Honda CB Motorcycles, page #25

1981 Honda CB (1981)
Great bike, incredibly clean and in great condition for its age. Only 15,000 original miles.Bought it for my wife to ride while we're building her custom ride, and she doesn't like riding it... it doesn't turn the way she's used to, as the forks are raked out further than the sport bikes we usually ride.She rode it once, I rode it twice, and it's sat untouched for a few months now.Selling it to free up garage space and funds for other bikes.

2016-10-25 04:34:38

Littleton, Colorado, United States

15

6000
1975 Honda CB (1975)
Up for bids and sold to the highest bidder is this 1975 Honda CB550K Four. K1. Only 15k original miles. 99% original. The original Flake Sunrise Orange paint in this scheme was only available in 1975.

2016-10-19 04:34:28

Dayton, Ohio, United States

15

8000
1973 Honda CB (1973)
good project bike or ride it as is. recent carb kits,fork seals, tires, runs well. has a 74 green tank on it now comes with orig.

2016-10-19 04:34:13

Buffalo, Wyoming, United States

15

6700
1976 Honda CB (1976)
SHE IS IN VERY GOOD CONDITION,NEW BATTERY,POINTS AND CONDENSER AND THE TOOLS ARE THERE. ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE ASK.

2016-10-05 04:34:46

Rochelle, Illinois, United States

15

11000

1976 Honda CB (1976)
Very nice 1976 Honda CB750F1 Super Sport. I have had this bike for about a year. When I bought it (from the second owner) he was going to bob it and turn it into some kind of altered sport bike.

2016-10-05 04:34:40

Battle Creek, Michigan, United States

15

4,400.00
1971 Honda CB (1971)
1971 Honda CB 750 I have been working of and on for about 2 years on this bike. The gas tank and side plates and fork ears and headlight bucket are at that painter ready to for me to decide what color I have six of the Honda CB 750 fours and they are one of my all time best bikes. This bike has been striped down and the swing arms and frame and everything else has been painted.

2016-10-05 04:34:00

Johnson City, Tennessee, United States

15

6500
1975 Honda CB (1975)
Here is a 1975 Honda cb200t, motor kicks over ok, tank is clean, has been setting for couple years, will need battery and likely clean carbs, tires are flat, nice bike to restore, must be paid in full within three days, I will store for free, buyer is responsible for pickup and shipping.

2016-08-27 04:41:11

Burr Oak, Kansas, United States

15

9200
1972 Honda CB (1972)
This is a mostly original, unrestored 1972 Honda CB350 Four. It has aftermarket exhaust pipes. It fires right up and runs well.

2016-08-24 04:42:33

Toledo, Ohio, United States

15

2,000.00
1975 Honda CB (1975)
1975 CB400F fuel tank, with petcock, good condition, no dents/dings.

2016-08-12 04:46:03

Nyack, New York, United States

15

250.00
1975 Honda CB (1975)
1975 HONDA CB750 - Frame: CB750 2533715 Motor: CB750E 2416068 Stock, unmodded engine and chassis, minor cosmetic restoration to near original condition. 16K original miles. New paint just done in black metallic pearl ..

2016-08-04 04:43:19

San Francisco, California, United States

15

4300
1978 Honda CB (1978)
For sale is my 1978 Honda CB 400 Hawk T2 which runs and drives. The bike is in good shape overall with 15,583 miles, but does have a few parts which could use replacing. To my knowledge, the bike will need the fork seals replaced (I have the seals, but not installed them).

2016-08-02 04:48:13

Bouckville, New York, United States

15

12000
1974 Honda CB (1974)
1974 HONDA CB750 Metallic Blue, Clean and Authentic Offering a real nice blue 1974 HONDA CB750 for your consideration. 15,890 miles, runs and rides like a Honda. All stock, unmodded, minor restoration to close to original condition.

