04/01/2023
I’ve owned this 1969 Honda Z50 MiniTrail since 1994 when I bought it off a kid for $50. I used it as a pit bike when at the race track for years until I could afford a scooter. I always wanted to restore it, but to be honest, they are terrible to ride because they are so slow. In 1968 Honda introduced this to the world and it started the mini bike craze. I wanted to bring an OG into the future while still keeping the look of the past. The tank is original and the stickers I put on in the 90s and didn’t want to lose that nostalgia from my racing days. So on to answering future questions, top speed is around 67mph, no we haven’t hit it yet, only 46mph in the video. No the tank does not do anything other than cover wiring and keeps the original look. All parts are original with the exception of handle bars, seat, and of course our fabrication work and additional electronics for the conversion. I designed this as a bolt on kit, ie no cutting or welding to frame. The rear swing arm adds 9” to length to help keep it down. I am not done yet with the battery box as it is to square for my liking. It is a 72volt Molicell system, any other questions ask away!
