LOT 422

1968 Honda CB450 K1 Frame no. CB450 3004651 Engine no. CB450E 3004714 1968 Honda CB450 Registration no. FND 413F Frame no. CB450 3004651 Engine no. CB450E 3004714

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1968 Honda CB450 K1 Frame no. CB450 3004651 Engine no. CB450E 3004714, 1968 Honda CB450

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|21 April 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1968 Honda CB450 K1 Frame no. CB450 3004651 Engine no. CB450E 3004714
1968 Honda CB450
Registration no. FND 413F
Frame no. CB450 3004651
Engine no. CB450E 3004714

The arrival of Honda's CB450 in 1965 should have dispelled any lingering doubts about Japan's intention to compete in all sectors of the motorcycle marketplace. Known affectionately as the 'Black Bomber' after its black finish, the CB450 was Honda's largest model when launched and capitalised on experience gained with a succession of smaller twins. Nevertheless, the CB450 departed from Honda's usual practice in numerous ways, in particular its twin overhead camshafts, torsion-bar valve springs, and constant-velocity carburettors. The tubular frame - replacing Honda's traditional fabricated spine type - was another departure from the norm. With a top speed exceeding 100mph and a standing quarter-mile time in the 14-second bracket, the refined CB450 sounded the death knell, not just for the traditional British '500', but for the entire UK motorcycle industry.

This CB450 was imported from Kansas, USA and first registered in the UK in 2014 (see US history email correspondence on file). Apparently the Honda was barn-stored from 1970 until 2010 when it was recommissioned. The odometer reading is only 632 miles and the machine is presented in original condition. Since its arrival here the Honda has had two former keepers and was acquired by our vendor in October 2019. Last run in March 2024, the machine is described by our vendor as in excellent condition throughout. Accompanying paperwork consists of a dating certificate, an HPI check sheet, Photocopy of State of Kansas title and a V5C.

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