In terms of sheer economy of transportation along with a sky-high fun factor, Honda’s Metropolitan scooter is tough to beat. Now thoroughly revised for 2013 with a new 50cc four-stroke engine, Programmed Fuel Injection, completely new looks and more, the plucky Metropolitan is a perfect match for a sunny day and fun travels around town. And that’s exactly what a batch of journalists experienced in a series of recent SoCal Honda press rides.

Representatives from Cycle World, Motorcyclist, Ultimate Motorcycling, Cycle News, Motorcycle USA, Road Runner, Motorcycle.com, Motorcycle Consumer News, Scoot, SmartCycleShopper.com, Hell For Leather magazine and Bikeland.org all took advantage of this event, and many have already posted first impressions online. Follow the links below for an insider’s look at just how much fun the little Metropolitan can be when you’re sharing a ride with a bunch of friends.

Cycle World—2013 Honda Metropolitan First Ride

Ultimate Motorcycling—2013 Honda NCH50 Scooter Review

Motorcycle USA—2013 Honda Metropolitan NCH50 First Ride

Motorcycle USA Photo Gallery—2013 Honda Metropolitan NCH50 First Ride Photo Gallery

Motorcycle.com—2013 Honda Metropolitan Review

SmartCycleShopper.com—2013 Honda Metropolitan 50 Review

Hell For Leather magazine—The Friendliest Face of Motorcycling

Bikeland.org—Honda Metropolitan Scooter