1972 Honda Cb500 Four K1 Low Miles Excellent Condition Rebuilt/restored on 2040-motos

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Up for sale is my 1972 Honda CB500 K1 Four motorcycle.  I believe it is in excellent condition, especially for a 1972. Only 10,754 original miles! I have owned it since 2008. This bike gets a lot of attention out on the road.  Cheap to insure, register and ride.  This bike will only gain value and collectiblity.  Also included are a set of crash bars or highway bars I bought but never installed (not pictured).

The paint is in great condition. Tires are in good shape, like new. Oil has been changed regularly. Garage kept only.  Battery tender is always attached.  It starts right away with the electric starter and even when cold.   Runs great through all of the gears.  No oil leaks.  Petcock, filters and fuel lines do not leak.  Accelerates smoothly.  All electronics work including starter, kickstarter, headlights, dash lights, brake lights and turn signals.  I wanted to include a picture of a cosmetic flaw....the last picture shows a small dent in the side engine cover.  These are available and I see 2 on ebay now from $20-$30 if you wanted to replace it.

Here is a 4 minute youtube video taken in the last week showing all around the bike, starting and revving. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IGhiSKT8F0&feature=share&list=UUoLvGNDhxtNaAN0F_LLF5Lw ;

Here is a list of all of the things that have been improved and restored (have receipts for everything):

Carburetor/Jets redone (2007-2008)
New Seat (2008)
New Ignition switch (2008)
New Regulator/Rectifier (included wiring diagnostics) (2008 $371 parts&labor)
Fuse updated to current fuse and holder type
New Clutch Plates/New Clutch Cable/Adjustment/Tightened Drive Chain (2008 $133)
************************Rebuilding Engine Top End*******************************
Remove tank, carbs, exhaust pipes, coils & HT leads = 1 hour
Remove camshaft cover, cam sprocket, carb intake manifold, camshaft guide & cylinder head = 2.5 to 3 hours
Remove pistons & cylinder barrel = 1.5 hours
Inspect, clean & measure cylinder barrel bores, valve springs, camshaft lobes, cylinder head valve seat surfaces, etc. = 2 hours
Cylinder head recondition: clean cylinder head & cut new valve seats = 2 hours
Cylinder bored to next oversize = [$150 for 4 cylinders]
Re-install/reassemble the items above, tune carbs, and test run bike = 8 hours
Labor Cost estimate: Approximately 18 hours Labor @ 70 per hour = $1,260

Parts Estimate:
Pistons = $65 x 4 = $260
Piston Rings = $35 x 4 = $140
Valve guides = 15 x 8 = $120
Valve springs = $15 each x 8 = $120
Exhaust valves = $60 x 4 = $240
Intake valves (if needed) = $40 x 4 = $160
Top end gasket kit = $50
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New Ignition Coils, Spark Plugs, Wires (2009 $200)
Stator Rewound (2011 $100+labor)
New Total Wiring Harness (2012 $111+labor)
New Gel Battery (2012 $50)
New Fuel Lines/Stainless Fuel Filter Golan Micro Mini (2012 $60)
Starter (2012 $40+labor)
New Kickstart/Clutch Rubber Pads
New Air Filter

The only thing this bike could use is a possible fuel tank seal, as that is what I would have looked into next before I decided to sell it.  The brakes are fine and work as they should but I have not had anything done to them.

Comes also with a battery tender, crash plates and a rear pouch. Original manual included.
I will also include a can of chain wax, filter lube, filter cleaner and various little extras.

THE FINE PRINT/PAYMENT
I expect a non-refundable paypal deposit of $300 within 24 hours of auction end.  This will be applied towards to total of the final price.  This remainder of the auction price is due in cash upon pick-up, which is to be no longer than 10 days after auction end unless prior arrangements are made. Clear title is ready to sign over.  If you have less than 10 feedbacks, do not bid without contacting me first.  Make sure you have your finances $$ in order BEFORE BIDDING.  This bike is 41 years old and is sold as is. No warranties or guaranties, sale is final.  Bike location is Mount Juliet, Tennessee.  Do not bid on this bike if you cannot come pick it up.   Bike will only be released after full payment is received.