My bike, humble as it may be, is officially back in commission for the season. Just took it on its first test ride. I doubt anybody cares, but I had to announce it.

 

 

I demand pictures of said bike. congrats. maybe mine will be back in comission soon

 

what... no pictures?

 

Sorry, I've posted pics in other threads I just figured everyone had already seen it, haha... It's definitely nothing special, but it gets the job done for now. Got it on ebay for 500 bucks after it sat in some guy's garage for 6 years, 2 new plugs, fresh gas, fired right up. The crank case cover is off in the picture cuz I changed the clutch. Today I had to put in a new set of throttle cables cuz after I changed the clutch and tried to get 'er going, I figured out one of them had corroded and broke. Oh well, it's running now!!

 

Definately a keeper .
Do I smell a cafe racer project? Those are always soo awesome.

 

Nahh I don't have the skills, tools, or resources to do any major work or conversions, just basic maintenance... It's just a starter bike, get me through my first year of riding (which is almost over, I bought it last summer) and then I'll probly sell it and get a newer bike. I might put drag bars on it, but that's probly about it.

 

That IS a classic, but do what you need to. Good for you for learning Old School and being practical. If you do sell it for something else -- but don't unless you have to -- have fun with the change of pace. Congrats, man

 

Got a better picture of it today...