1971 HONDA CB350 SUPER SPORT

GORGEOUS ORIGINAL CANDY RIVIERA BLUE EXAMPLE

FULLY SERVICED • EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION

Very well-preserved 1971 Honda CB350, one of the motorcycles that helped redefine the motorcycle industry.

When Honda introduced machines like the CB350, the formula was hard for the traditional European and American manufacturers to compete with: lightweight construction, strong performance, excellent fuel economy, affordable ownership, electric-start convenience, and legendary Honda reliability. More than five decades later, clean original examples have become increasingly difficult to find.

This motorcycle is a 55-year-old original, unrestored survivor retaining its original paint, original chrome, original seat cover, original grips, original levers, original gauges, original lighting equipment, original fenders, original wheels, original exhaust system, original fuel tank and badges, and an extraordinary amount of its factory equipment.

This is not a freshly restored motorcycle trying to look old. This is the real thing.

The original fuel tank is one of the highlights of the motorcycle. It remains remarkably straight, with no significant dents or damage visible on either side. The original paint still presents beautifully and retains an excellent shine.

There are several small age-related marks and areas of patina, as should be expected on an unrestored 55-year-old motorcycle. We deliberately chose not to repaint or cosmetically restore these areas because preserving the motorcycle's authenticity was more important.

The original chrome trim along the lower edge of the tank has developed an attractive golden patina with age. The original Honda tank badges remain in excellent condition.

The side covers show some expected fading, and the original headlight bucket finish has also faded slightly over the decades, but these are genuine original components rather than reproduction replacements.

Finding an original fuel tank this straight after more than half a century is remarkable. It is like carrying an egg around for 55 years without cracking it.

EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN FUEL SYSTEM

One of the most important things to inspect on any vintage motorcycle is the inside of the fuel tank.

This CB350 was stored indoors, and the inside of the tank is in excellent condition with no major rust contamination.

The fuel system has been serviced extensively, including:

• Fuel tank flushed and cleaned

• Fresh premium VP fuel

• New fuel lines

• New inline fuel filters

• Carburetor float bowls cleaned

• Carburetor floats inspected and cleaned

• New float bowl gaskets

• Airbox cleaned and serviced

• Carburetors serviced and properly tuned

The motorcycle looks and runs excellent.

FULL PRESERVATION SERVICE

Rather than cosmetically restoring this motorcycle and erasing its originality, our technicians performed what we call a Preservation Service.

Approximately 30 hours of professional shop labor have been invested into inspecting, servicing, cleaning, detailing and preparing this motorcycle.

At our current shop labor rate of $195 per hour, that represents approximately $5,850 in professional labor alone, before parts and materials.

Service and preparation included:

• Complete mechanical inspection

• Carburetor service

• Fuel system service

• Fresh engine oil

• New battery

• New tires

• New drive chain

• New fuel lines

• New fuel filters

• New carburetor float bowl gaskets

• Airbox cleaned and serviced

• Electrical system inspected

• Lights checked

• Turn signals checked

• Horn checked

• Brakes inspected and adjusted

• Clutch inspected and adjusted

• Transmission operation checked

• Complete steam cleaning

• Hand washing and detailing

• Full rotisserie-style detail and preservation treatment

The motorcycle has been tuned properly and runs excellent.

MECHANICAL CONDITION

The CB350 operates exactly the way a properly serviced example should.

The clutch works smoothly, the transmission shifts properly, the brakes work well, and the motorcycle runs strong.

All major electrical equipment is functional, including:

• Headlight

• Tail light

• Turn signals

• Horn

• Gauges

The original gauges remain remarkably bright, crisp and attractive.

ORIGINAL COMPONENTS

This motorcycle retains an impressive amount of original equipment, including:

• Original fuel tank

• Original paint

• Original Honda tank badges

• Original chrome fenders

• Original wheels

• Original turn signals

• Original headlight

• Original headlight bucket

• Original gauges

• Original handlebars

• Original grips

• Original control levers

• Original seat cover

• Original exhaust system

• Original airbox

• Original center stand

• Original frame and chassis components

The rear shocks have been replaced with high-quality reproduction units that closely duplicate the appearance of the original Honda shocks and feature beautiful chrome finishes.

