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Offline tinyrobot

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Hello from Chicago
« on: February 05, 2007, 07:20:22 AM »
Just saying hi, I have been looking for info on the older Honda for a while now and that search lead me here.  I currently do not have a bike (that has an engine, plenty of pedal power ones though).  I use to have a cbr125 and 250 back when but now I would like to move to the streets and thought a nice older Honda for first bike back would be fun  :)  Looking forward to the all the great sources of info here.
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #1 on: February 05, 2007, 10:06:40 AM »
welcome from So Calif.  Nice old Hondas are out there to be found.  I hope you find one soon.
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #2 on: February 05, 2007, 10:36:40 AM »
Welcome and good luck shopping.  I just finished shopping for a cb750 and I may be able to offer some advice.  I looked up and down all over ebay and craigslist and cycle trader and all kinds of sites once I had decided on a cb750.  They were few and far between.  Then, I posted a want ad on craigslist stating what I was looking for and how much I was willing to spend and I got tons of responses.  There's a lot of guys with the bikes that don't list them during for various reasons (in colorado, that reason is the soft motorcycle market in the winter) but a lot of them routinely browse craigslist for parts or opportunities.  If you haven't done it yet, I'd give it a shot.  I went from finding nothing I wanted to having 5 fair priced cb750's to choose from.  Best of Luck!

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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #3 on: February 06, 2007, 12:39:59 PM »
Welcome to the site from a fellow Chicagoin..
Actually I reside in the burbs, but saying I am from Chicago is allot easier  ;D
Shoot me an email at Saytin72@aol.com if you need anything, as I am pretty involved in the classic/vintage bike "scene" around these parts...
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #4 on: February 06, 2007, 01:07:39 PM »
Thanks everyone for the warm welcome.  I have been researching the 500 four for a while now and think that will make a great first bike.  Any one have opinion and insights on these please let me know what you think.  Thanks
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #5 on: February 06, 2007, 01:50:59 PM »
You could also buy ProTeals CB450 - its in Chicago and for sale.....not stock and certainly different.

http://www.sohc4.us/forums/index.php?topic=15615.0

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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #6 on: February 06, 2007, 04:21:27 PM »
well, I am looking for a small project.  ;)  I need something to do until I take the MSF course and get my license.
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #7 on: February 09, 2007, 10:28:51 AM »
Quote from: tinyrobot on February 06, 2007, 04:21:27 PM
well, I am looking for a small project.  ;) 
All the hard work is done allready - but I know what u mean  ;D

You should signup for RideChicago.
They proviede the bike-gear and instruction for a decent price, plus you can take your actual test right their on the spot..

http://HTTP://WWW.RIDE-CHICAGO.COM
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #8 on: February 10, 2007, 07:16:07 AM »
welcome. BTW, where did you get the pic in you avatar.
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #9 on: February 10, 2007, 07:47:06 PM »
Or take the MSF class offered by NIU, for $20 donated to the program, they supply a helmet for use, you show up in a long sleeve shirt and boots above your ankle.  I heard Ride Chicago is BS for the price, and you get everything from the MSF courses offered by NIU, all you take to your DMV is $20 and the certificate of completion.  Oh, and welcome.
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2007, 07:31:28 PM »
Quote from: 71cb750 on February 10, 2007, 07:16:07 AM
welcome. BTW, where did you get the pic in you avatar.

It is an add for Davida gear, the moto she is on is a one off "Zagato Guzzi" made for Ewan McGregor or something.  Its just a realy great shot to me.

I waiting for the MSF courses this spring, registration starts soon, $20 buck and it goes towards your license fees I believe.
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #11 on: February 13, 2007, 09:43:09 AM »
Welcome tinyrobot from a fellow SOHC'r from Milwaukee!  I would check craigslist-milwaukee, as I've seen a couple of cb's for sale within the last 10 days or so in the SE Wisconsin area. 
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #12 on: February 14, 2007, 04:55:22 PM »
Well, I have worked out a deal with someone on craigslist and I will be picking up a CB750k8 this Friday.  I'll post pictures later
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #13 on: February 14, 2007, 06:17:13 PM »
Ha......another Grand K8 ;D ;D
We rule!!!!!!....or should some day ;D
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #14 on: February 14, 2007, 06:39:32 PM »
Quote from: tinyrobot on February 14, 2007, 04:55:22 PM
Well, I have worked out a deal with someone on craigslist and I will be picking up a 750cbk8 this Friday.  I'll post pictures later

Welcome tinyrobot, and congrats on your purchase!!!  I just got in from shoveling, but I know that Spring is right around the corner.
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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #15 on: March 03, 2007, 11:47:58 AM »
Sorry for the delay.  I picked up my 1978 CB750K a few weeks ago.  It had the cards and tank already off.  Previous owner has 4 other bike started to work on this one and decided to sell.  As far as I can tell the pipes and the tires are not original.  He said he had all the work done at a local shop here in Chicago.  I pulled the battery basket to remove the rust.  That was the only place that really had any.  Well here are some dark pics of it in the garage getting ready to put the carbs back on today and fire it up!!

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Re: Hello from Chicago
« Reply #16 on: March 12, 2007, 02:29:01 PM »
Bike looks good , now you just need to get out and ride it !
I expect to see ya at Delilah's on 4/28/07 for the Ton-Up's Rockers Reunion event... ;D
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