sad day

[free2ride]

just got a call from my mechanic [because I don't have the space, the aptitude, or the ability to do a lot of work myself].

work needed: new seals and gaskets because the thing is leaking like a son-of-a-gun, rebuilding of starter because it doesn't start / turn over though it makes a lot of noise, new rear tire, plus odds and sods. I don't think I can afford to get the work done -- and he's an inexpensive mechanic! so it looks as though my 80CBK will be retired, partsed, or sold.

just wanted to have someone cry with me, that's all. final decision to come, but likely has been made.

[TOOLS1]

Fix the starter and replace the tire. Then add oil as needed. Ride and enjoy.
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P.S. The starter drive is not that hard to replace. You can get all new drive units for around $35.00 now.

[free2ride]

TOOLS1 wrote

The starter drive is not that hard to replace.

point me in the direction of instructions . . . I'd rather ride than walk!

ps: I'm looking . . .

[TOOLS1]

First thing is to download the factory service manual, and find the parts fich at Partzilla, and study them to familiarize yourself with the starter clutch.
Here is the parts fich from partzilla https://www.partzilla.com/catalog/honda/motorcycle/1979/cb750l-a/starter-motor you will probably need #5, #6, and #20 to repair your starter, and maybe #4. You will also need the gasket for the cover.
Here is a kit I found on e-bay, but I know there are complete units available.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/CB750-CB900-CX500-GL-select-76-83-Starter-Clutch-Repair-Kit-91101-516-000A/232159213302?hash=item360dc476f6:g:AHAAAOSwiONYPf-z:sc:USPSFirstClass!64138!US!-1&vxp=mtr
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[free2ride]

thanks. once it warms up a bit [it's gone UP to +5F this week] I'll start thinking about moving the bike.

ya, I know, you've got it bad in KC too . . . but we had a week of -15/-20 daytime temps . . . I'm barely out of hibernation mode.

the groundhog is frozen in his hole

[TOOLS1]

And I thought the -3* we had this morning was bad. This weather is just not right for KC. It hardly ever gets this cold here.
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[Half-Caf]

Free, I know this post is a bit old, but I was wondering if you ever took any steps to get the bike back up and running (I am currently in the same process myself).

I ask because I have a few DOHC starters laying around if you are interested. I could certainly make you a deal.

[free2ride]

Half-Caf wrote

I was wondering if you ever took any steps to get the bike back up and running (I am currently in the same process myself).

I ask because I have a few DOHC starters laying around if you are interested. I could certainly make you a deal.

thanks for asking. I'm on the thing -- finally. decent weather -- finally!

I'm keeping my eyes on the oil level; I haven't done a lot of highway riding [life is nuts] so it hasn't been pushing too much out.

and the starter . . . hasn't acted up at all since I've taken it outside. strange -- but I think it heard the veiled threat of the scrap heap ["no disassemble!" -- if you know the reference] and has been perfect.

[shinyribs]

free2ride wrote

 but I think it heard the veiled threat of the scrap heap ["no disassemble!" -- if you know the reference] and has been perfect.