Howdy, I’m in Canada, I’m a 50cc scooter rider myself. I have put on 5000kms each summer for the past two years of ownership. Such great fun to get out on. Although mine is a yamaha, not a whole lotta difference in performance. Just getting my fix of scooter stuff when you popped up,thought I’d say hello. Are you still riding it since you posted? I turn 67 next month,still a kid at heart. Hope things are well. Dean
Thanks for the message! Yes, I love my LaHonda. I can’t wait for it to be a little warmer- probably 2 weeks or so- So I can really start riding again! 5000k a year is a lot! Keep riding!
good review. i had two of these. the first air cooled the other liquid cooled. both got 127 mpg in Florida flat driving. great for around town and back roads. on faster roads just stay to the right like a bicycle. no problem with the mirrors and i am 5-11 and 190 lbs. a couple of guys took these on an alaskan tour so they are plenty rugged. also had a pcx 150 and now a burgman 200 that i ride everywhere up to 75 mph with 90mpg. scooters are the greatest
I live in Athens and I gotta say. I drive my Honda everywhere. Even on roads that are 50 - 55mph and have not had any issues with angry drivers as of yet. Course they usually will pass me, keeping their distance from me and or if I can get over to the bike lane to let them pass it's easy enough. Lots of people rides scooters here so I think with that said. Most drivers here are use to dealing with or passing us or riding behind us until they get the chance to pass. I too thought that it would make people mad. But they deal with it pretty well. At least I have never been flipped off, honked at or anything like that. I guess it differs from place to place and living in a college town. Seems more excepting towards scooters. Anyone who gets overly mad because another is not going fast enough for them, shouldn't be driving period.
*There's an 'Adjustment screw' to bring the head-light 'up/down' they way you want it and it usually moves the bulb itself up & down with it's mount INSIDE the headlamp housing* *On my '08 'Metro' it's in the center of the exterior fascia below the headlight...connected by a 'torsion-cable' to a set-screw mount, and it took awhile for me to find it on my own!* *I've put 8-thousand on mine since I bought it 2.5 years ago ( in 'Gothic' of black & grey) and I LOVE IT!* ( *I saw it on Craigslist for $1,200 and for some odd reason I was instantly smitten with it and it told me "Come and take me Home where I belong"* ) *In 65-years of driving & riding...my 'Metro' is the most reliable machine I've ever had, and I'm certain it will 'out-live' me*
As soon as I heard " born to be wild " I just had to hit the like button. I've been looking for a 2002-2009 model as I want to mod it, so as soon as I see a met vid, I'm in.
Thanks Jim for the mirror extension tip. They are absolutely worthless from factory. I just purchased a 2022 Metro and I can't believe Honda has failed to address this critical safety issue. I paid a little more on Amazon, but had next day delivery with Prime. I could not stand riding it and not knowing if I needed to get over and allow someone to pass safely.
How is the rear rack holding up? The manual for the rear rack says it only can carry up to 6.6lbs. Have you been being careful with it and following the manual?
MewMew27 hi! In general I do not use one. But my battery did just die and I replaced it with a mid grade lithium battery. I have two cheep Walmart chargers though I use for my tractors etc
Just seems like there are so many affordable choices in the 125cc - 150cc category, which would negate all of the problems of keeping up with 45 MPH traffic. i.e. Honda Super Cub, Honda Grom, Kymco K-Pipe 125, Kymco Like 150i, Kymco Spade, Yamaha Zuma 125, etc. But your Honda is a fine machine, water cooled and fuel injected!
I think the main reason to get a 49cc is because its street legal in most states if not all I think with out insurance license endorsement or registration its like a perfect gift for a highschool student how wants to start going to school on there own or a good fun scooter
Hi. I just bought a 2017 Metro with 25 miles last weekend. Where did you get the rack for the top case? I've been looking online and I couldn't find one specifically for the 2017. I had bought before from Honda for my 2006, but it seems like they didn't make one for 2017 +. Thanks.
Great review, thanks for taking the time to do this. Picked up a 2020 model and was wondering if you could put a link to where I can get the proper mirror extenders?
I had a Kymco Agility for 10 years and this thing with the fuel injection starts so much easier--only one push of the starter. The only downsize for me is the platform. I wish it was a little longer like the Kymco. I can take a 5-gallon gas can with it to the station. But I'm a little cramped, unlike the Kymco.
Just compared wheelbases of the Honda Metro & Vespa Primavera scooters. Honda: 46.5 inches. Vespa: 52.3 inches. Riding inside a gated community or short hops to the corner store, shorter wheelbases are fine. If you plan to do any highway distances, the longer your wheelbase, the better.
