CB750K7 resto

[Honda enthusiast]

I'm relieved, there were unobtainable Laverda master cylinders in the box, I've learnt something - never strip down two motorcycles at once to save on a double trip to the powder coaters. In my case the return journey is two days driving but I'm only going to do one at a time for now on ...with the way costs have rocketed but not recoverable in the selling price , I'll not be doing any more after the Laverda and Kettle

[Johnny4428]

I have a big enough job with keeping track on parts from just one project at a time. I’ve got another 550 in the shed that requires building. I am going to attempt something different with it. Going out of my comfort zone to build a cafe type build. There is what roughly looks like a bike there at the moment, so looking forward to that. But can’t take on anything else, storage full!

[Honda enthusiast]

All done now, just a check over and tighten all the bolts along with replacing the cheap fuel tap...on start up the carbs flooded and removed some of the uncured vht paint from the crankcases so after it gets warmer, I'll mask off carefully and repaint/touch in the small areas. It's quiet and smooth, like it 😊
https://youtu.be/_ExIhjk1d2E?si=Ra7NPYvOtQRCZWfL

[McCabe-Thiele (Ted)]

Looks & sounds good in the video, you must be well pleased.👍👍

[Honda enthusiast]

Looks & sounds good in the video, you must be well pleased.👍👍

Thanks Ted, I am quite pleased yes, the only issue is the aftermarket seat foam is quite hard and doesn't give so it's a bit more of a reach to the floor, care needed when paddling it about

[McCabe-Thiele (Ted)]

I saw something like these a couple of days ago, other versions are available.
.https://www.amazon.co.uk/UPBIKERS-Increases-footwear-motorcycle-footwear/dp/B08HMXQKT1?th=1

[K2-K6]

Bike looks very nice, also sounds very good too.

The sound of these having very particular cadence/ nuance that's often commented on as a "fault" a happy one having distinct and polite rustle, mixed with smooth running and a touch of miscellaneous primary and gearbox oscillation derived characteristics.  This one sounds exactly in that character, indication of good mechanical and balanced setup.

They do stand quite separately in character, a fine example of which you've got there.

[Honda enthusiast]

Bike looks very nice, also sounds very good too.

The sound of these having very particular cadence/ nuance that's often commented on as a "fault" a happy one having distinct and polite rustle, mixed with smooth running and a touch of miscellaneous primary and gearbox oscillation derived characteristics.  This one sounds exactly in that character, indication of good mechanical and balanced setup.

They do stand quite separately in character, a fine example of which you've got there.

Thanks for the encouragement, I'm also confident now that it's sound, it's runs well smoothly without hunting , missing or lugging with clutch basket noise... personally I love that sohc 750/4 sound as you say it's a mix of rustling top end and chains harmonics , a 70's noise that appeals. I have a set of Wirth German progressive fork springs and with those fitted and the good yss shocks on it, there's a good chance of a rewarding satisfying ride.

Time to wait for better weather and unsalted roads and get some road miles in ..a good end to eighteen months , cheers to all of you with input and help😊👍👍

[royhall]

Lovely job, well done. Now get it in quick it's raining. You can't beat a 750 clutch rattle in a morning.

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[Orcade-Ian]

Another great job done Hubert!
A credit to you and a lovely addition to the collection.  The video never makes them sound as 'in the flesh' and I've never had a 750 but wasn't aware they did a diesel version (🤡, ok, I'll get me coat!)Joking aside, I can't wait to see it when we get the chance to meet up when the salt's all gone.
It may be a wee while yet for me though as I've just had a week in hospital and now have twin exhaust pipes (not even chromed!) from my kidneys, plus the inevitable catheter! (3 bags full sir!)

Ian

[taysidedragon]

Another great job done Hubert!
A credit to you and a lovely addition to the collection.  The video never makes them sound as 'in the flesh' and I've never had a 750 but wasn't aware they did a diesel version (🤡, ok, I'll get me coat!)Joking aside, I can't wait to see it when we get the chance to meet up when the salt's all gone.
It may be a wee while yet for me though as I've just had a week in hospital and now have twin exhaust pipes (not even chromed!) from my kidneys, plus the inevitable catheter! (3 bags full sir!)

Ian

Lovely bike Hubert. It's a credit to you.
Sorry to hear that you’ve been in hospital Ian. Hopefully it won't keep you off the bikes for too long. 👍

[Honda enthusiast]

Cheers Gareth and Ian, I'm chuffed with it , if it ain't rattling it's not running 😉😊....the snag though is that it's another addition to the group in the shed so place is getting limited...I hatch a cunning plan to sell one and when going in to give them a coat of looking at, i immediately decide I can't bring myself to 😁

Concerned to hear you've been unwell, Ian hope you are on the road to being well enough to go home 🏡...the main thing is to be a survivor, I've had my unwell spells and am still here ,  touch wood 👍 take care, home soon for you

[Johnny4428]

Another great job done Hubert!
A credit to you and a lovely addition to the collection.  The video never makes them sound as 'in the flesh' and I've never had a 750 but wasn't aware they did a diesel version (🤡, ok, I'll get me coat!)Joking aside, I can't wait to see it when we get the chance to meet up when the salt's all gone.
It may be a wee while yet for me though as I've just had a week in hospital and now have twin exhaust pipes (not even chromed!) from my kidneys, plus the inevitable catheter! (3 bags full sir!)

Ian

Glad to hear you’re home Ian. Said hello to your Cub yesterday at DR D’s, shame Doug’s is still there.
If I could offload a couple of 90’s I would consider it.🤔

[Orcade-Ian]

Hi Johnny,
Not wishing to hi-jack Hubert's thread, which has been a wonderful journey, you know Cubs inside out and that bike which Doug bought new just after me is about as good as they get and I'm sure Kathleen would be very pleased if it stayed 'in the family'.  The 125 is a great thing and very useable for distances - I'm sure a couple of your 90's would quickly find good local homes.

Kettle's on if you end up in the wild west - even got biscuits!

Ian

[Johnny4428]

Hi Johnny,
Not wishing to hi-jack Hubert's thread, which has been a wonderful journey, you know Cubs inside out and that bike which Doug bought new just after me is about as good as they get and I'm sure Kathleen would be very pleased if it stayed 'in the family'.  The 125 is a great thing and very useable for distances - I'm sure a couple of your 90's would quickly find good local homes.

Kettle's on if you end up in the wild west - even got biscuits!

Ian

Brilliant! Very kind of you, is it Yorkshire Tea? 😜