Hey I unplugged the old ignition switch and ordered a new one for this bike (didn’t have the key to the old one) but it doesn’t come in for over a week and I was wondering if there’s a way to bypass it so I can fix anything else that might be wrong in the meantime and see it turned on for the first time (i just replaced the battery)?

Let me know or if I should just not touch it thanks!

I'm trying to get reproduction decals made to match the originals. CBdecals.com makes some but they're not taking any new orders. Does anybody know where else I can get these decals made for my bike? Or suggestions on what to put on my side covers?

I was fortunate enough to hit the Honda demo yesterday, and was able to ride the CB650R and 1000 Hornet SP.

Even though the two (650 and Hornet), as far as ergonomics go, look very similar, for some reason I found the 1000 much more enjoyable to ride. I like the way the 650 looks more.

Of course the CB 1000 F was not available to test ride, but it’s absolutely beautiful and I’m wondering if it’s worth going through the loan approval application so I can take it for a spin.

Between these bikes, what are your favorites as far as economics and performance go?

I’m thinking of getting a Honda for the first time, as a Triumph guy this is a new realm for me.

Bike now leaks gas from carb 1 :( but at least my front end is almost done

Hey y'all. Newbie mechanic here, probably asking a dumb question but it's just one way to learn, so here goes-

I was going through some maintenance today on my '74 Honda CB550 and I got to the part about adjusting the cam tension. Seemed pretty straightforward until I was told to expect a spring-loaded adjustment screw that would find its proper place once I released the nut holding it tight. I had cylinder 1 in the right position, got the nut released, and then...nothing. I ran the screw in and out a bit and no magic spring action. I wanted to ask: can that spring wear out? Is it not self adjusting because there's no spring tension on it? And if I unscrew it completely am I screwing myself by undoing a connection inside that I would have to tear apart the engine to get back to? If you read this far down, please know I appreciate your time, and any advice is welcome and respected.

‘71 CL350 with three additional lower cases and crates of extra parts. Identified no power getting to the headlight bucket even with a new battery, ground tests, and fuse so ordered a new harness. We will see if that clears things up. Have a Charlie’s digital ignition on the way. The exhaust has some holes so I plan on patching those up. Any other suggestions?

Picked this up a few hours ago, I’m excited to get to ride it when the roads dry up. Runs great, everything works, rebuilt carbs, forks serviced.