Topic: Need some advice on a 78 750k restore

[Microsoul]

I have a 1978 cb750k that I am doing a total restore on,  I just finished sandblasting the frame and most of the other metal body parts that I plan on keeping and plan on putting some primer on them this weekend. I also tore down the motor because she was locked up, I got her freed up and am waiting on the book to arrive in the mail to continue on that part of the project.


I am looking for some advice and suggestions for my rebuild. Below is a list of things I am looking to accomplish

1. Motor Rebuild - I wouldn't mind adding a little power to the stock engine but I am also not looking for a race bike or to spend a fortune doing so. Are there any good upgrades I should look for?

2. I am also planning on replacing the stock suspension system and am looking for any suggestions on what I should use and where a good place to get these parts?

3. I am planning on doing the dual disk conversion from the article I found on this site. Any reccomendations for this process and the best parts to use and where to get them?

Thanks in advance for any help you can give me

[Dusthawk]

Greetings,

I am a chopper head so you may or may not like my advice but I'll put it out there and you can decide for yourself,

First and foremost, an upgrade for the engine every Honda should have is Electronic ignition, Dyna or whomever, with coils and wires to complement. Bearings and bushings, spend whatever it takes to get the best you can. The importance if these parts is often overlooked but are crucial to the length of life of an engine. Gaskets, again, the best you can afford, Cheap gaskets are out there but you definiltely get what you pay for. Buy a $30 gasket set and you'll get just that, a bunch of posterboard cut to shape.

I can't help with suspension, I ask everyone else for help there.

As far as the Dual disc conversion, I have seen at least two people on the threads here that took a Goldwing front end and mounted to the 750 they have. From what I have read, they like the way it works, so you might go to the tech forum and search that out.

Good luck,

Peace and Long Rides,

Jeff

[eldar]

Well the ign is good and so is the gasket. Neither will really increase power that much. If you have the funds, get an 836 kit and a mild cam.You will increase power somewhat while still being able to keep most of the valve train stock unless things are buggered up. Hondaman has a few tricks but most are listed for the earlier Ks but could still probably be used.

The suspension, well getting some new shocks will make a big difference in the back. Rebuild the front maybe with some progressive springs.

For the dual disk, a gw front has been used but You can get a F3 front and it will bolt right in with no mods. You just use the F master. that is easiest. OR you could get the F3 forks and put them on and get 81 or so cb750 brakes (I think) which are dual pucks. You will still need a larger master.