The side stand and center stand have been refinished, and selected areas of the frame rails and swingarm have received careful cosmetic touch-up as part of the preservation process.

WHY BUY A REAL CLASSIC?

There are plenty of modern motorcycles being built today to imitate the appearance and personality of vintage motorcycles.

This Honda doesn't imitate anything.

It is the motorcycle those modern retro machines are attempting to recreate.

Instead of buying a newly manufactured retro motorcycle, you can own a genuine 1971 Honda CB350 with authentic history, original paint, original chrome, classic Honda engineering and increasing collector appeal.

Clean, original, unrestored examples become more difficult to locate every year.

This is the kind of motorcycle that can be ridden, displayed, enjoyed, preserved and passed along to the next generation.

ABOUT THE HONDA CB350

The Honda CB350 became one of the defining motorcycles of its generation. Its lightweight chassis, willing parallel-twin engine, excellent reliability and everyday usability helped Honda establish itself as one of the dominant motorcycle manufacturers in America.

These motorcycles proved that a relatively small-displacement machine could be fast, economical, dependable and enjoyable enough to use every day.

Today, the CB350 remains one of the most recognizable and collectible Hondas from the company's golden era.

CONTACT KAPLAN CYCLES

This is a very special original survivor, and motorcycles of this quality typically do not remain available for long.

If you have been looking for an authentic vintage Honda rather than a heavily restored example, this deserves serious consideration.

Call Kaplan Cycles at 860-454-7024 with any questions.

Visit KaplanCycles.com to see additional classic motorcycles we currently have available as well as previously sold motorcycles from our collection.

Kaplan Cycles also represents multiple new motorcycle brands with dozens of current models available in addition to our extensive inventory of vintage and collectible motorcycles.

If this CB350 brings back memories for you, we would love to hear your story.

Thank you for looking, and God Bless America.

PLEASE NOTE

This is a 55-year-old vintage motorcycle being sold as a collectible used vehicle. While it has been extensively inspected, serviced and prepared, vintage motorcycles inherently require more frequent maintenance, inspection and adjustment than modern motorcycles.

The motorcycle retains original finishes and therefore exhibits minor cosmetic imperfections, fading and patina consistent with age. We consider these characteristics part of the motorcycle's originality and collector appeal.

Please review all photographs carefully and contact us with any questions prior to purchase.

WHY SHOULD YOU BUY FROM KAPLAN? WHAT DO YOU GET?

“You are buying from the Kaplan Cycles Family. We are not just another big auction house. We are family-owned and operated and have been buying, servicing, and selling motorcycles since 1975. You will work directly with Ken Jr., Ken Sr., and/or one of the 30+ experts on our team. We provide museum-quality, white-glove concierge service from start to finish. Every motorcycle we sell is inspected, serviced, and supported by our team, and we stand behind it after the sale. You’re not on your own — we back what we build and what we sell.

With over 17,000 units sold and still 100% positive feedback, we are the best stress-free buying experience you can have. From the first call to delivery at your door, we will handle it all — because vintage motorcycles deserve support, and so do you.

With every bike we curate you get:
• museum-level inspection & preservation services
• every machine is professionally evaluated, serviced, & rotisserie detailed
• all critical systems are checked, adjusted, or renewed
• you get professional setup, tuning, and delivery prep
• done by the best experts in the industry — we ride and restore every day
• you get post-sale phone support
• you get white-glove, insured, always-enclosed shipping to your door anywhere in the country

You’re buying from Kaplan Cycles at the New England Motorcycle Museum, one of the largest vintage motorcycle collections in North America. Free museum tours and tickets are included with every bike sold. With every bike you purchase, a portion of the proceeds is used to support, continue, and improve the 501(c)(3) nonprofit New England Motorcycle Museum.

You don’t just win an auction — YOU are creating & helping to preserve motorcycle history, and you become part of our family, a Kaplan Cycles client for life.

