My first bike was a 1971 CL 450 Scrambler with a 2.4 gallon tank and pipes up the side. Rode it 1200 miles to college and after graduation rode from SD to CA and back to SD through Texas. Young and dumb.
Aah my first bike was red CB 450 absolutely loved it. Had absolute ball on this machine . Front brake and one cyl didn't work in the rain. Chewed thru swinging arm bushes . Always fished broken bits of cam drive sprocket dampening rings out of centrifugal oil filter . But oh so many great times wish I had room in the garage for another one.
Love the videos, but I wish you had a mic attached to you so it could pick up your voice more consistently throughout the video. Other than that, love it.
Another example of a well made video: Good camera view Great explanations Tasteful music played when appropriate and not over top of the talking through what was important to know during the process Thanks, Taylor!
I had two of them (in succession) in my late teens. The were probably late 60s models - drum brakes and no chrome on the tanks. I loved the sound and excellent power for a 450. There were a few issues though :- I found to my surprise that if you maxed it out (indicated 115 mph) and then tried to stop in a hurry, the brakes would fade to nothing by the time you got down to 60. Que frantic down changes and the back wheel skipping around. Very exciting. It was also prone to getting a speed wobble when it was in the mood. Also the roller big end bearings were not durable - had to change cranks several times, but maybe because it spent most of its time at or sometimes over the red line. But I would still love to have one now.
Ever done a head reco on the 450 torsion bar system-have fun but ID "rocker parts" very carefully with locations, diags.wish I had the time to do this now days, I love teaching people what I've learned over the last 50+ years here in OZ. Thanks for the entertainment, when I should be working! (Paper work-ugg). Ken Colvin.
Man I had insomnia the last few nights I found your video last night, you are a wizard! I love that you bring back a better time. I lived thru this time it goes so fast. Back then everything was made to last. I guess the CEOS died off and the next generation was greedy. Nothing today is close to the quality of the things made then. Honda is a great example you do a wonderful job with the resurrection. I have subscribed thank you
Great video, I have a '75 CB500T engine inside a '72 CB450 frame. It was a basket case that I resurrected and I'm happy to say is back on the road. The timing chain was the hardest part to get sorted and aligned correctly. Keep up the great videos. Cheers
Those damn floats, I've gotten in the habit of a short kerosene soak before popping the bowls for that same frustrating reason! :) keep up the good vids
had that exact bike in college, loved a girl on the back cruising the campus. It matched my ford pinto, brown with gold stripe. - HEY, thats all I could afford at the time.
I had a 73 CB350 that I rode all around the Southeast USA. I rode it maybe 10K miles and then I blew the head gaskets. I replaced the head gaskets and never had another problems with it. As with most Honda products, it's bullet proof.
My first motorcycle was one of these. I was 18 when I got it. Sold that 2 years later and got a 1978 Suzuki GS1000. Also had a 1980 KZ1000, Yamaha FJ1200 and last was a ZRX1200. Most fun were the CB450 and the GS1000. Probably because I was so much younger then.
Honda built these with intentions of racing it against mid weight british bikes in road racing. That valve design allowed the engines to run higher revs than other bikes in the period.. I did a restomod on one of these. I found charging system and super stiff rear shocks were biggest issues that made these the underdogs. They race these a lot in Japan. -cagrisayin
And the CB92 "Benly" made how much "hp" from it's 125 cc engine back in the early 1960s Mr Jones care times that by 8 and see the result......you're welcome
One thing that did not really work on the CB450, was the electric starter. In front of the motor, with a chain connected to the crankshaft. I had several engine failures, caused by the pinion on the crankshaft. The screws on it came loose, and ruined the whole motor. You should either remove the chain, and the pinion attached to it, thats what i did, or use glue to fix that screws...
Nice. My first bike as well at 14. Remember those stupid Philips head screws on the engine covers. I used to rev the piss out of that bike. Had a kerker 2 into 1 header
Dude you are my go to TH-camr for classic bikes. I just got my father in laws old 1971 CL350 handed down to me. I know a little bit of things to fix on it but not enough apparently lol. I wish I was closer to you (I’m in Norman) just north of you. I would totally get ahold of you to help me out. Anyways bro take it easy and be good.
