12-01-2017, 06:01 AM
It's possible these bikes will appreciate over time assuming the youngsters of today will aspire to own one in 30-40 years, but I doubt it, especially since the bikes aren't used on the racing circuit. Growing up in the 60's, folks wanted 30's hot rods and 40's Woody's. No longer. Now they want 60's and '70's muscle cars. Those old hot rods and Woodys are on the scrap heap of history.
From an investment standpoint, I wouldn't expect the CB to ever become desirable enough to collectors that it would appreciate more than inflation, if that. Likely, it will continue to depreciate and then settle at a value that's similar to other common bikes of the period.
Accessorize it as you wish, enjoy it for many thousands of miles, and view it as an enabler to happiness and adventure, not as a retirement plan. And yes, keep those OE parts just in case!
From an investment standpoint, I wouldn't expect the CB to ever become desirable enough to collectors that it would appreciate more than inflation, if that. Likely, it will continue to depreciate and then settle at a value that's similar to other common bikes of the period.
Accessorize it as you wish, enjoy it for many thousands of miles, and view it as an enabler to happiness and adventure, not as a retirement plan. And yes, keep those OE parts just in case!