We do not take new clients off the street.
We do not service bikes purchased elsewhere.
We only take new exclusive clients who purchase a motorcycle from us.

You get a guided purchase experience with, and from, the experts who care about the bike as much as you do. If there’s a problem, you don’t get ghosted. You call us — you will have our cell phone numbers — we will answer your call on weekends, and we will help make it right.

Auction platforms = listing only. No support. No accountability.

Kaplan Cycles = we stand behind what we sell.

You are buying museum-curated provenance. That means:
• expert evaluation
• documented condition
• professional presentation
• long-term preservation mindset

You’re not just buying a motorcycle — you’re buying a curated piece of motorcycling history.

From the #1 family in this business — Kaplan Cycles & the New England Motorcycle Museum.

Sincerely,

Ken Kaplan Sr.
12/28/2025”

AUCTION TERMS:

All motorcycles & vehicles are sold as-is where-is.

Kaplan Cycles guarantees all motorcycles are as-described. Please read the entire description and watch the entire video before bidding.

A non-refundable deposit is due immediately on purchase. PayPal or Credit Card is accepted for the deposit.

Cash (In-Person), Card (+3% fee), or Wire Transfer are our only accepted forms of final payment.

Full payment must be made within 7 days of auction close.

Your motorcycle must be picked up within 30 days of auction close. 

Exceptions are made only for international buyers OR buyers who have ALREADY made transport arrangements with a third party.

If a motorcycle is purchased and left here for longer than 30 days without written permission from Kaplan Cycles it will be resold. In the case of a re-sale, the owner will be entitled to a refund less storage fees ($25/ day beginning 30 days from auction close) ONLY if the motorcycle was paid in full on-time within the auction terms.

We always describe our motorcycles as accurately as possible.

You are purchasing a classic motorcycle. Even in cases where a bike may be in good running/ operating condition, new problems & idiosyncrasies can arise over-time from sitting or regular use.

If you have an issue with the motorcycle you’ve received, contact us within 24 hours of delivery and before leaving feedback so that we can address your concerns.

It is important you have at least a basic mechanical knowledge before purchasing and operating a classic motorcycle.

Due to our backlog, we cannot perform any additional service work or modifications on your motorcycle after the sale (ie; adding a light kit, different tires, etc.)

We respond quickly between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST, Monday - Friday

For our fastest service please call Ken Kaplan Jr directly at 860-471-0192

We will not charge out-of-state buyers sales tax.
Out of state residents will pay sales tax with their DMV. 

We are not a registering dealership. You will receive only the documents required to register your vehicle in your state.

In our listings, title status is always listed directly below the main description.

In some cases we will sell motorcycles without title or registration. In these cases we guarantee all motorcycles sold are free and clear. We will always provide a route to obtaining title. Generally in these cases, the motorcycle will be sold at a discount to accommodate expenses involved.

Documents are mailed via USPS priority mail with a tracking number. Please allow up to 14 days after payment in full for your documents to be processed and mailed.

Keys will be shipped with the motorcycle.

Warranty:

All Motorcycles sold "as is, where is" and Kaplan Cycles does not warranty any motorcycle sold. No express warranty and/or implied warranty are made by Kaplan Cycles. No statements by us give an implied warranty.

SHIPPING:

SEND US YOUR ZIP FOR A SHIPPING QUOTE!
WE WILL MAKE ALL ARRANGEMENTS!

We have the best shipping contacts in the nation who will provide the FASTEST transport times, have a perfect track record, and are always insured and ENCLOSED! All motorcycles are shipped WHOLE (roll-on, roll-off). We do not offer a pallet or crate service.

International shipping specialist contacts are available! They will assist in ground freight, customs clearance, and ocean freight to your country. International buyers will be required to work directly with our third party shipping contacts.

We strongly recommend you insure your motorcycle at the time of purchase.

PICKUP:

We require a 24 hour notice prior to pick-up. Please call us at 860-454-7024 during office hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm EST.

We will provide ramps, a dock for loading, and assistance to load for free.