LOT 242

1979 Honda CBX1000 Supersport Registration no. DUJ 231T Frame no. CB1-2003311 Engine no. CB1E-1001063

Sold for £6,900 inc. premium

Lot 242

1979 Honda CBX1000 Supersport

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|11 October 2026, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1979 Honda CBX1000 Supersport
Registration no. DUJ 231T
Frame no. CB1-2003311
Engine no. CB1E-1001063

Just as it had in the preceding decade with the four-cylinder CB750, Honda stunned the world again in the 1970s, introducing the Gold Wing super-tourer and the outrageous six-cylinder CBX1000. Launched in 1978, the latter was not the first six of the modern era, Benelli's 750 Sei having beaten it by a couple of years, but it was by far the biggest and fastest. Launched in 'naked', twin-shock form, the CBX was revamped for 1981, gaining Pro-Link mono-shock rear suspension, a half fairing and ventilated front disc brakes. Weighing around 550lb and with 105bhp on tap, the CBX was good for over 130mph and scorched through the standing quarter-mile in around 12 seconds. For most owners, though, it was not the CBX's performance so much as its on-road presence that mattered. Even today, few bikes can match it for charisma, visual appeal and, above all, sound.

Currently displaying a total of 48,796 miles on the odometer, this example was imported into the UK from the USA in 2015 and purchased by the late owner that same year. No previous history is known. The Honda is offered from a private collection of motorcycles which were run regularly up to 2022 when the late owner's ill health prevented any further work or use. All of the machines were purchased from dealers and had been fully serviced prior to joining the collection. None have been ridden since they were confined to storage apart from a short trip to a local show where they were displayed. Currently a non-runner, the CBX will need recommissioning - including a new battery and fuel system checking - before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying documentation consists of a V5C Registration Certificate; CBX owner's manual; sundry invoices; import documentation; and US Title copy.

Following a period of inactivity, this motorcycle will require recommissioning and/or restoration to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's completeness, history, authenticity, originality and mechanical condition prior to bidding.
Offered with key

Saleroom notices

The engine number is CB1E-2001063. The rear tail piece has been removed due to damage and accompanies the Lot.

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