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Offline lrutt

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Differences between model years
« on: September 18, 2006, 07:17:57 AM »
In specific, from 76 to the 77/78 models.

I search the FAQ, old and new sites, and could not find a lot although I know it's been discussed. I'd have thought it would be on the FAQ section.

I have a 76 and am looking at adding a 77 ( I think that's what it is) for like $400. It's a runner that just needs carbs cleaned and maybe tires and seat cover. I want to mount a side car on it.

I thought the carbs, exhaust spigots, and maybe valve sizes were different, along with gas tanks and side covers etc.

I know I need a side cover for hte bike and wonder if I'm limited to finding a 77/78 cover.

Any help or site links would be appreciated.
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Re: Differences between model years
« Reply #1 on: September 18, 2006, 11:15:45 AM »
Hey there  yup  77 78 were differant than aoo the others but ebay should have em  good luck  Craig in Maine  seven fifty four ever
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Re: Differences between model years
« Reply #2 on: September 18, 2006, 11:30:06 AM »
In specific, from 76 to the 77/78 models.



F or K model? 400/550/750? Makes a difference in the answers you'll get.
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Offline lrutt

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Re: Differences between model years
« Reply #3 on: September 18, 2006, 12:28:13 PM »
sorry, 750K.

oil tank appears different so side cover must be.
06 Harley Sporster 1200C, 06 Triumph Scrambler, 01 Ducati Chromo 900, 01 Honda XR650L, 94 Harley Heritage, 88 Honda Hawk GT, 84 Yamaha Virago 1000, 78 Honda 750K w/sidecar, 77 Moto Guzzi Lemans 850, 76 Honda CB750K, 73 Norton 850, 73 Honda Z50, 70 & 65 Honda Trail 90, 70 & 71 Triumph 650s, 65 Honda 305 Dream, 81 Honda 70 Passport, 70 Suzuki T250II, 71 Yamaha 360 RT1B, 77 BMW R75/7, 75 Honda CB550K, 70 Honda CT70