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mrjack55

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Yet another newbie, From Philly PA
« on: April 04, 2011, 05:16:28 AM »
Hey,
My name is Jack and I finally picked up my first SOHC Honda.  My dad had a 76' CB750 when I was a kid, and I thought that was the greatest motorcycle ever.  I sat on that bike any chance a had, and would always ask to go for a ride.  That's me in the pic.


So, now I'm 40 and looking for a new project.  I've built a few hot rods and other cars over the years, and it's time for a motorcycle.  I also no long have room to build a car, so that made the choice to build a bike even easier. 
Yesterday I brought home my new toy.  She's a 1977 CB750K.  27K+ on the odometer and in not to bad shape for a 34 year old.

My plan is to get her road worthy and do a mild cafe build.  Nothing to crazy, but still in the classic "Ton Up" style of the late 50's and 60's.  Then over the winter, I'll strip her down completely.  I'll blast and repaint the frame, replace the big bulbous tank, have the motor rebuild and put her all back to gether for next season.  Should be fun.
I'm sure I'll be looking for lots of help and parts.  Thanks in advance to all The masters and gurus out there.  I'm going to need you're knowledge more than a few times.  I'm glad I found this forum, and I'm happy to be here.
« Last Edit: April 08, 2011, 05:22:49 AM by mrjack55 »

Offline bender01

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Re: Yet another newbie
« Reply #1 on: April 04, 2011, 07:27:56 PM »
Welcome!  My Dad had a 70 when I was little. He kept it over winters in the Fire Dept. Small town. He had keys to the motorcycle and Fire Dept. He was the coolest I thought.
 I just installed that same Luggage rack/rest in your pic on My 74 750k.
  Ben
75 550 K1
74 750 K4
1968 450 K1 Super Sport
74 750k 836 project
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So, the strategy is to lie to people you are asking for help?

I think I'll be busy going for a ride.

Good luck!
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Re: Yet another newbie
« Reply #2 on: April 05, 2011, 11:29:27 AM »
Welcome!  My Dad had a 70 when I was little. He kept it over winters in the Fire Dept. Small town. He had keys to the motorcycle and Fire Dept. He was the coolest I thought.
 I just installed that same Luggage rack/rest in your pic on My 74 750k.
  Ben

That's pretty cool Ben.  You got to hang around all the fire trucks and an old Honda.  What kid wouldn't love that?
Funny that you mentioned the luggage rack/sissy bar.  I just took the one off of mine.  That seat is on it way to the pile as well.
Just not a good look for a cafe racer. :o