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Tiddler Time!
« on: November 01, 2012, 03:12:09 PM »
Talk about extremes! Finish a five (5) month project on the 82 CBX then go completely opposite to a couple of Honda Trail 90's.

Shoot me!  :o

Can't believe the popularity of these bikes not to mention the parts availability. Should be fun. Both titled, one is a 1969 and the other a 1970. The 70 was running not long ago. I plan on a frame off for the 70, using the best parts for the build then parting the rest. Price was right and both titled.

Well, time to parts shop! Again!  ;)









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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #1 on: November 19, 2012, 06:02:40 AM »
Just saw this, any progress?    Unaware there there is a big following. 
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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #2 on: November 19, 2012, 07:01:40 AM »
Kewl man..........I just picked up a cb100 myself....................neat little projects.

Course mine has a seized engine.

Good Luck with them.
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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #3 on: November 19, 2012, 07:09:02 AM »
Just saw this, any progress?    Unaware there there is a big following.

Progressing right along.  ;)

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #4 on: November 19, 2012, 07:11:02 AM »
Kewl man..........I just picked up a cb100 myself....................neat little projects.

Course mine has a seized engine.

Good Luck with them.

Put a Lifan in it.  8)

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #5 on: November 19, 2012, 01:02:39 PM »
The CT110 version is sold in their 1000s in Oz. Australia Post use them for mail delivery. They're everywhere. Even clubs for them, and an annual rally in the Outback to raise funds for charity.
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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #6 on: November 19, 2012, 05:07:02 PM »
Toy - that original (?) paint looks in good shape. Your not gonna paint it are ya?
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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #7 on: November 20, 2012, 04:12:27 AM »
Toy - that original (?) paint looks in good shape. Your not gonna paint it are ya?

Original paint I just worked my magic on it.

I was going to repaint because it looked like it was needed but after a little work I am not. Cleaning up nicely. I'll probably do nothing with the other 69. Just sell as is.

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #8 on: November 20, 2012, 04:16:02 AM »
The CT110 version is sold in their 1000s in Oz. Australia Post use them for mail delivery. They're everywhere. Even clubs for them, and an annual rally in the Outback to raise funds for charity.
 http://www.postiebikechallenge.org/index.htm
They are commonly called 'Postie Bikes'.

Thanks for the info.  8)

Parts are everywhere and inexpensive. OEM parts a plenty. Pit bikes, beach bikes, strapped to Motor Homes. I found a complete 68 in nice condition but still want a S-90.

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #9 on: November 20, 2012, 04:37:29 AM »
I have a S90, no title and seized.  If you find one and need some parts I do have the complete bike.  think it is a 1965...Larry

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #10 on: November 20, 2012, 05:16:11 AM »
I have a S90, no title and seized.  If you find one and need some parts I do have the complete bike.  think it is a 1965...Larry

Would love to have it but so far away.  ;)

Thanks for the heads up. I will find one. I will need parts.


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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #11 on: November 29, 2012, 11:33:01 AM »
Moving right along!  :)

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #12 on: November 29, 2012, 01:40:07 PM »
Looking good...Larry

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #13 on: November 29, 2012, 06:54:19 PM »
Looking good

+1. What all have you done besides pull motor (thinking light and easy) clean it up, new tires?
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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #14 on: November 29, 2012, 06:59:05 PM »
It's coming along nicely! 

I used to have a 65 CT200 with the pushrod engine, a 69 CT90 and 70 CT90.  From looking at your pics, both of your bikes appear to be 1969 models.  The 70 model has the clamp on the handlebars that lets you fold them flat, a larger headlight, an intake that draws air from a chamber in the luggage rack instead of the frame, a different luggage rack (obviously), and rubber pegs. My 1969 model was titled as a 1970 model.

These are fun little bikes and they do great on the trails.

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #15 on: November 30, 2012, 03:30:55 AM »
It's coming along nicely! 

I used to have a 65 CT200 with the pushrod engine, a 69 CT90 and 70 CT90.  From looking at your pics, both of your bikes appear to be 1969 models.  The 70 model has the clamp on the handlebars that lets you fold them flat, a larger headlight, an intake that draws air from a chamber in the luggage rack instead of the frame, a different luggage rack (obviously), and rubber pegs. My 1969 model was titled as a 1970 model.

These are fun little bikes and they do great on the trails.

You are correct! Both 69 models one early (reflector on fender) and late model. The one I'm doing is titled as a 70 model but in fact is a 69. Folding bars were on the 70 models.

I plan on selling it when finished as they are quite popular.

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #16 on: November 30, 2012, 03:35:40 AM »
Looking good

+1. What all have you done besides pull motor (thinking light and easy) clean it up, new tires?

Starting rear to front. Tires, tubes, brakes, chain, sprockets. Rebuild forks, new cables, grips, battery etc. Motor has 141 lbs. compression. (spec)

Points were about .35 now set to 003. Go figure. Valves adjusted also. Gas tank is super clean which is good. Carburetor being rebuilt and a motor clean up with new case seals, gaskets etc.

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #17 on: December 13, 2012, 04:09:33 AM »
Still waiting on a ton of OEM parts. Have the side cases, front forks, rear chain and other assorted stuff to finish this up.

I went ahead and installed the aux fuel tank. Involved 21 OEM parts. Not sure I needed to do this as it wasn't cheap however I like the look. Guess that's what really matters. I like it.  ;)



The rear fender mounting bracket...



The brackets, rubber tank protectors, rubber bumper and OEM lock...



Then the OEM tank, fuel cap, funnel spout, plug, washer etc. ...



Then checked fitment. Vola!



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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #18 on: December 13, 2012, 05:31:34 AM »
Nice.  I've never seen one of those aux tanks before.
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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #19 on: December 13, 2012, 05:42:01 AM »
Nice.  I've never seen one of those aux tanks before.



Me either and I was a mechanic back then.  With the gas mileage they got you could probably ride a couple hundred miles without worry...Larry

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #20 on: December 13, 2012, 06:46:28 AM »
Very cool project!  ;)

The aux fuel tank reminds me a little of the early Honda Cub.
 

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #21 on: December 13, 2012, 07:04:52 AM »
Most that are for sale have these. It's alot of parts!  ;)

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« Reply #22 on: December 13, 2012, 07:07:10 AM »
Way cool Dream750!

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #23 on: January 06, 2013, 02:56:08 PM »
Thought I would post some new pictures of the CT-90 build. Just about finished. I have been wrenching on it quite a bit. Looks pretty good for 44 years young.  ;)

Waiting on carburetor, few adjustments after that then ready to test ride.

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Re: Tiddler Time!
« Reply #24 on: January 06, 2013, 03:27:45 PM »
....and a chain?!    Looks nice, John. That gas tank on the back just really makes it look look like concours restore.
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