I'm a motorcycle enthusiast and a Harley man at heart...... But I would love to have this bike in my collection someday. The 1980 Honda CBX 1000 is such a beautiful machine!
OMG !!! Now Im wanting a CBX I remember 1st time I saw one of these at a bike show back in the late seventies. Was so out of this world compared to everything else around back then, was simply stunning to look at, such a wide looking engine and 6 pots !!! was staggering to imagine it all. You can only imagine how many people drooled all over it, wanting it on there wish list, me included. I never did have one. :-))
@dprider02 I'd love to see this bike again in HD on a lovely sunny day. You mention the 400/4 another classic bike. At the time I never fancied one of those, but today, now Im older and wiser, I'd jump at the chance to have one. Wish I could see this chaps collection... ha ha. Nice to know there are people out there preserving this great machines for future eyes. :-)
Very impressive bike. I was a Kawasaki person in those days, a KZ1000. I only raced 3 of them on the street and they smoked me on takeoff every time. Once at the beginning of the Pasadena Freeway, I stayed on it and so did he. I eventually caught him at about 125, but with the 40mph curves ahead we both backed off at that point. I wish now I would have bought one of them instead of the Kawasaki. What an impressive looking engine.
I would agree with you there. My first street bike was a 1971 CB350. I bought it brand new for $825, and rode the hell out of that thing for a few years. Wish I still had it!
I had a 78-79 CBX. We bought it with a vetter faring and put it back to stock. My friend and I spent 2 hours setting the valves all 24 of them. We went from Cozad, Ne. to North Platte, Ne. It would do 55 in first, 90 in second, 103 in 3rd and yep all of the speedo 155 in 4th. It started to lift and shake at 65 but smoothed out so I went for it. It ran 11.03 in a quarter if you could keep from lighting the tires. Awesome bike.
The way I understand it, the CBX came about through Honda wanting to showcase their engineering might and industry leading technology. What ever the reasons, they sure came up with an awesome machine! I'm very glad to have gotten the opportunity to ride one.
@Bevoin1970 A very cool machine indeed. I'm lucky to have gotten the opportunity to take a spin on such a pristine example. I made this video about 2 years ago, by the way, and I'm pretty sure that the bike hasn't been out of the shed again since! This summer I'm gonna try and get out for a short ride on this guy's Honda 400/4 Supersport. Another awesome, lightly used classic in his collection.
One of the most beautiful motorycycles in the world, if not the most beautiful one! 6 cylinders, 24 valves, fantastic engineering. It went out of favor, because of the CB1100F, which was probably more efficient, narrower, and all. But nothing touches the beauty of the CBX. I consider the 80's a pinnacle of styling. Together with Ferrari Testarossa, the CBX is one of my favorite vehicles. Kawasaki GPZ900 was nice too, though. Top Gun anyone?
I only rode this one for about 5 minutes, and maybe got up to 80 mph or so. Still had fun though, and I doubt the bike has been ridden since! Setting those valves must have been fun!
Thanks for your kind comments, All the bikes run perfectly and I do ride them occasionally , riding the 1926 Harley in todays traffic is a real challenge. I will take your advice and will publish in the future some clips on every bike in the collection The death road in Yungas Bolivia is still there although no longer in use for regular traffic, now is only for mountain bikers , and they love it. Saludos
@dvamateur Pretty cool machine, for sure. I was pretty lucky to have been able to take this nice example for a short spin. It probably hasn't been out of the garage again since!
Good video, a really nice bike, I have a a 1979 one in silver which I am rebuilding, and the aim is to get it looking like new - and sounding like that - I do have a video loaded when it was 30 last Nov..Cheers
i have a 1978..they came aut in germany and scandinavia..one year erlyer then in the states fine video..its give the right feeling..as driving it self..i have a cb 77 cb 400 four cb 550 and the cbx..they are all fun
Reading the comments, it's funny how the youngsters are not impressed by 1000 cc's. Fine by me, it makes great bikes like this more available to old guys like me.
I don't know if you've heard of it, but there is an interesting American motorcycle gearing up for production down in Alabama called Motus. The prototypes have been shaken down pretty thoroughly, and it's supposed to hit some dealers within the year. It's got a US made V-4, with design cues from a Chevy V-8. It's gonna be a pretty expensive machine at $30,000 plus, but looks very cool, and I hope they find a market. Unlikely I'll be buying one though. :)
I just watched the video tour of your motorcycle collection. VERY impressive! Are they all runners? Do you ride them occasionally? You could make some interesting riding videos on those bikes, and I hope you do. I also have to ask ... have you ever driven on the Yungas Road ( "road of death") down there in Bolivia? I have taken some bus rides through the mountains in Colombia ... it was pretty scary, but nothing to compare with that road!
