1981 Honda CBX1000 Café Racer Build | Purpose Built Moto

Honda CBX1000 Cafe Racer Build | Stripped, Modified & Transformed
This Honda CBX1000 Cafe Racer build was an incredible experience. We stripped nearly 50kg off the stock weight and turned this machine into an absolute beast! In this video, we walk you through the entire process of stripping down, modifying, and rebuilding the Honda CBX1000 into a custom cafe racer.
Products Featured in this Build:
7” Flashpoint LED Headlight:
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Hollowtip 3 in 1 Tail Lights:
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DIY Aluminium Fender Kit:
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DNA Filters:
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PBM Torpedo Mufflers:
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Daytona Gauges:
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PBM Slim Push Button Switches:
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[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Learn more about our CBX1000 build project, and get in touch with us about your build here: purposebuiltmoto.com/1981-honda-cbx1000-cafe-racer/

[@Healthy4Life111]

How much did everything cost??? I'm intrigued and interested!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

@@Healthy4Life111 We dont discuss our clients costings on social media. If you want a build oriced up send us an email and we can talk about your b uild.

[@abdeldazi6359]

❤

[@lukedaly617]

I can unequivocally say that it’s the sexiest bike I’ve ever seen! I couldn’t be happier. Tommy has built an absolute stonker here let me tell yas! Love to all in the PBM kitchen 👊

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Undoubtedly one of our favourites to date 🔧⚡️

[@discflight]

That’s a special bike for sure! Well done Tom and well done Luke 👍 sounds wicked and looks fantastic. I’m curious how the handling turned out with Busa front end and aprilia swing arm?

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

@@discflight the bike holds the road really well. The bikes wheel base was extended 30mm, and the rake is now 23 deg so she’s pretty nimble

[@ericweber1969]

@@PurposeBuiltMoto the DRZ is still my favorite, but that’s because it’s the kind of bike I want to build myself!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

@@ericweber1969 Fair call!

[@maxsparks5183]

Gorgeous! PLEASE tell me she still sings like an F1. After seeing the quality of your build and your obvious passion and skill I can’t believe I asked such a question. 😖 Forgive me Sir. Question most gloriously answered. DAMN!!!!!!! Angels sung. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😏

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

I take it you got to the end of the video then!

[@geoopa]

I was on that very bike during your ride. What an astonishing and brilliant motorcycle. I've been looking at thousands of bikes and this without a doubt the best I've ever seen and heard. A friend of mine just bought a BMW R18 and I would take this CBX at the drop of a hat. I don't even know how to describe how much I would want this masterpiece. If only I could afford such a beast. Well anyhow, thanks for the experience.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks for letting us know 🎉🎉

[@jimallen199]

Tom I think that is one of the cleanest looking CBX customs I have seen nicely done & that sound wow, as a triple fan myself that big six sounds so sweet.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

This is one special bike that's for sure. Thanks Jim.

[@jamesruralsparkynz3504]

You may have just built my dream bike! The 6cylinder is a symphony of sound hats off to you and your team 🤙

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

The dream bike could become a reality bike if you want it bad enough....

[@Notaracist_i_swear]

Maaan that's a beautiful built❤️‍🔥and❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 what a machine.............love from India ❤❤❤

[@notyourbrotherinlaw2092]

Wow - CBXs are rare enough - this is another level.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

One of a kind this one

[@stevenclark7733]

I did my growing up in the late 70s and early 80s and the CBX was a legend but unfortunately out of my reach. The bike you’ve built is absolutely beautiful.

[@bradwindhorst7010]

Didn't believe it could sound better than it looks, but I stand corrected. That thing sounds so good.

[@rickfilho3686]

This is the best cbx 1000 project! Love this bike.

[@dubs4life7]

This is the single most beautiful bike I have ever seen hands down.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Your head may explode if you rode it!

[@viniengel]

Very nice work, the CBX is one of the best bikes ever made. The sound of that engine on the open road as the RPMs rise is exhilerating.

[@breathestrongcycling3672]

The little touch of paint on the wheels....it's all in the details 👍

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Those are actually decals we had made for the Jonich Wheels

[@Dzynerr]

The engine sound alone is worth it this bike. Aesome build!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Agreed!

