Honda 1000 CBX Prolink
French title Engine n° SC03E-2302958 - An exceptional six-cylinder machine - Legendary and powerful motorcycle - More reliable Prolink version - no reserve For Honda, six-cylinder engines weren't new: the Honda-6 of Jim Redman and Mike Hailwood had dominated 250cc and 350cc competitions during the 1960s, thrilling and petrifying fans with its incredible noise. However, it wasn't until 1978 that Honda unveiled its first six-cylinder touring bike, at the Brussels Motor Show : the 1000 CBX. Technically, the engine was a masterpiece, an overhead twin cam with four valves per cylinder and a bank of six Keihin carburettors. What really attracted attention, however, was its power. For the first time, a bike with more than 100 bhp ! In fact, the 1,047cc six-cylinder engine produced 105bhp, and the CBX accelerated easily to 220 km/h, if not more. The weakness of the bike was the frame. With a spine frame and stressed engine, it lacked rigidity and the suspension wasn't great. These problems were later resolved by using larger forks and rear Prolink suspension, which provided this exceptional machine with improved stability. Bought in August 2008, this Honda 1000 CBX was completely restored in 2009 including the drive chain, new tyres and brake adjustment and, in 2011, the bank of carburettors were tuned. Previous to this, it had been re-painted and it is fitted with a seat designed and made specially by Moillo Design. The bike also has a head bearing which provides good protection and makes long journeys more practical. This is a version with Prolink suspension which gives the bike the best road holding and better stability at high speed. Without even considering the aesthetic qualities of its six-cylinders, there is no other bike that matches it. What's more, it is easy to ride and has the reliability that made Honda's name.
French title Engine n° SC03E-2302958 - An exceptional six-cylinder machine - Legendary and powerful motorcycle - More reliable Prolink version - no reserve For Honda, six-cylinder engines weren't new: the Honda-6 of Jim Redman and Mike Hailwood had dominated 250cc and 350cc competitions during the 1960s, thrilling and petrifying fans with its incredible noise. However, it wasn't until 1978 that Honda unveiled its first six-cylinder touring bike, at the Brussels Motor Show : the 1000 CBX. Technically, the engine was a masterpiece, an overhead twin cam with four valves per cylinder and a bank of six Keihin carburettors. What really attracted attention, however, was its power. For the first time, a bike with more than 100 bhp ! In fact, the 1,047cc six-cylinder engine produced 105bhp, and the CBX accelerated easily to 220 km/h, if not more. The weakness of the bike was the frame. With a spine frame and stressed engine, it lacked rigidity and the suspension wasn't great. These problems were later resolved by using larger forks and rear Prolink suspension, which provided this exceptional machine with improved stability. Bought in August 2008, this Honda 1000 CBX was completely restored in 2009 including the drive chain, new tyres and brake adjustment and, in 2011, the bank of carburettors were tuned. Previous to this, it had been re-painted and it is fitted with a seat designed and made specially by Moillo Design. The bike also has a head bearing which provides good protection and makes long journeys more practical. This is a version with Prolink suspension which gives the bike the best road holding and better stability at high speed. Without even considering the aesthetic qualities of its six-cylinders, there is no other bike that matches it. What's more, it is easy to ride and has the reliability that made Honda's name.