The Honda CBX is a bike where the small details matter: six cylinders, six carburettors, and a label for almost everything. When a CBX is restored, the warning and service labels are often the last thing missing. This guide covers the two label sets we make: the 1979-1980 CBX and the 1981-1982 Pro-Link.
1979-1980 or 1981-1982 Pro-Link? Check before you order
The original CBX (1979-1980) has twin rear shocks. The Pro-Link (1981-1982) has a single rear shock with a linkage, and carries its own labels on the swingarm. The two kits are not interchangeable, so pick the one that matches your bike. If you are not sure, send us a photo of your bike or your old labels at info@hrddecals.com and we will tell you which one you need.
What is in the CBX 1979-1980 kit
Our CBX 1979-1980 warning & service kit contains 10 labels:
- Tire pressure and load information label (Model CBX)
- Drive chain caution label
- Exhaust system notice
- Accessories and loading warning label
- Breather tubes caution label
- Remember / Souvenez-vous / Achtung tank label (English, French and German)
- New / Replace chain wear indicator
- Helmet Holder label
- 2 × FVQ rear shock labels
What is in the CBX Pro-Link 1981-1982 kit
Our CBX Pro-Link warning & service label set contains 8 labels:
- Tire pressure and load information label
- Multilingual safety label (English, French and German)
- Accessories and loading warning label
- Oil level check caution label
- New / Replace chain wear indicator
- Helmet Holder label
- 2 × Pro-Link swingarm labels
Only need one or two labels?
If your bike already has most of its labels, you can order single ones. For example, the CBX drive chain and exhaust notice set contains the drive chain caution label and the exhaust system notice.
Tip: photograph everything before you strip the bike
Before you remove any part, take clear photos of every original label, even faded or damaged ones. Note which part each one was on and which way it faced. When the bike goes back together, the photos show you exactly where each new label goes.
How to fit the labels
- Check the position first against your reference photos.
- Clean the surface with isopropyl alcohol and let it dry. Wax, polish and fingerprints stop the adhesive from bonding.
- Peel one edge only, line the label up, and let the rest follow.
- Smooth from the centre outwards to push out air, then press the edges down firmly.
- Leave it for 24 hours before washing the bike.
More detail in our guide How to apply your labels.
About our reproductions
Every label is printed in Spain by thermal transfer on premium self-adhesive vinyl (3M, Avery, Oracal). We ship from Spain to the EU, Switzerland and Norway, with a tracked option at checkout, and tracked shipping is free on orders over €60. Browse everything for this model in our Honda CBX collection.
HRD Decals makes independent reproductions. Not affiliated with Honda.