1979 Honda CX500

Registration No: KYB 824T
Frame No: CX5002106199
MOT: Exempt

• Impressively original example retaining many rare parts, plus the toolkit and handbook
• Recently recommissioned and professionally repainted
• Indicated mileage of just 9,000 miles

The Honda Motor Company was founded by Soichiro Honda in 1937, initially producing piston rings for Toyota. They made their first motorcycle in 1949 and within 10 years had become the biggest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. They have gone on to produce over 400 million two-wheelers as well as millions of other powered products. The legendary inline four-cylinder CB750/4 was launched in 1969 to great acclaim and laid down the blueprint for the modern-day superbike, but Honda always liked to push the boundaries with different layouts. The transverse V-twin CX500 was such a model and it built up an enviable reputation for durability, becoming the despatch rider’s weapon of choice.

Showing an unverified 9,000 miles, this CX500 appears very original, with some recent paint renovation. Supplied new to Canada, it's fitted with the original Honda exhaust system and its unmolested wiring and seat are in good condition, while the vendor has replaced the headlight and indicators with British-specification items. It still has the original FVQ shocks, the original tool kit and the owner's handbook. The tank and has recently been professionally resprayed. Because of its condition and rarity, the vendor says it 'always attracts attention'.

Starting on the button and running well, since being recommissioned it's had a 100-mile test-ride. The recommissioning consisted of a full service with new air and oil filters, fresh fluids, new spark plugs, a carburettor overhaul, valve clearances checked, a new battery and new tyres. The rack and crash bars are currently not fitted, however, they are included with the bike. It comes with the current V5C and two keys.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217