The S2 model was a simplified version with a more traditional rear mudguard and several features that were to make it through to the final design.

A length of string may be threaded through holes in the rear mudguard, running radially between the mudguard and the rear dropout.

These did not have a rear mudguard fitted however.

One thousand four hundred Mark 2 Series 1 Welbikes were produced and these had a range of minor modifications, including the addition of the rear mudguard.

The rear mudguards were incorporated into the body and the rear wheels were covered.

The Mk2 had a longer rear mudguard.

However, it had a motorcycle-style rear mudguard instead of a scoter-style rear enclosure.

The front and rear mudguards were silver-painted plastic.

In 1984, Honda released restyled versions of the Cubs on some markets, with square lamps and plastic-covered handlebars and rear mudguard.

The SS50 replaced these in the late 1960s, using a new T-shaped frame with separate rear mudguard, and telescopic front forks to replace the leading links.