Honda CX500 is one of the most exotic motorcycles, released by Honda. The model was presented in 1978. At that time the motorcycle had a number of innovations that have or have not been used at all, or were rather unusual. We are talking about such things as the propeller shaft, forged wheels, carburetors CV, liquid-cooled engine and the longitudinal configuration. It is also interesting that the electrical ignition system was made separately from the entire electrical system of the motorcycle, then a motorcycle can be started with a “pusher” and the ride even in case of failure of the electrical system.

Despite the relative uniqueness of the Honda CX500, bike quite often used as a donor. In this case, Jonathan Forget and Alexandre Bordeleau tried to create a hybrid between the classic cafe racer and the iconic Japanese Brat Style.

Certain details and features of the project are as follow:

• Donor Honda CX500: more than five years in a barn, but “on the fly”
• Tires: Firestone Champion Deluxe
• leather saddle: handmade
• redesigned subframe
• electrical system redone
• stylish mirror on pens
• iPhone as a navigator

Photographs courtesy of Nicolas Polanco

“Develop an interest in life as you see it; the people, things, literature, music - the world is so rich, simply throbbing with rich treasures, beautiful souls and interesting people. Forget yourself.”

Henry Miller, 1950.

Customizers “Anvil Motociclette” engaged in the construction of the brutal and uncompromising motorcycle for beginners as well as for experienced riders. Custom Honda CB500 1979 is a typical project of Anvil Motociclette”. This new project is a lightweight, easy + good design.

Anvil Masters redesigned fork Honda CB500, with the front of the bike bit lower. At the same time, they have established new springs to compensate for the reduced suspension travel. Low wheel Tommaselli further emphasizes the pursuit of masters and is well matched to the fuel tank Laverda painted with the name of the bike—“Nk-a”. Aluminum tail is made by hand, and the seat covered in leather.

Robust motor Honda CB500 experts Anvil decided not to touch it and just repainted in black. Of course, the air filters of zero resistance and bright white exhaust system from Marving, apparently with the ceramic coating. The final touch is rubber Avon Safety Mileage Mk II.