Great job. If you really want to challenge yourself. Do a restoration/custom on a Suzuki GS750 1078. Makes a cool scrambler/tracker style bike. See if you can find one in the States! Will be a cool build!
I still have my dads 1970 1/2. Im never getting rid of it. Original paint and I restored 95% of it. Still gonna complete it and buy 3 more in different colors.
Bravo Monsieur pour votre vidéo !! Vous avez un grand calme , qui donne ce moment d'écoute dans votre excellent tuto , sur cette merveilleuse moto .CB 450 HONDA .!! Merci Monsieur , Coucou de France Hubert
Accidentally disliked your video, then corrected to liked and subscribed! Hoarded myself a third bike 1979 Honda CM400T. Will be posting rejuvenation videos on my channel as well. Great work!!!
All the guys in my family were Honda guys ... back in the 70s My dad had a cb450 my older brother had a cl175 I had A cl 100 while my little brother was riding a Honda express moped in South Alabama..back roads...
Hi Taylor, another great video as usual!!! What is your source that you were referencing on your computer when you were looking at the clutch specs? Would like to know where I can access this resource. Thanks, keep up the great work. Chris
I had a 71 450 for 17 years, I would hate to think the mileage I did on it, I think around the clock four times at least. Got porosity in the castings unfortunately but I did so many miles on it, would love another one.
I meant to ask you do you sell any of the bikes you bring back? You are like Dr. Frankenstien you just need a lightning bolt to come down and hit the bike then you proclaim IT'S ALIVE! Seriously, I would feel good getting a bike from you.
Very interesting and well made video. It seems that also the timing would have been very interesting to see. Of course I understand that there´s not always enough time left for filming. But may be you can show that part on another bike in a future video.
Looks in very good condition. i would replace the pods with an original air cleaner. Smoke probably just a sticky ring or valve from sitting. A hot ride would fix that.
Yeah brother the cb450 was released in 1965 as the black bomber and ran up until I'm pretty sure it was 74, but nonetheless all of the CB models are pretty badass and reliable, the cb400 that you almost bought was it the F model with four Pistons?
I bought one from my elderly neighbor for $100. Yup $100 just gotta clean it up it’s was under a tarp since 82. Even have the original tiny square title for it. The damn thing won’t start not sure what’s wrong with it. I tried everything
Hi Taylor, your youtube videos are the best on the subject. Kudos. I am about to try and get a barn find CB360 running, I am interested to know what cheap oil you use to sacrifice for the first times getting your bikes started? Thank you, keep up the awesome work.
Hi Taylor Great video as usual and looking forward to the next. What size is your ultrasonic tank and which cleaning solution do you recommend? Got the answers from your previous posts. Berrymans Carb Cleaner and almost 3 Gallons to fill your tank so I guess your tank is around 15 litre volume.
What do you use in your ultrasonic cleaner? Looks like it did a great job, didn't hurt the plastic or rubber either. I haven't had any good luck with mine yet.
Are you not worried about damaging the clutch basket? I've only replaced two clutches, but the manual explicitly stated to alternate between bolts similar to a star pattern.
@@josephjakubec3171 Most of the stuff he gets is free or cheap enoungh that if he blows it , it doesn't really matter. He does try to do things in a way that pretty much anyone can do it. He has been doing the TH-cam thing for a really long time and has a good # of subscribers. Not everyone can afford a $60,000 trailer queen.
Love your content! Which ultrasonic cleaner do you have? Whats the minimum size you'd recommend if I plan to use it strictly for automotive use? Thanks.
Taylor, can you do that dual disc video you mentioned a while back? I've got a 76 cb750f and a parts bike. I want to see how you would do the brake lines.
Thanks for the video! I’d love to see how you replace the clutch cable once the new one arrives. I tried replacing mine on my 450 but have troubles with the little join clutch (the little part that’s on the cable and goes between crankcase cover and motor. ) can’t seem to get it off the old cable.
