Topic: 1974 CL125 Cafe

[avgday]

A few months ago, I picked up this little CL125 from an acquaintance for $100 (he didn't want any money for it but when I insisted, we agreed on a price of $100- should have kept my mouth shut!).  It had been sitting outside of his garage for the past 6 years uncovered and had accumulated rust and other signs of neglect.  Has less than 280 original miles and seems to be mechanically in great shape.  Here are some before pics.

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Took the bike completely apart and began cleaning/wire brushing/repainting the bike.  I have begun to reassemble the bike- put a set of clubmans on, aftermarket turn signals, and have tried my hand at building a solo seat.  So far I'm pleased with most of it.  Still have a ways to go but making decent progress.

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One last shot from the exhaust side.  I have also mocked up a pedestrian slicer license plate on the front fender.

[theofam]

Looks like $100 well spent - what a cool lil project!

[avgday]

Thanks- love the tiddlers!  My daily ride at present is a '71 CL175 which won't win any 1/4 miles but is great for around town and it just sips gas.  Here is a pic.