Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1976 Honda CB550. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
Built between 1974 and 1978, the Honda CB550 was “probably the best balanced Honda of the seventies,” according to this Silodrome recap. They go on to call it a “Goldilocks bike” as it fit in perfectly between the 400 and the 750 – the “CB550 was just right.”
The 550 remedied many of the bugs from its predecessor, the CB500. The clutch slipping issues were fixed and the 5-speed transmission sorted out the gear change problems.
The 550F, known as the “Super Sport” model had less chrome on the fuel tank, a lighter four-into-one exhaust, and two inch lower handlebars. All this lead to a dry weight of 423lbs and a sportier ride.
Manufactured September 1976, this example is VIN: CB550F2104277. The seller purchased the bike late 2019 from a private party and states, “I wanted a classic, but one with some character and modern features.”
During his ownership the seller has covered approximately 1,500 miles. The odometer shows 17,739 miles.
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “After buying the bike and riding it for a couple months I found a small leak in the tank. I had to have the tank stripped and a welder sealed the leak. Then I hired a motorcycle artist who normally painted choppers do a custom paint job on the tank. I’ve had the clutch rebuilt, carburetor rebuilt, rebuilt the front shocks, replaced the engine cam and rockers, and added a new 4-1 Delkevic exhaust which sounds awesome! Most of the work was done by a local motorcycle mechanic I found. The only thing that doesn’t work is the engine cutoff switch which I disabled because it was making the bike hard to start and would sometimes stall out while riding.”
Modifications:
LED lights.
Electronic ignition.
Delkevic exhaust.
Custom paint.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Avon Trailrider tires with date codes of 4217.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Danville, California, this Honda is offered on a clean California title with registration current through June 2025.
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