As an artist, I think the Metro beats all comers, aesthetically---including Vespa. Think it would be perfect for short hops inside a gated community or to the local bodega. That said, I would buy one in a New York City second if Honda would bump-up the engine to a fuel injected 125cc & increase braking prowess with dual discs !
I have a Honda Metropolitan it's fuel injected very reliable. I also have a fuel injected Zuma very reliable. I went a few months ago to a Honda dealership purchase a new Ruckus two hours of waiting and they still couldn't get it to start they have problematic carburetors. And yes it was brand new.
Thanks Jim. I like your review. I am considering doing a 2020 Scooter Cannonball on a Metro, from Maine to California... I know I know... it will be brutal...
B.C. Gamingss I don’t know. I’ve never heard of one dying. There are so many old one for sale like 2006 or before, but also so many that nobody drove (like 2006 with 200 miles). I have a 2006 like that and it is great. I think the answer is it will outlive your interest in it...
Also I bought a '17 Metro red about 3 months ago just like that used with...get this...20K miles! i only need to drive it about 5 miles a day maybe 3-4 times a week in nice weather. Can't believe it's still running. Replacing air filter tmrw and taking it for more service when it warms up. Thanks again for video
*Uh...is there some reason you don't want to USE THE HEAD-LIGHT ADJUSTING SCREW???* ( *Somewhere in the body-panelbelow the head-light you'll see an 'inset' opening...shine a flash-light in, and you'll see a slot-head screw...engine-on/somewhereyou can see the light hitting a wall or stop-sign/adjust 'down' the high-beam counter-clockwise/and get it just below the 'sign'or slightly 'down from center' of a wall* ) *The 'Factory' setting is 'full-up' on high-beam...just use a screwdriver to adjust it down* *On my '08 the aperture is maybe one-inch down from the head-light bezel...on your model it will likely also be below the lamp-housing...but I guarantee you IT'S THERE* *It moves the actual light-fixture socket itself...inside the housing...that will fix the lighting issues!*
It is in the under seat compartment. I have never charged it in close to 2 years now. You can install pigtails to attach easily to a charger if you aren’t going to use it for a long time.
Here is another good point. If you drive that scooter, and I own a Metro II, you have to have a motorcycle license. I cant speak for other states, but in Minnesota you just got busted for driving without a license. Honda messed up and now sells the Metro, and people think they can buy and drive one. WRONG!!!! You will get a ticket unless you have a motorcycle endorsement, which most don't. 50cc has nothing to do with that. Beware of what the requirements are. Or find an old Metro II if you can. This one needs a motorcycle license.
There is no law to support your claim in NC. Some states like Pennsylvania require a motorcycle license regardless of cc displacement. it has nothing to do with Honda or the model. Welcome to “States Rights”.
If anyone has this moped please please share performance mods you have done and send me the link. I desperately need more top end and even some acceleration if possible
There are plenty of videos on Metropolitan mods. But these newer ones are harder to Mod. Easiest is to change the rollers/variator. But then you really have to choose: higher top end, or better acceleration. You can’t have both without a big bore kit. Or upgraded motor size. You only have 4 hp to work with.
A 50cc scooter will get you killed. I know, I had one. I'm lucky to be alive. I now ride a 2006 Vespa GT200, which has the advantage of being able to go 70 mph, and of also being carbureted. No computers, electronics, or electric fuel pump to fail.
@@eddiebaird8368 The Metropolitan in not even a good around town scooter. Around town where I live means 45 mph roads, where average traffic speed is 55 mph+. A Metropolitan will get close to 40 mph, but takes quite a while to get there. In town the only reasonably safe place to ride it is 25 mph residential streets, where average traffic speed is 30-35 mph. If you see a car coming up behind you, you can pull over and let them fly by. I also had a Yamaha Vino 125, and found it just adequate for in town use, with a top speed of around 55 mph. It reached its top speed faster than the Metropolitan. I have a 1970s 50cc pedal moped I ride around on in 25 mph residential areas. But I just ride it for fun. You can't really get anywhere, even in town, if you are stuck on 25 mph streets.
