Topic: 1972 CB 350 Build. Street Tracker Brat Bike style.

[lowCCs]

I've never posted here before but lurk around a ton.  I used to post and follow caferacer.net but the folks over their seem really closed minded, arrogant and unhelpful.  You guys seem much more helpful and knowledgeable so I figure I would start by posting my cb350 project.  It started out as a $125 non-running, non-titled stocker.  As it sits now, it's a non running, non-titled stripped down cb350 worth about $125.  It's actually in really decent shape. 

Here is how she sits right now in my garage.  Lot's of work ahead of me.  Much more then I though when I took on this project.




First off I want to re-wire the bike so I know it's not electrical issues when the time comes to get it running.  I'm keeping it simple, Headlight, Taillight, Starter.  But, before I can re-wire I need to find the right components.  I really want a set of really simple controls.  Left side just clutch, right side break control and break fluid reservoir and a few toggles on the bars like the two photos below.  That would be my ideal setup but can't seem to find anything like that anywhere.  Anyone have any insight?  The branding on that control is Grimeca.  I'm kinda stuck until I can find what I'm looking for.  I found these on bratstyle.com in Japan.




Here's a little inspiration to the style of bike I'm going to build. 





And, so you guys know that I'm not a total amateur, my '74 cb125 mini cafe that I built last year.



Thanks for watching. 

[void909]

Welcome to the forum! I like your other build. Cant wait to see how this one turns out. Keep us posted... Oh and you should post those pics in the inspiration gallery. I bet people would like to see them.

[PxTx]

I've seen the 125 on the dope shizz thread over on the Vortex.  Bike has a simlple, nice look to it.  Kinda inspired me to start wantedin a CB/CL 175.  Thanks for posting and I look forward to the build!

[fishman_Phil]

Those inspiration photos of those 2 bikes look great and if you can come up with something like those with your own added touches it will make all the effort worthwhile. Just take your time though. All too often it is a big waiting game for the parts you want and in the meantime you can get other bits spot on to save rework later. Love your project and look forward to seeing more of it.
Cheers ... Phil in NZ

[ProTeal55]

Look forward to seeing how your build comes together...

[OakBehringer]

I mean, I love to see a vintage Honda and a stack of surfboards, but we might not be the most helpful group for you and your twin. This is the Single Overhead Cam FOUR groups... as in four cylinders . Regardless, I'm happy to gauge your progress and, with some luck on my part, answer some questions.

[Roach Carver]

welcome- and dont worry, we are for the most part  just bike lovers here. post lots of pics for the illiterate

[DollarBill]

Lots of us have twins too...  I have a 73 CB350 in my avatar.  I love that bike.  It's what gave me the confidence to take on a 750 FOUR.  Welcome aboard.

[Koonendez]

Nice lookin bikes, both from your inspiration and your completed bike.

I think once I'm finished tackling my 550 i'll keep an eye out for a 350.
looks simple and very clean. I bet it's a joy to ride