Topic: Still new and from Atlanta 1976 CB550

[iamnotacowboy]

Hello.  I already posted a hello once, but today I got my second bike!!!!  It is an original (except pipes) 1976 CB550. (I guess you guys will verify if it is original)  It has about 8,500 miles, and it looks great.  It still has the owners manual under the seat.  Let me know what you think!!!

[WJL75]

Welcome.  It looks like it's in great shape.  I too have a 76 550k.  A great bike.  How well is it running?

[iamnotacowboy]

It's running pretty good.  Sometimes I think that it is lacking power, but I can't tell if it is because I am used to a 750 or if this one needs tuning.  It cranks quickly, and after warm, has a steady idle at about 1200 rpms.  I'm really excited about this bike.  It is in SUCH good condition.  Now I just have to find some original pipes.  Any leads?

[WJL75]

I've seen some on ebay before, but not often.  It's almost easier to find a comlete bike with pipes than it is to find replacements.  The 4 into 4 pipes tended to rust due to condensation build up in them, consequently, they are not often found on these bikes.

[HNR]

There are those 8-900$ ones on the web somewhere. If you find some, I'll buy the 4-2s from you for my '75.

[iamnotacowboy]

Sounds good....I'll let you know.