1969 Hodaka Ace/Super Rat restored MX bike, vintage, classic, rare, collectible

Description

1967 1969 and 1974 Hodaka Motocross bike

This is definitely a one of a kind Hodaka motorcycle. Hodaka’s are in high demand from vintage motorcycle aficionados. It would take you thousands of dollars to put something like this together and you will not see another one like it – ever. This is a 1967 Ace 90 frame – identification number A12197 which is located on the left side of the frame below the seat not on the steering head making it a true Ace frame. It has a 1969 Hodaka 100 Ace engine – identification number P23830 and has 1974 Hodaka Super Rat forks shocks seat and chain cover. All parts are in original condition which has this converted to a full fledged vintage motocross bike that is very fast and has lots of travel – well maybe I should say more travel than a standard Ace 90. I restored and prepared this bike to race in the Marty Tripe's 100cc Works Revenge MX races but because of a disability – I have not been able to ride or race motorcycles in quite some time so that is the only reason I am selling this bike. It needs to be ridden and raced.

Marty describes the Works Revenge races as “a race class that is along the lines of old days racing in the late 60’s /70’s to 1986. The 100’s were the toughest competition of the race day; it made us better riders and better mechanics out of us. Sometimes 150 to 300 riders would show up. If you won the 100’s class you were the man not an easy task. We all had Factory bikes then we just didn’t know it.The 100’s was the ground breaking of Moto Cross in the USA from porting to custom frames swinging arms Pipes lightweight metals and so on”.

As previously stated that is a completely original Hodaka with mostly all of the original parts. The bike was disassembled all the way to the frame. The Ace 90 frame was sandblasted and painted as well as the swing arm and kickstand. The fenders and handlebar were powder coated a chrome color to mimic the original Ace fender colors. On the original Ace's the front fender was lowered to the tire and attached with braces but these were removed and the fender was lifted to the triple clamp for increased clearance. Also all of the holes from the braces that were in the fender and bottom mud flap were welded over sanded and powder coated. The rear fender holes for the rear light and cable were also welded and then powder coated. So both fenders look almost original and much cleaner with no holes. It still has the original Hodaka tube tool kit holder but the battery battery box and ignition have been removed. Other items removed include the front light which has been replaced with the big 17x front number plate. Also removed were the rear light speedometer and the hand pump that was under the gas tank. It has Magura hand grips that are in great condition. It also has very sturdy fork brace which is attached to the Super Rat fork tubes. The original non adjustable rear shocks were also replaced with 5 way adjustable Super Rat shocks that provide more travel. It has a Bassani exhaust that has no dents. It has the original steel “toaster” gas tank with the original Hodaka/Pabatco tank emblems that are in great shape. There are no dents in the tank and the two dents at the top of the tank are intentional and come stock. It also has a steel gas cap versus the stock plastic cap with a breather tube. It has a Cheng Shin 350-17 tire on the rear that has two races on it and a Cheng Shin 3.00-19 in the front that has one race on it. The rims are next to perfect and the spokes are spotless. It has an original shorter Super rat seat and cover with to cuts or rips. The engine was completely gone through and has new gaskets and a new NGK spark plug and lead. The cylinder was painted to look like the Super Rat with the two outside fins not painted making it one of a kind. It has a new rear sprocket as these bikes came with “dual” sprockets as well as a new counter sprocket and chain.

The bike starts right up rides great shifts great has fresh tranny oil. Just remember that this is a “true” two stroke with no autolube – so you have to mix the oil and gas. This bike has not had gas in it for several years and I will not put gas/oil in it unless it hits the reserve price. If you want to come over before the auction ends - I will put the gas/oil in it but it will cost you $50 because I don't want any "tire kickers" coming over just to ride it. If you give me $50 and are the high bidder and pay the reserve cost etc - I will give you your fifty bucks back.

Please do not ask me what the reserve price because I will not tell you and it is not fair to other potential buyers. But I will tell you that it is very reasonably priced for a totally restored and converted MX vintage motorcycle in great condition. I have over $2000 invested into this bike – not to mention my time.

The motorcycle will be sold as-is with no warranties implied and it comes with a valid California title that is in my name and has not been signed and/or dated. Some people will say they have the title but it is already signed and dated and California DMV will charge you late fees from the date that it is on the title because you only have 30 days to transfer vehicles into your name in California after purchase.The bike is currently on non operational status and had been that way for over five years but all you need is the title and bill of sale – no need to take bike to DMV for verification. I already did that for you. I do not sell any vehicle without a title and you shouldn’t buy a vehicle without a title. The title states that it is a 1969 Hodaka which is pretty close to being accurate for a combined 1967 1969 and 1975 Hodaka MX bike.

Please check my Ebay history – it is at 100% satisfaction for a reason and ninety five percent of my Ebay sales are related to motorcycles motorcycle parts or mini bikes. I have been riding racing restoring and collecting motorcycles for over 45 years.

I also have several transport contacts and can get this Hodaka transported almost anywhere in the United States for much less than most motorcycle transporters and USHIP. I also have transported motorcycles to Australia and Europe and I have no issues selling to anyone out of the country. I know of several international transporters and will charge only $100 to get the bike to the transporter/logistics and fifty cents a mile both ways – you pay the transporter to get it over the ocean but I will assist with the logistics and finding a shipper. It will probably cost anywhere from $600-800 to ship to Europe or Australia not including import taxes. So for less than a grand you can get this bike over the ocean(s). I will also deliver this bike for fifty cents a mile both ways anywhere in Southern California.

As you can tell from the pictures this is a great bike to have.Please contact me with any questions or if you would like other pictures. You are welcome and encouraged to start ride and see this bike in person before the auction ends – just email me.

If you are new to eBay then you may not be aware that your bid means you are buying what you are bidding on. If you have zero feedback you must contact me to let me know that you are serious about completing the sale or I will cancel your bid. Please please bid only if you really want the item.

I am not desperate to sell am not a dealer I don't do this for a living I am a motorcycle enthusiast. If you'd like any detailed photos of a specific area of the bike just ask! Please ask any questions you like before bidding. You will be answered quickly and honestly. With all the bikes I own or have owned over the years I know how disappointing it is when someone over-sells a bikes condition so you may be sure I won't do that to you. I have disclosed everything I know about this bike and will gladly provide close up photos of any defects you may have discovered.

You are welcome and encouraged to see this bike in person before the listing ends - just contact me. Like I said I will put gas/oil in it and let you ride it for $50. I need to know you are serious about spending up to my reserve price and possibly more for this very rare Hodaka.

Please check out my other Ebay motorcycle listings – a 1969 Yamaha 125 AT1 a 1972 Suzuki 125 Duster and a 1968 JC Penney Pinto mini bike as well as a variety of motorcycle and mini bike parts.

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