06-15-2013, 11:47 PM
Hi Bill, I happen to own an unrestored original K4 and after riding it yesterday will keep it in the stable. The color is flake sunrise orange and it is not a repaint. Everytime I fire up the bike I marvel at the engineering and that enduring motor. The motor just wants to pull and cruise once I'm on the road and I set compliments wherever I ride from fellow bikers. I've checked out the cb1100 at my dealer and Honda has really captured the essence of the 750 with with current technology. However, having a running and complete K4 is really fun and puts the grin on my face because I'm riding something that is unique today. These K's are easy to work on and parts are plentiful using the internet. The sohc4forum is a wealth of information and people are really helpful.
So, really nice K bikes are out there, all you have to be is patient and keep looking and not buy the first one ou see. Good luck, Russ
Hi Bill:
I've pondered the same thing many times myself. I'm blessed with the good fortune of having six bikes now, and have been tempted to find a nice '76 like the one I used to own back in that time. I opted for the CB1100 instead, as I was always concerned that I would either end up having to pay a huge price for a really nice 1976 CB750, or would pay a lower price to get one and end up spending a fortune to bring it back up to "as-new" condition. Ultimately, I am a fan of the new machines, and hope the CB1100 will end up being the best of both worlds for me. That said, I still keep an eye open.....
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