Recent content by dohcer

There is a popping sound coming from the engine, but this is most likely the exhaust. Could be the carbs too, running to rich, right? Since I have the tools and some time, I will be pulling the engine apart for inspection, cleaning and then painting. I've already ordered the O-rings for the carb...

Thanks for the replies. I will be doing the valve clearance check, compression check and cam chain tension adjustments in the next week or so. As far as pods go, is there a noticeable difference in performance when upgrading from the stock carbs? Are pods more of a aesthetic thing? From the...

I've attached a few pictures. As far as the airbox, I'm not entirely sure but I'd assume that it's stock. Hopefully the photographs will help. So for now I'll focus on: checking the compression checking valve clearances checking tension on cam chain Any recommendations on a compression...

Fairly recently I purchased a 1980 CB750 custom off of CL. Performance-wise, the bike seems to run OK. Cosmetically, it was dropped, but as far as I can tell, the only damage was a broken hand break lever, and a small dent on the tank. The previous owner had also cut the pipes off so it sounds...