Also known as the CB700SC, the Nighthawk S was an interesting bike designed to avoid the 45% tax imposed on imported bikes of 700cc or bigger. Despite the ‘smaller’ engine, this bike was faster than many of its 750cc competitors, and the press loved it. Honda killed this bike after only a couple of years, leaving it to become a cult classic for passionate owners nowadays. Here’s one of the nicest examples I’ve ever seen.
The 696cc inline four engine It produced 80 horsepower, good for a top speed of about 120 miles per hour. It’s a little heavier than I expected at 516 pounds – and all those pounds were available for a MSRP of $3,398. For more on the Nighthawk S, check out this article from Motorcycle Classics, who call it “An American Hot Rod.”
This example looks fantastic with immaculate black chrome pipes and all the information and warning decals on it. It has 8,847 miles and new tires. Find it for sale in Denver, Colorado for $3,500 or best offer here on Craigslist.
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