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Offline cb1992

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new guy from WI
« on: April 19, 2019, 09:07:52 PM »
Hello Everyone,

My names Chris, I am 26 and I just bought a 1975 Honda CB550! I stumbled across this forum while looking for parts/guides. As you guessed it, I am working on turning mine into the classic cafe racer style. Anyways, so far i've taken as many old parts off as I can and started looking for parts. I have many questions (mainly on wiring), but I am excited about the project overall. Thanks!

Trying to post an image, but I cant seem to figure it out.
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Offline jakec

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Re: new guy from WI
« Reply #1 on: April 19, 2019, 10:25:39 PM »
Welcome, Get ready to get roasted. The members here may want to buy your “old parts”
1970 CB750 K0
1977 CB750 Chop
1997 XR650L

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Re: new guy from WI
« Reply #2 on: April 20, 2019, 03:59:05 AM »
Welcome from another Cheesehead!

Offline cb1992

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Re: new guy from WI
« Reply #3 on: April 20, 2019, 08:24:45 AM »
Thanks guys! I may just let go some of those old parts.

My main concern right now is the wiring. I have found a replacement harness online, but ive seen guys make their own. While im not there yet, its the item I know will be tough.

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Re: new guy from WI
« Reply #4 on: April 20, 2019, 08:29:43 AM »
Welcome from NE MN.

Just remember that if you don't cut the frame the bike can be restored to original easily sometime in the future.  Like when you are in your 50s.

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