Total newb.

[S.O.T.I.]

This is the CB750 I'm looking at. I thought it was a 79, but turns out it's an 80. Owner claims street legal, with clean/clear title, new lights and exhaust. I REALLY like it. A lot.

 

[Tune-A-Fish]

Nice lookin bike
Hows she run?

 

[S.O.T.I.]

Nice lookin bike
Hows she run?

My schedule has not allowed for me to go see it yet. It's not far away, but not next door either. The owner says it runs fine, but could use a carb adjustment. As soon as I can get a day off, I'm going to go check it out.

 

[2_DONE_THE_TON]

SOTI, i´m a random guy from austria (yes, europe).I started to be interested in old bikes 2 years ago and this forum made me from a total newb (which I still am) BOTM winner,watch, listen take one step at once and respect the others.
Criticism is worth more than compliments, this is not an easy hobby. ;D

enjoy!

 

[julian.allard66]

If the CB is hard to start when hot, it could be tight valve clearances, this is a common problem with twin cam CBs, they can also have cam chain problems, buy with caution, but also buy a bike you like.

And this is a vintage performance bike

 

[julian.allard66]

And this is what I use for day to day riding

It's standard, reliable and 10 years newer.

 

[S.O.T.I.]

SOTI, i´m a random guy from austria (yes, europe).I started to be interested in old bikes 2 years ago and this forum made me from a total newb (which I still am) BOTM winner,watch, listen take one step at once and respect the others.
Criticism is worth more than compliments, this is not an easy hobby. ;D

enjoy!

Hey there! I've traveled extensively in Asia and SE Asia, but never got to Europe (yet!). I do not mind criticism, but I believe there is nothing wrong with expecting a little tact. I'm not fishing for compliments. I just want to get my feet wet in the bike game, and make decent decisions.

 

[S.O.T.I.]

If the CB is hard to start when hot, it could be tight valve clearances, this is a common problem with twin cam CBs, they can also have cam chain problems, buy with caution, but also buy a bike you like.

And this is a vintage performance bike

Oh.
Oh my…
That's PURDY!

 

[S.O.T.I.]

And this is what I use for day to day riding

It's standard, reliable and 10 years newer.

Both are beautiful. And your advice is well received. I am limited in choice a bit, by finances and what's available, but I'm not going to just jump into something blind. I'm going to listen to all of you (even surffly), and try to make the best decision.

 

[datadavid]

CB's and GS's are great bikes to start on, there are tons of resources and parts are readily available. I'm sure the same goes for the XS as well but I'm not so familiar with Kawi's. It's a good idea to pick up a running bike that's all stock, ride the shit out of it. Upgrade the things that are known to go wrong (charging systems on the GS bikes, etc. etc.). An inline twin is gonna be much less of a headache than an inline 4, especially if you aren't quite comfortable with carbs yet. Keep us posted when you pick something up.

I think surf's post is pretty accurate, since there are so many people out there building unsafe bikes or chopping a perfectly good stocker and then listing a pile of parts on craigslist...

Xs is yamaha..

 

[datadavid]

I'll probably stick around, but dang, right out of the box with that kind of negativity? Anyways…
I do have a LIFETIME of experience tuning and building cars (mostly suspension) from all eras, from classic to modern import. So when I say newb, I literally mean ONLY to bikes. I'm sure I'll make a ton of mistakes, but that's the best way to learn. Really drives that lesson home!

As I stated above, I am looking at a nice 79' CB750 that runs and rides as-is, and just contacted a guy with a 79' GS1000 that turns over but won't start. Unfortunately, I am a little limited in funds and these are the types of bikes I have to consider if I'm ever going to get into anything.

Oh no no, that negativity comes from a few good years of practice i can assure you noone gets That good without a few practice hits..

 

[Tune-A-Fish]

Were all a bunch of good guys and Jenn... really we are :-[

 

[Kamn]

Everything he ^^^ says is VERY questionable

 

[Tune-A-Fish]

Everything he ^^^ says is VERY questionable

Agreed :-X

 

[haircuttergirl]

Were all a bunch of good guys and Jenn... really we are :-[

So now I'm not one of the guys? ;D ;D

 

[Tune-A-Fish]

So now I'm not one of the guys? ;D ;D

All inclusive, but never mistaken for a "guy"

 

[S.O.T.I.]

All inclusive, but never mistaken for a "guy"

Yeah, Jenn. You don't want to be a "guy" lol
OK, I am digging the vibe here a lot better than that horrible intro.

 

[Hurco550]

So now I'm not one of the guys? ;D ;D

isn't there something you should be doing in the kitchen Jenn?? ;p

 

[haircuttergirl]

isn't there something you should be doing in the kitchen Jenn?? ;p

You mean like making steaks the RIGHT way, not how you defile them? ;D

PS. I work magic in the kitchen. You should know this by now.

 

[Kamn]

Who was defiling steaks???? Son of a bitch let me at em!
Med rare is the only way and no steak sauce BS either......pinch of salt and pepper if needed

Yeah, Jenn. You don't want to be a "guy" lol
OK, I am digging the vibe here a lot better than that horrible intro.

The landing into this place can be a little bumpy for a newb but have no fear, its great bunch here