Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
26th March 2025 - 9:00AM
1977 Honda 550 Super Sport
Owned since 1983
Estimate
£2, 500 - £3, 500
Registration No: TYL 506S
Frame No: CB550F1027084
MOT: Exempt
Current ownership for the last 42 years
Current V5C and old MOT history
Mostly original and correct numbers
The Honda Motor Company was founded by Soichiro Honda in 1937, initially producing piston rings for Toyota. They made their first motorcycle in 1949 and within 10 years had become the biggest motorcycle manufacturer in the world. They have gone on to produce over 400 million two-wheelers as well as millions of other power products. The legendary CB750/ 4 was launched in 1969 to great acclaim and laid down the blueprint for the modern-day superbike and began a range of SOHC Honda fours ranging from 350cc upwards. The 500 model followed shortly after the 750, eventually growing to 550cc.
This 1977 Honda 550 Super Sport has been one by the current vendor for the last 42 years. The Honda was purchased by the vendor from a close friend, so it's been known to him for all of its life. The vendor has always maintained the machine and it is in generally good condition for its age. In his ownership, he has enjoyed riding the Honda for work and social events. It has not been used on the road for a short while and may require some recommissioning before placing it back on the road. It benefits from a DVLA V5 and some old MOT history.