Honda should pay a royalty to Vespa for absolutely stealing that exterior design, they're profiles are almost identical, I mean come on, Yamaha did the same thing with Harley Davidson
*Size-for-size, weight-for-weight, the 'Metro' is one of the 'World's Fastest' vehicles and far more Hp from the 'Mighty 50' than a Lamborghini or Ferrari can produce in terms of 'cc' displacement*( *A 'Vespa' 300-Super will the leave the '150' 'drowning in the water'...so what does that prove?* ) *A Suzuki 'Bergman' will 'steal the lunch money' from a 300-Super...and what does that prove other than'some peoples' kids can't figure shit out'*
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Howdy, I’m in Canada, I’m a 50cc scooter rider myself. I have put on 5000kms each summer for the past two years of ownership. Such great fun to get out on. Although mine is a yamaha, not a whole lotta difference in performance. Just getting my fix of scooter stuff when you popped up,thought I’d say hello. Are you still riding it since you posted? I turn 67 next month,still a kid at heart. Hope things are well. Dean
Thanks for the message! Yes, I love my LaHonda. I can’t wait for it to be a little warmer- probably 2 weeks or so- So I can really start riding again! 5000k a year is a lot! Keep riding!
0:55 which mirror extensions did you buy for your Metropolitan?
THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE HONDA METRO. 🇺🇸👍🏻
Wow. That was all the information that I was hoping to find. Great job bro.
Unfortunately he was killed
good review. i had two of these. the first air cooled the other liquid cooled. both got 127 mpg in Florida flat driving. great for around town and back roads. on faster roads just stay to the right like a bicycle. no problem with the mirrors and i am 5-11 and 190 lbs. a couple of guys took these on an alaskan tour so they are plenty rugged. also had a pcx 150 and now a burgman 200 that i ride everywhere up to 75 mph with 90mpg. scooters are the greatest
Thanks for the vid. My wife bought a used 2019 metro a month ago, and we’ve been riding it all over town. (Small town in Ohio). Lots of fun!
I live in Athens and I gotta say. I drive my Honda everywhere. Even on roads that are 50 - 55mph and have not had any issues with angry drivers as of yet. Course they usually will pass me, keeping their distance from me and or if I can get over to the bike lane to let them pass it's easy enough. Lots of people rides scooters here so I think with that said. Most drivers here are use to dealing with or passing us or riding behind us until they get the chance to pass. I too thought that it would make people mad. But they deal with it pretty well. At least I have never been flipped off, honked at or anything like that. I guess it differs from place to place and living in a college town. Seems more excepting towards scooters. Anyone who gets overly mad because another is not going fast enough for them, shouldn't be driving period.
Got the Candy Orange 2014 & still smiling & getting around town quicker than driving a car. Beautiful bike you got, enjoy.
Could you give the Ebay links to the mirror extensions and the box? Thanks!
*There's an 'Adjustment screw' to bring the head-light 'up/down' they way you want it and it usually moves the bulb itself up & down with it's mount INSIDE the headlamp housing* *On my '08 'Metro' it's in the center of the exterior fascia below the headlight...connected by a 'torsion-cable' to a set-screw mount, and it took awhile for me to find it on my own!* *I've put 8-thousand on mine since I bought it 2.5 years ago ( in 'Gothic' of black & grey) and I LOVE IT!* ( *I saw it on Craigslist for $1,200 and for some odd reason I was instantly smitten with it and it told me "Come and take me Home where I belong"* ) *In 65-years of driving & riding...my 'Metro' is the most reliable machine I've ever had, and I'm certain it will 'out-live' me*
Actually, it might PUT additional years on !
@@blusnuby2 *I seriously hope not...!*
Thanks for the clip speaker idea! I’m going to get me one of those ASAP!
As soon as I heard " born to be wild " I just had to hit the like button.
I've been looking for a 2002-2009 model as I want to mod it, so as soon as I see a met vid, I'm in.
Thanks Jim for the mirror extension tip. They are absolutely worthless from factory. I just purchased a 2022 Metro and I can't believe Honda has failed to address this critical safety issue. I paid a little more on Amazon, but had next day delivery with Prime. I could not stand riding it and not knowing if I needed to get over and allow someone to pass safely.
Yes the extensions make all the difference in the world to me
thanks for the review. didnt know it was that easy to change the fairings!
How is the rear rack holding up? The manual for the rear rack says it only can carry up to 6.6lbs. Have you been being careful with it and following the manual?
I fill it with whatever groceries fit in the box- no problem at all. So no, I don’t follow instructions well.
Hi, I'm MewMew. Quick question, what type of trickle charger did you use for your Honda Metropolitan?
MewMew27 hi! In general I do not use one. But my battery did just die and I replaced it with a mid grade lithium battery. I have two cheep Walmart chargers though I use for my tractors etc
@@jdplus3 okay.
