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Offline Maine Ride

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New Member. 78' 750A
« on: February 08, 2012, 07:44:03 PM »
Hi everyone. As of today I am the proud new owner of a 78 750A. The bike has been well cared for but is in need of some TLC. Specifically a good cleaning. New tires and a brake job are in order and being somewhat mechanically inclined I am confident I can tackle it. Are there any recommendations as to what I should look into/pay special attention to for all areas related to this particular model?

I am excited to own this rare piece of Honda history.

As a side note the bike is running well as far as I can determine. Though it was 30 or so degrees in Maine today that didn't stop me or the 'matic from going for a nice ride.
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Re: New Member. 78' 750A
« Reply #1 on: February 08, 2012, 07:47:11 PM »
Howdy! :)

Congrats on your new bike.  Show us some pictures.
I'm a closet 750A fan. ;D
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Re: New Member. 78' 750A
« Reply #2 on: February 09, 2012, 06:29:25 PM »
There she is!
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Re: New Member. 78' 750A
« Reply #3 on: February 09, 2012, 07:16:07 PM »
Looks nice!  Get some lower bars and you're set! :)
Do you have a copy of the Honda Shop Manual or Parts List for your bike? Get one here:
https://www.honda4fun.com/materiale/documentazione-tecnica
CB750K5        '79 XL250s     CL350K3
CB750K3        '76 XS650      '76 CJ360T

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Re: New Member. 78' 750A
« Reply #4 on: February 10, 2012, 09:21:00 AM »
Welcome to the forum.
Mr Hondamatic, Jon Weeks is only about 75 miles from you, he knows all you need to know about these bikes.

Sam. ;)
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Re: New Member. 78' 750A
« Reply #5 on: February 10, 2012, 12:34:03 PM »
I've been known to resemble that remark! I'll be happy to help any way that I can. Feel free to pm me with questions. I'm down to 3 of them currently...

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