Topic: 1977 Project Hondamatic

[raisin75]

A coworker's dad still has his grandad's 1977 CB750A. It has been sitting inside the garage since the early 80's. I'm intrigued about purchasing it for $500. It only has 1600 miles, clear title and I think, 100% complete. Any thoughts about what I might find relative to these bikes aside form the normal possibilities?

[raymond10078]

Likely no other issues - as compared to any bike stored for a long time, like improperly (full of fuel, etc.).

I can't think of any issues I had reviving mine that was unique to the "A".

[vik351]

Mine had a tank full of rust ,mice in the air box, a stuck brake calliper,rooted tyres and no kick starter

looks like that one was kept under a car port or something

the other one was in better nick and is a goer,so it,s luck of the draw

both these cost 8K for both, here down in OZ, mate,if you can score one for $500.00 what are ya waitin for ...

just do it 

vik...

[raisin75]

Thank ya gents! I was a little sad to see my CB400F depart the garage last week, but it was time to move on. It was a ‘77, so maybe it’s time for another ‘77!

[raisin75]

I went and picked up the CB750A this past Saturday. Ended up negotiating a bit on the price and paid him $650. I'm good with it.

After a little tinkering, I have determined that everything in the electrical system is working as it should with the exception of a couple of small details. Flasher relay is bad and the parking switch is corroded inside. I'll start another post about how I'm fixing it in case anyone is interested.

[tscott]

Would love to see your project updates...
Toran