Author Topic: Registry of 750 Owners (Read 162755 times)

myhondas · « **Reply #200 on:** April 01, 2009, 09:08:36 PM »

Yea, I figure that with this economy, it will probably take me a couple of years. But since I consider it my first real bike (I had a 71 harley sportster which I considered garbage) that I bought in 74 from a guy who bought it new and rode it for 200 miles and decided he wanted a bmw instead. Rode it for 6 years and put on 17,000 miles. Got parked in garage for a couple of years and then basically given to nephew who rode it for 2 years and then parked it outside uncovered until I rescued it in June 08.

Gordon · « **Reply #201 on:** April 02, 2009, 07:00:13 AM »

Quote from: myhondas on April 01, 2009, 02:02:42 PM

The one undergoing restoration is my first real bike that got trashed by my nephew. Rescued it and now I will take it back to the condition that I gave it to him.

Wow!

How long did it sit in that trash pile for? I haven't seen rust that bad in a long time.

I'm curious, was the tank stripped to bare metal before it sat outside, or did it actually rust completely through all of the paint? Looks like the rear wheel was swapped for one from a bike with a disc brake without going to the trouble of also installing the rest of the brake system.

I'm interested in the story on this bike.

myhondas · « **Reply #202 on:** April 06, 2009, 12:07:49 PM »

As I stated earlier, I got this bike in 74 almost brand new. Rode it until 1980 (17,000 miles) when three different accidents claimed three couples that were friends of ours. My now ex and I decided that we would stop riding. Bike sat in garage for two years when my nephew asked to buy it. Basically gave him the bike ($500) and he rode it for about a year or so when it finally needed a new clutch. When he took off the gas tank, he saw the two side supports on the frame had been cut (it was done by the bike shop to remove heads) he decided that the bike was unsafe to ride. He parked it uncovered behind a shed underneath some pine trees in 83 or 84. It sat there until I found it last June and pulled it out to save it. The tank was custom painted but I don’t think it was clear coated. I was actually surprised to see the tank in that shape. It also had a oil cooler on the front in front of the pipes. The mag wheels were bought in late 75 or early 76 from Carroll Shelby in California. They were called Shelby Dowd Daytona Mags and they came with the rear brake conversion kit, which included the disk, caliper, and brake reservoir. As far as I know, my bike was the only one with disk brakes front and rear then. The exhausts are Jardine 4-2 double crossovers that gave it a great sound. The bike was a blast to ride and was only beat by a Kaw Z1-900 in a street race. I have not decided if I will put the spoke or mag wheels back on it. The caliper will have to be rebuilt and I will have to fashion new disk pad for it. I have the original tank & wheels but not the pipes for the bike. A lot will depend on $ and time.

monte · « **Reply #203 on:** April 09, 2009, 08:53:51 AM »

Hi all

I have a k3. It started as a pile found behind a barn in NH. Its close to being a rider now. Im still looking for a few small parts but I did crank it this winter. I just moved to Alabama so im looking farward to a longer riding season.

razorbackid · « **Reply #204 on:** April 16, 2009, 06:48:23 AM »

Hello there folks! I'm currently rebuilding a '77 k model which needs some tlc and new exhaust valve guides. Found under a pole barn in Chipley, Fl. a couple years ago. It was a basketcase for sure.

Found the parts needed to get it started and put a little over a 100 miles on her when she started blowing major smoke. Got a ticket for speeding out here (Dozier, Alabama) last Mother's Day on it while I was adjusting the carbs. You know the deal, turn a screw, listen, turn another screw...yeah..sounds better...jump on the bike and test it. State Trooper thinks I got the carbs "pretty close" as he clocked me around 80.

I have pics and will post them after I get them scanned and converted from paper to digital form.

She ain't pretty...yet. But this motor will be a stud once I get it back together.

Anybody here close to Andulusia, Alabama? Gantt?

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #205 on:** April 16, 2009, 05:04:48 PM »

Quote from: razorbackid on April 16, 2009, 06:48:23 AM

Hello there folks! I'm currently rebuilding a '77 k model which needs some tlc and new exhaust valve guides. Found under a pole barn in Chipley, Fl. a couple years ago. It was a basketcase for sure.

Found the parts needed to get it started and put a little over a 100 miles on her when she started blowing major smoke. Got a ticket for speeding out here (Dozier, Alabama) last Mother's Day on it while I was adjusting the carbs. You know the deal, turn a screw, listen, turn another screw...yeah..sounds better...jump on the bike and test it. State Trooper thinks I got the carbs "pretty close" as he clocked me around 80.

I have pics and will post them after I get them scanned and converted from paper to digital form.

She ain't pretty...yet. But this motor will be a stud once I get it back together.

Anybody here close to Andulusia, Alabama? Gantt?

I would love to live close to you razor, that is a fine part of the States, is it not spelt Andalusia though, is it the one close to Enterprise?

Welcome to the forum anyway and hurry them there pictures along.

Sam.

Roly · « **Reply #206 on:** April 25, 2009, 04:01:13 AM »

My pride and joy - CB750 K6

Maurizio · « **Reply #207 on:** April 25, 2009, 06:52:44 AM »

Maurizio, from Turin, Italy.

