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vlocityboy

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New CB500-4 owner from SW Ohio
« on: February 15, 2009, 04:47:17 PM »
I've been stalking this forum for a few days now but have waited to post up until I had my bike in my clammy hands.  It's a '73 CB500 in fairly original condition and 17,000 miles.  I'm looking forward to tearing into it to fix various (hopefully) minor problems.  Kudos to the forum moderators, you've done an amazing job here!
Cheers,
Brian

Offline lynchj

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Re: New CB500-4 owner from SW Ohio
« Reply #1 on: February 18, 2009, 11:35:24 AM »
We have the same bikes, same year too. I'm guessing that your's is probaby in better shape but I could be wrong. I'm also a newbie on this site. If I ever get mine running, LOL, I may just take a ride out to Ohio just for the fun of it so our bikes can meet. 
Welcome to the soch4.
my CB500 build thread   http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=54143.0

Other toys: 98 YZ125, 70 MGB, 99 Camaro

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Re: New CB500-4 owner from SW Ohio
« Reply #2 on: February 18, 2009, 12:25:48 PM »
Thats a long ride!  I'd say mine's in fair to good condition.  It's the dark green color.  The paint is nice, the seat is pristine, and it's all there except for an ugly aftermarket exhaust and a missing fender stay.  The shocks and mirrors look a bit nasty.  I need to do the usual; clean the carbs/tank/tap, new fork seals, new battery, tune-up etc, but I'm optimistic.  Haven't decided whether to leave it alone or do a mild cafe.....

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Re: New CB500-4 owner from SW Ohio
« Reply #3 on: February 18, 2009, 01:36:58 PM »
welcome from columbus.
good to have you here!
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Re: New CB500-4 owner from SW Ohio
« Reply #4 on: February 18, 2009, 04:38:37 PM »
Here's a pic from when I picked it up....

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Re: New CB500-4 owner from SW Ohio
« Reply #5 on: February 19, 2009, 12:04:10 PM »
Greetings from London.  Lots of great people and info on the site here.  I'm sure you'll find lots of help if you need it.