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Re: CB900C
« Reply #75 on: October 05, 2022, 02:04:22 AM »
I realized that the first gear does not jump out anymore. It would routinelly happen at stop signs and such.  I guess it fixed itself, putting miles on Honda is the best cure.  ;D
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #76 on: October 05, 2022, 11:09:53 AM »
I realized that the first gear does not jump out anymore. It would routinelly happen at stop signs and such.  I guess it fixed itself, putting miles on Honda is the best cure.  ;D

Do the gears shift in a 'notchy'/tight way?  is it required to completely back-off on the throttle similar to a BMW R75/6,etc. ?
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #77 on: October 05, 2022, 04:30:35 PM »
I realized that the first gear does not jump out anymore. It would routinelly happen at stop signs and such.  I guess it fixed itself, putting miles on Honda is the best cure.  ;D

Do the gears shift in a 'notchy'/tight way?  is it required to completely back-off on the throttle similar to a BMW R75/6,etc. ?

I never experienced any problems with it.  With clutch in to shift the transmission you just move the other shifter, too.  Or you can keep transmission in gear, clutch in and switch high to low or vice versa.

I think you need one :).
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #78 on: October 05, 2022, 05:23:32 PM »
I realized that the first gear does not jump out anymore. It would routinelly happen at stop signs and such.  I guess it fixed itself, putting miles on Honda is the best cure.  ;D

Do the gears shift in a 'notchy'/tight way?  is it required to completely back-off on the throttle similar to a BMW R75/6,etc. ?

I never experienced any problems with it.  With clutch in to shift the transmission you just move the other shifter, too.  Or you can keep transmission in gear, clutch in and switch high to low or vice versa.

I think you need one :).

Yes,I would like one.  8)
I may look to find a CB1000Custom with the same system.
« Last Edit: October 05, 2022, 06:27:30 PM by grcamna2 »
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #79 on: October 06, 2022, 02:40:21 AM »
I realized that the first gear does not jump out anymore. It would routinelly happen at stop signs and such.  I guess it fixed itself, putting miles on Honda is the best cure.  ;D

Do the gears shift in a 'notchy'/tight way?  is it required to completely back-off on the throttle similar to a BMW R75/6,etc. ?

I never experienced any problems with it.  With clutch in to shift the transmission you just move the other shifter, too.  Or you can keep transmission in gear, clutch in and switch high to low or vice versa.

I think you need one :).

Yes,I would like one.  8)
I may look to find a CB1000Custom with the same system.

Friend of mine has CB1000C and he does not ride anymore, but you are on the left coast, aren't you.
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #80 on: October 06, 2022, 09:52:03 AM »
I realized that the first gear does not jump out anymore. It would routinelly happen at stop signs and such.  I guess it fixed itself, putting miles on Honda is the best cure.  ;D

Do the gears shift in a 'notchy'/tight way?  is it required to completely back-off on the throttle similar to a BMW R75/6,etc. ?

I never experienced any problems with it.  With clutch in to shift the transmission you just move the other shifter, too.  Or you can keep transmission in gear, clutch in and switch high to low or vice versa.

I think you need one :).

Yes,I would like one.  8)
I may look to find a CB1000Custom with the same system.

Friend of mine has CB1000C and he does not ride anymore, but you are on the left coast, aren't you.

Yes,too far away
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #81 on: October 31, 2022, 10:46:19 AM »
New seat from Vietnam via ebay. 
« Last Edit: October 31, 2022, 10:48:20 AM by 70CB750 »
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #82 on: November 01, 2022, 10:40:02 AM »
Looks great! I'll bet being able to move around on the seat has transformed the way the bike rides.
Congratulations.

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Re: CB900C
« Reply #83 on: November 01, 2022, 11:30:13 AM »
Prokop,what type of hardbags fit those side racks ?
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #84 on: November 01, 2022, 12:45:38 PM »
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #85 on: November 01, 2022, 12:54:09 PM »
Prokop,what type of hardbags fit those side racks ?

