Topic: CB750E-2070665

[moe]

Was wondering if i should place this in the bikes for sale forum, but I put it here.  I went to look at a 1973 CB750 (re Howdy) only to discover that it was a 1972 motor and frame.  (at least per the numbers)  I wanted to buy it and restore her, but the front end doesn't appear stock.  Most everything checked out.  The motor turns over, it has oil, the brakes are dry, most of the rubber is dry rotted, the carb bowls have some nice thick varnish, but all in all this ride is something some of you may be interested in.  Let me know if you are as I can steer you to Melba. I have taken a boat load of pics that I can e-mail to you (high speed connection please!) and I have also linked to them via the picture posted here.  The bike is pretty much stock, again except for the front end.   I've got to call Melba next week.  The bike is on Merritt Island, Florida. If I had a CB750 I would buy her for parts!  I am not in this for any reason other than I think you might be interested in this ride.  I'll not take a cut, but beer donations would always be welcomed!



Click on the picture to see all the photos....

I'll have these pics up for one week, then I am throwing my leg over Vera and riding up to Canandaigua, NY from Merritt Island! 

[Raul CB750K1]

Obviously, forks, handlebars, headlight, pipes and seat are not stock, but so what? They can be easily spotted on eBay, though seats can be a bit expensive. If the price is right it can be a good opportunity.

Besides, being it an ugly chopper, I doubt the owner had the balls to ride it in front of his neighbours, so probably the mileage will be low...

Raul

[moe]

The owner didn't like to ride it due to its superb low-speed handling characteristics.  Picking up the bike would probably cost more than anyone would have to pay for it.  I forgot to look at the steering head to discern if it had been altered but I didn't care as I decided against the purchase.  Melba is going to place an add in the local paper soon.  Shame that she may have to lay out 12% of the likely asking price.