Scooters
2016Honda Metropolitan
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The 2016 Honda Metropolitan is an ultra-efficient 49cc scooter ideal for urban commuters and new riders seeking economical, hassle-free transportation. Its automatic transmission, fuel-injected single-cylinder engine, and exceptional fuel economy of nearly 50 km/l make it perfect for daily city driving. Known for reliability and practicality, it offers convenient underseat storage and minimal maintenance requirements.
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 76.9 kg
- Seat height
- 719 mm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2016 Honda Metropolitan
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 4.2 HP (3.1 kW) | 5.4 HP (4.0 kW) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake). CBS |
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for short-hop urban commuting, errands, and campus or neighborhood runs rather than any kind of performance riding.
- Built for
- A friendly, unintimidating scooter that prioritizes convenience, fuel efficiency, and easy maneuverability over speed or excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or anyone seeking real performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 49.0 ccm
- Power
- 5.4 HP (4.0 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 37 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- GHNXC0.05ATB-018
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 1.58 L/100km (148.9 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.3 CO g/km
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 2.00 litres/100 km (50.0 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0702 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 37.8 x 44.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- CDI
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- V-Matic
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1181 mm
- Overall length
- 1651 mm
- Overall width
- 671 mm
- Overall height
- 1034 mm
- Seat height
- 719 mm
- Dry weight
- 76.9 kg
- Wet weight
- 81.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 4.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 104 mm
- Carrying capacity
- 22-Liter Underseat Storage
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Twin-downtube fork
- Rear suspension
- Single shock
- Front wheel travel
- 53 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 58 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.5°
- Trail
- 75 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front brakes diameter
- 95 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake). CBS
- Front tyre
- 80/100-10
- Rear tyre
- 80/100-10
Other
- Color options
- Pearl White, Pearl Blue, Red
- Comments
- Model ID: NCH50
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2004 | 2010 | 2015 | 2016 | 2021 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc | 49 cc |
| Dry weight | 74 kg | 77 kg | 77 kg | 77 kg | 77 kg | 77 kg |
| Seat height | 711 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm | 719 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.9 L | 5 L | 4.5 L | 4.5 L | 4.5 L | 4.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 1 recall may applyPOWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTNov 2024 · 24V825000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2025 Metropolitan scooters. An improper seal between the transmission case and left-side crankcase may allow transmission fluid to leak.
Risk: A transmission fluid leak can cause the driveshaft bearings to fail, causing a sudden loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the transmission case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is KR0.
These recalls cover some 2016 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Honda recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Honda Metropolitan?
The 2016 Honda Metropolitan has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Honda Metropolitan have?
The 2016 Honda Metropolitan has a Power of 5.4 HP (4.0 kW).
How much does the Honda Metropolitan weigh?
The 2016 Honda Metropolitan has a Dry weight of 76.9 kg (169.5 pounds).
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