This 1973 Hodaka Wombat was acquired by the seller in Colorado in 1994, reportedly from its first owner. Powered by a 123cc two-stroke single paired with a five-speed transmission, this classic bike features a distinctive chrome fuel tank and fenders, complemented by a black vinyl solo seat.
Additional details include a chrome cross-braced handlebar equipped with run and lighting switches, bright levers, and a twist-grip throttle. The bike also sports a rear cargo rack, a headlight with replacement rubber mounts, a taillight, a K&W Enterprises fork brace, twin front mud flaps, folding serrated foot pegs, and a side stand. Wire-spoke wheels measuring 21″ up front and 18″ at the rear are laced to drum-brake hubs and were mounted with Shinko tires by the seller in 2025.
Suspension is managed by a conventional telescopic fork at the front and a pair of chrome adjustable shocks attached to the swingarm. The Nippon Seiki 100-MPH speedometer features a five-digit odometer showing 916 miles, approximately 39 of which were added under the current ownership.
The bike’s 123cc two-stroke single is equipped with a kick starter and a high-mount upswept expansion chamber exhaust system with a perforated heat shield. Notably, an HPI electronic ignition was installed in 2025, along with new tires, battery, front brake cable, headlight, grips, fuel petcocks, air cleaner and carburetor intake rubbers, as well as kick starter and shift lever seals.
Power is delivered to the rear wheel through a multi-plate wet clutch, a five-speed transmission, and a chain drive protected by upper and lower guards. The black grips and front brake cable were also updated in 2025.
Cosmetically, the bike features a chrome two-gallon fuel tank paired with chrome fenders, set over a black-finished steel double-cradle frame with a black airbox adorned with red and white graphics. The solo seat was recovered in black vinyl. The turn signals are currently nonfunctional, and some corrosion is noted on the tool kit compartment located on the rear fender.
Included with the Wombat are a photocopied parts list and owner’s manual, a tool kit, the removed points ignition components, and a bill of sale. Please note, the bike does not have a title or registration and is being offered at no reserve in New Mexico for off-road use only.
This Hodaka Wombat is a well-maintained vintage trail bike that combines classic styling with recent mechanical updates—an excellent candidate for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
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