[@Christ749]

Μας τρέλανες ρε φίλε!... αγγίζει απευθείας καρδιά αυτό το δημιούργημα, σε μας που ήμασταν νέοι όταν πρωτοκυκλοφόρησε στους δρόμους! Εύγε!

[@chris-builds]

Amazing build, sounds like an F1 car!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Such a joy to ride 💪🏼

[@ivanjulian2532]

"sounds like an F1 car", yes that's what CBX's are famous for. However, if you're a connoisseur of engine sounds, what it really sounds like is an early 60's Ferrari V12 GTO. Look up Nick Mason (from Pink Floyd) and his famous 1964 Ferrari GTO for a cross reference.

[@andrevantonder6895]

Best conversion of CBX just my opinion 👌

[@jamespayne4459]

This! I've ridden em all but i would seriously love to experience that ride, that sound on miles and miles of twisty tarmac.

[@mrweeby1961]

I've thought about doing some custom stuff to my 79 model but can't bring myself to hack up an original CBX. I especially like the suspension upgrades you did so it handles better and has wider tires, which it needs. Shaving off all that weight must really wake it up too. Mine is stock except for a DG 6 into 1 pipe. Nice build.

[@plav032]

This is like driving a two wheeled 240Z or Hakosuka Skyline. Amazing.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

You better believe that!

[@RobersonPhoto]

I miss my 82 CBX, which I had for 20 years and rode over 50K miles with no issues except those damn brushes (you CBX owners know of what I speak). Great job on this custom and while I hate to see any stock CBX get cut up, I have to say that if I had my way, I'd have a clean stock 82 again - and one of these. Sounds great, worthy updates and sharp looking.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks Rob, Hope you enjoyed the onboard test ride!

[@grudzien9784]

Dude this thing is BEAUTIFUL. holy shit People don’t realize how much work and craftsmanship something like this takes! Amazing really amazing

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thankyou, make sure you check out our GSX1400, Built for the same guy!

[@markwilliams9793]

That was my first big bike when I was 18. I went from a Vespa P200E straight to the Honda. I miss that bike, would be worth a fortune now! Really like what you have done to this one, I can only imagine the money that has been lavished on it. Lucky guy!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

It’s more a question of value when spending money on custom bikes. You gotta get your money’s worth in enjoyment!

[@neilurquhart8622]

Maybe tune up a Vespa eh?😂🇬🇧

[@tmr626]

Great job on the bike! It sounds so good with those six pipes too! When designing a bike like this you have so many options especially with custom gas tank styles. One thing I noticed is that you could also increase the gas tank capacity by extending it under the seat. From there, you might even add little custom side panels to hide that inner gas tank area. Later!

[@petergray6800]

Excellent job Guys, I have made a living out of CBX 6-6 pipes and those that you have built sound SSWWEEEEEETTT. Pete Gray Pipemasters

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks Peter, we know of your work. Keep making great stuff!

[@peterroda4181]

Fantastic work. I love the appearance. Very tastefully done. Thanks for sharing.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Enjoy Peter, and check out all our other builds while you’re here

[@cookinitmax]

Really nice build glad you didn't do anything with the sound on the bike thats what hooked me to even though i dont own one it still got me .

[@eduardhenny1]

Jaw dropping beautiful.... + the sound.....wow wow wow

[@ekspatriat]

I bought my only new bike in 80...a CBX1000Z. With 105hp I thought is was a beast. Now the 1000's are producing 110% MORE power WTF!

[@rayobrien4274]

great video mate absolutely love that CBX 1000. I always have. my first encounter with one was in about late 70 we were at the coast with some mates we were on125s I heard this noise and some guy was blasting up the lane on the back wheel i couldn’t believe what I was looking at never forget that moment it was fantastic. always wanted a cbx but it was out of my league and still is. good look guys 👏👏👏👏.

[@pcj8029]

Amazing and wonderful. And every other positive adjective.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Splendid haha

[@antoniom.andersen6704]

Art, nothing short of art.

[@probationbird9786]

Man, that is a hot looking ride. That dude must be so proud. Very very nicely done mate

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

We’re about to finish up this guys second bike, and it’s just as wild

[@probationbird9786]

@@PurposeBuiltMoto Can't wait to see it!

[@johnmagsarmdia3940]

The sound of that it's inline 6 engine is insane.

[@Speedytrip]

I'm without words...that sound...amazing work, just amazing work.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks mate!