This bike has been out of production for around 30 years, and I would say that something in the 250 to 500 cc range would be a better choice as a starter bike anyway.
I didn't have much seat time on the CBX, and wasn't really trying to do any comparisons. That said, the two bikes have similar HP at around 100, but the 919 is way lighter ... over 100 lbs., and it feels quicker. Probably is.
@idrivebmw335 Kind words. Thanks. I'm of the opinion that a motorcycle riding video with commentary (good or bad) is always more entertaining than one with only a music background. The CBX is an awesome machine for sure, but back in the day, you were probably better off with the KZ1000 as your daily rider.
A nice 1980 bike, is this a Japanese one or a Marysville bike? (should say on the headstock) Best pipes for one of these is the stainless steel Pipemasters system. Is the owner an ICOA member? (international CBX Owners Association)
@trojwl Hard to believe that I didn't notice the 85 mph speedo. What a laugh! My old (1986) Honda 700 had the speedo numbers in bold on the 5's, instead of on the 0's. 55 mph was like double bold!
Evan is wrong. They were made from 1979 to 1982. I have a pristine '82 with K cams, Mac headers and K & N filters. Fast, yes but the "cool factor" of the 6 pipes sticking out the front makes the bike.
Yep. If he had hung on to that gear a few seconds longer the sounds would have been MUCH better. I'd like to own that bike ... just for the noises it makes!
My jaw dropped when I saw one first time in the '80s. The way it leans into a turn, it's so composed with its big "breasts", sort of like a beautiful sexy woman. Then there is the sound and the power. Very smooth machine. Still my favorite motorcycle ever.
if you want a cruiser w power but easier to handle try a Honda Magna 750. Its still a monster but easier to handle. Its a v4 and a lot lighter to ride.
I watched the vid. Your bike looks and sounds really good. You should check out one posted by bbq4racin called CBXsound. Very cool! Thanks for watching, and the "favorite" hit. Hoping to see more of your CBX.
+Marcelo Garcia I had one many years ago. top speed was about 135. You had to go past the red line to get it. The one in this video has original exhaust pipes which is VERY rare!
I'm a motorcycle enthusiast and a Harley man at heart...... But I would love to have this bike in my collection someday. The 1980 Honda CBX 1000 is such a beautiful machine!
OMG !!! Now Im wanting a CBX
I remember 1st time I saw one of these at a bike show back in the late seventies.
Was so out of this world compared to everything else around back then, was simply stunning to look at, such a wide looking engine and 6 pots !!! was staggering to imagine it all. You can only imagine how many people drooled all over it, wanting it on there wish list, me included. I never did have one. :-))
An engine and an exhaust pipe are so beautiful.
The sounds that thing makes are just amazing!
@dprider02 I'd love to see this bike again in HD on a lovely sunny day.
You mention the 400/4 another classic bike. At the time I never fancied one of those, but today, now Im older and wiser, I'd jump at the chance to have one.
Wish I could see this chaps collection... ha ha. Nice to know there are people out there preserving this great machines for future eyes. :-)
Thanks for that. What a classic! Love it
Very impressive bike. I was a Kawasaki person in those days, a KZ1000. I only raced 3 of them on the street and they smoked me on takeoff every time. Once at the beginning of the Pasadena Freeway, I stayed on it and so did he. I eventually caught him at about 125, but with the 40mph curves ahead we both backed off at that point. I wish now I would have bought one of them instead of the Kawasaki. What an impressive looking engine.
Beautiful...bought a new one ( Silver ) in 1979..great bike...great sounds !!
Great video. I have always wanted to know what this beast sounds like. Nice looking and a real nice bike. Thank you for posting!
I would agree with you there. My first street bike was a 1971 CB350. I bought it brand new for $825, and rode the hell out of that thing for a few years. Wish I still had it!
I had a 78-79 CBX. We bought it with a vetter faring and put it back to stock. My friend and I spent 2 hours setting the valves all 24 of them. We went from Cozad, Ne. to North Platte, Ne. It would do 55 in first, 90 in second, 103 in 3rd and yep all of the speedo 155 in 4th. It started to lift and shake at 65 but smoothed out so I went for it. It ran 11.03 in a quarter if you could keep from lighting the tires. Awesome bike.
The way I understand it, the CBX came about through Honda wanting to showcase their engineering might and industry leading technology. What ever the reasons, they sure came up with an awesome machine! I'm very glad to have gotten the opportunity to ride one.
Just beautiful! That is the one bike that I want. I've got a ZX11 but so want a CBX to keep it company.
