Good doctors do not discriminate on the illness of their patients — from the common cold to rare diseases, their dedication for the patient’s well being is always at the forefront of their duty. The same can be said in the world of motorcycles. Whether it’s a rare vintage bike or something more commonplace, it’s always a delight to see a motorcycle that’s in dire condition get a new breath of life through hours of dedication. Revival Cycles has been at the forefront of breathing new life into motorcycles, from vintage to performance, and has even taken on breathing new life into the humble early ‘80s Honda FT500 Ascot.
While the FT500 Ascot may not be the rarest of breeds, it’s 500cc single cylinder motor, reliability, and light weight make it a good choice for relatively new riders. The Revival FT500 Ascot took these strength, but added a new custom frame, Suzuki GSX-R forks with upgraded suspension and stronger brakes, a Suzuki SV650 swing arm, and Yamaha RD400 wheels to set it apart from its humble origins. Add upgraded electronics and a lustrous blue paint used on the Porsche Cayenne, anyone familiar with Honda FT500 Ascot will find themselves ogling at possibility the best looking, and performing, FT500 in the world.