1985 Honda Nighthawk CB700SC

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  • @Aprojeep
    @Aprojeep 10 місяців тому +28

    I have three of these sitting in my garage, one in every flavor (red, blue and red white blue). I did the restorations myself. This is a bike that Honda should do a retro version.

  • @wdhewson
    @wdhewson 10 місяців тому +17

    One of the best low maintenance Rice Rockets out there !!!

  • @davidnorris5675
    @davidnorris5675 10 місяців тому +12

    One of the bikes that always caught my eye at the dealership, but I never bought.
    That blue/black combo is sharp

    • @deepbludude4697
      @deepbludude4697 10 місяців тому +2

      Same always thought it looked like the baby brother of my 82 CB900F but that thing ran until the 2000, loved that blue n black.

    • @stealthd16
      @stealthd16 9 місяців тому +2

      lol I feel ya, back in 1985 this was the bike I really wanted, but couldn’t afford, so I bought a CB650 Nighthawk instead. Over 30 years later I finally did get that Nighthawk S, it’s still an awesome ride. Ironically now I’m looking for another of those 650s which are even harder to find than the 700SC!

    • @woodscrafter1971
      @woodscrafter1971 9 місяців тому +1

      Same! I was cruising a little CM I picked up for $450 and my buddy had the Nighthawk S in black/blue...Jealous!!

  • @Eric--zs6um
    @Eric--zs6um 10 місяців тому +6

    Had 450 when I was 16. Always wanted the 700s. Never got around to buying one.

    • @SKRAPNOID
      @SKRAPNOID 10 місяців тому +1

      Same here! That was my first street bike and I went from cali to Stugis, then to daytona and route 66, grand canyon and never had an issue other than my fuel tank rotting out the bottom... quick weld to the rescue!

  • @MarkTurner-vs7uc
    @MarkTurner-vs7uc 10 місяців тому +5

    I had an 86 in red. I loved that bike. I put a lot of miles on it. I never see one now.

  • @RIDE365AZ
    @RIDE365AZ 10 місяців тому +8

    The Nighthawk 700s and the GPZ 550 have always been two of my most wanted bikes I regrettably never bought.

    • @Onlybhstrpes
      @Onlybhstrpes 10 місяців тому

      I owned two GPz 550's, (0ne when '82, when I was 18 and the other when back the early 2000's) and I can tell ya... the power-to-weight ratio was ahead of it's time and was a daily rider with that five-gallon tank.

  • @bobstupaksvegasworld4098
    @bobstupaksvegasworld4098 10 місяців тому +10

    That was one of the best looking '80s bikes. Sadly nowadays one needs be a millionaire to purchase the classics.

    • @stealthd16
      @stealthd16 10 місяців тому +5

      As far as classic Hondas go, I think these are still under valued.

    • @bobstupaksvegasworld4098
      @bobstupaksvegasworld4098 10 місяців тому

      @@stealthd16 As a person who in the mid '80s bought an H1 500 and a Z1 for $500 each, both daily riders I disagree. I just want the affordable days back.

    • @stealthd16
      @stealthd16 9 місяців тому

      @@bobstupaksvegasworld4098 you do realize this is 2024, right? That 500 bucks today is about 1800 in today’s dollars. Plus back then that was a NEW bike, so even then you wouldn’t have paid 500. I’m clearly referring to today’s market for classic bikes. However I do feel your pain trying to buy now, what we’re cheap used cars or bikes in out past. While I do agree that the collectible market is way overpriced, I stand by my opinion that the Nighthawk S is under appreciated. These were rare, extremely well built, and far superior to its direct ancestor, the CB750K, which are readily available and selling regularly in the 7-10k range. As I have one of each in my collection, and spent considerable time searching for nice unmolested examples, (I feel lucky to have only paid $2k & $3k respectively about 10 years ago), so I’m pretty confident in my opinion. That said at the $5995 Buy It Now asking price I do feel this dealer is justified in seeking a premium for this particular bike.

