Topic: SOHC CB restoration experts in VA/MD/NC?

[fullofdays]

Anyone know of a solid Honda SOHC CB restoration shop in the VA/MD/NC region?  I'm in the process of relocating and dont have the luxury of my garage to do the work myself. 

thanks!

[333]

I've lived inside the Beltway all my life, and there ain't no shop like that here.

[fullofdays]

yeah, I've noticed that...  The District is especially non bike friendly I've found.  scooter shops abound however which is just a sign of the times. 

[333]

But there's never been any resto shops here.  Where you at?  And what is the current condition of the bike?

[speedy_the_drummer]

http://www.velocityvintage.com/

They're right down the road from me in Richmond, Va. They always have 'drool-worthy' vintage bikes inside and sitting outside.

[fullofdays]

But there's never been any resto shops here.  Where you at?  And what is the current condition of the bike?

I'm in DC.  I stumbled across an incredible condition CB500F with 6K original miles.  The bike is a runner but needs some updates to ignition, clutch creep (adjustment and/or new clutch plates), carb worked over (running lean), brakes sorted, greasing the fittings, etc.

  I'm wanting to keep it a runner and not turn it into a museum piece but am looking for a shop to assist me with some mechanical servicing because I dont have access to my table and tools in NC.  (I am in the middle of relocating)  I'm not looking for a full on restoration as the bike is in amazing cosmetic shape but a mechanical sorting.

http://s270.photobucket.com/albums/jj92/rossi4/Honda%20CBs/

[Markcb750]

I have heard good things about this shop.

http://www.classichondarestoration.com/

[CBJoe]

Very nice looking bike.... Definitely doesn't need much cosmetic work.

 

[fullofdays]

I have heard good things about this shop.

http://www.classichondarestoration.com/

I just spoke to Tim at Classic Honda Restoration... They charge $75/hr and will be happy to assist me with the servicing.  He was very helpful over the phone and spent time answering my questions.  I have a feeling any shop I go to for service on my CB500 is going to be very costly...