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Offline nredmond89

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new to the site, rebuilding my father's old '73 CB500
« on: April 28, 2013, 08:22:10 PM »
Hey there! New to the site here and have used it as a great resource for MANY questions I have answered about rebuilding my CB500.

This is my first restoration project and am excited about the progress I've already made.
'73 Honda CB500 Four K2

Offline brooze72

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Re: new to the site, rebuilding my father's old '73 CB500
« Reply #1 on: April 28, 2013, 08:34:55 PM »
Congratulations & welcome.  What are the build/rebuild plans, mostly stock or modified?  Be sure & post those before & after pics.
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1972 CB500K1 - restored rider
1981 CB650C - new project

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Re: new to the site, rebuilding my father's old '73 CB500
« Reply #2 on: April 28, 2013, 08:57:47 PM »
Thanks! The plan is to restore it to stock, fresh-off-the-line condition. 

Here are a few before pics of it as it is now.
'73 Honda CB500 Four K2

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Re: new to the site, rebuilding my father's old '73 CB500
« Reply #3 on: April 29, 2013, 05:42:08 PM »
Excellent!  Looks like you have a complete bike, great start.  First thing, after a cleaning, remove & put away that tank & side covers until you are ready, they are golden originals.
Be prepared to invest time & money, all is possible but patience will serve you well.  As you know, this site is the greatest source of info in the world on these classics.  Enjoy the build.
2011, 2012 & 2013 Godzilla Relay Rally Rider
"Hold on loosely...don't let go
 If you cling too tightly...you're gonna lose control"
1972 CB500K1 - restored rider
1981 CB650C - new project

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Re: new to the site, rebuilding my father's old '73 CB500
« Reply #4 on: April 29, 2013, 05:58:34 PM »
I am excited about the build! slow and steady wins the race
'73 Honda CB500 Four K2