Just seems like there are so many affordable choices in the 125cc - 150cc category, which would negate all of the problems of keeping up with 45 MPH traffic. i.e. Honda Super Cub, Honda Grom, Kymco K-Pipe 125, Kymco Like 150i, Kymco Spade, Yamaha Zuma 125, etc. But your Honda is a fine machine, water cooled and fuel injected!
And all of those bikes you mentioned are about twice the price of the Metro
I think the main reason to get a 49cc is because its street legal in most states if not all I think with out insurance license endorsement or registration its like a perfect gift for a highschool student how wants to start going to school on there own or a good fun scooter
well, perfect for college students needing to get around campus on the cheap
Hi. I just bought a 2017 Metro with 25 miles last weekend. Where did you get the rack for the top case? I've been looking online and I couldn't find one specifically for the 2017. I had bought before from Honda for my 2006, but it seems like they didn't make one for 2017 +. Thanks.
Skarr hondapartshouse appears to have it Rear Carrier
Item: 08L70-GJB-A00
MSRP: $141.95
@@jdplus3 Thank you
so much for that information. Stay safe. God bless.
Great review, thanks for taking the time to do this. Picked up a 2020 model and was wondering if you could put a link to where I can get the proper mirror extenders?
eBay “scooter mirror extenders” . Now I forget if they are 8 or 10mm thread
I’m really looking into getting a 2022 met, what’s the top speed and what’s the fastest you’ve gone on it?😁
40 downhill. My only complaint is the lack of aftermarket mods to boost top speed
I can get up to 39 mph
By chance would you have a link to the mirror extensions? Great review!
DCMacGuy www.ebay.com/itm/193536237565
Jim Horwitz many, many thanks! I just ordered my scooter today and wasn’t sure of the size!
I had a Kymco Agility for 10 years and this thing with the fuel injection starts so much easier--only one push of the starter. The only downsize for me is the platform. I wish it was a little longer like the Kymco. I can take a 5-gallon gas can with it to the station. But I'm a little cramped, unlike the Kymco.
Is the ruckus longer?
@@billbergen9169 I don't know. Go to the Honda website for specs.
Just compared wheelbases of the Honda Metro & Vespa Primavera scooters. Honda: 46.5 inches. Vespa: 52.3 inches. Riding inside a gated community or short hops to the corner store, shorter wheelbases are fine. If you plan to do any highway distances, the longer your wheelbase, the better.
@@blusnuby2 With the current gas prices hovering at $5.00 a gallon, good luck finding any kind of scooter--especially a Honda.
@@AStanton1966 Roger That !
Hi. Would i need a special license for something like this in California ?
Gosh, that looks like Hendersonville, NC
As an artist, I think the Metro beats all comers, aesthetically---including Vespa. Think it would be perfect for short hops inside a gated community or to the local bodega. That said, I would buy one in a New York City second if Honda would bump-up the engine to a fuel injected 125cc & increase braking prowess with dual discs !
Makes no sense to turn it off at stop lights.
I order Honda Ruckus Trike it was special order getting in end of year?
I have a Honda Metropolitan it's fuel injected very reliable. I also have a fuel injected Zuma very reliable. I went a few months ago to a Honda dealership purchase a new Ruckus two hours of waiting and they still couldn't get it to start they have problematic carburetors. And yes it was brand new.
Downtown Hendersonville, NC?
Yes!
Thanks Jim. I like your review. I am considering doing a 2020 Scooter Cannonball on a Metro, from Maine to California... I know I know... it will be brutal...
3N4C72B1G yes, brutal but fun too
@@jdplus3 How many miles does it have now?
B.C. Gamingss about 2000, still not an issue!
@@jdplus3 Nice I am planning on getting a 2018 or 2019 one. How many miles can I get out of one?
B.C. Gamingss I don’t know. I’ve never heard of one dying. There are so many old one for sale like 2006 or before, but also so many that nobody drove (like 2006 with 200 miles). I have a 2006 like that and it is great. I think the answer is it will outlive your interest in it...
Is there a store to check it out.
I can't seem to find mirror extensions, do you have a link or part #? Thanks,
Also I bought a '17 Metro red about 3 months ago just like that used with...get this...20K miles! i only need to drive it about 5 miles a day maybe 3-4 times a week in nice weather. Can't believe it's still running. Replacing air filter tmrw and taking it for more service when it warms up. Thanks again for video
Thank you.
Nice review. A derestricted 50cc should do 45-50mph fairly easily.
