Does anyone have a list of known frame numbers which are pre 1973 to offer as a guide before sending precious money to Honda, only to discover that one's motorcycle is not as old as one might have thought?
For example, my frame number is CB500 - 2069xxx
According to SOHC4.net K2 frames start 210 but according to Honda, mine is a K2. I am confused. Has anyone known Honda to get their dates wrong? Interestingly, there are bike companies around who claim they can issue dating certificates without using Hondas database. What would happen if a dating certificate is issued by one company or club which differs from what Mr Honda says?
I have noticed a lot of imported CB500s turning up which have age related plates for 1972. Are these accurate datings or just a considered opinion? As an expert on CB500s I know that my machine is identical to a 1972 machine even though it has a 1975 registration plate.
I only ask these questions because these things seem to affect the value of our machines quite significantly.