Hey Taylor are you going to be releasing another video anytime soon on that CB450? I think it's already been 11 days since your last video post, I hope everything is okay with you and the family
Hi taylor, I love your videos, is there any chnce you could show the re-wiring of a stock CB500 0r 550? My CB 500 has everything working besides the turn signals
My memory of the 450's was a poor charging system. If you didn't get out on the highway, the battery would eventually be totally discharged. I don't recall if there was ever a fix for it.
Yes they're absolutely is a fix for it now to keep your battery fully charged all the time, common motor works in Houston Texas has a regulator/rectifier combo that works very very well with the 450, once that's installed you should have no charging issues whatsoever
Can you explain why? The 12V power is only for the operation of the timing light (xenon tube) and do not affect the result even when the power source is an external power source.
@@GettingNervous It is not absolutely mandatory to use a separate power source but it is recommended as it is possible for AC pulses in the the bikes wiring to influence the timing light when powered by the machines battery. The separate battery is not affected by this. Many service manuals recommend this step.
I need help, i bought a 1982 honda cb150 the previous owner threw the wiring harness away, i looked around for a harness but no luck! What other models share the same harness?
Took a 1972 cb450 from California to Virginia Beach in1974....55 mph all the way, was a fun trip.
That's one hell of a drive brother! Must have been one hell of an adventure too!
I could get 175kph on mine in NZ.speed wobbles after that tho!
Same year I rode a 305 Honda Dream from Montpelier VT to Phoenix in 7 days. Interstate speeds northern route.
@@stevemiller5350 Fly like an Eagle
You’re living the dream brother.
Working on vintage motorcycles while hanging out with a beautiful 69 camaro
My first bike was a 1971 CL 450 Scrambler with a 2.4 gallon tank and pipes up the side. Rode it 1200 miles to college and after graduation rode from SD to CA and back to SD through Texas. Young and dumb.
Aah my first bike was red CB 450 absolutely loved it. Had absolute ball on this machine . Front brake and one cyl didn't work in the rain. Chewed thru swinging arm bushes . Always fished broken bits of cam drive sprocket dampening rings out of centrifugal oil filter . But oh so many great times wish I had room in the garage for another one.
Love the videos, but I wish you had a mic attached to you so it could pick up your voice more consistently throughout the video. Other than that, love it.
Another example of a well made video:
Good camera view
Great explanations
Tasteful music played when appropriate and not over top of the talking through what was important to know during the process
Thanks, Taylor!
Just bought a cb450 74
My first “car” buy . So excited to learn it inside out
Another classic octane video! What a dream! I’m settling in!
I had two of them (in succession) in my late teens. The were probably late 60s models - drum brakes and no chrome on the tanks.
I loved the sound and excellent power for a 450.
There were a few issues though :- I found to my surprise that if you maxed it out (indicated 115 mph) and then tried to stop in a hurry, the brakes would fade to nothing by the time you got down to 60. Que frantic down changes and the back wheel skipping around. Very exciting.
It was also prone to getting a speed wobble when it was in the mood.
Also the roller big end bearings were not durable - had to change cranks several times, but maybe because it spent most of its time at or sometimes over the red line.
But I would still love to have one now.
Ever done a head reco on the 450 torsion bar system-have fun but ID "rocker parts" very carefully with locations, diags.wish I had the time to do this now days, I love teaching people what I've learned over the last 50+ years here in OZ. Thanks for the entertainment, when I should be working! (Paper work-ugg). Ken Colvin.
Man I had insomnia the last few nights I found your video last night, you are a wizard! I love that you bring back a better time. I lived thru this time it goes so fast. Back then everything was made to last. I guess the CEOS died off and the next generation was greedy. Nothing today is close to the quality of the things made then. Honda is a great example you do a wonderful job with the resurrection. I have subscribed thank you
Great video, I have a '75 CB500T engine inside a '72 CB450 frame. It was a basket case that I resurrected and I'm happy to say is back on the road. The timing chain was the hardest part to get sorted and aligned correctly. Keep up the great videos. Cheers
Those damn floats, I've gotten in the habit of a short kerosene soak before popping the bowls for that same frustrating reason! :) keep up the good vids
had that exact bike in college, loved a girl on the back cruising the campus. It matched my ford pinto, brown with gold stripe. - HEY, thats all I could afford at the time.
