HRC-Inspired Honda CB750/R1 from LBC Motorcycles…
In 1979, Honda introduced the CB750 Custom (CB750C) to compete with rising tide of “custom” trim lines on the market. The other Japanese manufacturers would soon follow suit if they hadn’t already.
“There was nothing truly custom about it, but that name denoted Honda’s attempts to make these bikes resemble the American cruisers of Harley-Davidson. That meant chrome, a cruiser style seat, and a fancy two-tone paint job on the tank and side covers. The fundamental design of the bikes did not change.”
Still, the CB750 Customs sold like hot cakes, selling out so fast the ’81 model went on sale in July 1980!
Then there’s the HRC-style livery, designed by Juan and laid down by painter Alejandro Minissale. With the retro paint and big 16-valve DOHC engine, this “CB750/R1” oozes power and nostalgia.
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