HONDA CS 71 Dream (1958-1959) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1958, the Japanese bike maker released the Honda CS 71 Dream, one of the first larger displacement motorcycles exported by Honda. It had a high-mounted exhaust system, sold well in the home market, and became a gem among Japanese collectors.

The Honda C71 and C72, alongside the C76 and C77, were the first larger-capacity motorcycles mass-exported by Honda. The bikes were characterized by a pressed steel frame, an alloy overhead cam, a twin-cylinder engine, and well equipped with 12-volt electrics, an electric starter, turn signals, a dual seat, and other advanced features.

The 1958 model had features such as a large valanced front fender, a small square headlight, a one-piece dual seat, a high-mounted chromed exhaust system, side-mounted rear shocks, a center stand, and wire-spoke wheels.

The 1958 Honda CS 71 Dream was powered by a 247cc air-cooled four-stroke twin-cylinder engine fed by a carburetor. The engine boasted an output power of 18 hp at 7,400 rpm, sent to the rear wheel with a four-speed manual transmission and a final chain drive.

For suspension, the motorcycle packed a hydraulic telescopic fork mounted on the front and dual side-mounted shock absorbers mounted on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling capabilities.

As for stopping power, the motorcycle's 16-inch wheels were fitted with drum units, providing optimum braking performance.