It was half a Z1, what's not to like?
Love the sound of the 450. A friend of mine, had a cb 450 that another friend crashed. But what a lovely bike.
I had a 73 CB350 that I rode all around the Southeast USA. I rode it maybe 10K miles and then I blew the head gaskets. I replaced the head gaskets and never had another problems with it. As with most Honda products, it's bullet proof.
nice job! I was a machinist for 40 years. I chopped one years ago with a hardtail. Love to do it again...looking for a clean one
Amongst all channels, this is always the one I'm most excited about when I get a notification 😄
13:40, " let's go for a bowl first" don't mind if I do brother! Lol!
My first “real” bike was a CL 450. I rode it all over the country in my younger days, north to south, east to west. I loved that bike. Thanks
Had a cl 450 was called the scrambler. Had high pipes on one side ,good clearance off road. Great motor,unbreakable
My first motorcycle was one of these. I was 18 when I got it. Sold that 2 years later and got a 1978 Suzuki GS1000. Also had a 1980 KZ1000, Yamaha FJ1200 and last was a ZRX1200. Most fun were the CB450 and the GS1000. Probably because I was so much younger then.
Honda built these with intentions of racing it against mid weight british bikes in road racing. That valve design allowed the engines to run higher revs than other bikes in the period..
I did a restomod on one of these. I found charging system and super stiff rear shocks were biggest issues that made these the underdogs. They race these a lot in Japan.
-cagrisayin
68-74 cb/cl 450 was the first bike to achieve 100 hp/litre, my favourite Honda sir
What a "bomber"........
And the CB92 "Benly" made how much "hp" from it's 125 cc engine back in the early 1960s Mr Jones care times that by 8 and see the result......you're welcome
One thing that did not really work on the CB450, was the electric starter. In front of the motor, with a chain connected to the crankshaft.
I had several engine failures, caused by the pinion on the crankshaft. The screws on it came loose, and ruined the whole motor.
You should either remove the chain, and the pinion attached to it, thats what i did, or use glue to fix that screws...
Nice. My first bike as well at 14. Remember those stupid Philips head screws on the engine covers. I used to rev the piss out of that bike. Had a kerker 2 into 1 header
Avevo il modello precedente del 1968, con freno a tamburo, carburatori diversi dai tuoi. Bel lavoro, bella moto, bei ricordi
I had one of these in school, same color! I sure do miss it.
Mine too. A '74.
Dude you are my go to TH-camr for classic bikes. I just got my father in laws old 1971 CL350 handed down to me. I know a little bit of things to fix on it but not enough apparently lol. I wish I was closer to you (I’m in Norman) just north of you. I would totally get ahold of you to help me out. Anyways bro take it easy and be good.
Great job. If you really want to challenge yourself. Do a restoration/custom on a Suzuki GS750 1078. Makes a cool scrambler/tracker style bike. See if you can find one in the States! Will be a cool build!
I still have my dads 1970 1/2. Im never getting rid of it. Original paint and I restored 95% of it. Still gonna complete it and buy 3 more in different colors.
Great video, I wish I knew you when I had my bike.
Bravo Monsieur pour votre vidéo !!
Vous avez un grand calme , qui donne ce moment d'écoute dans votre excellent tuto , sur cette merveilleuse moto .CB 450 HONDA .!!
Merci Monsieur ,
Coucou de France
Hubert
This is epic! I have a Honda CM450c and CM200T that I'm about to work on. Getting better at different things, but have such a long way to go!
You make it all look so clean and easy!
I rode a CB 400'and loved it. That whole series of CB's were great bikes! But I like the 4 cyl versions better than the twins.
