In 1973, Honda took a bold leap. At a time when motocross bikes were still specialty items mostly reserved for European builders, Honda—already a leading force in street motorcycles—suddenly entered the off-road scene.
They didn’t just dip a toe in the water; they cannonballed in, creating one of the most influential motocross bikes of all time. The Honda Elsinore, named after the storied Elsinore Grand Prix, wasn’t just a motorcycle; it was a spark, a shot of adrenaline that changed motocross forever.
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