Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... just picked up a 1972 cb500

RENO.HOOLIGAN

RENO.HOOLIGAN

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New to the Cafe scene, been into the import scene since high school. So not new to turning wrenches but never got into bikes just because of the winters in Reno.

I am looking at getting a bike either this month or the next I found a few and wanted to get some input, or if anyone can chime in on other bikes that they would recommend would also be greatly appreciated.


http://reno.craigslist.org/mcy/2902668522.html

http://reno.craigslist.org/mcy/2892038067.html

http://reno.craigslist.org/mcy/2871793800.html

Thanks in advanced!

EDIT

Found this in the Sacramento craigslist it was only about an hour and half a way so called the guy and decided to head out.

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After a 3 hour round trip I picked it up for $400 bucks, no title, no battery and it does fire up but it is missing a few things.

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Started tearing it apart.

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Can anyone shed some light on websites I can order carb kits and other parts as far as maintenance.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

Just got into cafe scene about a year ago. Had never worked on a bike before. Picked up a honda cb125 and a cb200. Great for learning to ride, easy to work on and a shitload of parts available. My 2 cents
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

I don't think the XT500 would make a good café bike (at least not without a lot of work) and the 360 is overpriced by about $1000. The XS looks like a decent bargain, prices for those have gone up quite a bit. Difficult to say if it's worth the price until you know what is wrong with it though. Also, it may be a bit of a big bike for a beginner.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

I agree that th cb360 is way overpriced, especially if it needs new tires.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

Thanks for the input guys, I just found a CB450 for only $650 in Auburn. I called about but nobody answered. I was leaning on the 360 but was only going to offer $1500 I found a ton of bikes in California for way better prices.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

The simple answer is the best, most complete and totally legal bike you can afford is the one to buy. Without a title or not running or someone else's unfinished dream are all nightmares and bottomless pits of time and cash.

Start with something not too large and have fun learning to ride. Buy decent gear - helmet, gloves and boots and get a decent jacket and maybe some kevlar jeans and enjoy the summer before it gets too hot.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

^ yea I feel ya, I found this as well. The one in auburn sold already so bummed out on that.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/mcy/2896784365.html
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

The right bike will turn up. There is one out there with your name on it, I'm sure
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

Hey, I'm in Reno too, been into bikes and VW's my whole life here. Let me know if you need a hand. I've got people all over this town that could set you up with a bike on the cheap too. Head to PJ's on Wednesday nights and you'll get well acquainted with the moto scene here.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

chipmcluk said:
Hey, I'm in Reno too, been into bikes and VW's my whole life here. Let me know if you need a hand. I've got people all over this town that could set you up with a bike on the cheap too. Head to PJ's on Wednesday nights and you'll get well acquainted with the moto scene here.
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Sweet man thanks, I'll PM you.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

teazer said:
The right bike will turn up. There is one out there with your name on it, I'm sure
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Yea thanks man, I'm not in a hurry to get one asap just looking for the right one.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

These two popped up locally, can anybody shed some light as to which would be a better choice?

http://reno.craigslist.org/mcy/2912010538.html

http://reno.craigslist.org/mcy/2905834489.html
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

the cb750 is a better all around bike, SOHC, etc.

The only negative, being a newbie to bikes, people will say that is is too heavy, etc. and the 400 would be a better choice.

My first bike was a 78 cb750f, and I felt comfortable on it.

You can make one hell of a cafe out of it!!!
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

vtwin650 said:
the cb750 is a better all around bike, SOHC, etc.

The only negative, being a newbie to bikes, people will say that is is too heavy, etc. and the 400 would be a better choice.

My first bike was a 78 cb750f, and I felt comfortable on it.

You can make one hell of a cafe out of it!!!
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I was leaning that way, I really am not worried about it being too heavy. I am 6' 220lbs.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

then it being too heavy is no worry. you can handle it man. go with the cb if you got the dough.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

Yea as soon as I get some time I'm going to give them a call so i can check it out.
 
Re: Cafe newbie.. From Reno, NV... Help me choose a begginers bike!

Von Kirk 75 dt250 said:
how did that go?
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I work 60 hours a week so I havent been able to go. I gave them a call but not answer yet. I just found this as well but I am skeptical about getting a replacement title.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/mcy/2914270472.html
 
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