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Drew's 83 750e project
- Thread starter jsandidge
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Good news. Congratulations!
Since I was able to sort out my oil pressure light, I went for a good ride this morning. This bike runs & rides great! It's not for me, though. I have bad knees as it is, the riding position is really rough on them. My 850L with the floorboards is much more comfortable, and the style suits me better.
I was tempted to keep this thing, but I'll be sticking to the original plan of flipping it. I'll start working on the cosmetics soon. I do enjoy working on these old machines, and I think I can even make a little money on this one.
I was tempted to keep this thing, but I'll be sticking to the original plan of flipping it. I'll start working on the cosmetics soon. I do enjoy working on these old machines, and I think I can even make a little money on this one.
Glad to hear it's going well. Those bikes have grown on me quite a lot over the last few years. It looks good as is before cosmetic work, so hopefully it will only get better. With your purchase price it definitely seems you can make a profit.
I went to tidy up some of the electricals today, since some of the wiring under the left side cover was a little sloppy. I did the charging quick tests, which indicated good charging, but possibly some dirty connections. I knew the bike had a non OEM r/r, but I wasn't sure what it was. After doing some research, I have identified it as one of the 6 wire Honda r/r's like the ones Duaneage used to sell. The sense wire is tied into the ignition wire just under the fusebox. The hot wire from the r/r was going straight to the battery +. I have changed that back to the original red harness wire. The ground wire from the r/r was also going straight to the battery -. I am making an SPG grounding point. If this bike was going to be a keeper, I would get an SH775. But since the bike is charging well, this is what will stay in it.
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If you are "knee challenged" these really aren't a good bike.The leg angle is the same as my SV650S. I'm fortunate it doesn't bother me much but will say mt 78 1000 is more comfortable.
New Paint!
New Paint!
Did so much riding on the 850 this past season that this old girl got no attention. At least that's a good reason to be slack.
Got some base coat down on all the parts today. I have a vinyl cutter at work, so I've made up all of my masking for the black and also the decals. That should happen by this weekend if the weather cooperates.
New Paint!
Did so much riding on the 850 this past season that this old girl got no attention. At least that's a good reason to be slack.
Got some base coat down on all the parts today. I have a vinyl cutter at work, so I've made up all of my masking for the black and also the decals. That should happen by this weekend if the weather cooperates.
You have the most legit reason for lack of progress.
Glad to see things moving forward.
Glad to see things moving forward.
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Sweet! Excited to see the finish job.
Re-assembly begins!
Re-assembly begins!
I've got the paintwork all sanded and buffed now. It still needs the final polish and later some wax. The color is a little different from the original. It has a metallic component that the original didn't have (from what I remember). But, I really like the color.
Just look at the reflection in the black!
There's the 850 in the background. The tail section and front cowl are done too. I'll probably re-assemble them next weekend.
I couldn't find a decal set anywhere, so I had to make these.
Re-assembly begins!
I've got the paintwork all sanded and buffed now. It still needs the final polish and later some wax. The color is a little different from the original. It has a metallic component that the original didn't have (from what I remember). But, I really like the color.
Just look at the reflection in the black!
There's the 850 in the background. The tail section and front cowl are done too. I'll probably re-assemble them next weekend.
I couldn't find a decal set anywhere, so I had to make these.
Nice.. great looking work.
Body work done!
Body work done!
I took advantage of a dreary day yesterday and finished re-assembling the body work. All I have left to do is to re-spray the motor and header pipes. Then, I'll re-install the carbs and exhaust, mount the new tires, and ride.
Body work done!
I took advantage of a dreary day yesterday and finished re-assembling the body work. All I have left to do is to re-spray the motor and header pipes. Then, I'll re-install the carbs and exhaust, mount the new tires, and ride.