'76 CB 750 F

tomsweb1 · « **Reply #208 on:** April 25, 2009, 01:17:12 PM »

Hey All! Bought this '78 CB750A last month. I have 78 cb400A that I bought six years ago, then I saw this beauty in kijiji for $1600(cdn), and I had to have her!

mrbreeze · « **Reply #209 on:** April 25, 2009, 09:49:59 PM »

That may just be the cleanest auto I've ever seen.Congradulations and welcome to the forum.

carcycle · « **Reply #210 on:** April 26, 2009, 08:06:53 AM »

Gday everyone, my first post!!

My name is Alex, almost 23 years old, from Adelaide, Australia.

This is my honda, genuine 11,800 miles, brought over from america in 1988(roughly), been stored ever since and only got it out after my dad gave it to me so now she is going again! Late 74 model, Planet Blue.

I am desperate to buy a couple more from America and i have a place in Los Angeles where i can get them shipped from so if anyone is near there and wants to sell theres, please let me know... i love them and cant wait to complete such an operation! Im sure theres an introduction page somewhere so ill have to go find that and start typing!

Anyway, here it is...

Orange sticker on fork is the last registration label, 1986 (year i was born

), new york.

Look forward to conversing with you all!

Alex.

Damfino · « **Reply #211 on:** April 26, 2009, 08:14:17 AM »

Great looking bike Alex! Welcome to the forum!

volkswagendan · « **Reply #212 on:** April 27, 2009, 07:11:20 AM »

hey alex, that is one sweeeeeet 750!!! enjoy it!
...and welcome to the forum yo.

phactory · « **Reply #213 on:** April 27, 2009, 12:09:50 PM »

Alex,

Congrats on a great bike!! EVERYONE needs to have a birth year bike! I have my 1959 BMW R26 in my living room!!!

Cheers, Phil

Quote from: carcycle on April 26, 2009, 08:06:53 AM

Gday everyone, my first post!!

My name is Alex, almost 23 years old, from Adelaide, Australia.

This is my honda, genuine 11,800 miles, brought over from america in 1988(roughly), been stored ever since and only got it out after my dad gave it to me so now she is going again! Late 74 model, Planet Blue.

++++++++Anyway, here it is...

Orange sticker on fork is the last registration label, 1986 (year i was born ), new york.

Look forward to conversing with you all!

Alex.

firemedicmonkey · « **Reply #214 on:** April 28, 2009, 06:05:09 PM »

Hello,

Brand New Here... I just bought the same exact bike as the last guy in Australia... Only mine is titled as an 1975 model. I also have a 1978 that was an old flat track racer that I am restoring and trying to get back on the road and that is what brought me here. Pictures coming soon.

tomsweb1 · « **Reply #215 on:** April 29, 2009, 05:28:59 AM »

Quote from: mrbreeze on April 25, 2009, 09:49:59 PM

That may just be the cleanest auto I've ever seen.Congradulations and welcome to the forum.

Exactly why I had to have her! Thank you!

phactory · « **Reply #216 on:** April 29, 2009, 12:36:06 PM »

I guess I should include my latest acquisition. It is a 1974 Rickman CR750 built from a K1. Albeit it is apart right now but that is a good thing in my eyes! I will start a thread when I start doing it over.

Just talked to Ken Buchanan today about re-lacing the wheels. WA HOO!!

Cheers, Phil

P.S. Not much is going to happen to this until I finish my K1.

hitman15666 · « **Reply #217 on:** April 30, 2009, 08:33:59 AM »

guess i'm a little late to this party. just picked up an 78 cb750 four k. its kinda crappy and beat up but i got it on the cheap and it runs.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #218 on:** April 30, 2009, 08:54:07 PM »

The mighty K8

welcome to the forum.

Sam.

mrbreeze · « **Reply #219 on:** April 30, 2009, 08:59:04 PM »

Oh No!!!...Is that you Eldar

.........

rhos1355 · « **Reply #220 on:** May 02, 2009, 08:34:02 AM »

Quote from: Maurizio on April 25, 2009, 06:52:44 AM

Maurizio, from Turin, Italy.

'76 CB 750 F

Maurizio,
Bellissima la tua moto.
Benvenuto al forum.
Ciao

rhos

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #221 on:** May 04, 2009, 03:21:21 PM »

Quote from: mrbreeze on April 25, 2009, 09:49:59 PM

That may just be the cleanest auto I've ever seen.Congradulations and welcome to the forum.

Is mine not clean enough for you Freddy

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=33548.195

I can see a CR750A coming on.

Sam.

mrbreeze · « **Reply #222 on:** May 04, 2009, 05:53:32 PM »

Your's is clean too Sam!!!!!

cb750fbomb · « **Reply #223 on:** May 04, 2009, 10:21:42 PM »

Welcome Maurizio, tomsweb1and carcycle. You all have great looking bikes. I really need a paint job. I'll have to wait another month until my paint guy isn't backed up.

Maurizio · « **Reply #224 on:** May 05, 2009, 05:06:50 AM »

Quote from: rhos1355 on May 02, 2009, 08:34:02 AM

Maurizio,
Bellissima la tua moto.
Benvenuto al forum.
Ciao

rhos

Grazie mille rhos, and thanks a lot to cb750fbomb too.

Does the checkered Arai qualify for the Registry of Cafe Racers?

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Author Topic: Registry of 750 Owners (Read 162755 times)

monte

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Roly

firemedicmonkey

hitman15666

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