So, there I was...

[Haystack_imp]

So, there I was last summer at the local Honda dealership parking lot loading up oil into the saddlebags of my CB1100 when I'm approached by a gentleman who comments on the bike. "That reminds me of my CB750 that I haven't ridden in over 30 years." "It's been in my shed since I last rode it...it's a low number too...seventy five sixty four...a 1970 model."

Would you be interested in selling it? Says I. "Heavens yes, I'll never do anything with it." We agreed on a price, sight unseen, but I was hoping that he'd forget about it since my garage is full-up up with projects.

Well, I saw him this week and he reminded me that I'd better pick up "my" bike because there were several people who were interested in buying it. But, since he'd promised it to me, he was holding on to it.

So, now I'm in possession of a 1970 CB750 that is a true "barn find". Yep, cows and all. NOT a sandcast model and it's been subject to the weather since it was positioned near an opening in the building.

The past few days I've been cleaning it, put a new rear tire on so it'll roll around the shop, and generally figuring out what to do with it next.

Funny how these things work out. BTW, I've also acquired several Yamaha SR500s by riding mine around and meeting people who wanted to sell theirs.

I'll post some pics once I figure out how to do it.

[F800GT_imp]

Sounds like you found a gem ... pics please ...

[LongRanger_imp]

Nice find! I owned the same bike (DOM 12/69). It, indeed, was a 1970 CB750K0, not a 1969 model.

[use2b_imp]

pictures or it didn't happen
what color is it ?
I have brought a few back from the dead.
Loctite Naval Jelly Rust Dissolver is great for removing rust
[ never use 0000 steel wool ] as some say. you may already know this stuff but i get excited hearing about a find and the CB750's are dear to my heart. Congrats on the Icon

[Haystack_imp]

Nice find! I owned the same bike (DOM 12/69). It, indeed, was a 1970 CB750K0, not a 1969 model.

Yes, you are correct...mine IS a 1970 model!

pictures or it didn't happen
what color is it ?
I have brought a few back from the dead.
Loctite Naval Jelly Rust Dissolver is great for removing rust
[ never use 0000 steel wool ] as some say. you may already know this stuff but i get excited hearing about a find and the CB750's are dear to my heart. Congrats on the Icon

It was originally red but the previous owner reported it stolen and the thief had painted it another color. He rattle-canned it back to red (?) after it was recovered some years later.

I believe the main ingredient in naval jelly is phosphoric acid. I have also used it in removing rust.

Sounds like you found a gem ... pics please ...

I'm not sure that it's really a "gem". Pretty rusty frame although the cylinders are clean with compressions. The contacts on the electricals are cleaning up nicely and the wheels are in very good shape. Instruments appear to be original and show 18,xxx miles. Cables are rusted stiff and switch gear won't budge. Slides are free on the carbs but I'm a little hesitant to dig into it further until I find out some more info on these bikes. I'm unsure about what direction to go until I learn more. Right now it looks like more money than the project's worth.

[glenncal1_imp]

Haystack if you haven't done so already join this forum:

http://forums.sohc4.net/

These guys know everything about the SOHC CB bikes and can help you with anything you need. Sounds like a fun project.

[LongRanger_imp]

The K0 had four throttle cables, one per carburetor (all four connected to the main throttle cable). Later models used a mechanical linkage instead of individual cables in an attempt to simplify synchronization. Keep it original and good luck!

[postoak_imp]

Yes, the SOHC forum for specific details and questions but be sure to watch Hackaweek's classic 40 part restoration. His came to him disassembled so figuring out what parts went where was quite a chore. Anyone who has an assembled one will have a much easier time.

[url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MkHJuU01-Wk&index=43&list=PL8SLiVEQM9KNBccNx4p2W9W5ggKPFy30w]Hackaweek's 73 Honda Restoration

Despite the title he didn't make it into a Cafe Racer, thank god!

[peterbaron]

HAYSTACK,

PICS PLEASE, ASAP