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KO basket, i think? YUP! Gonna bring back to life......
« on: November 15, 2015, 06:45:32 AM »
Hi, new to forum, been wanting to do one of these project for years. Just in casual conversation with heavy diesel mechanic at work, I told him of my desire to own a CB750 one day, or even better to tinker with one, this was a bike I loved when I was little kid. He mentioned a buddy of his wanted to give him a 70's Honda for him to fix up, I asked  is it a CB?,750? He wasn't sure, called his buddy, so off I went to look at it. It was just a rolling frame leaning on a tree, the rest of bike was in his shed in a million pieces. His friend said I could take it, he was going to take to scrap yard anyway, he didn't want any money, so he said case of beer would be ok. Us Canadians love our beer lol. When I got all parts home  I started to process everything, almost 2complete engines, the original the drive chain went through both cases, exhaust was garbage, 2 sets of jugs, 1 head, and so on.Ihave a bunch of questions to ask, should I keep all questions on this thread or start new thread? im a bit confused about engine# on original cases, the second set is a later k model which I looked up, also is this considered a K0? frame #is CB750-1013753, and what I think is original motor case is #31 H 4596, also second case id #CB750E-2045132, also have to figure how to post some pics on here, Thanks in advance.
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #1 on: November 15, 2015, 11:01:59 AM »
Nice score,, the front fender is it sharp on the ends or rolled over.
 Do you have reggie, might even have been a 69 reggie.
Give us the motor number again on the broken cases, i think you might have typed it wrong. Is the break on both cases? Might be worth fixing if it appears to be the original cases .
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #2 on: November 15, 2015, 12:39:22 PM »
Let me try to send some more pics
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #3 on: November 15, 2015, 12:42:50 PM »
Sorry trying to figure this out
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2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
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« Reply #4 on: November 15, 2015, 01:04:09 PM »
Count the number of holes holding clutch cover on , on the damaged case with the funny numbers..looks like maybe an early renumbered case.. Might be worth trying to save.
 Any carb set with 4 cables, rather than the forks to open carbs ?
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« Reply #5 on: November 15, 2015, 01:19:10 PM »
Carbs are the the type that are all tied together mechanically. Here are pics. I also have 2 sets of jugs that came with bike, I am missing some parts though... spark advancer and points ignition, also drive train cover, also missing generator cover and generator, and pistons and rings. Bike has been outside since 1980 so wiring prob all shot I'm assuming. Considering the price I paid for bike, should still be worth fixing it up, I have side covers and tank, just need seat. What it your opinion on that? Or should I just wait to grab decent running one and transfer some parts that are in better shape and sell rest for parts to offset the cost? But to be honest it would pretty cool to bring it back to life.   
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2013 CRF450R
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1977 KH 400 triple (gone)
1973 CB750 K3 (waiting it's turn)
2000 KLR 650(gone)
2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
2004 Busa limited(sadly gone)
2003 ZZR250 ninja(gone)
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« Reply #6 on: November 15, 2015, 01:58:07 PM »
You have some  correct parts for KO there, IMO, I would try to get it back together in some way if you have reggie..
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« Reply #7 on: November 15, 2015, 02:07:42 PM »
Check near top of page by my messages, I sent you a PM..
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #8 on: November 15, 2015, 04:46:27 PM »
That H numbered crankcase looks like it might be one of the factory replacements when chains failed and busted the original.  The ones I have seen are blank without stamps.
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #9 on: November 17, 2015, 10:14:52 AM »
Well step 1 done! Got registration into my name. It's a 1970. Next is the hunt for the tank, previous owner gave it to a farmer for him to build a cafe, but never did anything with it, so gonna see the old boy, keep you posted.
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2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
2004 Busa limited(sadly gone)
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« Reply #10 on: November 18, 2015, 08:12:21 AM »
If it is the original tank I think it should be a wrinkle tank.
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #11 on: November 18, 2015, 08:38:04 AM »
I surely hope so, this all new to me, but pretty cool so far.
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #12 on: November 19, 2015, 05:49:07 PM »
Welcome pipeguy.  I too think it would be cool to get it back on the road.  Too bad the frame has been sitting outside for 35 years. I'd closely inspect that first. 
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #13 on: November 19, 2015, 08:51:29 PM »
Nice score, free is great! Welcome Pipeguy.  :)
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« Reply #14 on: November 20, 2015, 04:29:21 AM »
Well free is a good start for sure, keeps wifey of my back for now, but INHO she thinks case of beer was too much lol
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2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #15 on: November 21, 2015, 09:13:25 AM »
Hey guys, I've got a question, how do you remove the shell crank bearings from engine cases, I've been doing some searching and only read about, measuring clearances, just don't want to mess something up, thanks.
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1977 KH 400 triple (gone)
1973 CB750 K3 (waiting it's turn)
2000 KLR 650(gone)
2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
2004 Busa limited(sadly gone)
2003 ZZR250 ninja(gone)
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« Reply #16 on: November 21, 2015, 12:40:53 PM »
They should just push out sideways, try wooden dowel to prevent scratching..
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #17 on: November 21, 2015, 01:58:03 PM »
Wow that was easy, I guess I'm super cautious lol, but better be safe than sorry. This community rocks! 
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1980 CBX
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1977 KH 400 triple (gone)
1973 CB750 K3 (waiting it's turn)
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2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
2004 Busa limited(sadly gone)
2003 ZZR250 ninja(gone)
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« Reply #18 on: November 22, 2015, 02:39:06 PM »
That's how I did it too. FWIW, between Frank and a lot of the other 'old timers' input and/or answers is always great. You'll be alright for the most part with the search bar but the actual humans that chime in are gold.   ;)   Rick.
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #19 on: November 22, 2015, 02:43:02 PM »
No doubt, everybody helps each other. We all have same goal to see some beautiful motorcycles!

 
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2000 KLR 650(gone)
2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
2004 Busa limited(sadly gone)
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #20 on: November 22, 2015, 02:50:32 PM »
I have another question for you old timers. I was walking in garage today and noticed something peculiar about my front suspension, there is an air valve at triple clamp at top of forks, is this some sort of after market add on?
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2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #21 on: November 22, 2015, 03:25:55 PM »
yes they are aftermarket air caps on your forks.bill
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #22 on: November 22, 2015, 05:23:26 PM »
I pressed valves and air still came out, does that mean fork seals are still ok?
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #23 on: November 23, 2015, 02:50:49 AM »
Thanks Ranger, I guess best bet is to replace, what are your thoughts of this air system? Scrap it all together or run with it? Thanks.
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2001 BMW 1200RS(gone)
2004 Busa limited(sadly gone)
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Re: KO basket, i think.
« Reply #24 on: November 23, 2015, 03:34:21 AM »
The air caps are kind of fun to tinker with for a little extra front end "tighten up", but really are not a large performance improvement compared to other modern methods.  If you are concerned about maximum concours originality, ditch 'em...if not they are a period mod that can be made to look cool and function exactly the same as original if no air is added. ....or Drop 'em in a big envelop and send 'em to me.  I will give you twenty bucks or some originals to replace 'em.
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