Control levers are some of the most exposed and damage-prone parts on any motorcycle. If the front brake lever on your drum brake-equipped Honda is damaged, broken, or missing, this OEM-style replacement is a direct fit.
A dropped bike, a tip-over, or decades of use can leave your front brake lever bent, cracked, or gone entirely. This lever uses the same pivot bolt and cable attachment as the original Honda lever — no modifications needed.
Note: This is a DRUM brake lever. It does NOT fit models with a front disc brake — specifically the CB360T, CB450 K3–K7, CB500T, CB500K, CB550, or CB750. The very early CB360G (1974) is the exception — it shipped with a front drum before Honda switched to hydraulics, and this lever suits that bike. If your bike has a front disc brake caliper, you need a disc brake lever instead.
Lubricate the pivot bolt with grease during installation to ensure smooth operation. While you're replacing the lever, check the condition of your front brake cable — if it's stiff, rusty, or fraying at the barrel end, replace it. A new lever with a bad cable will still give poor braking.
Cable inspection and lubrication walkthrough — covers how to check brake and clutch cables for wear and lubricate them for smooth operation.
Check the front wheel. The CB360T and the CB450 K3 through K7 have a front disc brake, so this drum lever will not work on those. The very early CB360G (1974) is the exception — it shipped with a front drum before the switch to hydraulics, and this lever is right for it. The CL360 and CJ360 have drum front brakes and this lever does fit those.
No — reuse the original pivot bolt from your old lever. Grease it before installation.
We sell Power Drum Brake Levers in a dog-leg style that improves ergonomics. Same fitment as this OEM-style lever. Also available in black.
Last updated: March 2026
