How to Identify Vintage Honda Motorcycles
Vintage Honda motorcycles came about after World War II. Soirchiro Honda started the company in 1940 and brought his passion for motor sports to the forefront by building top quality motorcycles priced affordably. These bikes are easily identifiable once one learns what to look for.
Items Needed:
Book on Vintage Honda Motorcycles
- Learn the terminology and names for the vintage Honda motorcycles by purchasing a guide book of vintage Honda motorcycles found at most retail book stores
- Read and study the book. Most of the vintage Honda used the name Benley. There will be an eagle wing emblem for the logo between the handle bars and seat.
- Look at the type of engine the machines has. Most Honda bikes produced during this era were the C100 Super Cub, which was the largest-selling motorcycle during this time. The bike has a red Honda stamp near the engine casing. The “H” is the only capitalized letter.
- Look for a streamlined design in the motorcycle's appearance. The handlebars were flat and level with the chassis. Some Honda racers made without head and tail lights. Later the lights added to the rear fender, which is another noticeable difference.
Tips:
If one is having trouble locating a vintage Honda motorcycle in one’s area, contact a local Honda dealer who would help one out by searching nationwide for a bike that one is looking for.
Also, the dealer will help one learn more about properly identifying a vintage Honda motor bike.