I need to do a review on mine.
Nice review. I find the seat uncomfortable for long rides.
David Sweet have you looked at the cheeky seats covers? I want one. Some of them look comfortable
How big are you? Hight, weight.
5-10, 180#
Awesome, thank you
Thanks for the review video
*Uh...is there some reason you don't want to USE THE HEAD-LIGHT ADJUSTING SCREW???* ( *Somewhere in the body-panelbelow the head-light you'll see an 'inset' opening...shine a flash-light in, and you'll see a slot-head screw...engine-on/somewhereyou can see the light hitting a wall or stop-sign/adjust 'down' the high-beam counter-clockwise/and get it just below the 'sign'or slightly 'down from center' of a wall* ) *The 'Factory' setting is 'full-up' on high-beam...just use a screwdriver to adjust it down* *On my '08 the aperture is maybe one-inch down from the head-light bezel...on your model it will likely also be below the lamp-housing...but I guarantee you IT'S THERE* *It moves the actual light-fixture socket itself...inside the housing...that will fix the lighting issues!*
How do charge the battery? Where even is it?
It is in the under seat compartment. I have never charged it in close to 2 years now. You can install pigtails to attach easily to a charger if you aren’t going to use it for a long time.
Is there a part number for the mirror extensions
7YV87ZS1
Here is another good point. If you drive that scooter, and I own a Metro II, you have to have a motorcycle license. I cant speak for other states, but in Minnesota you just got busted for driving without a license. Honda messed up and now sells the Metro, and people think they can buy and drive one. WRONG!!!! You will get a ticket unless you have a motorcycle endorsement, which most don't. 50cc has nothing to do with that. Beware of what the requirements are. Or find an old Metro II if you can. This one needs a motorcycle license.
There is no law to support your claim in NC. Some states like Pennsylvania require a motorcycle license regardless of cc displacement. it has nothing to do with Honda or the model. Welcome to “States Rights”.
looks like my baby
If anyone has this moped please please share performance mods you have done and send me the link. I desperately need more top end and even some acceleration if possible
There are plenty of videos on Metropolitan mods. But these newer ones are harder to Mod. Easiest is to change the rollers/variator. But then you really have to choose: higher top end, or better acceleration. You can’t have both without a big bore kit. Or upgraded motor size. You only have 4 hp to work with.
@@jdplus3 correct there is literally not one mod for this particular motor. Overall it’s a great engine but disappointed in the aftermarket support.
OMG, fix your volume!
Wow she's beautiful dude
A 50cc scooter will get you killed. I know, I had one. I'm lucky to be alive. I now ride a 2006 Vespa GT200, which has the advantage of being able to go 70 mph, and of also being carbureted. No computers, electronics, or electric fuel pump to fail.
Please elaborate.
The metropolitan is an around town scooter only. Your vespa is built for highway travel as well, 2 totally different scooters
@@eddiebaird8368 The Metropolitan in not even a good around town scooter. Around town where I live means 45 mph roads, where average traffic speed is 55 mph+. A Metropolitan will get close to 40 mph, but takes quite a while to get there. In town the only reasonably safe place to ride it is 25 mph residential streets, where average traffic speed is 30-35 mph. If you see a car coming up behind you, you can pull over and let them fly by. I also had a Yamaha Vino 125, and found it just adequate for in town use, with a top speed of around 55 mph. It reached its top speed faster than the Metropolitan. I have a 1970s 50cc pedal moped I ride around on in 25 mph residential areas. But I just ride it for fun. You can't really get anywhere, even in town, if you are stuck on 25 mph streets.
Honda should pay a royalty to Vespa for absolutely stealing that exterior design, they're profiles are almost identical, I mean come on, Yamaha did the same thing with Harley Davidson
And Honda beat Vespa at their own game !
I would prefer a Honda over a vespa, just my opinion
the pcx150 blows it out of the water
David A well that’s a fair comparison...
*Size-for-size, weight-for-weight, the 'Metro' is one of the 'World's Fastest' vehicles and far more Hp from the 'Mighty 50' than a Lamborghini or Ferrari can produce in terms of 'cc' displacement*( *A 'Vespa' 300-Super will the leave the '150' 'drowning in the water'...so what does that prove?* ) *A Suzuki 'Bergman' will 'steal the lunch money' from a 300-Super...and what does that prove other than'some peoples' kids can't figure shit out'*
Very poor sound quality. Do it again.
How about you send me a nice USB microphone and I will?
Sun Shine, buy a metro and you do it.
I can hear fine