LOT 62

c.1964 Honda CB77 Racing Motorcycle Registration no. CBP 596B Frame no. CB77 101776 Engine no. CB77E-102139

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Lot 62

c.1964 Honda CB77 Racing Motorcycle

Motorcycles Online - The Summer Sale|24 June 2024, 13:01 BST|Online, Milton Keynes

c.1964 Honda CB77 Racing Motorcycle
Registration no. CBP 596B
Frame no. CB77 101776
Engine no. CB77E-102139

Honda's first model to make an impact in the middleweight class, the CB77 arrived in 1963 and was essentially an over-bored CB72 250, closely resembling its progenitor. Introduced in 1960, the twin-cylinder CB72 had retained the basic layout of the preceding C70 and C71 but with wet sump lubrication and 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.

With an overhead-camshaft engine, electric starter, rev counter and twin-leading-shoe front brake, the CB twins boasted a specification unmatched by any of their rivals. They were no slouches either: producing 28.5bhp at 9,000rpm and weighing just 350lbs, the CB77 possessed an excellent power-to-weight ratio, endowing it with a level of performance equal to that of most British 500s. The model is now one of the most sought after of early Japanese classics.

This 'racerised' CB77 is fitted with factory rear-set footrests, factory silencers, bespoke headlight brackets, and carburettor bell mouths (there is no kickstart). The tank and seat are believed to be by Read Titan and the machine is also believed to have a 350cc conversion by Harmon Collins (however at the time of cataloguing it has not been possible to determine the cc therefore bidders must satisfy themselves as to the capacity). There is no V5C with this motorcycle but its registration is listed to the DVLA database; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its registration status prior to bidding. The machine has been stored unused for over 20 years and will require restoration before returning to the racetrack. Sold strictly as viewed.

Offered with key

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