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D-Train

Advice on whether this is a good deal/questions to ask

Hey! I have been looking for a 70s honda to restore and customize as a project. I ran across this bike: http://bham.craigslist.org/mcy/3669484857.html and I was wondering what you guys thought about this deal. I also would appreciate any advice, particularly advice specific to CB750s, on questions I should ask the owner. Is there any easy way to determine which 750 model this is?

Piute

Re: Advice on whether this is a good deal/questions to ask

Honda cb 750 f 1979 model

gotta TITLE

1977 CB750 F2 Super Sport
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Does the trail 70 come with it?

If it runs, and has a title it is worth $600.00. However you can always offer less.

On that model I would check the charging system. They go bad a lot.
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shultz_1978

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Looks like a good deal from my house.

If it runs good with no clanking grinding or any thing. Make sure it has a title and ride it home.

Simple if some one else can, why can't I
Jamie

D-Train

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Thanks! I've emailed the owner. Most of the research I've done has been into the smaller CBs and CLs, so I don't know as much about this bike.

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If it has a title I'd jump on it with both feet. I'd offer less,but if it really does run good and the chain and tires look OK I wouldn't feel bad giving the full $600 for it.

Definitely check the charging system! Just put a meter across the battery terminals and rev to bike to around 3,ooo rpm. See if the voltage rises and how much if it does. Optimum is ~14-14.5 volts. If you dont have access to a meter at least check and see if the headlight brightens when revved. From what I understand (and I could be wrong) it costs around $200 to go through on of those charging systems. Could be a good bargaining chip in your favor.

Good luck!