1973 Honda CB

cb500-2102423

1973 Honda CB 500 Four"Super Sport 500"All OriginalLow ReserveLow MilesBIDDING STARTS AT .99 CENTS! Up for sale is a beautiful 1973 Honda CB500 four recovered from a San Francisco bay area estate. The CB500 was introduced in the early 1970's as a smaller better performing version of the legendary CB750. The 48 hp CB500 four was manufactured for three short years before it was changed to the CB550 making the CB500 four a rare find esspecially in this kind of original condition. Being a 1973 model it was equipt with more options including an enlarged instrument panel that was tilted towards the rider. This fine 500 four is an awesome bike that you can cruise the open road with ease or conquer the twisty back country with authority. Don't miss out on this special opportunity to own this "Super Sport 500" that is priced to sell with a very low reserve. Cosmetically this 500 four is in excellent condition, from the Maxim Metallic Brown teardrop gas tank to the classic chrome 4 into 4 exhaust system. Not only does the tank have a timeless look it is in very nice conditionThe paint shines like the sun, there is a small area by the cap with light clear coat fade. There is no major scratchesor dents. There is one minor ding on the front right. The side covers are top quality with absolutely no dings or scratches. All the chrome is in beautiful condition and shines with a mirror like finish. All the alluminum from theengine to the wheels is also in very good condition with a beautiful finish. There is a few spots on the engine with minor oxidation of the alluminum, very common with vintage motorcycles. The tires are original and functionalbut should be replaced before extensive use. The original seat is in perfect condition with absolutely no rips ortears. There is nothing missing from the bike is has 2 mirros and all of it's turn signals. It also comes with abeautiful California BLUE liscense plate. Mechanically this super sport 500 is in good shape. The engine runs nicely and the 5 speed transmission shifts through all the gears with out any clunking. Being a bike that has been sitting for a very long time the carbs should be cleaned out for optimum performance. It will not idle on it's own because of this, it will start up with the electric and kick starter and is fully capable to run smoothly. Both brakes are functional as well as all of the electrical. The rear light does not work I have not looked at any of the wires to see if there is a bad connection. With a solid carb clean this should be a reliable daily driver. THIS RARE VINTAGE SUPER SPORT 500 MOTORBIKE IS IN WONDERFUL ORIGINAL CONDITION. A PERFECT CANDIDATE FOR A WEEKEND ENTHUSIAST OR A AVID COLLECTOR OF CLASSIC HONDA'S. DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY TO OWN THIS BIKE AT A VERY LOW RESERVE!!! Additional Information, Please Read Before Bidding Please only bid if you intend to buy. If you have any questions or concerns, please ask BEFORE you bid. It is very frustrating to have bidders who are not serious buyers and it is not fair to the other bidders. Because the bike came from an estate, the title was unable to be recovered the bike will be sold with a Bill of Sale. A "Title Only" can be obtained from the DMV at additional cost Please have all funds in place prior to bidding and make sure you are able to follow all the directions of the auction prior to bidding. If you are unable to do this, please do not bid. Please do not email with request for the reserve. The reserve should have no bearing on what you feel comfortable bidding. The reserve is the least we will accept.We require a $500 non refundable deposit within 24 hours of the close of the auction to be made via paypal. The balance must be paid before 5:00 PM on the Friday following the auction.Other than the deposit NO amount of the balance will be accepted through paypalBuyer is responsible for shipping of the vehicle and all costs associated with it. If you require the title to be overnighted to you, there is a $25.00 charge for this, the charge will be more for international postage. EXPORT OKWE CAN HELP PUT YOU IN CONTACT WITH AFFORDABLE SHIPPING TO JUST ABOUT ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD!We can assist you in finding the most cost effective shipper just about anywhere in the United States or around the world. We are in the San Francisco Bay Area, very close to the port of Oakland and a few hundred dollars away for the port of Los Angeles or Long Beach. For overseas shipping, check with Chris Ortiz from CFR Line. His direct telephone number is (310) 223-0471 EXT 2109 and email ischris@cfline.com. Their website is www.shipcfr.com . For shipping throughout the United States check with www.gotruckgo.comBuyer is responsible for all DMV charges.www.1aamotorcycles.comTHANK YOU FOR LOOKING AND HAPPY BIDDING