Author Topic: When was the last time you RODE your SOHC?? (Read 5961 times)

Stev-o · « **on:** June 24, 2012, 03:13:41 PM »

Just curious on how often you guys really ride. I do about once a week, including today...

tweakin · « **Reply #1 on:** June 24, 2012, 03:30:52 PM »

i try to ride at least once a week Stev-

. Even if it is just a few miles, I still get the sohc fix.

cookindaddy · « **Reply #2 on:** June 24, 2012, 03:32:34 PM »

Yesterday actually, but like you, usually only once a week, unfortunately.

Stev-o · « **Reply #3 on:** June 24, 2012, 03:40:04 PM »

Quote from: cookindaddy on June 24, 2012, 03:32:34 PM

Yesterday actually, but like you, usually only once a week, unfortunately.

That bike looks familiar! Bought this one about six months ago

cookindaddy · « **Reply #4 on:** June 24, 2012, 03:47:02 PM »

Ha! Yes, it does. I've seen your posts. Probably ours are twins. You kept it original, like me.

Shot was last year. Since then, I've replaced the 77 side cover logo with the 78 and the swoosh decal, so it looks now looks like it should.

Details, details.

Stev-o · « **Reply #5 on:** June 24, 2012, 03:54:07 PM »

Quote from: cookindaddy on June 24, 2012, 03:47:02 PM

Ha! Yes, it does. I've seen your posts. Probably ours are twins. You kept it original, like me.

Yes, couldn't modify this one, all original and clean. Yours is a K7 [right?], mines an 8.
And your gear shifter appears high, you set it like that?

cookindaddy · « **Reply #6 on:** June 24, 2012, 03:57:03 PM »

I realized you might think that so I went back in and edited my post. Mine is a K8. The side cover logo was off a donor bike until I could find the right one which it now has. I don't have a recent glamor shot close up.

Not sure about the shift lever now that I think about it. Pic of yours would be appreciated. I don't think I thought about it except to put it in the middle of the pattern in the casing. I guess I've got used to it where it is. Where should it be?

Enjoy yours. It sounds like you are!

boatsdickson · « **Reply #7 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:12:18 PM »

I rode mine on April 15ish shortly b4 the surgeon officially cleared me to ride again. Then I tore down the motor and resealed a leaky upper end. Fired it up for the first time today since rebuilding & its ready to rock & roll. Thanks to Hondamans book for extra knowledge as well.

CrankyOldGuy · « **Reply #8 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:14:18 PM »

Stev-o,

I am ashamed of my answer. I could not find a poll button to select .... 36 years ago.

Harry O.

bytio · « **Reply #9 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:20:04 PM »

It was today, great fun!!

Stev-o · « **Reply #10 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:26:53 PM »

Obviously it works the way you have it, but most shift levers are in the "9 o'clock" postion:

bber.

And yes, I need a left foot peg rubber. You have one? PM me.

Gordon · « **Reply #11 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:29:07 PM »

For a long time I was firmly in the every day category, but due to current childcare needs, and the fact that I pick up the kids almost every day after work, the most I can generally squeeze in is one ride per week. I feel kind of bad seeing the bikes sitting there unused most days, but I'm really enjoying the time with my kids, and I know someday when they don't need me quite as much as they do now, the bikes will still be there waiting.

cabrala · « **Reply #12 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:30:42 PM »

She is cooling off in the driveway as we speak. Short blast to and from work today in the 80 F Boston weather.

Stev-o · « **Reply #13 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:32:23 PM »

Quote from: CrankyOldGuy on June 24, 2012, 04:14:18 PM

Stev-o,

I am ashamed of my answer. I could not find a poll button to select .... 36 years ago.

Harry O.

Tsk tsk tsk....sorry, you are officially in the "poser" dept! Keep working on it...

CrankyOldGuy · « **Reply #14 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:45:32 PM »

Selected the "poser" option. There should be a special "Hall of Shame" button for me to select.

Harry O.

scrapvalue · « **Reply #15 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:47:04 PM »

Rode the syck bastard last night,(bike in avatar), but today I took my 1979 KZ750 twin out for a 140 mile loop.
Been riding the stock 72 CB750 a lot the last 2 weeks also.
It is very difficult to give all the bikes equal attention, but the good thing is they don't get jealous.
A little tempermental, but not jealous.

cookindaddy · « **Reply #16 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:49:02 PM »

Quote from: Stev-o on June 24, 2012, 04:26:53 PM

most shift levers are in the "9 o'clock" postion

Thanks! I will try that.

Quote from: Stev-o on June 24, 2012, 04:26:53 PM

And yes, I need a left foot peg rubber. You have one? PM me.

If we were having this conversation a couple months ago - yes, but now - no sorry. You can get the rubber part from Honda.

CycleRanger · « **Reply #17 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:52:42 PM »

About an hour ago.

Try to get out at least once a week. Will try for more once it cools down in the fall.

jamesb · « **Reply #18 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:52:50 PM »

about 2 hours ago actually drove it to go look at a CB750 for sale.i ride mine almost everyday to work

cabrala · « **Reply #19 on:** June 24, 2012, 04:56:25 PM »

Quote from: jamesb on June 24, 2012, 04:52:50 PM

about 2 hours ago actually drove it to go look at a CB750 for sale.i ride mine almost everyday to work

How did the 750 pan out James?

jamesb · « **Reply #20 on:** June 24, 2012, 09:17:33 PM »

it's very clean runs it's a 1975 he said make him a offer i started out 500.00 he said 900.00 i'm going to offer him 700.00 tomorrow and see what happens at least it has a clean title. the bike is actually in very good shape excellent chrome seat is in mint condition. hopefully i get it tomorrow i'll post some pictures of it if i do.

jerry h · « **Reply #21 on:** June 24, 2012, 09:40:33 PM »

5 or 6 days a week, my trusty 79 cb650 gets me back and forth to work - unless its really raining, the temps go below 35 degrees (Wisconsin), forcast of snow, or any combination of two or more of the previous conditions, then I whimp out and drive the car.

I try and go for a more extended ride whenever family commitments allow (usually once or twice a month)

754 · « **Reply #22 on:** June 24, 2012, 10:53:03 PM »

Geez I tried to vote in the last category but I was too late.. cuz I was out riding..
Probably 160 times this yrear.. yeah i know slipping a bit.... sometimes when it snowed I got a ride in a cage..

mcpuffett · « **Reply #23 on:** June 26, 2012, 07:23:29 AM »

Sorry no photos but went into town this morning to the post office to pick up a parcel

cheers Mick.

mono · « **Reply #24 on:** June 26, 2012, 07:45:41 AM »

i ride mine as long as it's dry and above 60 F. i usually drive the car to work in the AM because my route to work in the AM is a minefield of soccer moms who are talking on cell phones, drinking starbucks, and putting on makeup while driving. but if it's nice out i go home for lunch and ride the bike back, then get to take the scenic route home after work

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Author Topic: When was the last time you RODE your SOHC?? (Read 5961 times)

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