The 1969 Honda CB750 marked the beginning of the end for British motorcycles as performance leaders.

1969 Honda CB750 Pictures

The 1969 Honda CB750 provided four-cylinder power and smoothness never before seen in the world of motorcycling.

Redline on the CB750's inline-four was 8500 rpm.

This CB 750 has an early engine, as identified by its sand-cast block casing. Collectors place a high value on these early models

A front-disc brake on a street machine was a first.

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