    • @GabStLaurent
      @GabStLaurent 7 місяців тому +3

      ... And on the 7th day, God created Facebook Marketplace.

    • @bobstupaksvegasworld4098
      @bobstupaksvegasworld4098 7 місяців тому

      @@GabStLaurent I don't do that but, a friend showed me a very nice looking '99 Yamaha R7 for $1600 on that site.

  • @deepbludude4697
    @deepbludude4697 10 місяців тому +3

    Love it, Ive done alot in my life worked on every continent, doing some cool ass things, owned many bikes, trucks and cars. But id really like to visit your shop to top it off!

  • @billsbikes
    @billsbikes 10 місяців тому +3

    I had two of these in Canada. They were 750's here. Just an awesome bike... Loved them.

  • @ar2043
    @ar2043 10 місяців тому +1

    The Honda Nighthawk S has literally been one of my favorite bikes of all time. I could probably say it's honestly in my top 5 street bikes as far as being a favorite. It kind of reminds me of my 86 Monte Carlo SS… It wasn't the best at everything but it was damn good at a lot of things and the look never goes out of style. Still looks as sporty today as it did back then!!! It really is timeless in the looks department!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅

  • @marktedford7231
    @marktedford7231 10 місяців тому +1

    That bike is my favorite motorcycle ever . I had one the same color wish I would have kept it.

  • @PRO4XKEV
    @PRO4XKEV 10 місяців тому +1

    I remember these. I had a Suzuki GS850G and a Honda V-45 Magna.

  • @fiero880
    @fiero880 10 місяців тому +3

    I’ve owned a good many Nighthawks. The 700S was my favorite. I also feel the 700S was a huge game changer for Honda back then as well. While I love the newer design of the 90’s 750 Nighthawks, you can clearly see where they cut so many corners to cut production cost down. The 700S isn’t like that.

    • @kevincosta9228
      @kevincosta9228 10 місяців тому

      Yup, the later 750 was built to a low price point. These S models had some nice convenience features and the bits and pieces were nice. Foot peg mounts, for example, were tasty looking aluminum pieces. I still loved my 750 though

  • @damienoregan6211
    @damienoregan6211 10 місяців тому +1

    I just love everything you do can't get enough of your knowledge and driving skills 👌.

  • @sonnyseabury4051
    @sonnyseabury4051 10 місяців тому

    That is one gorgeous and badass looking bike. Love the cafe style windshield on it, along with loving the exhaust note. Also loved the handgrips heater. I've never seen one of those before. Your buddy Tim took damn good care of this beautiful classic bike. This bike was made in a time when Honda's had the most beautiful paintjobs.

  • @minecrafthacker9582
    @minecrafthacker9582 10 місяців тому

    This is the year of the nighthawk. I'm building a resto-mod 84' in blue first start coming up shortly after the rebuild. Old man sold me a lemon but I still loved the bike!

  • @hypervigilance1465
    @hypervigilance1465 10 місяців тому

    my first street bike got the same one brand new in 1985 had a small black fairing on the front of the bottom pipes same color combo black and blue. I loved that thing so much I got it right after marine corps boot camp 1811 tank crewman m60 A1.

  • @jeremyb4493
    @jeremyb4493 4 місяці тому

    Had one in black, back during and after my high school years in the 90s. Great bike.

  • @1970sRacing
    @1970sRacing 10 місяців тому +2

    great looking bike!

  • @edwardwolf2625
    @edwardwolf2625 10 місяців тому

    Very nice motorcykle. I didn´t know him until this moment.

  • @joeblow5037
    @joeblow5037 10 місяців тому +5

    Went to the Honda dealer to buy the '84 version of this, and found out that they still had a silver '79 CBX still in the crate.....
    and.... ya know 😏

    • @GolfRemoEchoGolf2
      @GolfRemoEchoGolf2 10 місяців тому +1

      I know a guy named Jim in Cincinnati that get trailers full from all over the US in very bad condition and really lays out CBXs

  • @johnknowlton3998
    @johnknowlton3998 10 місяців тому

    Had that poster on my wall, dream bike, love the blue!

