Stories
Stories.
The eras and cultures behind the machines.
- 01One Machine. A Global Story.Super Cub — two wheels in everyday lifeBefore it was anything else, it was a tool for work and daily life. Read through five lenses: business, mobility, design, engineering and global culture.
- 02The Two-Stroke Era.The Two-Stroke EraLightness and urgency: from the 1970s to the 1990s, two-stroke engines gave Japanese sports machines a distinctive character.
- 03Four Cylinders.Four CylindersFour cylinders across the frame — the inline-four became emblematic of large Japanese motorcycles.
- 04Born from Racing.Born from RacingRacing looks and technology for the road: the racer-replica culture of the 1980s and 90s, keeping road models and race machines distinct.
- 05Small Machines. Big Culture.Small machines, big cultureCommuting, school runs, shopping, deliveries — mopeds and mini bikes have moved at the pace of Japanese daily life.
- 06Big Scooter Era.The Big Scooter EraLarger bodies, more storage and comfort — the scooter grew from city runabout to touring companion.