Restored – 1973 Honda SL70

In Dual-Sport, Japan, Small Displacement by AbhiLeave a Comment

Post Sale Update: After being relisted several times, this SL70 sold for a lowered BIN of $3,950.


One of Honda’s many popular small displacement trail bikes of the 70s, the SL70 features a 72cc engine and a four-speed transmission. It was very successful with young riders who were learning how to ride dirt and motocross.

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The SL was built for 4 years and most of the production went to the United States. It was succeeded by the XL70 in 1974. According to the seller, this SL (VIN: SL701110117) is the “Holy Grail” of all Honda 70s. Whether or not you agree, you can tell that he bike has been disassembled down to the frame, which has been powdercoated. The bike got a repaint in the original candy yellow metallic, and the engine was torn apart, cleaned via ultrasound, vapor blasted, bored over, and then repainted. According to the seller, every gasket, seal, and o-ring has been replaced.

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Find this SL for sale in Anderson, South Carolina with bidding up to $2,100 and the reserve not yet met