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Offline Tews19

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1975 Honda CB360T
« on: July 11, 2011, 10:37:31 AM »
I have been reading up on other postings for any kind of information on this bike and have come across very little information on the quality of the bike.. I am looking to get the lady a bike that she feels comfortable with and I am thinking this may be one... It had an engine replacement due to an electrical failure????? Owner is supplying the spare engine and parts.. he says it does need a tune up, but stated the carbs are in really good shape... it comes with a title and actually looks really decent.. Looks and performance at times are a diffiuclt combination, this I understand.. PLus I think I may be able to learn how to work on this bike before trying to work on my Cb550.. Any advice or things to look out for this model on CB?

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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #1 on: July 11, 2011, 10:51:06 AM »
Do a search of the site and you'll get several threads on them.  I enjoy mine.  There are going to be guys tell u what a pos they are but to each his own.  Some people just cant be a little positive.   ;D
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #2 on: July 11, 2011, 10:55:41 AM »
Post should be under "Other Bikes" where you will get more responses.  Many here will only respond to SOHC posts.  After all, the heading on this form reads "SOHC/4 Bikes".   "Other Bikes" is for other bikes. 

That said, a good 360T is a nice bike for the ladies or small of stature.
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #3 on: July 11, 2011, 10:56:41 AM »
I owned that exact bike...only problem I ever had on mine was a leaky diaphragm in the carb.  I really liked the bike.  It was small, lightweight, nimble...and fairly quick for a 360.  Mine would even pop a wheelie with a little effort.  My ONLY problem with the CB360T was that the weight made it a little unstable on the interstate, when being passed by big rigs, or in a heavy crosswind.
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #4 on: July 11, 2011, 10:59:53 AM »
Good point, how can I move the thread?
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #5 on: July 11, 2011, 11:05:41 AM »
Depending where you are in Wisconsin, I have a parts bike in Mpls.  If you get it and need any parts, let me know.  I haven't started parting it out, but its completely disassembled.
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #6 on: July 11, 2011, 11:17:27 AM »
Moderator will move it when he sees it. 
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #7 on: July 11, 2011, 12:05:57 PM »
Quote from: Tews19 on July 11, 2011, 10:37:31 AM
I have been reading up on other postings for any kind of information on this bike and have come across very little information on the quality of the bike.. I am looking to get the lady a bike that she feels comfortable with and I am thinking this may be one... It had an engine replacement due to an electrical failure????? Owner is supplying the spare engine and parts.. he says it does need a tune up, but stated the carbs are in really good shape... it comes with a title and actually looks really decent.. Looks and performance at times are a diffiuclt combination, this I understand.. PLus I think I may be able to learn how to work on this bike before trying to work on my Cb550.. Any advice or things to look out for this model on CB?

Thanks all

Tews, I have a 75 360T and it is a super fun bike.  Don't let anyone tell you its a POS.  You are however in the wrong forum, as mentioned before it can be discussed/posted in "Other Bikes".  For the attention and SUPER GREAT HELP you deserve, check out www.hondatwins.net.  The guys over there are very helpfull and knowledgeable.  Check out my ride and wrench thread to see the dumb stuff Ive already done and hopefully avoid some extra hassle.

http://www.hondatwins.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=8993

 
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #8 on: July 11, 2011, 12:06:23 PM »
Tews...you may want to check out www.hondatwins.net  There is a ton of info about that bike. I just bought one in April and sold it last week. One thing to keep in mind is those bikes had a recall for a bad cam chain tensioner. The way to find out if it was fixed is to look at the engine ID number. It if was done there will be a couple indents put in the engine number like in this picture. It basically takes the dash mark (-) and turns it into a division sign. My 75 CB360T ran real nice and it had sat for about 10+ years in a garage. The bike was to small for me, but would be nice for a lady or new rider.
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #9 on: July 13, 2011, 02:43:36 PM »
I've worked on and ridden a few CB350s and CB360s. my personal opinion would be to hold out for a complete CB350. seems like the 360s had a few mechanical problems and were not as popular. you will also find it much easier to find parts for a CB350. just my 2 cents
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #10 on: July 14, 2011, 07:20:56 AM »
I'll admit there is more of a following and more parts for a 350.  Would love to get one of those 50+hp motors they build now. My first street bike was a 350. 
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« Reply #11 on: July 14, 2011, 08:52:24 AM »
saw a sweet but well used CB 350 just yesterday. the maroon paint scheme.  if I get half a chance I'll pick one up soon.

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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #12 on: July 14, 2011, 12:40:39 PM »
I'm teaching my wife how to ride on a CB350 twin right now. They are great beginner bikes and I actually prefer them over larger bikes for urban (city) riding due to their small size and nimble handling.
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #13 on: July 20, 2011, 03:35:08 PM »
The 6 speed tranny was a great idea I wish my 550 had one. I miss my 74 CB360 the only trouble I had was the forementioned leaky carb diaphram but Dewey's in Seattle fixed it up for $85 (back in 1980) and the thing never ran better. I rode that thing everywhere mostly because it was my only transpo. I think with the power to weight ratio my 550 really doesn't perform much better and definitely doesn't handle better.
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #14 on: July 20, 2011, 04:07:09 PM »
Are you saying the 360 rode and is an overall better bike?
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #15 on: July 20, 2011, 05:44:26 PM »
Been riding mine again all week and still love the POS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #16 on: July 21, 2011, 06:19:07 AM »
Yeah, I ride my '75 every week or so, in between riding my '85 Suzuki GS700E.  Every time I hop on the 360, I remember how light and nimble it is, and how BAD it vibrates!  :D  That's my only real complaint at all with the 360 is that it's such a shaker - hands, butt, feet all get buzzed. 

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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #17 on: July 21, 2011, 06:43:05 AM »
You are 100% correct about the vibration all over. I was a bit surprised when I rode it and had the vibration even in the foot pegs. I was able to smooth out the vibration by finding just the right speed and gear combination. Like I said, I sold it after I fixed it up because I just love the CB750's so much more. Just can not top the handling and ride of the 750 I guess.
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #18 on: July 21, 2011, 11:19:04 AM »
I had a Honda CB350 as my first "road bike" last year, so while not exactly the same as the 360, they're similar.  Was a fun, light, nimble bike, but the vibration was definitely annoying on the highway since my work commute is 14 miles each way at 65mph.  For just bouncing around town though it was a delightful, solid little bike, and it really got my feet wet.  My 650 is definitely "heavy" by comparison, but is much, much nicer at highway.  Oh yeah, the fairly low seat height is nice too for "the short people".  Damn 30" inseam....

Anyway, finally sold the 350 this spring to a coworker as her starter bike.  She's been riding it almost daily to work since then. 

350 In short:
  +Light, Nimble, Handles well
  +Breaks stop decently
  +Peppy at low speeds
  +Low height so more confidence for new riders
  +Very nice sound from the twin exhaust

  -Vibration is a pain at highway
  -Mirrors tend to buzz unless you get some really wide FOV ones
  -Carbs can be finicky, and idle has to be set individually
  -Fairly cold blooded
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #19 on: October 12, 2011, 10:40:55 PM »
many of them were kick start only and most were front drum brakes but the bike itself is famous for its ability to run in hot climates and have good longevity My brother and I just picked one up for his fiancee
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Re: 1975 Honda CB360T
« Reply #20 on: October 17, 2011, 09:06:20 AM »
 I really liked the one I had. No, it's not much of an interstate bike but for just running around I really liked it. I initially bought it for my son and he rode it some but then it just sat around and I sold it. I often times wish I had it back.
 
 
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