Topic: CB750F1 vs CB750K differences?

[Shoeboxjoe]

Well i can't seem to find a CB750K in my area that someone is willing to let go for a reasonable price. There is however a 76 CB750 Super Sport (VIN CB750F-2018644). I was planning on making it into a cafe racer (new tank, seat, bars, sets, and exhaust basically) Does anyone know of any potentials issues i may run into with a F that I wouldn't with a K? I have read that the F has a slightly different frame and longer wheelbase possibly? Any truth to that? Thanks!

[mcpuffett]

Hi Sidd, the F frame is different to the K frame as  the F has a rear disc brake as well as a different rear mudguard / fender set up, probably are some smaller differences can't just think of them , don't think you would go far wrong if you got a F to cafe  , cheers Mick.

[garagedoreen]

i think the F is got some chain oiler thingy-ma-gingy too, along with some other stuff. I think there is something on this sohc4.net site that list the difference.

[BeSeeingYou]

F wheel base is 57.9, trail length 4.5. fork angle 28  499lbs
K wheel base is 57.3, trail length 3.7  fork angle 27  479lbs
The F engine has a higher compression and is a bit more powerful.  The rear disc is a plus.  Many parts are the same as the K but you will find there are some things that are specific to the 75/76 F and being a two year run can be harder to come by but not impossible.  Let us know how it goes there would be interest here n the leftover parts.

[Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er]

Only potential downside I know of is the rear swing arm bushings are not as good. Everything else is better and faster  

No chain oiler thingy on the F.

Let us know what parts you want to get rid of.

[BeSeeingYou]

Everything else is better and faster 

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