1978 HONDA CX500 CUSTOM

KEY FACTS

• A unique take on the Honda CX500, with ‘café racer’ styling.
• It is powered by a rebuilt 500cc engine, coupled to a six-speed transmission.
• It has covered around 150 miles since a comprehensive rebuild, benefiting from two oil changes since then.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The bike now features a custom rear end with a bespoke frame, custom light mounts and rear uprights in the café racer style.
• It is fitted with a stainless engine bolt kit, oil temperature gauge and filler cap.
• The bike was lowered and uprated two inches at the front and with custom rear YSS shocks designed to match the rear frame modifications, creating an even flat line within the frame.
• The brakes have been rebuilt with stainless steel hoses and pistons and drilled front discs, plus there is a Honda CBR master cylinder and custom cooling vents at the rear.
• A bespoke Von-Zeti seat has been added, along with simplified electronics with discreet indicators, LED rear lights, an aftermarket speedometer and re-finished original switchgear.
• There is a Rejuve Motorcycles battery box, lithium-ion battery and radiator cover.
• Its original logbook will be included, along with various MOT certificates and maintenance invoices.

CONDITION

• No known prior bodywork or frame damage.
• Its fuel tank has been resprayed House of Kolor Green and the forks, yokes, stem, swingarm and wheels are gloss black, all presenting superbly.
• Similarly, the custom seat has no wear or damage, and no electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 17 July 2010, which was a pass with one advisory to monitor worn fuel tank mountings, though the bike has been rebuilt since then.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The bike has covered around 150 miles since a full refresh, comprising brake calliper, carburettor and suspension rebuilds, along with a new clutch, bearings, cables, brake pads and shoes.
• The engine oil has been changed twice this work was carried out.

SUMMARY

This Honda CX500 is a superb café racer-style custom build, which remains in excellent condition throughout. It is ready to ride and enjoy immediately, and would make an eye-catching addition to any assembly of two-wheeled machines.

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