at her in the morning and gives her a sausage at night? My god, the symbolism...
Yep. That was back when gasoline was all gasoline (ethanol cuts mileage) and that's a light bike running a 49cc engine with no smog control junk. That's less than 4 times the mileage of a Prius, after all.
I’ve ridden a moped down Lombard Street several times. Not that easy! Hahaha. Would have loved to see a cutaway to the valet hanging a wheelie past their outdoor table!
These commercials illustrate so cleanly why Harley-Davidson is dying. people want to have fun on motorcycles and not everyone is a fat boomer with $30,000 to burn
Repressive XD oh no you are being forced to protect yourself from a head injury how will you ever live with this police state ruling you entire existence. XD
This is the most wholesome ad I’ve ever seen
Honestly I'd love to see a return to this sort of ad for motorcycles. It's a much nicer way to present motorcycling. As a fun and joyful way to get from a to b. Instead of the modern "*intense music* performance... *Quick flyby at high roms* power... *Hard rev followed by silence* " modern ads tend to be so aggressive and sure some people are like that but, I don't really know anyone like that all my friends ride for the fun not to be a douche.
It did a lot to change the image of motorcycles in general. From "Rebel Without a Cause" to "Beach Blanket Bingo."
i lost it when he stopped on a dime literally.
and he actually picked the dime up! Back then you could get a couple of full-size Hershey bars for a dime.
With sixties drum brakes? I doubt it!
@@Nooziterp1 they are very good drum brakes, and this thing doesn’t weigh much
Simply better times if you ask me.
I dont need all of that glow and tech of today. I play cards, enjoy talking to people and humbly ride a 500cc bike around town.
All I ever wanted. All I need till my time is up.
@@xemirov9298 you can even go simpler with a 100cc bike. I don't have much problem with my Honda and I travel from a rural area to my university.
I want to live in that world. People had integrity. The woman weren't wore out cheap used up garbage. Morals and motorbikes equal prosperity.
As a motorcyclist these are definitely some of the most iconic adverts ever made, even if they make me chuckle.
for anyone wondering when this was from, it is around 1963 when honda super cub was first introduced in the US.
8:56 Back then, 305cc was the imposing big bike. How times have changed.
A 305 Honda was pretty fast. I reckon it could have outpaced a 1200cc Harley. The CB450 that came out around 1966 was very fast. I rode one around 1967. It was IMO faster than a 650cc Triumph Boneville - far more smooth and sophisticated. It looked beautiful and had an electric start, electric indicators and the like. The Bonneville, sadly, looked drab and uninteresting, next to the Honda. I say sadly, because I'm British and, at the time I could see how the British motorcycle industry's days were numbered. The Japanese bikes were, prettier, more reliable, faster, had more features. The only thing that the British bikes had over the Japanese bikes was that they cornered better. This only persisted into the early 70s - then the Japanese bikes had the roadholding sorted. The British and US bike industry relied on their name and rather antiquated technology. I used to ride Nortons. They were raw, fun, classical - and _dreadfully_ unreliable. The Hondas that I owned never, ever went wrong. It was like, suddenly, we didn't have to be at the repairer's shop every month. Apart from servicing, I don't think there ever was need to visit the dealer for a breakdown or malfunction. I swore off British bikes when a faulty weld for the front brake cable, on my Norton, failed and caused me to have a crash. I realised I was putting my life on the line for an undeserving industry. (For them, nearly good enough was good enough and that wasn't good enough.....)
then the 1980s came along and said revv up those 300s we need 16k rpm
When Harley was marketing tough Honda took a path that proved itself to the next generation
Honda has made the greatest impression on motorcycling of any brand ever manufactured !
the Origin of HONDA SPIRIT
thanks for upload!!
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I remember these ads on TV when I was a little kid. They spent some money on them (William Conrad voiceovers weren't cheap!).
Love how nobody is wearing a helmet. Especially the women in skirts. Daredevils!
The cop at 5:05 is, even though he isn't riding anything.
Bought my Honda Wave 110i last year in April and made more than 8000mls until today. Love the semi-automatic 4 speed. Makes about 120 miles to the Gallon. Top Speed about 60-70 miles depending on the wind. Only one little "accident" happened: a flat rear tire! Would always buy that bike again!
DO IT!
