1982 Honda CX500 Turbo

The CX Turbo was created as a direct response to the other currents shaping the motorcycle market in the early 1980s. Yamaha was battling Honda for supremacy in the market and Honda was fighting back. Honda management decided to show the world that the company was capable of a design and engineering feat that was far ahead of what any presumptuous rivals could do. That showpiece would become the CX500 Turbo.

When it was introduced in 1982, the CX500 Turbo was, and remains to this day, one of the most futuristic motorcycles ever made. It not only featured turbocharging but also computer control of the turbocharging, fuel injection, ignition and numerous other advanced features. It was not only a technological feat, but a technological feat in a beautifully crafted package.

This particular machine was imported from the US by its current owner in 2013. Shortly before it underwent a comprehensive mechanical and cosmetic rebuild to bring it to near pristine condition, which included reconditioning the turbocharger and clutch. The finished result presents superbly with outstanding finish and originality, even maintaining the factory frame and swingarm stickers.

The wheels and exhaust system are in superb original order, new tyres have been fitted, and 12 months MoT is in place. The spare key is also present, as well as an interesting factory technical brochure detailing the efforts Honda went to in development of this engineering milestone. The motorcycle also comes complete with V5 MoT and Road Tax.

This was a rare bike in the 80s and is certainly rare today!