2016-07-27 04:43:50

San Francisco, California, United States

15

4700
1975 Honda CB (1975)
I'm selling a 1975 cb550 Honda vintage chopper , I have clear title in hand I got bike running Sunday evening cleaned carbs , I haven't really done a lot with nor do I want to get a bunch of money and time in it , it would be a great project for someone because you can go anyway you want with it at this point , so I'm listing it this way, so it does run , I haven't rode it , it's going to need a gas tank I do not have one for it or side covers , going to need a throttle cable air filters and tank to ride it, has 16 in rear laced on Honda hub front is stock, has 6 or 8 over fork tubes a set of vintage twisted mini apes, will need alittle but of work with some of the wiring , what you see in pics is what I have , if you would like to contact me my number is 574-606-6432 I will help load bike if you are getting it shipped , I won't line a shipper up or meet you half way sorry been burnt to many times thanks for looking

2016-07-26 04:44:54

Cromwell, Indiana, United States

15

11000
1974 Honda CB (1974)
This bike is a survivor, only 15,000 original miles. They are only original once. This bike came from California, paint is 1974 original.

2016-07-26 04:44:25

Spring, Texas, United States

15

10,000.00
1971 Honda CB (1971)
1971 CB500 Four in great shape! Starts and runs. Carbs will need to be cleaned before it is road worthy.

2016-07-21 04:44:08

Milford, Connecticut, United States

15

2,250.00
1971 Honda CB (1971)
Up for sale is a very nice Cb750. This bike is in running condition, however the bike is in need of a tune-up, but it does run and drive with full power as is. Was last on the road about this time last year, bike starts up easily, but idle hangs up a bit when bike is warmed up.

2016-07-20 04:43:03

Brooklyn, New York, United States

15

3700
1978 Honda CB (1978)
1978 HONDA CB750 FOUR K This is a nice, solid 1978 Honda CB750 Four K. The SOHC motor runs strong and the bike drives good. If the fuel is not shut off when parked the carbs will flood and leak gas from the overflow and occasionally there is a slight hesitation coming off idle.

2016-07-15 04:43:10

Hamburg, New York, United States

15

11000
1964 Honda CB (1964)
Start and Run good, look good. Any questions call or text me 901461488two. Thank you !

2016-07-12 04:47:06

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

15

1,700.00
1982 Honda CB (1982)
1982 Honda CB900F Supersport with low reserve. Engine has new pistons and rings with during rebuild. New exhaust valves and seals.

2016-07-11 04:44:49

Punta Gorda, Florida, United States

15

8300
1975 Honda CB (1975)
cb750 1975 good useable condition runs good. has a new paint job with factory colors from vmr. tank is clean on inside.

2016-06-25 04:41:37

Pontiac, Michigan, United States

15

5600
1974 Honda CB (1974)
Good running 1974 Honda CB750 with wear and tear normal for a 42 year old motorcycle. Paint is original with scratches and small dents. I believe that tank and side cover are from a 1972, but still nice. The tank inside has been cleaned and coated with POR15. Exhaust has a few holes, some are patched but still functional, and sounds good and strong. Nice running, braking, driving bike with clear title

2016-06-21 04:45:09

Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

15

2,750.00
1978 Honda CB (1978)
1978 HONDA CB750F FOUR SUPER SPORT - **NO TITLE** These highly desirable motorcycles are becoming harder and harder to find. This is a true "barn find" and is being sold just as it was found, dirt and all! To be clear, this bike has NO TITLE.

2016-06-19 04:45:18

Hamburg, New York, United States

15

4200
1964 Honda CB (1964)
Honda cb160. Run excellent. No title ( Bill of sale) . Email me for any further.

2016-06-17 04:42:39

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

15

9400
1972 Honda CB (1972)
Up for sale is my 1972 Honda 750 Four, I had gotten this off of a friend and was going to make a custom chopper/bobber but the same problem as always, too many projects. The bikes motor is free and feels like it has strong compression, doesnt run at the moment but it did run when I got it. the tank is clean and dry inside.

2016-06-14 14:43:48

Trenton, New Jersey, United States

15

8300
1978 Honda CB (1978)
1978 HONDA CB750 FOUR "K" These highly desirable motorcycles are becoming harder and harder to find. This particular bike has only 15,818 miles and was last registered in 2009 and inspected in 2008. It has spent the past several years parked inside a barn.

