Description
This motorcycle is Lot 17 to be auctioned by Bonhams at the Timed-Online January Sale, please see the Bonhams website for full details. The timed online auction runs between January 17th through January 27th, with lots closing from midday January 27th 2025.
Public Viewing:
Available 22nd January 2025 from 09:00 until 17:00, by appointment only at Bonhams Milton Keynes.
Lot 17
1967 Honda 305cc CB77
Registration no. KSC 231E
Frame no. CB77-1028157
Engine no. CB77E-1028183
Honda's first model to make an impact in the middleweight class, the CB77 arrived in 1963 and was essentially an over-bored CB72 250, closely resembling its progenitor. Introduced in 1960, the twin-cylinder CB72 had retained the basic layout of the preceding C70 and C71 but with wet sump lubrication and gearbox-mounted clutch. In addition, the sporting CB changed to a 180-degree crankshaft and twin carburettors, and used a tubular spine frame instead of the pressed-steel chassis of the tourers.
With an overhead-camshaft engine, electric starter, rev counter and twin-leading-shoe front brake, the CB twins boasted a specification unmatched by any of their rivals. They were no slouches either: producing 28. 5bhp at 9, 000rpm and weighing just 350lbs, the CB77 possessed an excellent power-to-weight ratio, endowing it with a level of performance equal to that of most British 500s. The model is now one of the most sought after of early Japanese classics.
This CB77 was previously registered overseas and was first registered in the UK in 2016. The Honda was owned and restored by David Sarginson, who used it regularly until his death in 2023. A photograph on file dates from circa 2022 when Dave won the 'Best Japanese Bike' award at a small local show. When David Sarginson died in 2023 he left the Honda to our vendor. Its new owner tells us that he has had the machine running, although the electric starter was not working properly (there is also a kick-starter fitted). Offered with a V5C document and one key.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
