1970 Honda CL100 Scrambler
The 1970 Honda CL100 is a lightweight, four-stroke, single-cylinder motorcycle designed as a scrambler, blending street and light off-road capabilities. Produced from 1970 to 1973, it featured a 99cc engine producing 11.5 horsepower, allowing for a top speed around 55–70 mph, depending on the model and rider weight.
Key Specifications:
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Engine: 99cc, single-cylinder, OHC, air-cooled
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Transmission: 5-speed manual with chain drive
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Brakes: Front and rear drum brakes
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Electrical System: 6-volt
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Weight: Approximately 220 lbs (100 kg)
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Fuel Capacity: 1.9 US gallons (7 liters)
Design Features:
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Exhaust: High-mounted chrome exhaust with heat shield
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Instrumentation: Speedometer with neutral indicator, high-beam warning, and odometer
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Colors (1970): Candy Sapphire Blue, Candy Ruby Red, Candy Topaz Orange
The CL100 was also available in a detuned version, the CL100S, which reduced power to 5 horsepower to comply with certain state restrictions for younger riders, limiting top speed to about 50 mph
Notably, the CL100 inspired the creation of the "Suitcase Cycle," a foldable motorcycle designed by Lawrence Shapiro to fit into an aircraft's luggage compartment, catering to pilots needing ground transportation upon landing
Today, well-preserved CL100s are considered collectible, with values increasing due to their classic status and limited availability .
Overview:
This is one of the nicest Hondas that we have offered in quite some time, the fit and finishes on this restoration are unbelievable, the chrome and paint are perfect, Starts easy and goes down the road nice
Mileage:
1141
Sheet Metal:
Original in great condition
Mechanical:
Recent full restoration, bike starts very easy, idles great, and shifts through all of the gears. Goes down the road great and plenty of power.
Wheel & Tires:
New tires, Wheels roll straight and true, perfect chrome on wheels and spokes
Title:
Clean, clear, Utha title
Engine #:
Frame #: CL100105033
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Transmission: 5 Speed
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Notable Features:
Museum Quality Restoration. The current pictures does not do this motorcycle any justice. Ride and have fun with this or bring it in the house and use as a piece of artwork
More pictures and videos are available upon request.
