Honda Spree and Elite 50 Forums

I'm new to spree/elite and could use your infinite wisdom please!

First, I'm pretty sure up to '97 the motor is good. And by good I mean a good platform for performance. But I seem to remember that motor run starting in '84, which would mean the '83 I'm looking at barely missed the run. Am I correct? Or even in the ballpark?

Next, how do you identify different motors? Are there any obvious signs to look for in pictures? What is an "S" model?

Finally, is there a way to tell from pictures if it's a 50cc or an 80cc if the owner doesn't know? Does a 50cc have more easily available aftermarket parts than an 80cc?

Thank you so much for your help. These are probably the dumbest questions ever, so thank you for schooling a NOOB!

- Lance

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That one on FB is a Spree 50cc's and not good for a starting platform to modify a hot rod scooter. You need a honda 2 stroke starting in 1994 and up to 2001 Elite SA50 model or get a small motorcycle 90cc's or 125cc's to learn on. This forum is predominantly for 2 stroke scooters of 50cc's stock and modified up to 120cc's. Look here for some ideas..... https://www.bestbeginnermotorcycles.com/honda-scooters/ also look at the very top section on this next link for more help once you acquire a Honda scooter.... http://hondaspree.net/phpBB3/viewforum.php?f=3

Alot to unpack here…the Spree began in 84’ so theres no such thing as an 83’, but thats beside the point. This is a pile of parts and what I call “roached”. This would actually be a decent buy for $150 if you were restoring a better Spree and needed some bits n bobs to finish it. Restoring THIS unit would be more money/trouble than its worth. Buy only if you need spare parts.

If you want performance and 49cc is needed to skirt local license/insurance laws, the Spree is not the one to get. Its great for zipping around town at 25-30mph. Fun factor is there but performance upgrades are not. Buy one for your kids, girlfriend or grandmother.

I wont turn this into a blog and list 20+ scooters to get that are easily upgradeable but I will say that the “good” ones (imo) arent cheap. The best ones are older 2-stroke’s that are no longer in production. These are getting more scarce by the minute and prices keep going up on them. If youre lucky, you’ll find one in the $600-$700 range but in my area Im lucky if one pops up for $1000.