[@EABayuaji]

Tiada maaf bagimu.... gila abis desainnya!!!

[@rl8131]

Killer build, nice fab work.

[@acp010]

Epic video Tom, loving it!! The sound of that bike is incredible, and that video ending is awesome!!! 👊

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks Anthony, I guess you like the new format then?

[@acp010]

@@PurposeBuiltMoto absolutely! Those orbit shots around the bike while you are explaining things are killer!!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks for the feedback, we will Keep it going !

[@Christ749]

I love that bike since I was little kid... grate jod, congratulations!!!

[@maxout214226]

On one hand, this is a grail type build, extremely well done and cool. On the otherhand it's a sin to touch a CBX for anything other than restoration to former glory

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Luckily there’s plenty of those knoght of the Templar blokes out there preserving motorcycles history so we don’t have to

[@maxsparks5183]

Sins can be forgiven. Especially this one.

[@xiaochenhou263]

Looks so cool and sounds like a spaceship😳

[@divyajnana]

SANNO! Beautiful job guys, fun video, thank you.

[@rootsrock2394]

Lovely lovely bike! Some great noises through the revs too😏

[@ArroyoDelgado-p4x]

For me is the Best motor nothing better than this .and sound biutiful

[@shanegeorge3063]

Hats off with the PBM CBX1000 build. I think the team absolutely nailed it and knocked it out of the ball park. Visually the bike is gorgeous, to sum it up "Sex on wheels". Personally after seeing the work and attention to detail, I will definitely keep PBM in mind if I decide to go for a build in the future. Cheers

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

That’s good to hear, shoot us an email and let’s talk about your build

[@alexandermik1194]

Work of art

[@cyc25ruffneck]

That is a beautiful bike!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

She really is such a beast! Check out the build blog for a photo gallery on the bike: purposebuiltmoto.com/1981-honda-cbx1000-cafe-racer/

[@cyc25ruffneck]

I'll definitely check it out. Thanks!

[@David..]

These things sound so amazing I don’t know how you can ride one and not feel like James Bond ripping around corners on some Italian mountain road.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Who said we didn’t feel like that?

[@dannymostarac1799]

❤❤❤❤now that's pure art. Bravo!

[@romsawyer2694]

The most beautiful build i see here on youtube this 2021 😍💯 crazy bike, crazy build

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks for your support! Make sure you check out our other build videos too

[@josepinto8361]

MAGNIFISENCE UNICK

[@daffafarin292]

music to my ears. btw, great build

[@c.douglaslyon9949]

Like riding a musical instrument!

[@auntiekriss]

That's a heluva crazy sound🙌🏻💪🏻👍🏻

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Nothing quite like it!

[@bxl1121]

Jesus this could be one of the best custom bikes ever built

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks! I was happy to see the bike made Bike Exif’s top 10 of 2021

[@bxl1121]

@@PurposeBuiltMoto Well done man. Absolutely epic.

[@tonyt73oz]

Best Aussie build I have ever seen and you're in QLD :-)

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks Tony, Do you have a soft spot for these CBX1000's ?

[@tonyt73oz]

@@PurposeBuiltMoto Not CBX's specifically. But after hearing the CBX 6cly, I do now :-)

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

It’s an easy trap to fall into. Where are you based in QLD?

[@tonyt73oz]

@@PurposeBuiltMoto Wamuran; near Caboolture.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

@@tonyt73oz Well you know where we are if you're ever in the area

[@pjakpjak7000]

Oh my fucking god. That is an absolute dream bike. WOW.

[@coolhandchunk]

Gorgeous build of an epic motorcycle

[@darthzoidberg7850]

Beautiful build!

[@victorgonza4528]

Nice work Dude congrats to the owner .

[@ivanjulian2532]

I often compare a CBX1000 exhaust note to a mid 60's Ferrari V12. Being a six it's one octave lower of course, but when the CBX engine gets to say 7000 rpm it's essentially the same as a Ferrari 250 GTO at 3,500 rpm and that's where the similarity in engine note becomes almost identical. My point being a mid 60's Ferrari 250 GTO is arguably the most glorious engine note of all time. Be sure look one up sometime on KZbin to see what I mean. Who wouldn't want a motorbike that sounds like a Ferrari 250 GTO?

