The
5-speed CB450K1 was sold in the US in 1968 and into 1969, when the
CB450K2 was introduced. Most CB450K1 machines in the USA were fitted
with a seat with
white piping and rough alligator-like textured black vinyl. The
restyled tank
was introduced in response to initial negative public reception of the
"bomber"
tank. The K1's new styling was also intended help publicize the fact
that
this was truly a new machine, with many engineering improvements as
well
as cosmetic
updates.
CB450K1 USA 1968 MODEL as
shown in original Honda brochure.