  • @davidl546
    @davidl546 10 місяців тому

    Sweet 700! I'm gonna get mine on the road this year.

  • @evdallas123
    @evdallas123 10 місяців тому +1

    I had a red one my buddy had the blue one I wish I still had mine we put supertrapp 4into ones on em they are great looking and riding bikes and maintenance free

  • @kevinsivertson5800
    @kevinsivertson5800 10 місяців тому

    Sweet bike tkx Ken!

  • @DylanBullock-q2b
    @DylanBullock-q2b 10 місяців тому

    This is an exciting bike because it has classic styling along with sport bike performance. I wish more bikes were made that way. 80’s bikes are awesome

  • @kevinsivertson5800
    @kevinsivertson5800 10 місяців тому +1

    Sweet bike ! Tkx for sharing Ken!

  • @toddaod295
    @toddaod295 10 місяців тому

    Had a 1983 Honda 550 Nighthawk. The first brand new bike I owned....still have dreams about it today.

  • @ShawnaWilliams-z6r
    @ShawnaWilliams-z6r 10 місяців тому

    Nice bike mr K.you can tell it's still cold about 40 here in Unionville va.

  • @paxwallace8324
    @paxwallace8324 14 днів тому

    Well no chain to worry about just change the oil no valves to adjust either. Those bikes have a fun top end too. 12sec 1/4mile. I want it. Only thing it needs is a larger tank!

  • @cyraxnzed578
    @cyraxnzed578 10 місяців тому +2

    Awesome bike man

  • @williamheinsinger7390
    @williamheinsinger7390 10 місяців тому

    This was the Street bike that got Me interested in motorcycles, but Still never owned a Nighthawk S .👍

  • @dmbjj1956
    @dmbjj1956 8 місяців тому

    This, along with the RD03 Africa Twin, are my favourite Hondas ever made.

  • @CynthiaGreene-il1fe
    @CynthiaGreene-il1fe 10 місяців тому +1

    Kaptain, man thats a sharp bike. thx!!

  • @averydavis4758
    @averydavis4758 10 місяців тому

    I have an 84 I ride any chance I get! 15k miles and beautiful. Definitely a perfect bike, one of Honda's best. Might be selling her soon

    • @KaplanCycles
      @KaplanCycles  10 місяців тому

      How much did in buying it text me the info 860-916-9784

  • @billbright1755
    @billbright1755 10 місяців тому +1

    Those vintage machines look so much better than some of the crazy styling of the modern bikes.
    That’s why retro models are popular.
    They starting going too radical with the lines of back fenders and mufflers.
    My opinion of course but that’s a nice looking Honda.

  • @rogervallve7375
    @rogervallve7375 9 місяців тому

    One of my favourite bikes!

  • @mr.nighthawk4502
    @mr.nighthawk4502 10 місяців тому +1

    I have a 450 sc one of the best bikes honda ever made.

  • @billyj.thanks8458
    @billyj.thanks8458 9 місяців тому

    Nice video! I currently am looking at the EXACT same bike IN MY GARAGE!!! I bought a Kawasaki Z1-R in 1978 off the show room floor….. rode it for 60,000 miles and like a fool sold it years ago. This Honda came up for sale locally and it reminded me of the Z so much I had to have it… It’s a fantastic piece of machinery and looks timeless.

  • @baca6445
    @baca6445 10 місяців тому +1

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  • @bobg1219
    @bobg1219 10 місяців тому +1

    Cool bike!

  • @richard9444
    @richard9444 10 місяців тому

    I always wanted one of these ,don't see many in the UK ,we had the 750 version of great reliable bikes

  • @paulh.5691
    @paulh.5691 10 місяців тому

    Just about 7 years ago I was offered a 750cc blue one in mint condition, very low mileage. Just no battery, no test ride.
    In The Netherlands for 750 Euros.
    And then I didn't even think it was a particular bargain...
    So I went and bought a much more expensive XS650.

