Traditional witchcraft celebrations are a deeply rooted part of many cultures around the world. These celebrations often involve rituals, spells, and gatherings among practitioners of witchcraft. They are a time for witches to come together, honor their beliefs, and connect with the spiritual realm. One popular traditional witchcraft celebration is Samhain, which is celebrated on October 31st. Samhain is considered the witch's New Year and marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. During this celebration, practitioners often hold bonfires, perform divination rituals, and honor their ancestors.
Factoring in profitability and performance, building the Rune was an impossibility. So, Honda simply threw those considerations away. As a halo bike, a production Rune would elevate both the related Gold Wing and Valkyrie motorcycles. It's estimated that each Rune cost Honda in the neighborhood of $150,000 to build. When new, each bike sold for $25,000.
He grew up splitting his knuckles on British automobiles, came of age in the golden era of Japanese sport-compact performance, and began writing about cars and people in 2008. The concept s beautiful radiator slits were only theoretically capable of handling the cooling duties for a 20- to 30-hp engine, but the production Rune s 1832cc flat-six makes 118 horsepower, so Honda had to use ultra-conductive alloy to make the radiator shed enough heat.
During this celebration, practitioners often hold bonfires, perform divination rituals, and honor their ancestors. It is believed that the veil between the living and the dead is thinnest during this time, allowing for easier communication with the spirit world. Another well-known witchcraft celebration is Beltane, which takes place on May 1st.
2004 Honda Rune
In 2000, Honda released the T2 Concept as a preview of what they could do if they went nuts with some ideas for a cruiser. The public response was what you’d expect with a crazy concept – it looked interesting but if it ever became a production bike then it would be diluted. Well, we were wrong. Honda released the Rune in 2004 and it’s still probably the craziest production motorcycle they’ve ever built.
Photo from Honda.
Some styling cues for the Rune actually go back to 1995, when Honda debuted the Zodia concept bike:
The official name was actually the Honda Valkyrie Rune as it was heavily based on the Valkyrie, itself a naked evolution of the venerable Gold Wing. The Rune was specifically designed for the American market and was built at Honda’s plant in Marysville, Ohio. In a check out this “Memorable Motorcycle” profile from Moto-USA, Frank Melling notes that “each Rune left the American Honda Plant at Marysville, Ohio, costing the company a reported $100,000 – and sold for just a quarter of that price.”
Honda utilized the Gold Wing’s engine but beefed it up with six throttle bodies (versus two), more aggressive camshafts, and different tuning. Claimed output was 118 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 121 ft-lbs of torque at 4,000 rpm.
Also notable was the suspension – the rear Unit Pro-Link was derived from the RC211V MotoGP bike and the front was visually striking due to the trailing link setup.
Paint options on the distinctive bodywork were Candy Black Cherry and Pearl Chromium Purple (also known as Illusion Blue).
Manufactured in May of 2003, this example is VIN: 1HFSC530X4A000313, engine #: SC53E2000635. It was accepted as a trade-in by our friends at Bartel’s Harley-Davidson, so the history is not well-known.
The odometer shows 7,535 miles.
Modifications:
This Rune is completely stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop D861 tires with date codes of 2817 and 3317.
The sale includes two keys.
The sale also includes the original Honda Rune book.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Marina Del Rey, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Honda is offered on a clean California title with registration that expired in August 2022. Per the DMV website, it would cost $207 to make registration current through August 2023. Please note that there is a Texas license plate on the bike from a previous owner and it was left on as this was a display bike.
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Beltane is a time to celebrate fertility, abundance, and the awakening of spring. It is often associated with themes of love and sexuality. Many witches gather to dance around maypoles, perform fertility rituals, and give offerings to the land and its spirits. It is believed that during Beltane, the boundaries between the physical and spiritual worlds are open, allowing for powerful magic to be performed. In addition to these specific celebrations, many witches also honor the cycles of the moon and the seasons throughout the year. They may gather on full moons for esbat ceremonies, which involve spellcasting and divination. They may also celebrate the solstices and equinoxes, which mark the changing seasons and the balance between light and darkness. Traditional witchcraft celebrations are often deeply personal and can vary greatly between individuals and traditions. Some may include elaborate rituals, while others may be more informal and intuitive. Regardless of the specific practices, these celebrations are seen as a way to connect with nature, honor the cycles of life and the spiritual realms, and harness the power of magic..
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