Author Topic: Wife doesn't really want it in garage (Read 4787 times)

Roach Carver · « **Reply #25 on:** June 05, 2007, 07:41:31 PM »

also, if you decide to get rid of it the last time I checked there was a preety good demand for 69 cb 750's

medic09 · « **Reply #26 on:** June 06, 2007, 05:54:42 PM »

Well, I think it is time to share with the wife what you all have to say. Maybe it'll move something, maybe not. One thing's sure: if this thing does come home with me, it has to wait in line till after the Triumph is running. With my present schedule, that could be a long time...

Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er · « **Reply #27 on:** June 07, 2007, 08:58:30 AM »

OK Medic, she has a bike. Now you have to convince her she's a biker! THEN (or perhaps first) show her that recent EBay "Buy it Now" sandcast that was restored without a sandcast tank and new cam (non '69) that was going for $18,500. I'd like to think that $18,500 would make my wife come to her senses. Or perhaps a road trip from CO Springs.............................

gregimotis · « **Reply #28 on:** June 07, 2007, 10:05:55 AM »

If you get it for free and put it in the garage and never seem to get around to it, you could always get it out of the garage by selling it for 200 bucks to a fellow forum-ite. That way it's an investment. Perhaps someone close enough avoid delivery problems...

just saying.

medic09 · « **Reply #29 on:** June 07, 2007, 10:17:21 AM »

Quote from: gregimotis on June 07, 2007, 10:05:55 AM

If you get it for free and put it in the garage and never seem to get around to it, you could always get it out of the garage by selling it for 200 bucks to a fellow forum-ite. That way it's an investment. Perhaps someone close enough avoid delivery problems...

just saying.

So, Greg, you making a collaborative offer?

CrisPDuk · « **Reply #30 on:** June 07, 2007, 08:00:33 PM »

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Wife doesn't really want it in garage

My wife isn't keen either, she says the bare concrete hurts her knees

Oh, the thread's about bikes

mrbreeze · « **Reply #31 on:** June 07, 2007, 08:29:50 PM »

If this bike is 11-69...doesn't that mean its a KO?(70)

medic09 · « **Reply #32 on:** June 07, 2007, 08:30:59 PM »

Quote from: mrbreeze on June 07, 2007, 08:29:50 PM

If this bike is 11-69...doesn't that mean its a KO?(70)

I think so.

bryanj · « **Reply #33 on:** June 08, 2007, 01:16:01 AM »

At that buid date it would normaly be the "next year" model to allow for shipping time

medic09 · « **Reply #34 on:** June 08, 2007, 05:51:50 AM »

John Wyatt makes an interesting comment in a sidebar in his book: "The Americans, and the rest of the world, to the best of my knowledge, call the first bikes 'K0s'. Even American Honda call them 'K0s'. They are not. They are CB750s. The K0 was transition bike, of which 121 were made, between the CB750 and CB750 K1. Honda UK have confirmed this. I believe the confusion arises from the fact that the American market never had any K0 transition models, so the Americans had no need to define the bikes. I think we can all agree that the CB750 and the 121 K0s are the 'early' bikes."

In any case, Bryanj would be right that 11/69 would be the '70 model year. Just like my ride was made in 12/77 and is clearly marked '1978 Model'.

Interestingly, Mick Duckworth divides the models as CB750 (1969-1970), and CB750 K1 (August 1970-November 1971).

Tvag · « **Reply #35 on:** June 08, 2007, 07:59:47 AM »

Quote from: medic09 on June 08, 2007, 05:51:50 AM

John Wyatt makes an interesting comment in a sidebar in his book: "The Americans, and the rest of the world, to the best of my knowledge, call the first bikes 'K0s'. Even American Honda call them 'K0s'. They are not. They are CB750s. The K0 was transition bike, of which 121 were made, between the CB750 and CB750 K1. Honda UK have confirmed this. I believe the confusion arises from the fact that the American market never had any K0 transition models, so the Americans had no need to define the bikes. I think we can all agree that the CB750 and the 121 K0s are the 'early' bikes."

In any case, Bryanj would be right that 11/69 would be the '70 model year. Just like my ride was made in 12/77 and is clearly marked '1978 Model'.

Interestingly, Mick Duckworth divides the models as CB750 (1969-1970), and CB750 K1 (August 1970-November 1971).
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Nice research. Now, how credible and authoritative is Mr. Mick Duckworth? Where are your citations? tisk tisk...

Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er · « **Reply #36 on:** June 08, 2007, 08:40:54 AM »

Interesting info about John Wyatt. I've often wondered why the Honda microfiche system lists the '75 750F0, as it's most often called, the K0 Super Sport and not the F0. The '75 was a limited run for a few months only before the colors changed and it was officially called the 76 F1. I always have to either take my parts catalogue with me or explain to the parts guys that I have, whats listed as, a K0 Super Sport and tell them how to find it. "Then you have a 1969 model rather than a '75 model". They can get a little red assed that I know more about my bike than they do.

ic455 · « **Reply #37 on:** June 09, 2007, 12:33:10 PM »

Sounds like a piece of junk to me

, send it my way so you won't get in trouble

medic09 · « **Reply #38 on:** June 09, 2007, 08:51:06 PM »

Quote from: Tvag on June 08, 2007, 07:59:47 AM

Quote from: medic09 on June 08, 2007, 05:51:50 AM
John Wyatt makes an interesting comment in a sidebar in his book: "The Americans, and the rest of the world, to the best of my knowledge, call the first bikes 'K0s'. Even American Honda call them 'K0s'. They are not. They are CB750s. The K0 was transition bike, of which 121 were made, between the CB750 and CB750 K1. Honda UK have confirmed this. I believe the confusion arises from the fact that the American market never had any K0 transition models, so the Americans had no need to define the bikes. I think we can all agree that the CB750 and the 121 K0s are the 'early' bikes."

In any case, Bryanj would be right that 11/69 would be the '70 model year. Just like my ride was made in 12/77 and is clearly marked '1978 Model'.

Interestingly, Mick Duckworth divides the models as CB750 (1969-1970), and CB750 K1 (August 1970-November 1971).
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Did you want those citations in MLA format, or APA? I've been losing points on every paper because I refuse to adapt to APA...

Nice research. Now, how credible and authoritative is Mr. Mick Duckworth? Where are your citations? tisk tisk...

medic09 · « **Reply #39 on:** June 09, 2007, 08:52:12 PM »

Well, looks like I missed out. While I was delaying, someone came by and bought the bike from my buddy. Probably just as well. Now maybe I'll find time and give some attention to my languishing Triumph project.

huntman58 · « **Reply #40 on:** June 09, 2007, 09:28:10 PM »

Quote from: medic09 on June 09, 2007, 08:52:12 PM

Well, looks like I missed out. While I was delaying, someone came by and bought the bike from my buddy. Probably just as well. Now maybe I'll find time and give some attention to my languishing Triumph project.

Sorry to hear that you missed it. In case it ever happened again this is what I would have said. One it is an investment look how prices are going already. I would also add I would like this to be our doing as we both enjoy bikes so much and this is something we can do together when the weather is too bad to ride in. I would also have offered to gotten a small shed and put it in or part it up box it up and stack it out of the way and promise of any one's bike gets crowed I will make sure it is mine so your free to work on yours when and how you like

medic09 · « **Reply #41 on:** June 09, 2007, 09:55:10 PM »

Quote from: huntman58 on June 09, 2007, 09:28:10 PM

Quote from: medic09 on June 09, 2007, 08:52:12 PM
Well, looks like I missed out. While I was delaying, someone came by and bought the bike from my buddy. Probably just as well. Now maybe I'll find time and give some attention to my languishing Triumph project.
Sorry to hear that you missed it. In case it ever happened again this is what I would have said. One it is an investment look how prices are going already. I would also add I would like this to be our doing as we both enjoy bikes so much and this is something we can do together when the weather is too bad to ride in. I would also have offered to gotten a small shed and put it in or part it up box it up and stack it out of the way and promise of any one's bike gets crowed I will make sure it is mine so your free to work on yours when and how you like

You should be a marriage counselor.

huntman58 · « **Reply #42 on:** June 09, 2007, 10:05:29 PM »

Quote from: medic09 on June 09, 2007, 09:55:10 PM

Quote from: huntman58 on June 09, 2007, 09:28:10 PM
Quote from: medic09 on June 09, 2007, 08:52:12 PM
Well, looks like I missed out. While I was delaying, someone came by and bought the bike from my buddy. Probably just as well. Now maybe I'll find time and give some attention to my languishing Triumph project.
Sorry to hear that you missed it. In case it ever happened again this is what I would have said. One it is an investment look how prices are going already. I would also add I would like this to be our doing as we both enjoy bikes so much and this is something we can do together when the weather is too bad to ride in. I would also have offered to gotten a small shed and put it in or part it up box it up and stack it out of the way and promise of any one's bike gets crowed I will make sure it is mine so your free to work on yours when and how you like

You should be a marriage counselor.

well now that just beats all . I am devorced LOL okay so it was not any thing like this but done when i became ill with what now has stopped me from riding

medic09 · « **Reply #43 on:** June 09, 2007, 10:11:59 PM »

Quote from: huntman58 on June 09, 2007, 10:05:29 PM

Quote from: medic09 on June 09, 2007, 09:55:10 PM
Quote from: huntman58 on June 09, 2007, 09:28:10 PM
Quote from: medic09 on June 09, 2007, 08:52:12 PM
Well, looks like I missed out. While I was delaying, someone came by and bought the bike from my buddy. Probably just as well. Now maybe I'll find time and give some attention to my languishing Triumph project.
Sorry to hear that you missed it. In case it ever happened again this is what I would have said. One it is an investment look how prices are going already. I would also add I would like this to be our doing as we both enjoy bikes so much and this is something we can do together when the weather is too bad to ride in. I would also have offered to gotten a small shed and put it in or part it up box it up and stack it out of the way and promise of any one's bike gets crowed I will make sure it is mine so your free to work on yours when and how you like

