Topic: 68 CD175...should i add this to my resto que?

[madScientist]

My dad has this bike sitting in the barn...it's been there for as long as I can remember and I'm pretty sure he's the original owner. I know the motor is locked up. I think the carb might be "missing" since we can't seem to find it. I'm pretty sure, as a dumb kid, I took it off to clean it and then didn't follow through. Other than that it's complete.

Anyways, would this be worth restoring or putting any money into? it's kind of cool looking i think. I would put this one in the que after a kaw h2 and another 78 cb750F.

Thoughts?

[Greggo]

They are cool bikes, and I want one.  That's not to say I would put much money into one.  The resale market can be soft.  Throw up some pics if you can.  What color was/is it?

[Stev-o]

I would, for the nostalgic thing if nothing else.  And you could sell me the H2 to fund it! Pics?

[jas67]

My dad has this bike sitting in the barn...it's been there for as long as I can remember and I'm pretty sure he's the original owner. I know the motor is locked up. I think the carb might be "missing" since we can't seem to find it. I'm pretty sure, as a dumb kid, I took it off to clean it and then didn't follow through. Other than that it's complete.

Anyways, would this be worth restoring or putting any money into? it's kind of cool looking i think. I would put this one in the que after a kaw h2 and another 78 cb750F.

Thoughts?

A friend of mine has one.   It is a cool bike that was only made/imported one year.    Don't restore it as an investment, as it likely won't bring the money a good CB160 brings, even though it is way less common.    DO restore it, because it is cool.   Or, give it to me, and I'll do it.   

[madScientist]

Thanks for the input guys. It's something I've been kicking around for a few years. I think I'll maybe add it to my resto que.

I'll try and get some pics for you guys. The bikes are up at my parents house about 200 miles away but I go up there often.

H2 isn't for sale but you can take it for a spin (when it's done) if you're ever in the area :-D

[madScientist]

Forgot to add the H2 is in boxes currently. I did get the engine back together though.

Have to stay focused on getting my F completed since it's going to be my daily rider.