1968 Honda Other

Salvage

You are looking at an incredibly original and rare 5,777 mile Honda SS125. The SS125 when launched in 1967, was based on the Japan only CS125, with 13bhp @10,000rpm. Honda realising there was still a small but significant 125cc market in the U.K, Australia and the USA, put slimmer sports mudguards onto their CS home market model, and thus was born the SS125. It was the only 125cc four stroke twin available in the counties to which it was exported, a sales success, with the lightweight ‘sloper’ engine, elegant race style mudguards, and light weight, just 95kg it looked right. It was also brisk enough to be interesting. The blue/silver and red/silver colour schemes also enhanced the clean no frills design. In terms of real World performance, the SS125 was a nicer ride than the CB92, the suspension was nicer, with ‘Proper’ front forks, and the 13bhp engine was much more tractable, aided by the C.V carburetor. The relatively low purchase price for such a pretty and well made machine also did no harm to its sales numbers. This one obviously needs help! It says clear title, but I had to put something there. It does not have a title and does not run. The motor does not kick over, but I feel it has to do with the chain having some much rust (can't be for sure motor is free, but it could be!). The throttle is free and moves easily. The tank looks pretty good from the outside, but I cannot see inside because the cap won't open (I don't want to force it with a large wrench). This bike is about 95% all there (with key) and could be very cool and RARE with some TLC. Shipping responsibility relies completely on the buyer! Thanks.