If you came of age in the late 1960s you were divided into two categories. Those that owned a 305 Scrambler or those that wanted one. Ah, sure, the CB77 Superhawk had it’s followers, but everybody wanted a Scrambler.
Honda had clearly pushed the needle in the motorcycle world with the advent of the Superhawk in 1961, but it was until the Scrambler was introduced that the general motorcycle public realized just how good they were.
This was among the first pure dual sport machines. It could easily exceed the highest speed limit and could do so on a dirt track if the rider could handle it. The 1968 Baja 1000 was won by a CL77.
Powered by a 305.4 cc (18.6 cid) overhead cam twin the scrambler had a heavier frame with down tube that the ‘hawk didn’t have. 19” wheels and adequate suspension travel allowed the usage in the dirt. Brakes were drums on both ends and considered adequate to good at the time. The Scrambler came with a steering damper installed from the factory.
This particular Scrambler is an unrestored original with 3,561 miles on it. It’s definitely a classic. If you are interested this one is available on Cycle Trader for $6,000 in Westport, Indiana. I still want one….