Scroll up, there are pictures.  ;D

https://www.harborfreight.com/4800-weatherproof-protective-case-x-large-black-64250.html

Yes,I remember you spoke about those cases and they seem like a great case even with some of the foam left in there to protect your valuables from vibrations.

I just wonder about those side bag racks;they look like they originally were designed for a different type of bag,some large bag to fit into those open racks ?
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #86 on: November 01, 2022, 06:14:26 PM »
Prokop,what type of hardbags fit those side racks ?

Scroll up, there are pictures.  ;D

https://www.harborfreight.com/4800-weatherproof-protective-case-x-large-black-64250.html

Yes,I remember you spoke about those cases and they seem like a great case even with some of the foam left in there to protect your valuables from vibrations.

I just wonder about those side bag racks;they look like they originally were designed for a different type of bag,some large bag to fit into those open racks ?

Oh, I see.  Sorry i did not understand.  I bought 1/2" bending die, 1/2" steel tubing and bent those frames on my HF chinese copy of hossfeld  bender.  It took me a while to get it right but I was eventually able to get two almost identical rectangles with curved corners. 
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #87 on: November 01, 2022, 06:24:46 PM »
I see now  :)
They look very nicely done,by eye.  ;)
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #88 on: November 03, 2022, 03:22:17 PM »
Prokop,what type of hardbags fit those side racks ?

Scroll up, there are pictures.  ;D

https://www.harborfreight.com/4800-weatherproof-protective-case-x-large-black-64250.html

Oh, so thats where you stash your pistols when your riding?!  Ha
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #89 on: November 04, 2022, 12:16:26 PM »
Prokop,what type of hardbags fit those side racks ?

Scroll up, there are pictures.  ;D

https://www.harborfreight.com/4800-weatherproof-protective-case-x-large-black-64250.html

I lost all my pistols in a tragic boating accident.  ;D
Oh, so thats where you stash your pistols when your riding?!  Ha
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #90 on: November 04, 2022, 02:34:52 PM »
'74 "Big Bang" Honda 750K [836].....'76 Honda 550F.....K3 Park Racer!......and a Bomber!............plus plus plus.........

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Re: CB900C
« Reply #91 on: November 29, 2022, 11:13:31 AM »
I finally got the second mirror, now they are matching. 

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Re: CB900C
« Reply #92 on: November 29, 2022, 06:54:16 PM »
They look good too.

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Re: CB900C
« Reply #93 on: November 30, 2022, 04:29:43 AM »
They look good too.

Thank you, Alan.

Dont get me wrong, originals are great mirrors.  Honda really got it right on those, solid and big.  But one of them would not hold in position anymore and the right one could not really fit once I had to tilt the master cylinder.
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #94 on: November 30, 2022, 08:29:51 AM »
Even Honda mirrors don't all last 40 years, no shame in replacement, especially for a safety item.

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Re: CB900C
« Reply #95 on: December 08, 2022, 01:00:17 PM »
Just took few pictures.  Done with upgrades. 
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #96 on: December 08, 2022, 05:42:22 PM »
Looks like it's always 'ready for the road' Prokop  :)
How's your sidecar rig's brakes working now after installing the disc brake on 'the chair' ?
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #97 on: December 09, 2022, 06:59:08 AM »
Looks like it's always 'ready for the road' Prokop  :)
How's your sidecar rig's brakes working now after installing the disc brake on 'the chair' ?

It works really well, I am glad I added the brake there.
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #98 on: December 09, 2022, 08:15:20 AM »
Just took few pictures.  Done with upgrades. 

Looks good. Just in time for winter...
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Re: CB900C
« Reply #99 on: December 09, 2022, 10:18:02 AM »
Just took few pictures.  Done with upgrades. 

Looks good. Just in time for winter...

The windshield makes huge difference.  I usually ride if the temperature is above 40.

I hope to finish Frank's challenge this year.
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