1973 Honda Cb350f 4 Cylinder 4 Stroke Single Overhead Cam! on 2040-motos
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Historical info: the Honda CB350F is not to be confused with the CB350. It is a four stroke, four cylinder, with a single overhead cam. The 350-Four was only manufactured from 1972-74, as Honda introduced a twin model that was widely preferred on looks alone, thus they created competition with themselves. It is known as the smallest capacity mulch-cylindar motorcycle to ever reach full-scale production, but don't imagine that this is a mini-bike. Though they are becoming increasingly more rare, they are a favorite of bobber enthusiasts and cafe racers (though I would hope this one goes to a nice home that doesn't want to sheer off any of its bits).
This bike: this 350-Four is almost completely original. The non-original parts are absolutely incidental (read on).
Color: The color is stock Flake Matador Red, which is one of two colors available that year.
Pipes: This is one of the few times I've seen original pipes on a 350-Four. You usually see straight two-into-one pipes on these for a reason. Though the original flared pipes as seen here are beautiful, they have a weakness at the bend that causes a hole to burn through. You can buy replicas of these very pipes, ride as is, or fix them yourself if you have the knowledge and the means. When I rode it, it made no difference whatsoever.
Tank: There is a little rust in the tank, which I attempted to remedy with Metal Rescue earlier this year. It is not so much rust that I foresee it causing problems or clogs, though someone who is a bit more meticulous might want to clean and re-line the tank.
Overall: The body and frame are in excellent condition. No noticeable dings, no dents in the gas tank, no busted light fixtures, or any of that. There is a bit of wear on the seat, which is to be expected after 40 years.
Title: original and clear with no liens.
Problems:
1. There seemed to be an electrical short soon into getting this bike, but I used a multimeter and pinpointed it... it was simply a faulty ignition switch. I replaced it and no more problem. So, the one non-original part I am aware of is the ignition switch.
2. When I got it, the previous owner had managed to snap the electrical start button off, so I had been kickstarting it. I got a wild hair to try and open up the electric switch box (left side) and had been working on getting a new button in there, but had an accident at work and broke one of my wrists... so I didn't get to finish that.
3. In my above attempt to work on the bike before I smashed my wrist, I was going to replace the air intake plenum filter box, but, again... two hands were necessary. I will include this filter box, though, and it's easy enough to install. Color me lazy :)
Feel: I admit I have not ridden this bike in months (not the grass lol), but it is a very smooth ride. A friend of mine who has a later model Honda said he
was jealous at how nice this bike feels and how easily it is driven. I have not started it up in about 8 months, but it was running just fine then, so I can't imagine things have changed much now.
Why am I selling: I am downsizing my property as I intend to leave the state in the next year and currently own this bike and a Goldwing. I use the Goldwing regularly, while this guy sits off to the side. I imagine I will sell the Goldwing once I am closer to the move, but since I a) don't have the spare time to maintain TWO motorcycles as well as I would like, b) do more long distance travel than not, and c) don't imagine moving with it, I might as well get it out before the weather turns too terrible for someone to enjoy this bike.
Transportation: You're kind of on your own on this one. I had all three of the motorcycles I've most recently own brought to me through U-Ship at fairly reasonable prices.
Extra details: Serious bidders from the contiguous United States only. The bike must be paid in full within 7 days of the auction end and off my property within 30 days. Failure to have this bike gone within 30 days will accrue storage fees of $30/day until it is gone. I'm not trying to turn a profit on this, I'm just trying not to accidentally become someone's storage lot. I hope you understand.
On Oct-10-13 at 15:37:21 PDT, seller added the following information:
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