The history of the Honda CD175 motorcycle
The Honda CD175’s engine was inspired by the CB160 and many other engine components remained the same, such as internals and cast iron. The biggest features when it comes to the Honda CD175 is the 360-degree crankshaft, wasted spark ignition, a single carburetor, and a roaring parallel twin engine. These features help the speedometer reach 100 mph on a highway (although it’s only realistically possible to travel around 70 mph).
To ensure a smooth ride, the Honda CD175 featured roller bearing connecting rods. Even driving at speeds of 70 mph will turn out to be a fun experience with a smooth result. Many variations of this model were created from 1967 to 1979. When the Honda CD175 was put into full gear, it reached a total of 11,000 rpm. One of the main problems of this model was the poorly executed braking system.
The CD175 can travel 50 miles on just one gallon of gas. The bike was much cheaper than the competition compared to similar models. When the CD175 was released, it was known as the CD175A, Honda CA175, or the better known CD175 name. The motorcycle itself was built and distributed worldwide to Commonwealth countries. The style and appearance were a great bonus with what the powerful machine already offered.
The fuel system fitted was a single 22mm carburetor with a cylindrical slide known as the Keihin Seiki PW-22. The powerful gearbox that the Honda CD175 came equipped with was a 4-speed wet clutch with a gear-driven primary drive and a chain-driven final drive. Like many electrical systems of this era, the Honda CD175 was equipped with a 6-volt battery-powered ignition. Finally, a big player on the feature list includes the two in two baffle-type exhaust silencers.
The early years of the CD175 provided a pressed steel spine frame and a heavier forward-inclined cylinder engine that presented itself as a bike that was not only meant for speed, but also for pleasure. Many countries in which the motorcycle appeared stopped using the electrical system to make the Honda CD175 a little cheaper.
Some riders have claimed to have hit the 100 mph speedometer mark. A recording of 80 mph was made and it has remained the top speed attested to by others. Going over 80 mph would require a lighter rider with no headwind to deal with. This bike was made to be enjoyed on and off the road, but it comes across more of a touring bike than a racing bike.