Honda CB50R

In 2004, Honda released the CB50R, a stunning tribute to its small-displacement racers of the 1960s. Sold as a track-only machine through Honda dealers, the 'Dream 50R' wasn't street legal. It's powered by a jewel-like 49cc DOHC 4-valve single-cylinder engine that screams to over 13,500 rpm, producing around 7 horsepower. With styling cues like the long fuel tank and solo seat from the original CR110, it's a faithful homage built with modern precision.

The CB50R's appeal comes from its status as an official Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) product and its extreme rarity. Many were purchased by collectors and never turned a wheel on track, preserved as static art. They represent a pure, undiluted racing experience from a golden era of Grand Prix competition. For Honda collectors, it's a must-have piece that showcases the company's engineering heritage in miniature form.

The market for the CB50R is small but dedicated. With an average sale price around $9,000, these aren't inexpensive toys. Values are heavily dependent on condition and history. Bikes that have been raced and show wear trade for significantly less than pristine, zero-hour examples that still have their original HRC kit parts in the box. The market remains stable for top-tier examples.

Prices range from about $5,200 for well-used examples to nearly $14,000 for top-tier, low-hour machines.