Those 50cc Monkeys were quite common in Finland back in the 70's, 80's and 90's, as you could ride them without a license when you turned 15. The frame was even smaller though, as there was a maximum weight limit on mopeds and the engine was quite heavy.
I had the original 50cc Honda mini trail bike while still living in the Philippines in the mid 70s. It was duly licensed and I rode it around the city and also did mild off road adventures. Even with its small tires, I had a lot of fun crossing shallow mountain streams. Best fun years of my life.
Really cool comparison. I purchased a trail 125 and love it. Really wanted my girl to get into riding bikes. I noticed my neighbor was a bike collector looking to downsize his collection. He ended up selling us a clone of the old mini trail for pretty much nothing. Great for getting my girl comfortable on two wheels 👍
I had a MiniTrail *identical* to that one in my formative years. It was my first bike and part of the reason why I love Hondas. The campaign at the time was "From mighty to mini -- Honda has it all." I gradually leveled-up to an XL350R, and Pacific Coast 800, and my current bike, the Valkyrie 1520.
My parents bought a Monkey during the early 70s petrol crisis (UK). I played with it in the garden and later when I had my provisional licence rode it stoned and drunk around town with my girlfriend on the back. Amazing bike.
@@TFLbike Do it. Content is more interesting if the vehicles are in motion. lol Otherwise one might as well be showing off models on a table. 🤪 There are other channels for that. We come here to see things in motion.
MSRP is now over $5,300 and after fees, shipping, dealer prep they are out the door $6,500+ I know, bought one 6/13/2023 so please do not delude anyone they can pick one up new for $4,000.
Interesting note. When/if the market corrects itself, then it’s possible the true monkey that Kase owns could conceivably be worth more than the depreciated value of the new Monkey 125. The 50cc version wasn’t actually called a Monkey by Honda,it just earned that nickname. The new Monkey is a Monkey by Honda naming it. I think the new Monkey is a very reasonable imitation and a good bike! I have never owned either, but have had a couple of Yamaha Trail 200s. Another small bike that punches way out of its weight class. It’s a fun market to play in and own a part of. The Grom is another Mini moto that had defined it’s market. I have ridden the Grom and enjoyed every moment! Very fun stuff!!! Well purchased by both of ya, but I must admit I prefer the original 50CC “monkey” vs the new Monkey. To each their own, for sure.
FYI The supreme court has ruled... Any American 14 yrs old and older can drive almost anything they want on any public road they want. No Plates, tabs, registration, driver's license or insurance required. Unless engaged in commerce. Traffic law's apply to vehicles engaged in commerce only. Federal law is all that is needed but, you may find it right in your states law's as well. Law enforcement has no right to identify you or your private property while traveling. You can also hide your VIN number. You do not have the right to endanger your fellow Americans or damage public property. Other than that... have fun. Police cannot stop you or charge you with a crime for watching people race etc. You can stop on the side of any road any time you want. Cheers
Romanticism and nostalgia rode onto a song and dance a petite nibbling sensation as a smidgen emittance the stack rose. Me of humble beginnings nor my family could ever obtain such extravagant pleasures as ever today. I am looking and find wealthy owners the Joneses and such indeed do have. Why this disparity? Why not do we not have these things? I think some have they opportunity too experience and learn of value in these pleasures. I can only romance the very thought. ✌️♥️👍
Those 50cc Monkeys were quite common in Finland back in the 70's, 80's and 90's, as you could ride them without a license when you turned 15. The frame was even smaller though, as there was a maximum weight limit on mopeds and the engine was quite heavy.
true and 125cc was named gorilla also
I had the original 50cc Honda mini trail bike while still living in the Philippines in the mid 70s.
It was duly licensed and I rode it around the city and also did mild off road adventures.
Even with its small tires, I had a lot of fun crossing shallow mountain streams. Best fun years of my life.
There still is plenty of monkeys here in finland though most of them are chinese copies
i still ride a honda monkey z50j and its amazing
Really cool comparison. I purchased a trail 125 and love it. Really wanted my girl to get into riding bikes. I noticed my neighbor was a bike collector looking to downsize his collection. He ended up selling us a clone of the old mini trail for pretty much nothing. Great for getting my girl comfortable on two wheels 👍
I had one when i was a kid. I put thousands of miles on that thing I rode it all day every day.
Original mini trail 50 had the same winged logo on the tank. I had one in 1969.
I had a MiniTrail *identical* to that one in my formative years. It was my first bike and part of the reason why I love Hondas. The campaign at the time was "From mighty to mini -- Honda has it all." I gradually leveled-up to an XL350R, and Pacific Coast 800, and my current bike, the Valkyrie 1520.
Thank you for showing us your monkey.
