CB77

[JustPassinThru_imp]

Man, what a clean S 65. Should not have let that one go Ole.

ferret that S65 was 100% stock
even had the original tires
I did do "OK" when I sold it (&#36
but I want an Elvis bike
I may need my head examined but I will not give up

ferret that S65 was 100% stock
even had the original tires
I did do "OK" when I sold it (&#36
but I want an Elvis bike
I may need my head examined but I will not give up
Elvis bike?

No, the CB77 was famous for being Robert Pirsig's ride in what became the basis for Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance.

According to one source, he still owns it. He can barely get around; he missed an honorary degree ceremony seven years ago; but it's believed he still owns his.

 

[ClassicVW_imp]

Elvis did ride in real life and im told his bikes are on display across the street from Graceland. Maybe he kept this one? Maybe not since I think he liked big Harleys. Anybody been there?

 

[huxley2_imp]

I have been to the Elvis car museum across the street from Graceland. Don't think there was a SuperHawk there, but there are some Harley's.

As an aside, we decided to drive to Memphis a couple of years ago. Never been there, did the mega Graceland tour and all the other stuff, like the cars and both airplanes. All of it was 70s cool, so to speak. Overall, it was fun, including Beal Street. Then again, we like staying at nice hotels (like the remodeled Peabody Hotel there) and hotel sex. Better stop now.

 

[Ole]

HE*L HATH FROZEN OVER!

My buddy, whose dad owns the CB77, just called me. "Dad has changed his mind. You better git over here before he changes it again".

Oh boy I need to find an ATM and get my trailer hooked up.
I am like a Christmas Eve youngster

wish me luck!

 

[emptysea]

Good luck. I'll get in touch with my guy and cancel the "job".

 

[Elipten_imp]

Congrats but nervously waiting.


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[Ole]

It is mine. The son and the old guy's wife talked him into parting with it. It is not 100% or even close to museum worthy but that's OK with me. I plan on getting into it big time starting next February when I retire.
The title says it is a 1965. It even has a rack like the bike Elvis rode in the movie.

found the toolkit and two rotten air filters under the seat

I want to find some low handle bars, and original pipes but they are very pricey and perhaps a new seat cover

 

[emptysea]

She's a beaut! We're making another Independence Day weekend outing to Spring Green this year. If the timing is right, maybe I could meet you en route to see this gem in the flesh. Glad you didn't have to kill the old guy.

 

[Elipten_imp]

Well if it were 100% where would be fun and pride of accomplishment when the restoration by your hands is completed! What a great find and a worthy project.


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[redbirds_imp]

So glad things worked out and you were able to make the deal. She's a beaut.

 

[the Ferret]

Congrats! Now that will give you something to do with your retirement time...and money lol

 

[JustPassinThru_imp]

That's a gem - aside from all the pitted chrome. A shame it only got a couple thousand miles on it - and then was left to rot.

The chrome on the speedo and other trim, those will probably be the worst to deal with. Otherwise...what you have is a rideable classic there.

Give it a good life. It makes me think of a late-middle-aged spinster, who discovers so late the joys of making whoopie...

 

[flynrider]

Congrats, Ole! She's a real beauty.

 

[furious_blue_imp]

Wow ! The paper of the air filter is still one piece after all that time. What a beauty !

 

[Cormanus]

Great find, Ole!

MTC, hope backing out of the contract wasn't too expensive.

 

[Ole]

Wow ! The paper of the air filter is still one piece after all that time. What a beauty !

Those air filters look good until you touch them. Already ordered 2 new filters with new rubber boots from California. $100

researching carb kits on eBay they are not expensive at all

 

[Scoobynut_imp]

Ole, that is a really nice find. It will make a really nice rider once you go through the mechanicals and clean it up a bit. I've had perfectly restored classics before, but the 'rider' class machines are better to own if you plan on riding it. Worrying about every little imperfection on a perfect bike is kind of a fools errand if you ask me. Have fun with it!

 

[the Ferret]

Ole you might try Z1 Enterprises - Specializing in Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Parts, Including New Old Stock & Aftermarket Parts for carb kits

Cokertire.com for tires

Charlies-place.com

Randakks.com

All advertisers of Honda classic parts In Motorcycle Classics Magazine

 

[emptysea]

Great find, Ole!

MTC, hope backing out of the contract wasn't too expensive.

Oh shoot!! Totally forgot to call. Umm...well this could turn out awkwardly.


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[Ole]

Snowing like crazy here in Wisconsin today. I got bored and headed to the basement. The old girl looks a little different.

That rust pile came out of the mufflers

I need to get my Fluke out and check some continuity in some wires this looks like the only bad spot

Taking the gas tank to work to clean out some fine rust and a tiny amount of shellac. I will start with simple green then vinegar if that don't cut it some paint thinner will
all diluted with some hot water