2016-06-14 14:43:21

Hamburg, New York, United States

15

1,250.00
1972 Honda CB (1972)
Starts right up and runs with no problem, but the tank was treated inside with POR-15 sealant, and the sealant is flaking off, and that and the petcock will need to be cleaned out before you can ride any distance. Bike is not perfect, but nice enough...has dents on one side of the tank and the fork leg covers and scratches in the paint. Some chrome parts like the chain guard are pitted.

2016-06-14 14:42:31

West Milford, New Jersey, United States

15

10000
Used 1982 Honda CB900C for sale. (0)
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2014-01-27 01:11:09

Hamilton, OH

15

3,988.00
1986 Honda Cb 700SC Standard (1986)
1986 Honda Cb 700SC, 1986 Honda Nighthawk CB700SC. Rare bike in rare one-year only color combo. Fantastic condition, superbly maintained.

2013-10-19 03:53:51

Marietta, GA, US

15

3,500.00
2003 Honda Cb 919 Sportbike (2003)
2003 Honda Cb 919, 919cc, fuel-injected, inline-four, 101 hp and 65 ft-lb. of torque. This naked bike is a blast to ride.

2013-09-28 23:52:38

Deerfield Beach, FL, US

15

2,900.00
1970 Honda CB (1970)
I have here a beautiful 1970 Honda CB350 motorcycle. This is indeed a rare find as its condition is awesome. It has been stored in a heated and cooled basement for over 30 years.

2016-12-06 04:34:27

Bogart, Georgia, United States

16

8100
1975 Honda CB (1975)
Custom built in the English cafe style is this rebuilt1975 Honda Cb400F for auction with 100 % of proceeds to be a charitable contribution. After my wife passed away from cancer I originally built this to raise cancer awareness but I've since decided to donate funds to St. Judes Hospital for Children.

2016-12-05 04:34:50

Gap, Pennsylvania, United States

16

7400
1983 Honda CB (1983)
Nice hard to find low mile Honda CB 1000 custom, this bike runs good and is all stock including solid stock honda exhaust, paint is real nice although it has some staining in paint on top of gas tank by the gas cap, the small fairing and back rest and saddle bags are easily removable if you do not like them, the Honda 1000 custom is some what rare being made only one year in 1983 , these are nice riding comfortable bikes, Now for all the good stuff, if you need this shipped please check with u ship, bike is used and sold as is with no warranty, I can hold this for as long as needed just so it is paid for, A small pay pal deposit is due right after auction ends, the full payment is due in three days from auctions end, this bike has a clear title,

2016-12-05 04:34:30

La Crescent, Minnesota, United States

16

2,150.00
1997 Honda CB (1997)
This is an excellent running, fast bike. it has been dropped on its left side, as seen in the picks, scuff on right mirror. I'm selling for someone else who bought it and can't handle it.

2016-12-02 04:34:44

Pittsfield, Massachusetts, United States

16

11000
1976 Honda CB (1976)
WONDERFUL AND EXTREMELY RARE EXAMPLE OF A 1976 HONDA CB550F IN BEAUTIFUL, HEAD TURNING, SPARKLING, ORIGINAL ORANGE COLOR. 16K ORIGINAL MILES. CLEAN AND CLEAR TITLE.

2016-11-28 04:35:11

Pennington, New Jersey, United States

16

9700
1971 Honda CB (1971)
Hello up for auction tonight we have an extremely rare Numbers matching Candy Orange 1971 Customized CB750. This is a rare bike with only 16205 miles it. The FRENCHED tank and paint were customized back in the 70's.

2016-11-07 04:34:50

Menominee, Michigan, United States

16

10000
1981 Honda CB (1981)
This rare, vintage Honda CB900F Super Sport has been completely gone through and runs great. Here’s your chance to own a little bit of motorcycle history, while having fun riding and turning heads on the street. The Honda CB900F Super Sport was produced from 1979 through 1983, and was available in the United States in 1981 and 1982.

