Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1966 Honda CB72
Estimate
£3, 000 - £4, 000
Registration No: KKH 210D
Frame No: CB72102627
MOT: Exempt
A well-executed older restoration displaying many original features
Cared for since 2019 by a well-known vintage vehicle engineer
Offered with a large paperwork file containing many invoices
Honda made its first motorcycle in 1949 and within ten years had become the biggest producer in the world. Making its début in 1960, the CB72 was one of the first Hondas to go on sale in Europe, offering lively performance from its four-stroke, overhead-cam, 247cc inclined twin-cylinder engine, which was paired with a four-speed gearbox. Many enthusiasts credit it with influencing the decline of the British motorcycle industry, as it was so much more advanced than typical British machines of the time, and could outperform larger offerings from British makers, with its engine offering some 25bhp and a 90mph top speed. With 200mm twin leading-shoe brakes front and rear, it could stop well, too. The last examples were made in 1967.
This beautiful 1966 CB72 appears in excellent condition, having obviously been restored to a high standard at some stage in the past. It was purchased by our vendor, a well-known vintage vehicle engineer, in 2019, and during his ownership has been enjoyed throughout the summer months. Like most Honda’s, its energetic but well-mannered behaviour should make it a joy for anyone who likes to use their bikes regularly. It is supplied with the V5C, two sets of keys, and a large paperwork file including many invoices.
** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply**
Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