Accidentally disliked your video, then corrected to liked and subscribed! Hoarded myself a third bike 1979 Honda CM400T. Will be posting rejuvenation videos on my channel as well. Great work!!!
AMAZING AND NICE. I LIKE JAPANESE BIKES FROM 1969-1974
Nice ultrasonic cleaner. I'm gong to buy one this summer. I see so many super clean parts coming out of those, especially carb parts...
All the guys in my family were Honda guys ... back in the 70s
My dad had a cb450 my older brother had a cl175 I had A cl 100 while my little brother was riding a Honda express moped in South Alabama..back roads...
Big fan of your videos, keep it up sir! only thing i would say is the audio can be a bit off putting, maybe a cheap lav mic would help?
Your videos are like a Master Class. Thanks.
Been a minute since you posted. Hoping all is well with you down in Austin.
Appreciate the uploads! Hoping you’re grinding bikes while I am. Looking forward to more 🤙🏼
Wow what a nice old 450.
Great video sir great mechanic love HONDA MOTCYLE
Hi Taylor, another great video as usual!!! What is your source that you were referencing on your computer when you were looking at the clutch specs? Would like to know where I can access this resource. Thanks, keep up the great work. Chris
I had a 71 450 for 17 years, I would hate to think the mileage I did on it, I think around the clock four times at least. Got porosity in the castings unfortunately but I did so many miles on it, would love another one.
What brand and model ultrasonic cleaner? What solution are you using? Great videos. Enjoy watching them. Thanks for sharing.
Great info on the clutch specs.
like your dedication dude
I meant to ask you do you sell any of the bikes you bring back? You are like Dr. Frankenstien you just need a lightning bolt to come down and hit the bike then you proclaim IT'S ALIVE! Seriously, I would feel good getting a bike from you.
She's a beaut!
On my list of future bikes.
Very interesting and well made video. It seems that also the timing would have been very interesting to see. Of course I understand that there´s not always enough time left for filming. But may be you can show that part on another bike in a future video.
Nice work
Thanks, I really enjoyed this video.
Looks in very good condition. i would replace the pods with an original air cleaner. Smoke probably just a sticky ring or valve from sitting. A hot ride would fix that.
Great video. Can I ask where you got the hanging gas tool that lets you run the bike without the tank on?
Love that orange thing on 4 wheels 😎🇺🇸✌🏽
I didn't know there was a 450. About a month ago I almost caved in and bought a CB400 to tinker with.
Yeah brother the cb450 was released in 1965 as the black bomber and ran up until I'm pretty sure it was 74, but nonetheless all of the CB models are pretty badass and reliable, the cb400 that you almost bought was it the F model with four Pistons?
Lots of these with carb issues -- what do you recommend for storing or occasional riding?
I bought one from my elderly neighbor for $100. Yup $100 just gotta clean it up it’s was under a tarp since 82. Even have the original tiny square title for it. The damn thing won’t start not sure what’s wrong with it. I tried everything
Hi Taylor, your youtube videos are the best on the subject. Kudos.
I am about to try and get a barn find CB360 running, I am interested to know what cheap oil you use to sacrifice for the first times getting your bikes started?
Thank you, keep up the awesome work.
Taylor more videos on the cb450 please brother!
Hi Taylor
Great video as usual and looking forward to the next.
What size is your ultrasonic tank and which cleaning solution do you recommend?
Got the answers from your previous posts.
Berrymans Carb Cleaner and almost 3 Gallons to fill your tank so I guess your tank is around 15 litre volume.
What's a soft screwdriver? Where do I get one? How do I know it's a soft one?
What do you use in your ultrasonic cleaner? Looks like it did a great job, didn't hurt the plastic or rubber either. I haven't had any good luck with mine yet.
Are you not worried about damaging the clutch basket? I've only replaced two clutches, but the manual explicitly stated to alternate between bolts similar to a star pattern.
Very Mustie-esque. Good job.
