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    Suspension bits and Pistons for CB450

    So I've got my 73 CB450 down to the bare metal frame, painting tomorrow, and need to start planing out my suspension and motor build. I'm trying to find new shocks and forks that are decent and within my build budget, any suggestions of websites/brands? Also want to overbore the engine to 500cc...
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    Starter Help Needed, It spins, but engine doesn't turn with it!!!!

    So I finally started getting to brass tacks on my 1973 CB450. The wiring in my bike was worthless, so got the schematic and started putting it together. I got the starter switch wired in and tried turning the bike over. It sounded like it wanted to start, then I just heard the starter motor...
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    Cafe Racer Reliability?

    So as I'm pondering the extent of my project(1973 CB450), I started wondering about the reliability of a 30 some year old bike. I really want something I can just get on, and have fun, and maybe make a venture out yonder without having to worry about breaking down. So I'm wondering if I should...
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    Where can I get a new wire harness for a CB450 1973

    The bike I just got has some serious hack job wiring in it, instead of pulling it all apart I'd like to just find a new harness to end the headache. If anyone knows where I can get one that would be great!
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    Newbie from Ohio :)

    Hello all, I'm in the process of building my first cafe style bike, a 1973 CB450. I've been riding for several years (crotch rockets), and have fallen in love with cafe style bikes. The bike is pretty much someone elses nightmare right now, but plan to have it done before the summer is over. My...
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