Electric Honda C70: The Canadian Cub

Sally’s Speed Shop, a Canadian craftsman shrouded in secrecy, has earned renown for fashioning one-of-a-kind custom motorcycles.

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Situated in British Columbia, this workshop embraces creativity over seeking fame.

Sally’s most recent masterpiece showcases a remarkable 1981 Honda C70 Passport, distinguished by its sleek bodywork and distinctive power source.

The Honda C70 has achieved widespread recognition, boasting a production count exceeding 100 million units.

Yet, Sally saw untapped potential. He reshaped the frame expertly, enhanced it for larger rims, and devised a custom anti-swingarm system. He skillfully adapted the bike to his vision.

Aiming for a cleaner chassis, Sally removed excess material, fashioned a larger inner fender, and designed an anti-swingarm to prevent rim-body interference. The bike’s bodywork emerged from a labor-intensive process, involving hand-laid molds for a steel frame. This meticulous approach led to a stunning epoxy composite part.

Sally’s attention extended to the front end, creating a leaf spring suspension and integrating a springer front end sourced from Kepspeed.

Sally customized the rims using an early model Honda hub, incorporated 72 twisted spokes, and applied a powder-coated black finish to the 18-inch rims.

The overall aesthetic, characterized by timeless black with polished accents, exuded a sense of classic elegance.

Sally’s craftsmanship shone through meticulously shaped aluminum pieces, including a front punched cover, trim, and vintage-inspired faux louvres. He shaped the seat from aluminum, added a cantilevered spring support, and stitched leather with pattern-matching grips.

Remarkably, Sally transitioned the bike from a traditional 6hp petrol engine to an 8000-watt electric hub motor, neatly hidden within the bodywork per Honda’s vision.

Sally’s transformed Honda C70 marries vintage and modern, emerging as a unique piece of rolling art.