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  1. CB450_Lor

    Mystery gas overflow!

    I started my bike for the first time this summer a couple weeks ago, with no luck! as soon as i got it to start, gas started to gush out from this tube. Anyone know why?! Or how?! My bike was run'n perfectly before i put it away for the winter. i cleaned the carbs again today and tried starting...
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    First startup of the year FAIL!!

    My riding permit expired in May so i didn't think to start up my CB450 'til this past saturday. As for my first attempt to start it, i realized the battery had died so it recharged it with a battery maintainer. after 10 mins or so, i attempted to start it again. This time, i got it to start...so...
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    clip-on tank clearance issues!!

    Being the Noob that i am, in making my decision to install clip-ons, i've encountered the problem of tank clearance!! so here is where the customizing will come in to play, BUT after an 2 hrs online searching for remedies...i've come up with NOTHING but "clip-on tank...
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    clubman VS clip-ons

    So, i'd like some input from DTT members on this one. I JUST got my hands on a set of 35mm clip-ons for my cb450, BUT i've got VERY little knowledge of installation of these guys. i absolutely LOVE the look of clip-ons on a Cafe racer, BUT i've JUST bout a set of Clubman bars as well. the...
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    Noob clip-ons installation on 73 cb450

    So, besides rear-sets, what else do i need to purchase or adjust in order for me to install these clip-ons? i heard that the stock headlight mounts need to be replaced, is that true? And if so, does anyone have a recomendation on what kind of aftermarket mounts i should purchase? i would also...
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    69 Cb450 seat onto 73 cb450

    I found a stock seat online from a 69 cb450 for a decent price, but im not sure if it'll be a direct fit. Anyone know if i'll be able to do a straight installation onto my 73?
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    Wisconsin Cafe Ricer

    So, like many Newbies of DTT, i've bought myself a little something to work on. About a month ago, with all the money i saved up AFTER i got married...AND as part of my wife and my Anniversary gift, my wife FINALLY let me buy my very first motorcycle. A BRAND-SPANK'N-NEW-to-me-Used-1973 Honda...
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    Where can i get an anti-squeal washer for my brake pads?

    I just bought my bike not too long ago and noticed how loud the front brakes were squealing. While removing/cleaning/inspecting my brake pads, i noticed that there wasn't a nylon washer in between the pad and caliper. Where can i get a washer WITHOUT having to buy a new set of brake pads?! :(
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    WTB 73 cb450 seat pan

    Im look'n for a stock seat pan for a project JUST LIKE Cap'nChew there! hopefully someone out there's got a good deal for me?...PLEASE?
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    Low idle

    I've just recently purchased a '73 CB450; as well as being new to mechanics, i'm also a riding noobie. Ever since i bought this bike, i've been having trouble starting it!! (how can i learn how to ride it when i cant even start it to begin with?!) the electric start has only worked twice for me...
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