1981 Honda CB650
Current bid $1,850
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Details
| Year | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Model | CB650 |
| Series | Cruiser |
| VIN | JH2RC0514BM104767 |
| Mileage | 7,875 miles |
| Colour (as listed by seller) | Blue |
| Transmission | Not recorded |
| Seller | kaplancycles |
| Listed by | eBay |
| Location | Vernon-Rockville, Connecticut |
| Notes | AUCTION |
About this bike
For sale on eBay: a 1981 Honda CB650 (Cruiser), Blue, in Vernon-Rockville, Connecticut. Watch Video Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Current bid $1,850 on eBay.
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Listing details from the bike's own eBay listing: Year: 1981; Make: Honda; Model: CB650; Mileage: 7,875 miles; Engine: 650 cc; Type: Cruiser; Color: Blue. Watch Video Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Paste link into a browser window: [isdntekvideo] 1981 HONDA CB650 CUSTOM MINT ORIGINAL WITH ONLY 7,800 ORIGINAL MILES STUNNING ORIGINAL PAINT & CHROME CLEAN TITLE IN HAND MUSEUM DISPLAY BIKE! PHOTO SHOWS RAIN DROPS ON PAINT BECAUSE IT STARTED RAINING! RARE SURVIVOR! BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL CONDITION! CLASSIC HONDA INLINE FOUR! AN EXCEPTIONAL WINTER PROJECT! Offered for sale by Kaplan Cycles and the New England Motorcycle Museum is this absolutely stunning 1981 Honda CB650 Custom , a remarkably well-preserved example of Honda's legendary four-cylinder motorcycles! With only 7,800 original miles showing , gorgeous original factory blue, silver, and gold paint, beautiful chrome, and an exceptionally clean overall appearance, this CB650 Custom is a true time capsule. This motorcycle has spent years on display at the New England Motorcycle Museum, where it has been admired and preserved as part of our classic motorcycle collection. With several new collections arriving, we're rotating some of our longtime display motorcycles out of the museum to make room for the next generation of classics. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an exceptionally clean, low-mileage vintage Honda that's ready for a proper mechanical recommissioning. THE LEGENDARY HONDA CB650 FOUR The CB650 Custom represents everything that made Honda's four-cylinder motorcycles legendary: smooth power delivery, exceptional engineering, reliability, and timeless styling. Powered by Honda's 626cc air-cooled, single-overhead-cam inline four-cylinder engine , featuring four carburetors and four individual chrome exhaust pipes, the CB650 delivers that unmistakable sound and smoothness that made Honda fours famous. And this isn't just the standard CB650. This is the desirable Custom model , featuring distinctive factory styling that sets it apart from the conventional models. Factory CB650 Custom highlights include: Legendary 626cc air-cooled inline four-cylinder engine Single overhead camshaft design Four carburetors Four beautiful individual chrome exhaust pipes Five-speed manual transmission Distinctive 16-inch rear wheel with wide rear tire Factory stepped two-up saddle Pullback handlebars for a comfortable riding position Sculpted teardrop-style fuel tank Beautiful original blue, silver, and gold factory paint scheme Electric starting system Factory center stand The four individual chrome exhaust pipes are one of the defining features of this motorcycle. They give this classic Honda an unmistakable appearance that you simply don't see on modern motorcycles. AN EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN ORIGINAL SURVIVOR What makes this particular CB650 Custom special is its remarkable cosmetic preservation. The paint and chrome are original factory finishes, not a recent restoration. Take a close look at the photos and video. The original blue, silver, and gold paint presents beautifully, with the kind of color and finish that makes this motorcycle stand out even among other machines. The chrome exhaust pipes are exceptionally attractive, and the overall appearance is remarkably well preserved for a motorcycle manufactured in 1981. Condition highlights: Only 7,800 original miles showing Beautiful original factory paint Excellent-appearing original chrome Original factory four-pipe exhaust system Original saddle in outstanding condition Original factory mirrors Beautiful, clean instrument gauges Smooth, light clutch lever operation Original factory center stand intact Clean handlebars, grips, levers, and mirrors No apparent evidence of the motorcycle having been dropped or crashed Very clean overall engine and chassis presentation New England Motorcycle Museum display motorcycle The original saddle is particularly impressive, presenting in near-mint cosmetic condition. The gauges look beautiful, the clutch pull is smooth as butter, and there is no visible road rash on the grips, levers, or mirrors that would suggest a previous accident. From the original paint to the four chrome exhaust pipes, this motorcycle has the appearance of a carefully preserved survivor. Finding a CB650 Custom this clean, with such low indicated mileage and so many original components intact, is becoming increasingly difficult. MECHANICAL CONDITION – PLEASE READ THIS MOTORCYCLE IS BEING SOLD AS-IS, AS A NON-RUNNING RECOMMISSIONING PROJECT. This motorcycle has spent years on display at the New England Motorcycle Museum and has not been prepared for regular road use. It will require a complete mechanical inspection and recommissioning before being returned to service. Known items requiring attention include: Complete carburetor rebuilding and cleaning Fuel tank and fuel system cleaning and inspection New battery Gas cap key replacement or replacement gas cap Complete mechanical inspection and service Inspection of tires, brakes, suspension, and all safety-related systems Replacement of fluids and other age-related maintenance items as necessary IMPORTANT GAS CAP KEY INFORMATION: The motorcycle comes with two ignition keys , including a spare. However, the gas cap was keyed separately, and its key has been misplaced. The new owner will need to obtain a replacement gas cap key or replace the gas cap. We have not completed the work necessary to return this motorcycle to running condition, and we are selling it exactly as described. With more than 240 motorcycles in our inventory awaiting service, restoration, or preparation for sale, we simply cannot restore every classic motorcycle that comes through our doors. Rather than let this beautiful machine continue sitting in storage, we're offering it to the next enthusiast who can give it the attention it deserves. THE PERFECT WINTER PROJECT Imagine having this stunning CB650 Custom in your garage this winter. The cosmetic preservation is already a major advantage. The original paint, beautiful chrome exhaust, seat, gauges, mirrors, and cycle parts provide a fantastic
What the photos show
- Dark blue Honda CB650 Custom shown outdoors, very presentable with gold pinstripes, chrome fenders and a stepped black seat.
- Blue tank and CB650 Custom side covers look glossy and original-looking, with bright chrome on the four-into-two exhaust.
- Inline-four engine and carburettors look clean as visible, with light rust spotting low on the exhaust joints in underside views.
- Odometer is legible at 7,875 miles, with twin gauges, key in the ignition and a Honda key tag visible.
- ComStar-style alloy wheels, front disc and rear drum, and Dunlop-type road tires are shown in close-up.
- Headstock plate in the photos confirms a 1981 CB650C, matching the listing.
- Cannot judge cold start, running, carb sync, charging or title from photos alone.
Money: $1,850 asking buys a clean, low-mileage-looking CB650 Custom as photographed; verify it starts and runs on all four, check tire dates and confirm title before bidding.
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