(go 125i this time, it is somehow fast for moped standard)
This yest i turn 8 with my yamaha 110, those engines are bulletproft
@@Armorpiercer because it's not exactly a moped. Mopeds have more smaller engines, usually under 100cc and are pretty much bikes with engines. A wave 110 is classified as a motor driven cycle (in US). Mopeds by etymology is a motorised bicycle.
The Super Cub anime has now ended so here I am, rewatching this video, wishing for a second season.
Gokuma is the best girl
I just bought a CT125 you do meet the nicest people riding one, sometimes they're NOT riding a honda!
4:17 ... some people will think this guy record his trip using GoPro in 1960's.... ha ha, time traveler.... :-D
Forget the massive harley Davidson those bikes must have been so fun to ride and really practical
Makes me wanna get a Honda. But I already have 2
Awesome! Thanks for sharing Hayden.
Back in the “Mad Men” days of television advertising, where the assumption was the most trustworthy sales person was a middle-aged male voice
cool video. thanks for uploading
Outstanding
Have seen this few times. Liking the old scene...
When the guy pays for his measly one gallon of gas, he was only paying about 20 or 30 cents!
+hebneh I can remember filling my Trail 70 for 50 cents!
The very first gallon of gas that I bought for my 1968 C90 cost me 11.9 cents.
Also: What the hell does the boy give to the girl as he's riding off on the back of his mom's Honda? Is that a sausage?? He scowls at her in the morning and gives her a sausage at night? My god, the symbolism...
Check out the SF G Gate toll 25 cents
Have you ever come across one of the "built like a watch that's made to last a hundred years" ads?
Magic!
awesome
Check out William Conrad (TV detective Frank Cannon) giving a "dramatic" voice-over and description on the last Black and white version shown.
He was also the narrator for "Rocky and Bullwinkle."
0:45 ... did he just say 200 miles to the gallon?
Yep. Give or take a little.
It's a Honda what did you expect there built like tanks
Closer to 80 mpg. I know, I have one since 1973.
Yep. That was back when gasoline was all gasoline (ethanol cuts mileage) and that's a light bike running a 49cc engine with no smog control junk. That's less than 4 times the mileage of a Prius, after all.
Do they care back then?
I noticed no other traffic on the road,.......they'd be run over with today's cagers!
02:37 - The original “B” rider!🤣🤣
I’ve ridden a moped down Lombard Street several times. Not that easy! Hahaha. Would have loved to see a cutaway to the valet hanging a wheelie past their outdoor table!
I was sold before the end of the first commercial. Can I get it at the 1950s price? I'm a great investment.
The crane shot at 02:10 is legitimately epic - I wonder where it is?
You meet the meanest people on a Honda
Anyone know which bike is at 3:08? Been looking for days
Honda sport 90
Wave 100 (carbureted engine) lived 13 years without engine overhaul (it still needs one, don't do it)
These commercials illustrate so cleanly why Harley-Davidson is dying. people want to have fun on motorcycles and not everyone is a fat boomer with $30,000 to burn
And on that day, Harley Davidson's death was marked. Until they cried to Reagan. Then they built glass palaces to sell t-shirts.
The most effective advertising campaign in the history of motorcycles.
What's the motorcycle at @3:19
Honda S-90 ..probably a red one :) if it was in color.
Does anyone know what a Honda 50 cost in the early 60s?
About $275.00
if you must have 4 wheels.. how bout n other HONDA! MEEEMEEPOTENTIAL!!! @
Yammie Noob
put on a helmet and gloves, you want to keep your head and hands
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2:26 :-/
2:30 :D
the unspoken subtext: "for people who can't afford a car"...
Who is here because of the anime; Super Cub?
Koguma ❤️
This is the most unpatriotic thing I've ever seen.
Says the guy whose username is Land cruiser!?
I found the Harley-Davidson Rider! Why don't you get back on your big mobility scooter and go home
Adam Wong LOL. This is why harleys are dying. I want a motorcycle for cheap, not 30 grand.
>>--------------------------------> No repressive helmet laws in SF then ...and no fat people!
no fat people in commurcials nowdays either
xD
Repressive XD oh no you are being forced to protect yourself from a head injury how will you ever live with this police state ruling you entire existence. XD
Honda 50, worst motorcycle I've ever ridden!
Don't compare the supercub to a motorcycle, compare it to a bike with a motor strapped onto it. Then it makes more sense.
@@ajorsomething4935 you can call it anything you like it was still horrible to ride 😁