c.1992 Honda GB500TT

Sought after ‘TT’ model

Estimate: £3,000 - £4,000*

Reg No: Unregistered Frame No: JHPC1603KA002102

CC: 500 Engine No: TBA

MOT: None

• Honda’s stylish take on the classic 1960s British big single

• 500cc version with sports seat, electric start and alloy rims

• Not registered in the UK, but supplied with German papers

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 GB500TT was a Japanese domestic market model designed to re-create the classic British single, like the BSA Gold Star, but with modern-day reliability, disc front brake, 12v lighting and an electric starter.

This striking-looking model is the more sought-after ‘TT’ version with its single seat and low handlebars. This bike is the natural successor to the BSA Gold Star featuring a Honda’s RVFC radial four-valve head and most importantly, an electric starter. A perfect combination of Honda’s legendary build quality with the character of a 1960s British cafe racer. Bought by the vendor in 2018 and never registered in the UK, he has ridden it each summer on its German documents that come supplied with the bike.