@Bevoin1970 A very cool machine indeed. I'm lucky to have gotten the opportunity to take a spin on such a pristine example. I made this video about 2 years ago, by the way, and I'm pretty sure that the bike hasn't been out of the shed again since! This summer I'm gonna try and get out for a short ride on this guy's Honda 400/4 Supersport. Another awesome, lightly used classic in his collection.
One of the most beautiful motorycycles in the world, if not the most beautiful one! 6 cylinders, 24 valves, fantastic engineering. It went out of favor, because of the CB1100F, which was probably more efficient, narrower, and all. But nothing touches the beauty of the CBX. I consider the 80's a pinnacle of styling. Together with Ferrari Testarossa, the CBX is one of my favorite vehicles. Kawasaki GPZ900 was nice too, though. Top Gun anyone?
I only rode this one for about 5 minutes, and maybe got up to 80 mph or so. Still had fun though, and I doubt the bike has been ridden since!
Setting those valves must have been fun!
Thanks for your kind comments, All the bikes run perfectly and I do ride them occasionally , riding the 1926 Harley in todays traffic is a real challenge. I will take your advice and will publish in the future some clips on every bike in the collection
The death road in Yungas Bolivia is still there although no longer in use for regular traffic, now is only for mountain bikers , and they love it.
Saludos
@dvamateur Pretty cool machine, for sure. I was pretty lucky to have been able to take this nice example for a short spin. It probably hasn't been out of the garage again since!
Good video, a really nice bike, I have a a 1979 one in silver which I am rebuilding, and the aim is to get it looking like new - and sounding like that - I do have a video loaded when it was 30 last Nov..Cheers
i have a 1978..they came aut in germany and scandinavia..one year erlyer then in the states
fine video..its give the right feeling..as driving it self..i have a cb 77 cb 400 four cb 550 and the cbx..they are all fun
I have an 82.
Addicted to the sound
Bought a new one in 1979..SILVER
Great bike..now A CLASSIC !!
I wouldn't have thought the thing could go quite as fast as that, but I'll take your word for it.
oh wow, thank you SO much for this
Very nice bike saw one in excellent condition at the Honda X4 rally in Germany , and boy did it sound nice
Cool bike and video, cbx1000 is a classic !! any more videos on others he has ?? wud like to see his collection..............please lol
What a great bike...nice sound!
OH MY GOD!!! That sounds amazing!!!
@cforssi My pleasure. Thanks for watching! :)
@TheStrynboen The guy who owns this cbx has a really nice 400F as well. I hope to take it for a ride sometime also. Thanks for watching!
Very cool machine indeed. Hope you can find yourself a nice one! :)
mine dream bike in those days. has a wonderful sound without the silencers
Reading the comments, it's funny how the youngsters are not impressed by 1000 cc's. Fine by me, it makes great bikes like this more available to old guys like me.
Love those big Hondas.
I don't know if you've heard of it, but there is an interesting American motorcycle gearing up for production down in Alabama called Motus. The prototypes have been shaken down pretty thoroughly, and it's supposed to hit some dealers within the year. It's got a US made V-4, with design cues from a Chevy V-8. It's gonna be a pretty expensive machine at $30,000 plus, but looks very cool, and I hope they find a market. Unlikely I'll be buying one though. :)
Cool looking bike for sure!
Yeah, 1000 cc's doesn't mean much these days, but that was a pretty extreme production motor for its time. The sound it makes is timeless!
thx - this helps alot! i was just looking for sound.
Six into one exhaust makes them sound awsome!
I have no idea what the market is like for these bikes. Hope you can find a nice one, and treat us to some videos!
@kd4ysi first thing I noticed was how heavy the front end felt.
@sergiogon I haven't been back to that guy's house since I made this video. I'd still like to take a ride on his CB400F some day.
nice upload.. sounds like my old 91 supra
You got to do the series of the other Hondas mate?
My pleasure!
Beautiful bike, conglatulation
@madwelshaber I hope to show a couple more of his bikes. Maybe this summer. (?)
Yep. One of the best !
I just watched the video tour of your motorcycle collection. VERY impressive! Are they all runners? Do you ride them occasionally? You could make some interesting riding videos on those bikes, and I hope you do.
I also have to ask ... have you ever driven on the Yungas Road ( "road of death") down there in Bolivia? I have taken some bus rides through the mountains in Colombia ... it was pretty scary, but nothing to compare with that road!
This bike has been out of production for around 30 years, and I would say that something in the 250 to 500 cc range would be a better choice as a starter bike anyway.
That would be something to see (and hear)! Does he have the engine actually driving anything?
Wish I had skills like that.
original pipes, wow!
Good helmet view...how do you arrest the cam so well ?
BTW...great bike !
