When Honda released the GB350 and GB350S in Japan, it became an instant hit, so much so that it was the second best-selling motorcycle in the 250cc to 400cc class after the Yamaha SR400 Final Edition. Demand for the bike continues to be high, so much so that production has not been able to keep up with the general public's demand for the retro-style roadster. The GB350 in Japan shares a lot of similarities with the India-spec CB350 retro bike.
The Honda GB350 is a modern-day reincarnation of the classic UJM, and has been featured in a on-make race at the HSR Kyushu. Because the bike has been used in racing, and is the perfect platform for customization, chances are there will be more performance-oriented builds that make use of the GB350 and GB350S. Active, an aftermarket parts and accessories specialist, recently showcased its catalog of custom, race-oriented parts for the GB350, effectively transforming it into a sleek and aggressive modern cafe racer. First showcased in the Nagoya Motorcycle Show, the concept is intended to be "a modern cafe racer that is not tied to the style of yesteryear."
