My classic bike: 1979 Honda CBX1000
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ธ.ค. 2023
- Here's on of my classic bikes. A 1979 Honda CBX1000. Enjoy the ride
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More of these kind of reviews please because it makes me feel really quite glad that I have a 90's bikes with relatively few challenges, although admittedly not investment grade like this beast
My first bike was a brand new 1979 Yamaha XS650 Special which was a gift to myself for my 20th birthday. I kept it for two years and I had to sell it which was a heartbreak for me. I hadn’t ridden a bike in 44 years until last year when I purchased my Honda Rebel CMX1100 DCT, and I absolutely love it! Times have changed quite a bit, so I am gradually getting back into riding and learning as much as I can about safety, techniques and all of the new technology in motorcycles. There wasn’t any safety courses in America back then ,so I had to teach myself how to ride! Now I’m reading, practicing and taking motorcycle safety courses and I really enjoy it. Back in 1979 I also fell in love with the Honda CBX1000 but as a new rider I knew that it was too big and powerful. It’s wonderful to see you enjoying my dream bike and it looks amazing! 👏
"Corporate Allen Millyard." That one made me laugh!
The closest I ever got to owning one of these beauties is a poster on my bedroom wall. Absolutely love these bikes. Thanks for the review
Thanks for the upload Russ, always good to see your classic bike videos! My cousin's husband had one of these CBX1000s back in the late 80s, it was a beast!
Nice to see one being ridden. Such a smooth device, very Honda.
I've just started researching to purchase one of these....and then I find this video
I still stare at awe at these machines.a total work of art..being the same age I can relate to these classics.i also hit one of those tax discs for my rd250lc.nice bit of nostalgia.
I'm lucky enough to have had one. It too was a '79, but mine was silver with a big black stripe bordered by smaller red ones. Smoothest bike I've ever owned, but it scared me... not because of the power, but I couldn't help thinking about the cost of any repairs I might have had to do. It was an impressive ride though, and I remember it fondly.
I got stopped by a cop once, only for the reason he wanted to look at it and talk to me about it.
Yes, I have a pile of cash ready lol...
Love to see more of your collection Russ.
I used to have a beautiful 80s Mazda 626 coupe in gold and the paint faded on that especially around crease lines. It was a lovely effect, so think twice before an expensive repaint.
Beautiful, a proper bit of engineering
I’ve been out today on my 79 (T plate) CX500. If you squint a lot or have a white stick, they look similar!🤔lol. It’s red too.
It’s certainly an interesting experience.
Great stuff. I had a fireblade with the 16" front. It never felt right either. Replaced with an R1 that did. I can see why manufactures have all gone for the 17" front on the road based bikes.
Yes, I feel they finallgot it right. My 87 cbr600 had 17s which felt great.
Awesome video Russ! I have to admit, I have quite a lot of catching up to do when it comes to your channel. I think a Road Craft TH-cam binge is called for over the Xmas season!! 🙌🏍️
Welcome back and enjoy. 😊
@@RoadcraftNottingham thanks Russ, it’s great to be back with the Road Craft gang for sure! 🏁 Looking forward to this weekend’s planned channel binge! 😊
I remember when it came out the marshalls at the TT had them. Beautiful !!!
Very exciting, I've also got one in bits that I'm slowly rebuilding. It's already been modified a fair bit back in the 80s though with a monoshock conversion, so I'm fitting Suzuki SV1000 forks and GSXR wheels/brakes (because I had the parts in stock).
No such thing as a "CBX 1000" though in the UK, it's just a CBX, because it's over 1000cc so couldn't be sold as the CBX1000 like all other countries. :P
But my CB900 was 901 which put me into a higher insurance bracket, gutted. Lol. I used to think there was a 1000 and 1100 CBX when younger. Problem is, just saying "CBX" could mean 550, 750 or 1000. Not including imports like the 250. 😊
My dream bike, the bike I would love to own, a bucket list item for me. Jealous? You bloody bet! It’s the sound, oh my goodness 😬Enjoy 😊
It's as addictive to ride too....sorry. 😉 😜
I remember MCN doing a speed test against a Ferrari when the CBX was launched in the UK. Guess who won😀I also tried to keep up with one on my GS550 of the time, coudnt believe how quick the CBX was, it felt like I was standing still!!
its a beauty road craft. Enjoy every mile.
A legend of a bike....
The rattle at tick over, is more than likely clutch rattle. They tend to do that when the rubbers in the clutch basket get hard over time. Nothing to worry about, but more pronounced when the carbs need balancing.
Even as a huge classic 2 stroke fan, I can't help being impressed with the cbx, just the sheer sight of that engine is enough. Interesting about the high revving feeling, first time I rode a kawa z1 (in 70s), it felt just like that. Happy Days.