It's a shame they don't make bikes like this anymore
Thanks a lot. Wish it was mine! :)
iconic bike
Yeah, it's a good one. I can't answer your questions, though, as it's not my bike. I'll try and remember to ask the owner next time I see him.
Just got to like that. A real bike.
would this be a good first bike? well would a beginner be able to handle 1000cc?
BMW i6 engine + F1 noise = CBx = Old Dream :)
Do you realise what year these were made ???
I didn't have much seat time on the CBX, and wasn't really trying to do any comparisons. That said, the two bikes have similar HP at around 100, but the 919 is way lighter ... over 100 lbs., and it feels quicker. Probably is.
@idrivebmw335 Kind words. Thanks. I'm of the opinion that a motorcycle riding video with commentary (good or bad) is always more entertaining than one with only a music background.
The CBX is an awesome machine for sure, but back in the day, you were probably better off with the KZ1000 as your daily rider.
@TheAllan2004 obrigato muito!
@jeffmoto72 I'd like to hear that, but I'm pretty sure that the owner of this one will be keeping it stock.
2:02 proper lol. nice humour mate. what a bike :)
Great bike indeed. Do you still have it?
@turtlemann14 I don't really remember. 9 to 10 thousand maybe?
@BIKERMETOO You bought it new in '78? Or is it new to you sometime since? Still have it?
@Shoutagious Glad I could help!
What is the top speed of that beast
@Karlitox23 The bike doesn't belong to me, and I only rode it the one time. I really have no idea! :)
A nice 1980 bike, is this a Japanese one or a Marysville bike? (should say on the headstock) Best pipes for one of these is the stainless steel Pipemasters system. Is the owner an ICOA member? (international CBX Owners Association)
@themonth The camera, an old Kodak v570, simply sits inside the chin bar of my helmet.
Can't really say. It belongs to a friend, and I only took it up to 70 or 80 or so. It can certainly go a lot faster than that!
NICE Clean They did make those in 78.105bhp 1/4 mile12.2 sec never see these at all.
@trojwl Hard to believe that I didn't notice the 85 mph speedo. What a laugh! My old (1986) Honda 700 had the speedo numbers in bold on the 5's, instead of on the 0's. 55 mph was like double bold!
i got the 79' cbx. well it's my dad's but i might get to ride in high school. :) but i i'm only in 8th so i can't wait!
Very nice, superb sound, I have the same bike in Cochabamba, Bolivia, you can see the clip at motos clasicas CBB Bolivia
Evan is wrong. They were made from 1979 to 1982. I have a pristine '82 with K cams, Mac headers and K & N filters. Fast, yes but the "cool factor" of the 6 pipes sticking out the front makes the bike.
The Best Honda :)
Honda - The Power of The Dreams ;D
CBX 1000 have 30 years old...I'm want have CBX 1000 ;)
Yep. If he had hung on to that gear a few seconds longer the sounds would have been MUCH better.
I'd like to own that bike ... just for the noises it makes!
how many rpm does she turn?
My jaw dropped when I saw one first time in the '80s. The way it leans into a turn, it's so composed with its big "breasts", sort of like a beautiful sexy woman. Then there is the sound and the power. Very smooth machine. Still my favorite motorcycle ever.
@selophane43 Yes. It does!!
You showed restraint. I it would be very easy to get in trouble real quick.
Muito linda a moto, amigo... Meus parabéns ! ;D
Sounds good.
i ride a cx500 custom now but the cbx 1000 will be my next ride!
yea bro that was one of hondas big bikes back then but i dont rember it doing so well here in thes entirerely too top end heavy if i rember correctly
@calimar28 It really does!
if you want a cruiser w power but easier to handle try a Honda Magna 750. Its still a monster but easier to handle. Its a v4 and a lot lighter to ride.
Me too!
Had one in 83 mate. pig on ice. first bike to do the 100 bhp
Bought a new one..1978...silver !!
I watched the vid. Your bike looks and sounds really good. You should check out one posted by bbq4racin called CBXsound. Very cool!
Thanks for watching, and the "favorite" hit. Hoping to see more of your CBX.
Yeah, I didn't want to get into any mischief on (or break!) someone else's pride and joy. :)
Which is the top speed?
+Marcelo Garcia I had one many years ago. top speed was about 135. You had to go past the red line to get it. The one in this video has original exhaust pipes which is VERY rare!
@patrrrick333 There probably are not many of them in Poland, but maybe you can find one someday! :)
You stated "heavy steering" .I have a '79 that will feel " heavy..." Without 32 psi in the front tire. Otherwise no problem.
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Doesn't even sound like a motorbike. Would love to own one
A very unique sound for sure!