Honda Cb77 Super Hawk
The Honda CB77 Super Hawk was introduced in 1961 and produced through 1967, representing Honda's flagship sportbike for the North American market during that era. It featured a twin-cylinder 305cc engine with a twin-leading-shoe front brake and a distinctive 180-degree crankshaft, making it one of the most technically advanced motorcycles available at its price point. The CB77 played a pivotal role in establishing Honda's credibility as a serious performance manufacturer in the West and is widely credited with helping transform the American motorcycle market.
28.5 hp
Power
23 Nm
Torque
168 kg
Weight
161 km/h (100 mph, factory claimed)
Top Speed
Approximately 3.5 L/100km or 28 km/L (estimated real-world average)
Fuel
Naked
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Watch the Cam Chain
The CB77's DOHC 305cc engine is mechanically robust, but the cam chain tensioner is a known weak point on aged examples. Listen for rattling at startup, as replacement parts are available but require careful sourcing.
Strong Collector Value
Clean, original CB77s consistently command $3,000–$6,000+ due to their iconic status as Honda's 1960s flagship sport bike. Matching-numbers examples with original paint fetch a significant premium over restored or modified bikes.
Electrics Need Attention
The original 6-volt electrical system is notoriously problematic on surviving bikes, with corroded wiring and weak charging output being top complaints. Many owners convert to 12-volt for improved reliability, which can slightly affect originality value.
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