Honda Dream Touring 305 for sale

Seller: kaplancycles

Condition: Listing details from the bike's own eBay listing: Year: 1966; Make: Honda; Model: Dream Touring 305; Mileage: 7,304 miles; Engine: 305 cc; Type: Cruiser; Color: Black. Watch Video Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Paste link into a browser window: [isdntekvideo] 1966 HONDA CA78 DREAM 305 STUNNING ORIGINAL SURVIVOR 7,300 MILES, FULLY SERVICED & TUNED WHITEWALL TIRES – ELECTRIC START COLLECTOR QUALITY! A BEAUTIFULLY PRESERVED PIECE OF HONDA MOTORCYCLE HISTORY! Kaplan Cycles and the New England Motorcycle Museum are proud to offer this spectacular 1966 Honda CA78 Dream 305! Feast your eyes on one of the most iconic Japanese touring motorcycles of the 1960s! This beautiful Honda Dream 305 is a remarkably well-preserved, low-mileage example with just 7,300 indicated miles, gorgeous original character, beautiful Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires, and an extensive mechanical reconditioning and cosmetic detailing. This is not a ground-up restoration that has erased six decades of history. This is an authentic vintage Honda survivor that retains much of its original factory finish, chrome, hardware, and unmistakable character, while benefiting from the servicing necessary to make it a fantastic running and riding classic. It starts easily, runs excellent, looks amazing, and is ready for its next caretaker! THE LEGENDARY HONDA DREAM 305 The Honda Dream was decades ahead of its time in styling, engineering, reliability, and everyday practicality. Its distinctive European-inspired touring profile, enclosed mechanical components, and electric-start twin-cylinder engine helped establish Honda's reputation as one of the world's premier motorcycle manufacturers. From its uniquely shaped stamped-steel frame and deeply valanced fenders to its squared-off headlight, beautifully sculpted fuel tank, enclosed rear chain, and comfortable two-up saddle, the Dream was unlike anything else on the road. This machine showcases everything that made the Honda Dream so special: Legendary 305cc four-stroke parallel-twin engine Overhead-camshaft engine design Smooth and dependable electric starting Backup kickstarter Factory 12-volt electrical system Simple and reliable single-carburetor induction Beautiful original-style dual exhaust system Distinctive stamped-steel frame Classic square headlight and enclosed front fork design Deeply valanced front and rear fenders Iconic chrome fuel tank side panels with rubber knee grips Beautiful factory-style Honda tank emblems Comfortable full-length two-passenger saddle Original-style heel-toe shifter Fully enclosed rear drive chain Distinctive enclosed rear shocks Original-style center stand and side stand Factory-style rear luggage rack Gorgeous Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires This is vintage Honda engineering and styling at its finest! BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL PATINA – AUTHENTIC SURVIVOR CHARACTER One of the most appealing aspects of this particular motorcycle is its remarkable originality. The fuel tank retains what we believe to be its original factory black paint, displaying the beautiful aged finish and authentic patina that collectors appreciate. The front and rear fenders also retain their original paint with some touch up paint present. Unlike motorcycles that have been completely stripped and repainted, this Dream retains the character and originality that simply cannot be duplicated. The original-style chrome handlebars are in excellent condition, and the rubber Honda grips appear to be factory originals, complete with their aged finish and Honda markings. The large chrome tank panels, rubber knee protectors, and iconic Honda emblems beautifully complement the black paint. The original chrome wheel rims present very well overall, with some age-related pitting and patina, particularly on portions of the rear rim. These imperfections are cosmetic and consistent with a carefully preserved, approximately 60-year-old motorcycle. The original exhaust system is in excellent condition and retains its beautiful classic appearance. The original-style factory rear shocks, enclosed drive chain, footpegs, heel-toe shifter, kickstarter, center stand, side stand, and rear luggage rack are all present. The engine cases have been carefully refinished, with freshly painted surfaces and polished aluminum components that present beautifully. The side covers have also been professionally refinished and repainted to match the original factory black finish. The original rear fender displays a small area where an old registration or inspection sticker was removed, leaving a visible outline and minor surface irregularity that was touched up. We have intentionally retained this original finish rather than repainting the entire fender and removing its historical character. The result is an outstanding combination of vintage originality, mechanical dependability, and exceptional presentation. EXTENSIVE MECHANICAL SERVICE AND RECONDITIONING! At Kaplan Cycles, we understand that acquiring a vintage motorcycle is about much more than buying something that looks good in photographs. A 1966 motorcycle may look beautiful but still require extensive mechanical attention before it can be enjoyed. That's why our team invested approaching 40 hours of professional labor, billed at our $150-per-hour shop rate, plus parts and materials , servicing, inspecting, detailing, and reconditioning this exceptional Honda Dream. MECHANICAL AND COSMETIC WORK PERFORMED: Comprehensive mechanical inspection and major tune-up Carburetor professionally rebuilt and serviced Fuel tank cleaned and inspected Fuel petcock rebuilt New fuel lines installed New spark plugs installed New spark plug wires installed Fresh engine oil New air filter New battery installed Battery tender connection installed Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires installed Brake components cleaned and refinished Engine covers and cases refinished where needed Aluminum components polished Side covers refinished in factory-style black Center stand and side stand cleaned and refinished Extensive cosmetic cleaning and professional detailing Overall running and operational inspection $6,000

Color: Black