1970 Honda CL175

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Price: 8,500.00 USD

1970 Honda CL175 Scrambler – Candy Ruby Red

If you’re searching for one of the finest Honda CL175 Scramblers in existence, you’ve just found it.

Absolutely stunning 1970 Honda CL175 finished in its iconic Candy Ruby Red with white center stripe. Showing just 2,757 original miles, this motorcycle has undergone a comprehensive cosmetic and mechanical restoration while preserving the originality that collectors demand. It is the finest example of Honda’s legendary small-displacement Scrambler for sale in the USA.

Honda’s CL175 was one of the most successful lightweight motorcycles of its era. Powered by Honda’s incredibly durable overhead-cam twin-cylinder engine, it revs effortlessly past 10,000 RPM, cruises comfortably at highway speeds, and remains one of the sweetest-running small-bore motorcycles Honda ever produced.

Unlike most CL175s that spent their lives being ridden off-road with knobby tires until they disappeared, this exceptionally low-mileage example survived with virtually every important original component intact.

Engine & Mechanical Condition

Before restoration, we thoroughly inspected the engine internally using a borescope through the spark plug hole. The cylinder walls still display the original factory crosshatching—exactly what you’d expect from an authentic 2,700-mile motorcycle.

Mechanical highlights include:

• 2,757 original miles

• Excellent 160 PSI compression on both cylinders

• Original low-mile engine

• Borescope inspection confirms outstanding cylinder condition

• Rebuilt and professionally synchronized carburetors

• New spark plugs

• Valve clearances adjusted to factory specification

• Points cleaned and adjusted

• Fresh engine oil

• New battery

• New fuel petcock

• New fuel lines

• New inline fuel filters

• Mint Original airbox

• New air filters

• Starts easily by electric or kick starter

• Smooth idle and crisp throttle response

The motorcycle runs every bit as beautifully as it looks.

Comprehensive Frame-Off Restoration

This motorcycle was completely dismantled and restored from the frame up.

Every component was inspected, restored, refinished, polished, rebuilt or replaced as needed while maintaining factory originality.

Highlights include:

• Brand-new Candy Ruby Red paint finished to factory appearance

• Restored side covers

• Restored “175” emblems

• Restored Honda tank badges

• Professionally refinished frame

• Swingarm restored

• Chain guide refinished

• Center stand restored

• Kickstand restored

• Frame rails restored

• Engine covers refinished in correct Honda Cloud Silver

• Aluminum engine cases professionally polished

• Cylinder fins detailed

• Original OEM hardware throughout

• New footpeg rubbers

• Beautifully polished points cover

• New seat cover

• Wiring harness inspected and serviced

Every square inch of this motorcycle reflects meticulous attention to detail.

Original Components

One of the most remarkable aspects of this CL175 is how many original components remain.

Items rarely found today include:

• Original factory exhaust system

• Original chrome heat shields

• Original fenders

• Original taillight

• Original turn signals

• Original headlight bucket

• Original gauges

• Original wheel rims

• Original sprockets

• Original handlebars and mounts

• Original switch housings

• Original hardware throughout

• Rare original Honda CL175 key fob

Finding a CL175 with its original exhaust in this condition is almost unheard of.

Wheels, Suspension & Brakes

The rolling chassis was restored with the same attention to detail as the engine.

Highlights include:

• Original rims restored and polished

• New spokes

• Vapor-honed hubs

• Polished hubs

• Polished backing plates

• Polished brake stay

• Polished fork lowers

• Rebuilt front forks

• New fork boots

• New brake cable

• New speedometer cable

• New period-correct IRC 18-inch front tire

• New period-correct on/off-road rear tire

• New tubes front and rear

• New chain

Everything presents beautifully while maintaining an authentic factory appearance.

Fuel Tank

The fuel tank is exceptional inside and out.

Features include:

• Fresh Candy Ruby Red exterior finish

• Beautifully clean rust-free interior

• New fuel petcock

• New fuel lines

• New fuel filters

• Original gas cap in outstanding condition

Currently filled with fresh ethanol-free fuel and ready to ride.

Gauges & Controls

The original twin-gauge cluster is crystal clear and functions exactly as intended.

Unlike many surviving examples, the lenses are:

• Clear

• Free of cracks

• Not yellowed

• No moisture damage

• No insect contamination

The motorcycle also features:

• New clutch lever

• New brake lever

• New mirrors

• Beautifully polished upper triple clamp

• Polished control housings

Collector Quality

It’s becoming increasingly difficult to locate original Honda CL175s—especially examples showing under 3,000 original miles with their original exhaust, original fenders, original lighting, and original cycle parts.

This motorcycle combines the best of both worlds:

• Extremely low original mileage

• Comprehensive professional restoration

• Outstanding mechanical condition

• Exceptional originality

Simply put, this is one of the nicest CL175 Scramblers we’ve ever owned.

To Duplicate This Restoration Would Cost Over $10,000 in Shop Labor Plus Thousands More in Parts & Paint Work. It cannot be replaced for the asking price listed, it is an excellent value.

Why Buy from Kaplan Cycles?

Kaplan Cycles has earned a national reputation for restoring and preserving investment-quality vintage motorcycles. Every motorcycle we offer is carefully evaluated, professionally serviced, and honestly represented.

This CL175 is exactly the kind of motorcycle we love to find—an incredibly low-mile original that deserved a meticulous restoration rather than an over-restoration.

The result is a motorcycle that looks virtually new while retaining the authenticity serious collectors appreciate.

Shipping & Financing

We can assist with:

• Licensed, insured enclosed nationwide shipping

• Financing available for qualified buyers

• International shipping assistance available

Call us anytime with questions:

Kaplan Cycles

860-454-7024

Investment Quality

Classic Hondas continue to appreciate as surviving original examples become increasingly scarce.

Unlike modern motorcycles that depreciate every year, collector-quality vintage Hondas have consistently become more desirable with time.

This beautifully restored, investment-grade CL175 represents an opportunity to own one of Honda’s finest lightweight Scramblers—a motorcycle that is nearly 60 years old yet presents and performs like it just rolled off the showroom floor.

Bid with confidence. You will not be disappointed.

AUCTION TERMS:

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

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

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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.

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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.

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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.)

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

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Keys will be shipped with the motorcycle.

Warranty:

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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.