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Howdy
« on: July 19, 2007, 03:31:26 PM »
Hi all,
I just got my first bike about a month ago from my uncle. She's a 1980 cb650 custom in need of a good home and a lot of work after being in storage for 22 years. Now I plan on doing about every thing I can (with plenty of help) to get her running once again. Needless to say it will be quite an endeavor for a novice such as my self. But the engine is not seized and she turns over so I've got hope.
Anyways, glad to be part of the group.




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Offline kslrr

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Re: Howdy
« Reply #1 on: July 19, 2007, 03:41:36 PM »
Welcome.  I am presently working on an '81 custom with a '79 engine.  I also have the '81 engine.
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« Reply #2 on: July 19, 2007, 03:45:03 PM »
Welcome. So, it went into storage the year you were born, eh? ;) I brought mine back after 22 yrs also. If I can do it, anyone can. ;D
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Re: Howdy
« Reply #3 on: July 20, 2007, 10:48:31 AM »
welcome
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Re: Howdy
« Reply #4 on: July 20, 2007, 10:56:23 AM »
I was in the same boat 6 months ago. Free bike, sitting for 20 years and I had no idea what I was looking at... if your serious, your going to enjoy this project very much. Welcome and you've come to the right place... TONS of knowledge here.
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Re: Howdy
« Reply #5 on: July 20, 2007, 02:33:07 PM »
Quote from: Bob Wessner on July 19, 2007, 03:45:03 PM
Welcome. So, it went into storage the year you were born, eh? ;)

Yep. Kind of funny isn't it? I am glad to know it can be done though.
Thanks for the warm welcomes all.
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« Reply #6 on: July 20, 2007, 05:20:55 PM »
I was kind of in the same situation when I got my '79 CB650. Bought it off ebay HOPING that it wouldn't need any serious work. Got lucky and all it needed was a battery, rotor, and carb cleaning. Carbs would be the first thing to look at, then check spark. If the motor turns freely and doesn't make any strange noises, that's probably all you'll have to do. Welcome to the forum and good luck on your project!!
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Re: Howdy
« Reply #7 on: July 20, 2007, 06:47:31 PM »
Welcome. Finish-wise she looks to be in pretty decent shape.
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Re: Howdy
« Reply #8 on: July 20, 2007, 07:48:08 PM »
welcome goose. where about missery are ya?
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« Reply #9 on: July 21, 2007, 01:11:43 AM »
welcome from the uk ;D ;D
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Re: Howdy
« Reply #10 on: July 21, 2007, 09:59:18 AM »
Quote from: Pinhead on July 20, 2007, 05:20:55 PM
Carbs would be the first thing to look at, then check spark.
That's where I am at now. Replaced the battery and plugs and got a spark. Next took the carbs off and they are not moving very freely, so that's what is next I think. Thanks for the good luck wishes. I will likely need it.

Quote from: burmashave on July 20, 2007, 06:47:31 PM
Welcome. Finish-wise she looks to be in pretty decent shape.
Yeah, she still looks alright given the time spent in a garage. The exhaust is rusted through in a couple places, and she could use a good cleaning and polish. Other than that though I was not disappointed.

Quote from: 71cb750 on July 20, 2007, 07:48:08 PM
where about missery are ya?
I am living in Columbia for the time being.
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