Kott Custom – 1978 Honda CB550

In Cafe Racer, Custom, Japan by Tom WackerLeave a Comment

We all know how popular the Honda CB550 is for a Cafe Racer custom. Most of us know how talented Dustin Kott is with the genre (there are several examples right here on bike-urious). The owner of this bike bought a CB550 because it was his first bike and convinced Kott to have a go with it.

Kott Custom - Honda CB550 - Tank

Besides his normal wizardry at making everything on a motorcycle disappear except for the bits that are utterly essential, Kott cleaned up the lines on this CB550 and extended the swing arm to get the stance right. The headlight was chopped and tucked as close to the triple tree as possible and copper used for accent pieces with stunning black paint and everything else chromed and polished to the max.

Kott Custom - Honda CB550 - Rear Frame

Starting bid is $5,000 and the reserve is not met. The auction ends on Wednesday, September 7. You can find it in Los Angeles, California

The owner has had the bike for 2 years and says he is selling to start a family. Will he name his first son Dustin? It could happen!