My parents bought a Monkey during the early 70s petrol crisis (UK). I played with it in the garden and later when I had my provisional licence rode it stoned and drunk around town with my girlfriend on the back.
Amazing bike.
It was a Dax ST70.
I wonder how well air-cooled engines work in hot weather 90-105F ?
You can bolt a 125 right into that lil z50 with a 4 speed. up the fun factor
Yes ride them side by side on the ranch. That would be great to see how 50cc handles the inclines.
Neat little mini bike. $2200 neat? My goodness. I would like to see how it runs. Take it to tumbleweed. You have enough room there to open it up.
The Z50 is so tiny. It's like the mini me to the 125cc Monkey!
Have a good day everyone
Liked without even starting the video because this looks cool A/F
EDIT: want to see the bikes in action
DANG, Ya didn't ride it. We want to see it go. At least I do.
If enough people are interested, we could take the Monkeys to the Ranch for a follow up video
@@TFLbike That would be cool.
@@TFLbike Do it. Content is more interesting if the vehicles are in motion. lol Otherwise one might as well be showing off models on a table. 🤪 There are other channels for that. We come here to see things in motion.
Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.
I had a new z50 as a kid. It was indestructible.
Don’t forget the value of them is skyrocketing. It’s a appreciating asset not a bike.
This video makes me smile all the way thru.
Great upload🫶
y'all get crazy style points for finding an early 50 in the same color scheme as your late model 125.
I have a street legal Sky team monkey bike 50cc
I can get a monkey for 3400 easy any day i want to they are going for 3400 to 4k for mint low mile ones here in Colorado
I love the original one, I wish they still made it in that size. Is there any modern equivalent in a size closer to the original?
In nineteen seventy one I remember riding my aunt's honda mini trail it was a lot of fun!
What tachometer are you using?
You couldn't start it up for the video?
Need to wack a turbo hayabusa motor on the mini 50cc with a NOS kit 😂
Its a Micro-Moto!
tell me where you got that temp gauge on the Monkey! thanks
MSRP is now over $5,300 and after fees, shipping, dealer prep they are out the door $6,500+ I know, bought one 6/13/2023 so please do not delude anyone they can pick one up new for $4,000.
Got a 2024 today out the door for $5,200. Tagged and ready to roll.
Cool little bike
Is the wheel size the diameter of the whole wheel or just the inner tyre/rim diameter?
rim dia.
Interesting note. When/if the market corrects itself, then it’s possible the true monkey that Kase owns could conceivably be worth more than the depreciated value of the new Monkey 125. The 50cc version wasn’t actually called a Monkey by Honda,it just earned that nickname. The new Monkey is a Monkey by Honda naming it. I think the new Monkey is a very reasonable imitation and a good bike! I have never owned either, but have had a couple of Yamaha Trail 200s. Another small bike that punches way out of its weight class. It’s a fun market to play in and own a part of. The Grom is another Mini moto that had defined it’s market. I have ridden the Grom and enjoyed every moment!
Very fun stuff!!! Well purchased by both of ya, but I must admit I prefer the original 50CC “monkey” vs the new Monkey. To each their own, for sure.
The both have upside-down forks.. ha!
Minis where all over when I was a.YOUNG TEEN
Ya I really like how that monkey hang
So Fun!
He doesn't show himself riding and just talks a lot...
FYI The supreme court has ruled... Any American 14 yrs old and older can drive almost anything they want on any public road they want. No Plates, tabs, registration, driver's license or insurance required. Unless engaged in commerce. Traffic law's apply to vehicles engaged in commerce only. Federal law is all that is needed but, you may find it right in your states law's as well. Law enforcement has no right to identify you or your private property while traveling. You can also hide your VIN number. You do not have the right to endanger your fellow Americans or damage public property. Other than that... have fun. Police cannot stop you or charge you with a crime for watching people race etc. You can stop on the side of any road any time you want. Cheers
Vespa 300 gts is better.
I had a red mini trail as a kid. It had a really low gear that would go up any hill.
Cool..
Are you serious ? 😁
Superior? Not for hauling my fat ass around. Lol. I will take the 125.
Romanticism and nostalgia rode onto a song and dance a petite nibbling sensation as a smidgen emittance the stack rose.
Me of humble beginnings nor my family could ever obtain such extravagant pleasures as ever today. I am looking and find wealthy owners the Joneses and such indeed do have. Why this disparity? Why not do we not have these things? I think some have they opportunity too experience and learn of value in these pleasures. I can only romance the very thought.
✌️♥️👍
Ok, weirdo.
Wow! Now you can go even slower.
Good buy!
How auwfull of u to say Clone its the original 🤬
Love you guys but enough with all the kid bike content lately.
well go and make your own vids. I'm waiting