Not to nit-pick, but I think the CB750 should be rated #1 over the Kawasaki Z1 (I can already hear the protesting). But to be fair, Honda was the one who made the big leap first. They brought an all-new motorcycle to market, gambling that it would be successful. It actually succeeded Honda's expectations. After its initial introduction in 1969, the 1971 CB750 model reached 77,000 units produced (the highest output of the CB750 from model years 1969 to 1976) Of course production numbers began to drop, but they still sold 42,000 for the 1976 K6 model year, which other MC companies would envy. Honda was the first MC company to combine a 4 cylinder engine with electric start, disc brake, and reliable performance in a single package. While the Kawasaki Z1 did offer greater performance when it was introduced, they were simply following Honda's pioneering lead.
You are absolutely right. I loved my '77 CB 750. My buddy had a Z1, was always reminding me that it had 900 cc and DOHC. True, but once that 750 got on the cam, there wasn't much difference. And, Honda was the first. Kawasaki was still making oil burners in '69.
Delete the XR750 - a factory Flat Track Racer - and insert the Kawasaki H1 & H2 Triples, then include the Yamaha XS1100, the BMW R90S and the Kawasaki Z1300. As mentioned elsewhere, the Norton and Triumph were carry overs from the '60's
The Suzuki GT750 was known as the 'Kettle' in the UK. The Kawasaki Z1 was originally going to be a 750 but then they heard about the upcoming Honda CB750, so decided to go one better and make it a 900.
Love the vintage motorcycles, Used to own a 1976 Yamaha RD 400 (modified-63hp) and a Yamaha XJ 550 maxum, now ride a Kawasaki Concourse 1000 (1999) sport-toured . Hello from Nova Scotia, Canada.
The BMW R90S should be here instead. Also the Ducati 750SS is more deserving than the GT. The Norton Commando 750 was introduced in the 1960’s. The 850 MK2 is a 1970’s bike. Electric starters were common in the 70’s … except for certain British bikes.
It might have been a cool bke but nobody is looking for the Moto Guzzi. I wish Norton would make a real return like Triumph Not as some upscale motorcycle that nobody can afford. Oh well maybe next time Norton comes back. The Ducati EH. The Suzuki GT 750 was nothing but problems, anything but reliability. I still want an XS650
The GT750 was not a shift from the 2 strokes, it WAS a 2 stroke. It may have been introduced in 1971, but the first model year was 1972, which is what I have. 1972, with the four leading shoe drum front brake is the only year I want and have. I also have the CB750K and one that isn't listed for good reason, the 1974 Yamaha TX750. Known to be a lemon, but I love mine even if it is a POS. 💩
Love these vintage collections!
Not to nit-pick, but I think the CB750 should be rated #1 over the Kawasaki Z1 (I can already hear the protesting). But to be fair, Honda was the one who made the big leap first. They brought an all-new motorcycle to market, gambling that it would be successful. It actually succeeded Honda's expectations. After its initial introduction in 1969, the 1971 CB750 model reached 77,000 units produced (the highest output of the CB750 from model years 1969 to 1976) Of course production numbers began to drop, but they still sold 42,000 for the 1976 K6 model year, which other MC companies would envy. Honda was the first MC company to combine a 4 cylinder engine with electric start, disc brake, and reliable performance in a single package. While the Kawasaki Z1 did offer greater performance when it was introduced, they were simply following Honda's pioneering lead.
You are absolutely right. I loved my '77 CB 750. My buddy had a Z1, was always reminding me that it had 900 cc and DOHC. True, but once that 750 got on the cam, there wasn't much difference. And, Honda was the first. Kawasaki was still making oil burners in '69.
@@mtntime1 Oil burners in 69, you forgot about the 650cc 4 stroke W1 twin 4 years before (1965 first MY)
Delete the XR750 - a factory Flat Track Racer - and insert the Kawasaki H1 & H2 Triples, then include the Yamaha XS1100, the BMW R90S and the Kawasaki Z1300. As mentioned elsewhere, the Norton and Triumph were carry overs from the '60's
CB 750 still a great looking bike
Nice selection! I'd love my XS650 & my R75/5 back!!
Vintage! Great top ten!
The Suzuki GT750 was known as the 'Kettle' in the UK. The Kawasaki Z1 was originally going to be a 750 but then they heard about the upcoming Honda CB750, so decided to go one better and make it a 900.
Love the vintage motorcycles, Used to own a 1976 Yamaha RD 400 (modified-63hp) and a Yamaha XJ 550 maxum, now ride a Kawasaki Concourse 1000 (1999) sport-toured . Hello from Nova Scotia, Canada.
Zed 1 all day long at number one. The CB was a good bike, but nothing compared to the Zed looks wise as well as performance
The BMW R90S should be here instead. Also the Ducati 750SS is more deserving than the GT. The Norton Commando 750 was introduced in the 1960’s. The 850 MK2 is a 1970’s bike. Electric starters were common in the 70’s … except for certain British bikes.
The C102 version of the Honda C100 Cub had an Electric Starter in 1962..on a 50 CC Motorcycle
1:44 Le Mans was both refined and raw. What? Who writes this?
It might have been a cool bke but nobody is looking for the Moto Guzzi. I wish Norton would make a real return like Triumph Not as some upscale motorcycle that nobody can afford. Oh well maybe next time Norton comes back. The Ducati EH. The Suzuki GT 750 was nothing but problems, anything but reliability. I still want an XS650
Scariest bike I have ever ridden was a Kawasaki 750 2 stroke triple with clip ons .
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The GT750 was not a shift from the 2 strokes, it WAS a 2 stroke. It may have been introduced in 1971, but the first model year was 1972, which is what I have. 1972, with the four leading shoe drum front brake is the only year I want and have. I also have the CB750K and one that isn't listed for good reason, the 1974 Yamaha TX750. Known to be a lemon, but I love mine even if it is a POS. 💩
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Ducati 750GT had springer heads, NO DESMO!!!!! These AI lists Suck, does no one edit this crap?
No where acrate, you were not riding these bike's. I did!.. I love a bit of bullshit 😂
bit silly
Laverda SF750?? Benelli 750 Sei??
'70's was when bikes were sex toys!
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