When did the Honda CB550 go into production?
The Honda CB550 was introduced in 1974 and remained in production for five short years until 1978. The CB550 was in some respects a “bug fix” model descended from its predecessor the CB500 and made to not only improve on power but to remedy the technical faults that had dogged the CB500.
Is the Honda CB550K a family bike?
The Honda 500K & 550 family bikes went through an engine size change as well as a different model carburetor used on the CB550K3 & 4. Here are the jet sizes to the best of our knowledge. We have seen combinations of following:
What was the CB550K4 model year in 1978?
1978 CB550K4 The 1978 model was offered in two colors, Candy Alpha Red and Excel Black. Changes from 1977 include a gold pinstripe on the side covers and a dual contour seat with a stepped section for the passenger. CB550F Serial Numbers Model
Is the CB750 the same as the CB550 F?
Cosmetically, the CB550 was a smaller version of the CB750 from the 4 pipe K model to the four-into-one F model. Technical Specifications for the CB550 remained virtually unchanged over the model lines. Like it’s larger sibling, the 550 proved a reliable, comfortable, easy-to-maintain, every-day motorcycle. Perfect for the time.
Is there a 1978 Honda CB550K in good condition?
1978 HONDA CB550K IN GREAT CONDITION READY FOR RESTORATION. Bike does not run! Engine turns fine, gas tank appears to be in very nice shape as well as the chrome. I never attempted to start this bike. This is a very nice complete example ready to be restored. Bike came in from California.
Cosmetically, the CB550 was a smaller version of the CB750 from the 4 pipe K model to the four-into-one F model. Technical Specifications for the CB550 remained virtually unchanged over the model lines. Like it’s larger sibling, the 550 proved a reliable, comfortable, easy-to-maintain, every-day motorcycle. Perfect for the time.
Is the Honda CB550 Super Sport cafe racer in good condition?
I am selling my CB550 Super Sport CAFÉ RACER. Run’s Great, great condition, no rust, clean title in hand. This bike is a combination of reconditioned parts, new parts, and original factory parts from 1978 in great working condition. New parts include…
What was the first year of the CB550K?
The CB550K was introduced in 1974 as an update to the CB500 in the US market. The models were cosmetically similar; mechanically, aside from the extra 50cc displacement, significant improvements in the transmission. The 1974 CB550K was offered in three colors: Flake Sunrise Orange, Boss Maroon Metallic, and Freedom Green Metallic.