2016-11-02 04:34:32

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

16

8200
1974 Honda CB (1974)
1974 Honda CB360 - Cafe Brat Style.This was a heart and soul first build. Over 400 hours and god knows how much in parts. Exceedingly meticulous detail.

2016-10-26 04:39:01

Hingham, Massachusetts, United States

16

11361
2004 Honda CB (2004)
Hate to do it but I am selling my Honda CB599 (hornet) to some. Bike is in great shape and has some upgrades. I had a vision to make this look somewhat like a streetfighter style bike and had the tank and tail painted white with the touch of the more vintage blue Honda decals.

2016-10-25 04:34:43

Delaware, Ohio, United States

16

10000
1974 Honda CB (1974)
Hello and thanks for checking out my 1974 CB550 cafe I recently finished. This is another completed build coming out of my shop Brick House Builds LLC. This CB550 is a very original survivor bike that is clean throughout and very honest.

2016-10-24 04:35:11

Bowling Green, Missouri, United States

16

3,700.00
1973 Honda CB (1973)
I have two cafe style honda CB's for sale and are offering them as a package deal. 1977 CB 5501973 CB 750 I was converting them into cafe racers but have ran out of time and money. The bikes have many new parts and are very close to being finished. Needs to be completed-Turn signals installed (New aftermarket in box)-Tail light installed (New aftermarket in box)- Minor wiring - they will need a tune up the 550 was running a bit rough before i started the build the 750 ran fine. Carburetor clean up should do the trick. Fill free to call me with any questions or if you want to come see in person.

2016-10-19 04:34:06

Clovis, California, United States

16

2100
1977 Honda CB (1977)
$1,999 or best offer*BRAND NEW TIRES AND BRAKES*Runs Great! ~16,100 miles The automatic transmission is perfect for the city and hills I am sad to part with this reliable motorcycle but I recently got a new one, and no longer have the space to store it. I'm the second owner and rode it only locally, the first stored it indoors for years Has a clean title and is Registered with no fees. Ready to Test Drive. $1,999 or best offer!

2016-08-16 04:44:46

Daly City, California, United States

16

1,999.00
1971 Honda CB (1971)
This is a 1971 Honda CB750. It is titled as a 1972, but based on the VIN, it is a 1971. The engine number is very close to the frame number, so it is likely the original engine.

2016-08-13 04:41:45

Galloway, Ohio, United States

16

12000
1980 Honda CB (1980)
I am selling my 1980 Honda CB900c, all original, Factory installed fairing and radio, I also have the lowers to the fairing. Bike is in excellent, original condition. Only 16000 miles.

2016-08-11 04:45:23

Hampstead, North Carolina, United States

16

12000
1982 Honda CB (1982)
Selling my 1982 CB900F Super Sport with 16000 miles. In good condition, all original, Runs and drives good. Tank could use a good cleaning, I see some rust coming back.