You should be a marriage counselor.
well now that just beats all . I am devorced LOL okay so it was not any thing like this but done when i became ill with what now has stopped me from riding

To be fair to my wife, she suggested I bring the Triumph home and work on it here. She just doesn't want *two* motorcycle carcasses awaiting attention, squeezed into the garage.

gregimotis · « **Reply #44 on:** June 10, 2007, 06:25:02 PM »

So, since it looks like this thread is about done, I'd like to hijack with some urgent questions:

I bought this K0 the other day and it needs some restore work... where do you think I should start?

medic09 · « **Reply #45 on:** June 10, 2007, 06:36:00 PM »

Greg, did you buy that bike at Daves? !!!

Tvag · « **Reply #46 on:** June 11, 2007, 05:23:32 AM »

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John Wyatt makes an interesting comment in a sidebar in his book: "The Americans, and the rest of the world, to the best of my knowledge, call the first bikes 'K0s'. Even American Honda call them 'K0s'. They are not. They are CB750s. The K0 was transition bike, of which 121 were made, between the CB750 and CB750 K1. Honda UK have confirmed this. I believe the confusion arises from the fact that the American market never had any K0 transition models, so the Americans had no need to define the bikes. I think we can all agree that the CB750 and the 121 K0s are the 'early' bikes."

In any case, Bryanj would be right that 11/69 would be the '70 model year. Just like my ride was made in 12/77 and is clearly marked '1978 Model'.

Interestingly, Mick Duckworth divides the models as CB750 (1969-1970), and CB750 K1 (August 1970-November 1971).

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Nice research. Now, how credible and authoritative is Mr. Mick Duckworth? Where are your citations? tisk tisk...

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Did you want those citations in MLA format, or APA? I've been losing points on every paper because I refuse to adapt to APA...

APA 5th edition, please.

Sorry to hear the bikes gone... but problem solved, nonetheless. If I were you though, I'd make preparations so that if another oportunity like this occurs, you'll be ready for it and won't have to miss out.

medic09 · « **Reply #47 on:** June 11, 2007, 10:38:27 AM »

Quote from: Tvag on June 11, 2007, 05:23:32 AM

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John Wyatt makes an interesting comment in a sidebar in his book: "The Americans, and the rest of the world, to the best of my knowledge, call the first bikes 'K0s'. Even American Honda call them 'K0s'. They are not. They are CB750s. The K0 was transition bike, of which 121 were made, between the CB750 and CB750 K1. Honda UK have confirmed this. I believe the confusion arises from the fact that the American market never had any K0 transition models, so the Americans had no need to define the bikes. I think we can all agree that the CB750 and the 121 K0s are the 'early' bikes."

In any case, Bryanj would be right that 11/69 would be the '70 model year. Just like my ride was made in 12/77 and is clearly marked '1978 Model'.

Interestingly, Mick Duckworth divides the models as CB750 (1969-1970), and CB750 K1 (August 1970-November 1971).

Quote
Nice research. Now, how credible and authoritative is Mr. Mick Duckworth? Where are your citations? tisk tisk...

Quote
Did you want those citations in MLA format, or APA? I've been losing points on every paper because I refuse to adapt to APA...

APA 5th edition, please.

Sorry to hear the bikes gone... but problem solved, nonetheless. If I were you though, I'd make preparations so that if another oportunity like this occurs, you'll be ready for it and won't have to miss out.

APA style guide makes me cringe with absolute revulsion. You gotta get out of the library, man (say I while sitting in a lecture on Dual-diagnosis Substance Abuse)...

Get a hobby, maybe rebuild a motorcycle...

Tvag · « **Reply #48 on:** June 11, 2007, 10:52:01 AM »

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APA style guide makes me cringe with absolute revulsion. You gotta get out of the library, man (say I while sitting in a lecture on Dual-diagnosis Substance Abuse)...

Get a hobby, maybe rebuild a motorcycle...

I'm rebuilding it... I'm rebuilding it. About to start on the rear fender, lights, grab bar etc. Being careful though so as to not screw up all the wiring. I just realized I should just do the damn frame off at this point. I'm already there practically.

gregimotis · « **Reply #49 on:** June 11, 2007, 08:06:26 PM »

Just kidding Medic, I would not buy something like that out from under an e-friend like that.

Besides, my garage couldn't really handle another either - nor can I wrench more than two bikes at a time (the S.O. picked up a 250 rebel as a starter the other week)

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Author Topic: Wife doesn't really want it in garage (Read 4787 times)

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