The Honda CB77, also known as the the Super Hawk, has the glorious distinction of being Honda’s first sportbike. In certain ways, it set the template for the next 20 years of motorcycles thanks to a lovely pairing of speed and reliability. It would also lead to several future classic Hondas like the Black Bomber (CB450) and the ubiquitous CB750.
The 305cc engine had dual carbs, helping it produce 28 horsepower. You got an electric/kick start, steel-tube frame, and a top speed of around 100 miles per hour. A little factoid for you – a red CB77 Super Hawk was the mount of Robert Pirsig when he took the trip that was documented in the classic book, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. For more on the Superhawk, check out this website dedicated to the model.
This example (VIN: CB771005443) has 16,726 miles, about 3k of which the seller has put on in the last couple of years. “It has been an excellent and trustworthy steed, always starting on the first kick or first push of the starter button. This bike has been owned by serious enthusiasts for the past 20 plus years, and the previous owner spent thousands and thousands at a vintage motorcycle shop having all sorts of work done to make it not just a good looking bike, but a good riding bike too.” The seller says that everything works, nothing leaks, and that it’s “very presentable from 5 feet away,” noting some minor wear which is very understandable for the age. I think the asking price is pretty reasonable as well – I sold my little 160 for similar money back in 2023.
Find this Superhawk for sale with a BIN of $3,500 in Grass Valley, California here on eBay.