2016-08-08 04:43:41

Cortland, New York, United States

16

4500
1978 Honda CB (1978)
FOR SALE MY 78 CB 750 BIKES DOES RUN, NEEDS SOME WORK, CLUTCH CABLE IS FROZEN, FRONT CALIPER VERY TIGHT, TIRES ARE DRY ROTTEDIT DOES FIRE RIGHT UP ,DON'T KNOW HOW LONG IT WAS IN STORAGE , JUST PUT FRESH GAS IN AND SHE FIRED RIGHT UPONE PIPE DOES HAVE A HOLE IN IT , I DO HAVE ANOTHER PIPE TO REPLACE ITALL LIGHT AND DIRECTIONALS WORK,PARTS MISSING , ONE REFLECTOR NUT ON HEADLIGHT, BOTH SIDE COVERSNEW IGNITION KEY DOESN'T WORK ON SEAT LOCK, TANK KEY HOLE ANY KEY WILL WORKTHIS BIKE HAS BEEN IN STORAGE, YOU ARE NOT GOING TO JUMP ON IT AND GO , YOU WILL HAVE TO GO THROUGH BIKE JUST TO MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS OKAYBIKE IS BEING SOLD AS IS , NO WARRANTIES, NO EXCHANGES, OR BUY BACKSBIKES HAS OPEN NYS TITLEWILL BE LOOKING FOR PAYPAL FOR PAYMENT, IF YOU NEED TO PAY ANOTHER METHOD PLEASE LET ME KNOWI AM SURE I MISSED A LOT OF THINGS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SEND AN EMAIL WITH QUESTIONS, OR YOU CAN CALL ME AT 518-526-4307, INTERNATIONAL INQUIRIES EMAIL ONLYWOULD LIKE BIKE TO BE PICKED UP NO LATER THAN 2 WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE, INTERNATIONAL BUYERS CAN HAVE MORE TIME IF NEEDED, BIKE WILL NOT BE RELEASED UNTIL I HAVE ALL FUNDSBIKE IS LISTED ON OTHER INTERNET SITES , SO IF SOLD WILL END LISTING EARLYBUYER RESPONSIBLE FOR PICKUP

2016-08-01 04:43:12

Troy, New York, United States

16

6800
1977 Honda CB (1977)
I fell in love with the Super Sport series Honda designed and manufactured in the 1970's. I wanted to add a 550F to the collection, but I couldn't find a particularly good one. I ended up calling Japanese Bike Heaven in PA, and they delivered to my home an intact bike ($1600) that need a considerable amount of work.

2016-07-31 04:43:11

New Suffolk, New York, United States

16

4,675.00
Honda: CB (1976)
Restored bike, runs great still in original condition. the bike has new tires, new battery ( just installed it this spring). Pamco electronic ignition, new coils, stator, and spark plugs and wires.

2016-07-29 04:43:43

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

16

2,400.00
1971 Honda CB (1971)
1971 honda cb500. Bike was a barn find that had not ran since 1983. Since coming into my possession it has received a rebuilt transmission, rebuilt carburators, and petcock, new front master cylinder, new clubman bars, and new slip on mufflers.

2016-07-26 04:47:26

Kewanee, Illinois, United States

16

8200
1976 Honda CB (1976)
This is a beautiful 1975 Honda CB750 with low miles. Bike is very original expect for a replaced left side cover painted correctly to match the original paint. Still has the factory yellow paint on some of the nuts.

2016-07-25 04:43:25

Erie, Colorado, United States

16

12000
1975 Honda CB (1975)
For Sale: 1975 Honda CB750, with 1978 CB750F engine, 95% complete needs mirrors and tank and side cover emblems to complete. Tank has small chip on left front edge (see photo) otherwise tank is good clean inside has new working gas cap, reproduction petcock and includes stock petcock. The right side cover is reproduction the left side cover is original has a small crack, they are primed white.

2016-07-18 04:47:29

Mount Airy, Maryland, United States

16

6600
1972 Honda CB (1972)
I have a 1972 Honda CB750 for sale. This bike is in really good shape. Chrome shines nice, seat is nice, paint is nice.

2016-07-12 04:43:01

Martinsville, Indiana, United States

16

3,399.99
1973 Honda CB (1973)
Pretty darn clean old school bike! Not perfect but pretty darn good. All chrome is clean.

2016-07-11 04:45:00

Davenport, Iowa, United States

16

8800
1977 Honda CB (1977)
Runs beautifully, just came back from a 30 mile ride. New battery, exhaust, paint, master cylinder, and I don't remember what else. Front fender has pitting, and the tires are old and should be replaced.

2016-07-10 04:44:23

West Milford, New Jersey, United States

16

2,695.00
1966 Honda CB (1966)
PLEASE READ MY DESCRIPTION IN ITS ENTIRETY. PLEASE READ MY PAYMENT TERMS. PLEASE READ THE SHIPPING TERMS ALL BEFORE YOU BID.

