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Cycle News 1979 12 12

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J'III CIIIO& Uttle League seems a little tame. Minimotocross is more your game. And you're a freak for speed. Well, that's what the all-new never-before Honda CR80R is all about. It's a fierce little mini with maxi power. Sixteen and a half horsepower* to be exact. Power to slingshot you out of the starting"gate and push you so far ahead of the competition they'll never believe that it's an ordinary mini. And it's not. It's the meanest little brother in the 2" Elsinore'" family. And a threat to every machine in its class. Kick it into life. Surprise. Trick pivot seals help keep dirt out of the kickstart lever so it won't jam on re-starts. Hook it on. This lightweight 80 cc screamer has a 6-port cylinder scavenging system, 26 mm carburetor, large 4-petal reed valve, and extra large capacity air box. It breathes easy, runs cool, and has a power band you can really use. " Shift it. The super-slick six-speed box helps you beat the best.

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