Topic: New guy with a CB550!

[VigCS]

Hi everybody.  My name is Brady and I'm from the burbs of DC.  I just graduated college and decided to use a bit of my grad money to buy a bike, and I've always loved the old Honda CBs.  Bought this bike on Craigslist (from a guy who is a member here, at least I think.  He mentioned this site when I was looking at it).  Anyway, bought a '78 CB550 with 8,400 miles on it.  Runs like a champ but needs a little cosmetic attention, but nothing some elbow grease can't fix.  Here are some pics:







The tank needs a repaint, and I want your guys opinions on some colors.  I was thinking maybe orange, red, or british racing green.  Whichever color I choose I would probably replace the gold stripes with black so it looks better with the black frame and chrome fenders.  What do you guys think?  Here's a pic of the current tank:

[Stev-o]

Welcome fellow 550 guy! Looks like a nice bike, def needs some paint.
Browse through the inspiration thread 'til you see something you really like.

Good Luck...

[Ernie]

welcome and nice bike, mine looked just like that when I got it. but not anymore

[VigCS]

Thanks for the welcomes, guys.  I think I'm going to paint my tank and side panels Sunrise Orange.  Love that color on these old bikes.