LOT 352
1963 Honda 247cc CB72 Registration no. 547 FFR Frame no. 314793 Engine no. 314806
Sold for £3,680 inc. premium
Lot 352
1963 Honda 247cc CB72Registration no. 547 FFR Frame no. 314793 Engine no. 314806
The Autumn Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show, Stafford|9 October 2021, 12:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1963 Honda 247cc CB72
Registration no. 547 FFR
Frame no. 314793
Engine no. 314806
Registration no. 547 FFR
Frame no. 314793
Engine no. 314806
Introduced in 1960, the CB72 retained the basic layout of the preceding C70 and C71 but with wet-sump lubrication and a gearbox-mounted clutch. In addition, the sporting CB changed to a 180-degree crankshaft and twin carburettors, and used a tubular spine frame instead of the pressed-steel chassis of the tourers. Producing 24bhp at a then-stratospheric 9,000rpm, and weighing only 340lbs, the CB72 possessed an excellent power-to-weight ratio endowing it with performance challenging that of many British 500s. Boasting an overhead-camshaft engine, electric starter, rev counter and twin-leading-shoe brakes, the CB72 was unmatched by any of its rivals and is one of the most desirable of early Japanese classics. This CB72 is described by the private vendor as in generally good condition, benefiting from new wheel rims and overhauled speedometer and rev counter. Run in February 2020, the machine is offered with sundry bills, old/current V5C documents, and an expired MoT (2014).
Footnotes
As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.
Saleroom notices
The frame number is CB72-314793. The engine number is CB72E-314806.





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