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

I hear you there mate!

[@dmozart7]

I love that sound 🙉

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Never get tired of it hey

[@atupe]

Beautiful

[@Shade_Tree_Mechanic]

Beautiful build

[@dp0004]

Does he keep it in his garage? Maybe ride once a week. Magnificent bike.

[@1969raw1]

It's a beauty that's for sure. Sounds amazing also!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

The test ride was definitely one to remember

[@ericweber1969]

That Zero in the background looks interesting, I hope we’ll see a video!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Yeah its coming, along with some other big announcements

[@ericweber1969]

Holy mother of god that thing sounds amazing. Well done!

[@KeshavKumar-bv8le]

Beautiful

[@esphilee]

Honda should take a look.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Here’s hoping

[@bikerbrinrac]

Thats a cool looking & sounding CBX 😎🏍️👍 Amazing from all angles. Looked like it had heaps of grunt. Top build.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Cheers Michael, more coming very soon.

[@bal4av]

What a dream of a bike! 🤩💪💪

[@Hutch0Works]

Solid Gold

[@michaelb.42112]

GORGEOUS !!!!!!!!!!

[@ZeeZtk]

nice bike!

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

One of our best!

[@wildracoon666]

What a great bike I love it!!

[@Tsunamiieh]

The bike is stunning, but I feel like it kind of lost that F1 sound ? I don't know if that was intentional, regardless what a beautiful bike.

[@carlosalbertomoutinhodasil8839]

TOP, TOP, TOP, TOP ESPETACULAR

[@sadeghgerami5004]

Amazing👌

[@atolfree]

That sound!!!!

[@Austin_Soares]

Would you happen to have a video or article for a swingarm swap? That is a concept I'd like to learn about.

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Hey Austin, We don't have a swing arm swap article, next time we do one in the shop I'll make sure to take the process down.

[@Austin_Soares]

@@PurposeBuiltMoto Thanks! :)

[@OwnerOP]

You have produced a masterpiece. I'd love to buy this one or something same like that . Please let me know .

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks for your interest. Head to PurposeBuiltMoto.com and send us an email to talk about your next bike!

[@ymaginerick5804]

whaooooouuuuuuuuuu splendide , very nice

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

Awesome project!!, beautifully put together with great components as always, “but” the handlebar isn’t cafe racer style as the bike is (I have to point that out) 🤗👍🏻

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Thanks Carlos, We've built this as a cross over to be a bit more comfortable to ride long distances. the bars are an important part of that.

[@jameswaterhouse-brown6646]

That’s mad!

[@luckydubeinrc5165]

6in1 Kerker pipe...enough said

[@dcftvd]

Are you giving it the beans? I would expect it to be faster with 50kgs less, doesn't feel thaaaat fast Other than that it's looking, sounding and feeling amazing! Congrats from the other side of the world

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Mild Beans.... You've gotta remember this was a test ride on a clients bike!

[@iodineclip]

oh the things i would do to own one of those !

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

Easy enough if you have heaps of money!

[@postiepat1541]

Woah that is cool. Definitely inspiring some ideas for when I start my next bike build. Are you going to do any vids on the Zero in the background at 6:05?

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

The Zero will be coming in hot in a few short weeks!

[@iqwan9850]

2014

[@slyt4558]

This is one of the most beautiful builds I’ve ever seen! Straya baby!! Total cost of this build please?

[@PurposeBuiltMoto]

For a build of this quality you're looking at around $60K AUD

[@connykomen4237]

that sound

[@kurtsam5972]

Looks and sounds video!

[@willbar1961]

That looks great. I'm on the fence about keeping my 79 stock (except the 6 into one pipe) or going custom.

[@ilovehotdogs125790]

go custom if you do it properly like this video and actually improve the stock bike.

[@willbar1961]

I've decided not to hack up an original 8700 mile Survivor I'm going to restore it to original except for the exhaust

[@swamptiger9223]

Wow you lucky bstrd 😮

[@TheJWC56RSA]

Well done!!

[@theoriginalmungaman]

So you modify the engine and end up with less than it had stock?

[@aGentleUser]

It looks and sounds epic, I wonder how it rides however :D

[@guinnesslover2970]

Looks more like a street tracker tbf

[@garybarfoot9856]

Even though the pipes look great all cbx's should have 6 into 1 by law 😊