Re: What's the risk factor in buying a restored cb750?

Posted by sirreal1 on Nov 17, 2010; 7:41pm
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I too have a great love of the Honda CB750 Four, having owned a new one back in 1970.  Now I have the bug again and cannot find any other bike that compares in style, comfort and performance. I am looking for one but have been told several times that a bike that old (30 years or so) will be nothing but ongoing trouble and parts and service will be hard to find.  A big concern is that some of those available have been sitting up in storage for 15-25 years and what all that time has done to the bike.  I been told that most if not all the rubber parts will be bad, that there could be electrolysis that has affected the engine as well as other parts.  I guess what I am asking the group is...what kind of problems have you all had in this regard?
Is it better to buy a bike with more miles that is ridden regularly or a bike with few miles that has maybe been in storage for 20 years?   Also,  what are the most common problems you've experienced and how has it been finding parts (like a front brake caliper) and getting service for jobs you cant do yourself.  I am quite handy so can do some work.  Ive called the dealers here and they wont service any bike over 10 years old.  What has been your experience and what would you advise?  Thanks for your replies.