  • @returnofbillyjack
    @returnofbillyjack 9 місяців тому

    I had this bike awesome bike great wheels, have you seen the new 1100 nighthawk for 2025

  • @ronlawson5819
    @ronlawson5819 10 місяців тому

    I’ve always wanted a Nighthawk S

  • @atcjoe1600
    @atcjoe1600 10 місяців тому

    Is considered a antique, where does the time go. Still looks cool to me.

  • @peacefulwarrior4078
    @peacefulwarrior4078 10 місяців тому

    A old racing buddy bought one of these brand spanking new in 1985 and as I remember it's a shaft driven bike which makes the rear end slightly rise when you throttle up hard on it ! Rode it from frederick Maryland all the way to OCEAN CITY MARYLAND in the late afternoon early evening which normally is about a 4 hour drive . Made it in just under 3 hours 😂 needless to say I was hitting well sustained
    speeds at well over 100/110mph in open areas in route to the beach .I mainly remember just how smooth and comfortable it was on that ride .later that year my buddy ended up totalling it in a bike accident when a car pulled out in front of him ,he was OK but that bike was
    COMPLETELY DESTROYED !

  • @sissygoog9456
    @sissygoog9456 7 місяців тому

    1985 Honda Nighthawk CB 700SC😮 awesome film and Ronnie❤ sounds awesome I love the black and blue it fits it so well especially the black frame gorgeous Kaplan Cycles number one God Bless America❤

  • @KillrMillr7
    @KillrMillr7 10 місяців тому +1

    I bought a blue one in 84 brand new outta the box, best bike I ever owned. I'd take that one if it's what I paid for mine $3400. Lol

  • @RRM707
    @RRM707 10 місяців тому +1

    Will this be for sale soon?

  • @ГеоргийСапожкин-з5й
    @ГеоргийСапожкин-з5й 10 місяців тому

    Красивый мотоцикл

  • @spookydog6959
    @spookydog6959 10 місяців тому

    underrated

  • @scottreynolds3148
    @scottreynolds3148 10 місяців тому

    Had one great bike put 15 thousand miles on it same blue should have kept it still have a 4 in to 1 with super trap if someone needs one

    • @KaplanCycles
      @KaplanCycles  10 місяців тому

      We could use the pipe 860-916-9784 we are restoring one now

  • @dmbjj1956
    @dmbjj1956 8 місяців тому

    Hey guys is this still for sale? I can’t find any info on your website. Thanks

  • @junkyardjunkie7192
    @junkyardjunkie7192 10 місяців тому +1

    And I thought I wanted a newer nighthawk 750 now it's gotta b a 700s

  • @SOFTAILX
    @SOFTAILX 10 місяців тому

    I thought it was an imposter at first. The Shoes threw me way off.

    • @KaplanCycles
      @KaplanCycles  10 місяців тому +1

      Broke my leg last week it's swollen up can't fit in a boot

    • @SOFTAILX
      @SOFTAILX 10 місяців тому

      @@KaplanCycles damn I didn't know. Get well soon my brother

  • @660Chronicles
    @660Chronicles 10 місяців тому

    Had an 83 that I turned into a hardtail bobber

  • @odettaclarke1535
    @odettaclarke1535 10 місяців тому

    Love it

  • @jeffedwards9039
    @jeffedwards9039 10 місяців тому

    Senior how many miles on it?

  • @javonbrandon
    @javonbrandon 10 місяців тому

    Is this motorcycle fuel injected

    • @atcjoe1600
      @atcjoe1600 10 місяців тому

      No sir, 4 carburetors tuned and synchronized.

  • @kalaharimine
    @kalaharimine 10 місяців тому

    Blame H-D & big daddy government protection for this bike. The rest of the world got the CBX 750. Nice though.

  • @sergiososa5855
    @sergiososa5855 10 місяців тому