Hey all,
I've been a member of this site for awhile, and I'm finally getting back into SOHC 4s after about a 2 year break. Quick background: I'm 22, I live in Whitewater, WI, I'll be graduating from UW Whitewater soon, and this CB is my 40th motorcycle. I re-did a '78 750k about 2 years ago, but never really had time to enjoy the bike. I also have a 350 twin, and I'm curious to see where this bike will end up, in regards to handling and power.
Anyway, this bike sat in a garage for 20 years until it was offered to me as a non-runner, with a title. It was parked due to a sticking front caliper, according to the PO (this was his first bike, he still rides). Here's what little progress I've made so far:
The bike, before I did anything except bring it home:
Next to the '75 XS 650B I got from the same family:
The carbs:
Off:
Hanging out with my dad's Ducati project:
So, the plan so far is to rebuild the carbs (already have the kits), rebuild the front caliper, do a very thorough cleaning of the whole bike, new tires and tubes, chain and sprockets, and fork seals. It already has spark, the turn signals work, brake light, headlight, starter, horn, etc., so wiring is squared away. Even the tank is clean and rust free inside! Wish me luck, I'm having fun so far.
