Author Topic: The best choice for 18" stock spokes? (Read 1343 times)

Don R · « **on:** February 07, 2014, 08:23:47 PM »

Where to get new original appearing 750 rear 18" spokes? I'm removing a 16" rim and putting an original 18" DID back on. Who has the best value spokes balancing cost / quality?
I was able to unscrew the stainless spokes on the 16" they look amazing after a bath in CLR. I don't expect the 18" wheels spokes to co-operate. Service Honda looks to be about $120.

750cafe · « **Reply #1 on:** February 07, 2014, 08:33:04 PM »

www.mikesxs.com is one place.

Eric

Stev-o · « **Reply #2 on:** February 07, 2014, 08:46:49 PM »

Buchanan's is hard to beat.....$107:

http://www.buchananspokes.net/products/spoke_kits_honda_cb.asp

Don R · « **Reply #3 on:** February 07, 2014, 09:22:23 PM »

Quote from: 750cafe on February 07, 2014, 08:33:04 PM

www.mikesxs.com is one place.

Eric

Didn't see any 40 spoke kits for honda hubs,

750cafe · « **Reply #4 on:** February 08, 2014, 07:43:37 AM »

Did you bother to go to the immense trouble of calling or E-mailing them?

Eric

Don R · « **Reply #5 on:** February 08, 2014, 08:17:07 AM »

Quote from: 750cafe on February 08, 2014, 07:43:37 AM

Did you bother to go to the immense trouble of calling or E-mailing them?

Eric

No, It was 10pm on a friday and I assumed if they wanted / were able to sell me something they would go to the trouble of mentioning they can get it on their page. They did get 15 minutes of my time while I looked and searched.

750cafe · « **Reply #6 on:** February 08, 2014, 09:49:16 AM »

You will reap what you sow.
Carry on.

Eric

david 750f · « **Reply #7 on:** February 08, 2014, 10:43:33 AM »

David Silver has a set for $45.
http://www.davidsilverspares.com/CB750K-FOUR-1976-USA/part_170297/

750cafe · « **Reply #8 on:** February 08, 2014, 11:16:11 AM »

Is this too much work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150794875376&ssPageName=ADME:X:EAC:US:3160

There are plenty more to choose from including SS for close to the same price.

Eric

Mini Mo · « **Reply #9 on:** February 08, 2014, 11:44:51 AM »

These were from Z1. Made in Japan. Have the same taper as originals I believe. $40

http://www.z1parts.net/product/honda-cb750-sand-cast-spoke-and-nipple-kit-rear25

Don R · « **Reply #10 on:** February 08, 2014, 03:50:43 PM »

Quote from: 750cafe on February 08, 2014, 11:16:11 AM

Is this too much work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150794875376&ssPageName=ADME:X:EAC:US:3160

There are plenty more to choose from including SS for close to the same price.

Eric

I did search first and found information about new suppliers and no personal experience, hence my question.

Gee thanks, 750 Cafe, I didn't think to search for Suziki and Yamaha, since I'm using a honda hub and rim. I'll buy a bunch of different ones and see if they fit.
If you take offense to my post move on please.

Don R · « **Reply #11 on:** February 08, 2014, 03:57:25 PM »

Thanks Mini Mo, that's exactly what I was hoping to find. I appreciate the helpful link.

Well, I'm all done here now. Won't be back on this post lest I say something I may regret.

Black 750K8 · « **Reply #12 on:** February 08, 2014, 07:17:08 PM »

Quote from: 750cafe on February 08, 2014, 11:16:11 AM

Is this too much work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150794875376&ssPageName=ADME:X:EAC:US:3160

There are plenty more to choose from including SS for close to the same price.

Eric

Did someone take a crabie pill today?

Don R · « **Reply #13 on:** February 09, 2014, 09:02:50 PM »

Quote from: Mini Mo on February 08, 2014, 11:44:51 AM

These were from Z1. Made in Japan. Have the same taper as originals I believe. $40

http://www.z1parts.net/product/honda-cb750-sand-cast-spoke-and-nipple-kit-rear25

Thanks, mini mo I hadn't found them yet. I ordered a set, I like the description, price and shipping.
Now I get to build a wheel for the first time. I have a fail safe, the guy that assembled this bike new from the crate has his own shop 30 miles from here and he's a wiz lacing and truing. I'd like to give it a try and see how I do. When it's warm enough I'm taking the bike there to get his picture with it.

Garage_guy_chris · « **Reply #14 on:** February 09, 2014, 10:32:01 PM »

I have 6 listings for rear spokes on my CB750 parts spreadsheet.

CB750 supply $34.00 or front and rear for $60.00
Vintage CB750 $35.00 Canadian based is a branch of MCdistributing
Parts and more $35.00 Canadian based is a branch of MCdistributing
Z1parts.net $39.00
David silver spares $44.95
CMSNL €36.50

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #15 on:** February 09, 2014, 10:38:58 PM »

Quote from: 750cafe on February 08, 2014, 11:16:11 AM

Is this too much work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150794875376&ssPageName=ADME:X:EAC:US:3160

There are plenty more to choose from including SS for close to the same price.

Eric

Eric, not sure what your problem is mate but Don is a good guy and your attitude is unnecessary ...

Don R · « **Reply #16 on:** February 09, 2014, 10:55:03 PM »

Quote from: Garage_guy_chris on February 09, 2014, 10:32:01 PM

I have 6 listings for rear spokes on my CB750 parts spreadsheet.

CB750 supply $34.00 or front and rear for $60.00
Vintage CB750 $35.00 Canadian based is a branch of MCdistributing
Parts and more $35.00 Canadian based is a branch of MCdistributing
Z1parts.net $39.00
David silver spares $44.95
CMSNL €36.50

Where's the LIKE button on this thing?

74750k4 · « **Reply #17 on:** February 11, 2014, 06:40:33 AM »

Thanks for all the great info, I have spokes that definitely need replacing, so a great resource. A spreadsheet is a good idea too!
Sorry for having to once more endure useless comments...

Don R · « **Reply #18 on:** February 11, 2014, 10:01:59 AM »

It's OK, I too get annoyed by posts where it appears someone hasn't looked at all. I may have poorly worded my question, I was looking for comparisons of spokes people have purchased in the past that may be very close to Honda spokes but not cost the $180 my local independent shop needs to charge. WoW. I try to support them but sometimes it's just too much difference.
The spreadsheet took some time and I appreciate it.

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Author Topic: The best choice for 18" stock spokes? (Read 1343 times)

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