2016-07-10 04:44:16

Onsted, Michigan, United States

16

2,000.00
1975 Honda CB (1975)
I'm selling my 1975 Honda CB360T It has a newly done seat, engine repaired to working conditions. Original blue paint on tank. I am the 3rd owner

2016-06-27 04:42:50

Granada Hills, California, United States

16

2,000.00
1979 Honda CB (1979)
HONDA CB650, ORIGINAL CONDITION I HAVE A 1979 CB650 FOR SALE, BIKE RUNS AND RIDES INCREDIBLY NICE, IT ALSO HAS THE 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION. TIRES ARE IN FAIR RIDING SHAPE, BRAKES WORK FINE, NEW BATTERY AND TUNE-UP. FRESH OIL CHANGE ALSO.

2016-06-23 04:42:37

North Branch, Michigan, United States

16

1,500.00
1976 Honda CB (1976)
PLEASE READ MY DESCRIPTION IN ITS ENTIRETY. PLEASE READ MY PAYMENT TERMS. PLEASE READ THE SHIPPING TERMS ALL BEFORE YOU BID.

2016-06-23 04:42:12

Onsted, Michigan, United States

16

1,500.00
1975 Honda CB (1975)
I found this 1975 Honda CB360 in an old out of commission dairy farm. Was missing a number of things including exhaust, headlight bucket, etc. It was close to going to the scrap yard.

2016-06-22 04:42:09

New York, New York, United States

16

2300
1980 Honda CB (1980)
I have a nice 1980 Honda CB 750 Custom for sale. Bike has 16,980 original miles on it. I bought it 3 years ago after finding it from where it had been sitting up for the last 10 years.

2016-06-19 04:42:04

Joppa, Alabama, United States

16

7200
2008 Honda CB (2008)
2008 Honda Shadow Aero Red & White with chrome trim, custom seat, leather saddle bags, back seat, wind screen, easy mileage, new tires, recently tuned, drink holder, clock, foot rests, anti-cramping handle.

2016-06-15 04:45:46

Wheeling, West Virginia, United States

16

3,450.00

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Mon, 06 Jan 2014

Team HRC’s Joan Barreda on the Honda CRF450 Rally, got off to a storming start in day one of the 2014 Dakar rally, clocking up the fastest time of all the 175 riders at the first time-check. The former Husqvarna rider who moved to Honda in the middle of the season inaugurated his 2014 Dakar with an acrobatic performance. The motorcycle competition was expected to be wide open, and that is indeed what the classification shows after the opening stage. It was a very early start for the Rally Dakar. The pack of riders headed off at four in the morning on a long 251 miles that took them towards the vibrant city of Rosario for the start of the 112 mile special.

Day 2 Dakar 2014: Sunderland Wins First Special Stage

Mon, 06 Jan 2014

Honda won the second day of competition with Team HRC’s Sam Sunderland claiming victory in the first special stage of this year’s Dakar. Sunderland has had a frustrating time at previous Dakars, dropping out after three days of racing in 2012 and withdrawing a month before last year’s event due to fracturing both his wrists. Today, however, Sunderland made a grand entrance into the club of elite riders by brilliantly winning his first special stage of this year’s Dakar. Having started well behind his teammate, Joan Barreda, the 23-year old Brit superbly overtook Michael Metge and Juan Pedrero on the first part of the route.

2014 AMA Supercross – Anaheim 1 Results

Mon, 06 Jan 2014

KTM rookie Ken Roczen captured his first 450 class win in the AMA Supercross world championship, taking the season opener at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. An audience of 45,050 fans watched a clean race from the rookie while errors by veterans like James Stewart and three-time reigning champion Ryan Villopoto knocked them out of contention. Villopoto had a strong start, taking the holeshot and leading the first eight laps, just like the Kawasaki rider had done so often the last few seasons.

Team HRC CRF450 Rally Prototype Video

Fri, 03 Jan 2014

In a just released video HRC Team Director Katsumi Yamazaki describes Honda’s Dakar weapon, the CRF450 Rally. Warning: Yamazaki-san’s monotone delivery manages to snuff the excitement factor of what is an incredibly trick motorcycle, but it’s still interesting to watch. Honda returned to the Dakar Rally for the first time in 24 years in January 2013.