Mustie? Maybe if it was a lawn mower. He's a butcher who half aSses whatever he worksmon
@@josephjakubec3171 Most of the stuff he gets is free or cheap enoungh that if he blows it , it doesn't really matter. He does try to do things in a way that pretty much anyone can do it. He has been doing the TH-cam thing for a really long time and has a good # of subscribers. Not everyone can afford a $60,000 trailer queen.
Good video! I'd like to find a CL450.
So what's a good way to store my bike for the winter ...
So it doesn't wind up like this ...???
Love your content! Which ultrasonic cleaner do you have? Whats the minimum size you'd recommend if I plan to use it strictly for automotive use? Thanks.
The CB 450 has issues. The top end was not ventilated properly. Gas fumes would build up washing oil from the cams causing premature failure.
I was hoping we are going to get into the valve springs "issue"
What solution did you have in the ultrasonic cleaner? Seemed to work much better than my experience
Can you do a review of the ultrasonic and where you bought it? If you were to purchase it again would you get the same one?
Taylor, can you do that dual disc video you mentioned a while back? I've got a 76 cb750f and a parts bike. I want to see how you would do the brake lines.
Of course it will RUN…! It’s a frickin’ Honda.
Thanks for the video! I’d love to see how you replace the clutch cable once the new one arrives. I tried replacing mine on my 450 but have troubles with the little join clutch (the little part that’s on the cable and goes between crankcase cover and motor. ) can’t seem to get it off the old cable.
Hey Taylor are you going to be releasing another video anytime soon on that CB450? I think it's already been 11 days since your last video post, I hope everything is okay with you and the family
Hi taylor, I love your videos, is there any chnce you could show the re-wiring of a stock CB500 0r 550? My CB 500 has everything working besides the turn signals
What are you dipping in after you pull out of the ultrasonic cleaner?
Apologies if you've put this elsewhere, but what model is the ultrasonic? Thanks
Enjoyed it...Thanks!
Always watchs your channel, i'm ok but dit you precautionary measures for your self?, as always thumps upp :-)
Isn’t there a specific idle speed you must hold while timing the engine?
My memory of the 450's was a poor charging system. If you didn't get out on the highway, the battery would eventually be totally discharged. I don't recall if there was ever a fix for it.
Yes they're absolutely is a fix for it now to keep your battery fully charged all the time, common motor works in Houston Texas has a regulator/rectifier combo that works very very well with the 450, once that's installed you should have no charging issues whatsoever
bridge rectifier on the alternator...... Honda used a selenium diode which goes bad.
An intermittent or bad rear brake lamp caused my battery to always discharge back in 1976. Newer or better lamp helped
That's a clean lookin' ride. Very nice!
Put a cover on the Camaro please... ;)
Best to run the timing light off it's own 12v source.
Can you explain why? The 12V power is only for the operation of the timing light (xenon tube) and do not affect the result even when the power source is an external power source.
@@GettingNervous It is not absolutely mandatory to use a separate power source but it is recommended as it is possible for AC pulses in the the bikes wiring to influence the timing light when powered by the machines battery. The separate battery is not affected by this. Many service manuals recommend this step.
@@tmackinator Thank you. For myself i am always using a separate power source because all of my old mopeds are running on 6V.
Pamco electronic ingnitions are junk! Swap it out for the Shockwave electronic ignition from the guys at Common Motors. It's sooooo much better!
@NorCal Rider the quality of the Shockwave is much better and it's A LOT easier to time!
I had one, it was pretty good, until I got cought in the rain 😒, wouldn't buy again
My first brand new bike I purchased was a 1972 CB450 K5 ! Those are not the original carbs they came with CV carbs
Buena tarde disculpe pregunto me podría ayudar tengo una cb500t modelo 1975 desconozco cómo va el tiempo para poder arrancarla
Love it!
of course it will run
What do you put in your Ultra sonic cleaner ?
I need help, i bought a 1982 honda cb150 the previous owner threw the wiring harness away, i looked around for a harness but no luck! What other models share the same harness?
Enjoyed the video but be sure to wear eye pro when spraying carb cleaner around. 😱😱😱
where do you get your honda parts?
Nice bike.
What size of cleaner do you have the 2L or 3L?