1981 Honda CBX

Description

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The CBX wasn’t the first production six-cylinder bike (that honor belongs to the Benelli Sei), but it quickly became the standard as a naked superbike with an intoxicating soundtrack. The model debuted in 1979 a decade after Honda forever changed the motorcycling world with the CB750, and the CBX promised another revolution. Honda had also developed a four cylinder 1000cc engine that produced nearly as much power for the CBX but thankfully went ahead with the six cylinder version gifting the motorcycle world another gem of Honda engineering.

It was big and brutal – the engine alone weighed 233 pounds, while the whole package was just under 600 pounds wet. For the last two years of production (1981 and 1982) Honda decided the CBX had a better chance of success in the market as a sport-tourer. The motor was detuned but everything else got beefier – the frame was strengthened to support the installation of a fairing and hard luggage. To cope with the extra weight Honda also added bigger dual front brake discs, 39mm air forks, and a Pro-Link monoshock.

This example is VIN: SC0605BC30062. The seller acquired the bike approximately five years ago. He reports that the previous owner “had kept it stored in his garage for eight years.” He is selling the bike because he has three 1979 CBXs and would like to downsize his collection.

During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 1,000 miles. The odometer shows 34,714 miles.

Maintenance:
Per the seller, “this 1981 CBX1000 Prolink touring example is ready for a long trip.” He adds that he “is a 26-bike collector, a trained mechanic, an experienced restorer and owner of a large imported vehicle service shop. [I] love vintage Japanese and have fully serviced the bike including cleaning the carburetors, doing a full brake service including fluid, new oil and filter, new tires and a full inspection all around. The bike is fully stock, including the exhaust, which is a high value item. This one is road ready and the new buyer will not have to do anything in terms of maintenance.”

Modifications:
Per the seller, this CBX is stock.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Dunlop tires.

The sale includes one key.

Cosmetic Blemishes:
After preparing the listing, the seller sourced a new right-side panel, which will be replaced prior to sale. Below, please find photos of the affected panel as well as the replacement.

Currently located in Fremont, California, this CBX is offered on a clean California title with registration current through November 2024.

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