2017 Honda Z50 Monkey 50th Anniversary With 1 Kilometer

Description

In Honda’s legendary lineup of motorcycles, one of the most iconic is the Z50 – affectionately known as the “monkey” bike because of how riders looked while on the tiny things. The first model was the Z50M, adorned in Shasta White bodywork with a Magna Red frame and a plaid seat. US riders rarely saw the original bike because they were initially just sold in Europe and Canada – it even took a few months before Honda offered it in its home market of Japan. The bike was unexpectedly popular and the rest is history.

Now, it seems that the model line is history, as well. Due to ever-tightening emissions regulations, Honda decided to kill off the monkey bike and give it one last run – a special 50th Anniversary model. 1,800 were built and they were only officially sold in Japan. Everyone else was forced to wait for bikes to be exported, knowing they’d have to pay a premium for the privilege.

The 50th Anniversary calls back to the original bike very well, with a similar white paint scheme paired with a red frame, headlight holder, fork tubes, and more. Don’t forget the plaid seat, either!

The new bikes get special badging to commemorate the anniversary and a fancy key.

This example is VIN: AB272402604, Engine #: AB28E-1502659. The seller imported it five months ago from Japan.

The odometer shows 1.4 kilometers (roughly 1 mile). The seller has not ridden it.

“I bought it from Japan and imported it. Was told that it was only started once to confirm that it works but never ridden or moved. Everything on the bike is brand new and I have not started it due to keeping the value of the bike but i guarantee that it does start and everything works. The bike is pretty much brand new and has 1 km.”

Maintenance:
“I drained the gasoline for storage and have kept it as a display piece.”

Modifications:
This Z50 is completely stock.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on the original Tractor-Grip tires.

The sale includes two keys, the owner’s manual, Japanese brochure, 50th Anniversary & Special Book, matching keychain, and more.

The sale also includes a matching helmet.

Cosmetic Blemishes:
The seller says it “doesn’t have any. Just some parts that are a little dirty like any other motor vehicle.”

Currently located in Torrance, California, this Honda is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Z50 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!