Description
Unusual V3 liquid-cooled two-stroke from Honda, manufactured for about one year in 1983 for the Japanese domestic market, exported only in small numbers to New Zealand, Australia, Switzerland and possibly Italy.
Likely to be one of the few, if any, for sale worldwide, including in Japan, and in top roadworthy condition.
Engine and gearbox rebuilt professionally by experienced Honda motorcycle specialist in 2023. Receipts available.
Very good paint, rubber, seat and fixtures. Bike not ridden since restoration.
Two paintwork blemishes as shown in the photos.
Starts and runs perfectly.
Comes with original toolkit, comprehensive Honda workshop manual, parts lists, owner's manual, some spares, and April 1983 "Two Wheels" road test for the model.
I bought this bike privately in New Zealand in 2020 because the engine configuration intrigues me and it had been on my bucket list for 40 years.
It was allegedly in perfect running order. While cosmetically that was true, and the bike is stunning to behold, it was untrue of the engine and gearbox.
I had those rebuilt by one of New Zealand's leading Honda motorcycle agents with new pistons, rings, head gaskets, head washers, clutch plates, 3rd and 6th gear countershafts and selector fork, some items of which I sourced new from a small specialist 2-stroke motorcycle workshop in Japan. The Honda agent also had the cylinder liners re-plated. The bike runs very well, with the characteristic sound of a reed valve two-stroke engine.
Obviously not left- or right-hand drive. Its a motorcycle!
Offers considered, so don't be shy.
Collection and transport will be buyer's responsibility.
