1967 Honda CB450 'Black Bomber'

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‘MJG353F’ is a beautifully restored example of a very pivotal model for Honda – the CB450. Nicknamed the Black Bomber by dint of the early bikes’ black only livery, a characteristic that ‘MJG353F’ exhibits perfectly. Fully restored in an earlier ownership, ‘MJG353F’ was acquired by the current and eight keeper in January 2024. ‘MJG353F’ comes with copious paperwork detailing the restoration undertaken by a well-known, reputable motorcycle restorer. ‘MJG353F’ has been dry stored in current ownership with the vendor reporting that “it runs superbly.” All in all, this is a rare opportunity to own a superb example of Honda’s first “big” motorcycle and forerunner to the legendary CB750.

By 1959 Honda were already the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world producing over 500,000 units per annum. With these almost exclusively small commuter models for the Asian market, Honda aimed to conquer European and North American markets. The CB450 was their Trojan horse. Hailing from the second model year, ‘MJG353F’ exhibits all the key traits that made this model so revolutionary. It presents in gleaming black and silver livery with the familiar chrome sided tank and generous pillion saddle. Everything visible seems to support the vendor’s description of this bike as “mint.” Unsurprisingly then, bodywork, paintwork and rider environment are all rated as “excellent.”

It was the CB450’s technical specification that really put the cat amongst the pigeons, however. In common with all CB450’s, ‘MJG353F’ features a 444cc straight-twin with revolutionary double overhead camshafts and a horizontally split, leak free crankcase. This finely engineered unit was a true 100bhp / litre offering which was disqualified from many competitions of the day as it was considered too much like a factory built race bike. The originals would easily top 100mph whilst delivering 65mpg. Other innovations showcased on ‘MJG353F’ include electric starter, five speed transmission and pair of 36mm constant velocity carburettors - a first on a production motorcycle. The engine, transmission and electrics are all rated as “excellent.”

In summary:

A beautifully and professionally restored example of this watershed motorcycle
Offered with plenty of supporting paperwork covering the restoration period
Described as running superbly

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