1974 HONDA CB550 FOUR SUPER SPORT - CAFE RACER

KEY FACTS

• An impressive example of Honda’s CB550 Four Super Sport, which has been converted to a classic café racer at The Old Boys Motorcycle Workshop in Poole.
• It is powered by a rebuilt 544cc inline-four, fed by Keihin Specials 29 carburettors, coupled to a five-speed transmission.
• The bike is fresh from a service carried out in June 2021.
• Originally registered overseas, it was imported to the UK and re-registered in September 1996.        

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The front end of this CB550 was rebuilt to enable fitment of a Hagon 3.5-inch front rim and a dual brake discs conversion, while the rear end was widened to accommodate a 4.25-inch rim and custom rear sets.
• Its seat is a bespoke job trimmed in Alcantara and with a leather boot over the cowling. There is a handmade tail tidy, while the electrics and battery are housed under the seat for a cleaner look.
• This CB550 now features Bluetooth capability and Motogadget electronics, switchgear and lights.
• The 544cc engine was rebuilt and tuned, and it was fitted a matt black 4-into-1 exhaust gives the bike a gorgeous growl.
• Its V5 will be included, along with two keys.
• The bike is registered as a ‘Historic’ vehicle, so is exempt from road tax.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage, and its black paintwork remains in great shape.
• Similarly, the diamond-stitched rider’s seat and bespoke rear are in excellent condition, and the electrics are all in good working order.
• The most recent MOT test was on 28 April 2017 at 9,135 miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories or defects.
• Its most recent service was in June 2021.

SUMMARY

This Honda CB550 Four Super Sport is an eye-catching take on the classic motorcycle, converted to a café racer by The Old Boys Motorcycle Workshop. It is unique in fully utilising existing original parts to maintain the classic look of an iconic bike, while taking full advantage of modern technology that is neatly hidden away to maintain the 1970s aesthetic. The vendor states that it is a stand-out example, unlikely to be repeated. The CB550 has recently been serviced and would now make a fantastic weekend toy for any bike enthusiast.

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