Honda, 1972 Honda CB500 Four

It is finished in metallic gold with black accents and powered by an air-cooled 498cc SOHC inline-four paired with a five-speed transmission. Equipment includes a two-up seat, a front disc brake, a four-into-four exhaust system, four Keihin carburetors, chrome fenders, and both kick and electric starters. An oil change was performed in preparation for the sale. This CB500 is offered at no reserve with a tool kit and spare parts.

The side panels and the 3.7-gallon fuel tank are finished in metallic gold with black accents and white pinstripes. Equipment includes a black vinyl-upholstered two-up seat, street lighting, and both center and side stands as well as brightwork including the fenders, mirrors, and engine guards. The seller notes pitting on the chrome grab bar. Wire-spoke wheels measuring 19″ up front and 18″ out back wear Shinko tires. Braking is handled by a front disc and a rear drum. Suspension consists of a conventional fork with rubber gaiters as well as dual adjustable chrome shocks mounted to the rear swingarm. Photos show pitting on the chrome-steel rims.

The chrome handlebar is affixed to the top triple clamp via a clamp that contains a row of four indicator lights. Green-dial instrumentation consists of a replacement 130-mph speedometer and a tachometer with a 9,250-rpm redline. The five-digit odometer shows 80 miles.  The air-cooled 498cc SOHC inline-four is equipped with a set of four Keihin carburetors, a four-into-four exhaust system, and both kick and electric starters. Factory-rated output was 48 horsepower and 33 lb-ft of torque. The oil was changed in preparation for the sale. Power is sent to the rear wheel through a five-speed transmission and a drive chain. A set of tools, a speedometer, and extra parts are included in the sale.