Welcome back to the Purpose Built Moto garage! In this video, we’re taking you through our latest VMX-inspired scrambler build: a fully revamped 1981 Honda XL500. This one’s special—not only have we gone all-in on performance and detail, but we’ve also refined the style enough to give it a new name: Retrocross.
Inside, you’ll find a big-bore 570cc engine, custom suspension, a disc brake conversion out back, 12-volt electrics, and a slew of Purpose Built Moto parts. We’ve paired that with clean, no-nonsense bodywork, our signature LED lighting, and a paint scheme that pays homage to the XL’s classic lines.
This build has become part of our Signature Series, representing our top-tier craftsmanship. Strap in, check out the process, and see for yourself what Retrocross is all about.
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