Topic: Hi All...

[Cafecruzin]

New here and looking for some wisdom of the crowd...I’m looking at purchasing a 1977 Honda CB550K w/ 14,000 miles. The seller says it’s in good condition and he has cleaned and replaced all the jets, but it needs some tuning. It looks good in the pictures. Any recommendations on what else I should look for (known issues w/this model/year) when I check it out? He’s asking 2k, does that sound reasonable? Your comments are much appreciated.

[FuZZie]

Value has a lot to do with condition, can you put up a few pictures?

[Cafecruzin]

@FuZZie - I agree. Unfortunately, I think I have to be fully vetted before I can upload a picture.  But maybe a link will work:  https://app.letgo.com/k8Mk/q3XeOyTD3J
Thanks!

[FuZZie]

Yea, the link works but hard to get any detail from it. Have you gone to see it yet?
And you should still be able to upload images I think.
 

[Stev-o]

 The seller says...

Never believe a seller!   Bike looks ok, front fender removed, speedo cable zip tied is weird, chrome on exhaust appears to be damaged. And carbs need work and prolly a 3000 mile tune up. How old are the tires?

Let's put it this way, I wouldnt pay $2K for it.  Go test ride it and see what happens.
If you like it, offer much less.

Good luck!

[Cafecruzin]

Stev-o,

I hear ya. Definitely gonna take a look and test drive it before I make an offer. Good eye! Thanks for pointing out those other issues. I knew I’d find some expert advice here!

[Stev-o]

Stev-o,

I hear ya. Definitely gonna take a look and test drive it before I make an offer. Good eye! Thanks for pointing out those other issues. I knew I’d find some expert advice here!

Get some better pics and we can tell you more...