Dakar Begins This Sunday!

Thu, 02 Jan 2014

Dakar is an international, bad-ass, multi-day off-road event and if you’re not a fan you should be. Crossing the borders of Argentina, Bolivia and Chile the route takes motorcycle and ATV competitors through more than 5400 miles of extreme riding conditions. Competing cars and trucks go even farther.

2014 Monster Energy Supercross Season Preview – Video

Tue, 31 Dec 2013

The highly anticipated 2014 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season, gets underway this Saturday at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., as three-time 450SX Class Championship Ryan Villopoto will stage his title defense against the deepest field of riders the sport has ever seen. Live coverage will begin at 10:00 p.m. ET on FOX Sports 1.

Classic Race Finishes: 1991 250cc Misano Grand Prix – Video

Fri, 27 Dec 2013

More than just a medium to view countless hours of cat videos, YouTube allows us to look back at classic motorcycle races otherwise lost to the depths of the VHS tape. This time around features the no-holds-barred, back-and-forth action between Luca Cadalora, aboard the Rothmans Honda NSR250 and Helmut Bradl, father of current MotoGP rider, Stefan Bradl, riding the HB Honda NSR250. The stage is the 1991 250cc Italian Grand Prix at Misano — back when it was run in the correct, counter-clockwise, direction.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Groms

Fri, 27 Dec 2013

We’re big fans of the Honda Grom, not just because of the grin-inducing experience it offers but also for its potential for customization. Just look at the RC-X Mini Vintage Racer for an example of the Grom’s ability to transform. MORE: Top 10 Modified Honda Groms It’s no surprise then that Honda would present some more special Groms for the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon, an annual showcase for automotive performance and customization similar to the SEMA show here in the U.S.

Honda Team HRC To Compete In 2014 Dakar Rally

Fri, 20 Dec 2013

Today Honda announced that through its official racing arm, Team HRC, the company will be tackling the 2014 Dakar Rally, one of the most grueling off-road races in the world. The race starts on January 5 and lasts until January 18. Five riders—Helder Rodrigues (Portugal), Sam Sunderland (United Kingdom), Javier Pizzolito (Argentina), Joan Barreda (Spain), and Paulo Goncalves (Portugal)—will ride the CRF450 Rally, a rally-racing bike specially developed for the 2014 Dakar.

Bahrain track days

Tue, 17 Dec 2013

A few months ago, expat (and ex racer) John Beddall made contact to ask if I fancied doing some track day instruction out in Bahrain. After thinking about it for two seconds, flights were booked and a plan was put in place to look after around forty riders for a day at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC). Young Taylor Mac was also recruited to look after any tasty riders that I couldn’t deal with The Brits out there love their bikes, however, quite a few locals also turned up plus a few others from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar. Most were on high end Superbikes, like S1000s, Panigales and RSV4s but there was also a healthy number R6s and new 675Rs. Although this fabulous Hermann Tilke designed circuit is around ten years old incredibly it has never hosted a bike race. The highlight of the year there is F1 but being owned by the Bahrainian Royal family, there is no desperate need for the circuit to operate as a profitable business. The track reminded me of Qatar but much more interesting as some great undulations have been built into its desert location. We shared the track with Supercars on the day (20mins on/20mins off) and as you might imagine it was betty swollocks for seven hours in the 30 plus temperatures. As usual there was a few offs with poor old RS1000 Aprilia mounted Andy breaking his femur early in the day. Two other buddies appeared to swap bikes mid air in another incident but fortunately escaped unhurt.In the evening everyone stayed for an al fresco dinner in the paddock with the craic going on for hours as the Fosters kept flowing. All in all it was a brilliant trip and it has left me thinking there could be cost effective ways of getting Brits out there for track days next winter. I'll keep you posted.Cape Town next to make my racing comeback at the Killarney 8 hour on a CBR150 Honda. Hopefully I can manage the beast, I'll post a full report next week.