Great bike and good luck with it. As the saying goes, it's only original once. I personally would leave it as us and wouldn't repaint. Happy New year
Same era as you and they were and still are something to behold. Great you have one and are keeping it on the road. My dream bike still from that era was the 400/4.... had the 400T Dream and the 400N super Dream but never the 400/4....
I had a 250n, slow as hell but lovely to ride.
Thanks for your review of the Honda 1000 it sounds so amazing smooth for its age
Like you, for a man of a certain age, these are my dream bike. Great to see you out on one!
Thanks, I feel very fortunate.
Congrats mate, it’s beautiful.
Mate of mine just bought a GSX1400 from 99 I think and it’s mint condition black widow cans on and it feels like a punch in the chest when throttled 👍
Not enough 6 cylinder bikes in the world and sadly thanks to modern emission laws we probably won't see any new 6's being made. The CBX is well before my time but is still an iconic bike to me.
Awesome sound and as you say iconic in it's day. Super video and HNY. 🤓
Very very nice, love when you review your fantastic collection 😮
Thanks, just lost 12 subscribers because of this 😅 but that's my channel, not just lessons. 😊
@@RoadcraftNottingham 🙄 They probably weren't worth keeping
Wonderful bike! Lovely owner's review of it - and what to watch for! With you on the joy of being a bit older and able to afford a nice toy! Mine are an Africa Twin - and a microlight! Who'd ever have thought it!!
Yes, it's a good place to be after many years of hard work.
Nice to see the old Honda 6 being ridden out on the road. It looks wider than it actually is if it is only 2" wider than the 750! You have a fine collection of classic Japanese motorcycles there to enjoy. I had a couple of Honda 550 4's back in the day before I bought my BMW airhead new in 1980. I still have it 43 years on and go touring around Europe on it to this day. Much different to a modern motorcycle but enjoyable all the same. Thanks for posting this trip down memory lane.
Eeeee! One of the coolest bikes ever built, finally getting its due. I saw one of these years before I got into riding and I couldn't believe how big the engine was, it looked obscene.
Beautiful coincidence that you have one of these and the fortnine video. I love this bike, would love to try one one day
They say never meet your heroes...this is certainly an exception.
Lovely old bike. I remember them being around.
Just wow! The sound 👌
Addictive every time I accelerate.
I own in the States the last year manufactured 1983 honda Goldwing GL1100 standard, as you stated you have to adapt your riding style on these 40 year old classics, to allow for stopping distances etc Mine has the linked braking system & trac anti dive all new innovations by honda at the time, i'm 62 & just find it enjoyable cruising around at 60 mph @ 3250 rpm, as long as you respect the age of these classics they have proved they can stand the test of time.
I'm pretty sure I'll have a GL1100 before I stop riding. Are they as smooth as they look?
@@RoadcraftNottingham yes very, the 83 had revised gear ratios with 5th now being an overdrive.
A complete and utter legendary bike 🤤
Great video Russ🙌🙌
Great video always hoped to own one one day love riding my 400 four for same reasons I’m also 58 this year love the classic bikes have a good safe new year cheers Andy 👍
Good bike. Some great Honda Engerning. Oh and the little MB-5 ha. I had the MT-5. Good old days. 😊
Beautiful bike, my dad had one almost identical, I rode it when I was 17 😁
Awesome collection mate.
Thanks.
Great bike and a nice video. Happy New Year and hope to catch up again somewhere in the Peak District 😀
Cheers Andy.
I've owned a 1978 silver twin-shock for 35 years, so I know a thing or two about these bikes. Your alternator isn't charging properly. It should immediately jump to around 13 1/2 to 14 volts (even at idle). Two possible reasons for yours not charging: (i) Brushes are worn. The CBX chews through brushes at an alarmingly fast rate. The upside is they're very easy to replace! (ii) The alternator "clutch plates" are worn. The alternator is on a jack shaft, and the "clutch plates" allow the alternator to "slip" if you over rev the engine. These cast plates (A and B) are very thin on the ground. A useful "bodge" is to fit a thicker washer behind the spring
I was always told they don't produce charge at tickover and this, when revved does charge. I'm certainly prepared to fork out for the conversion and it isn't a big job to do,
Here's a quote from my research...
"Fortunately, the conversion works, and works well. But let's be clear, the advertised "charging at idle" is a fallacy. It does not. Not if your engine idle is a factory-correct 1000-1100 rpm. Fortunately, that's of little consequence, because as already pointed out, the stock system doesn't charge at idle either, nor does it need to. Educate yourself on this score.".
Thanks for your comment buddy.
@@RoadcraftNottingham Your reply inspired me to go out to the garage, start my CBX, record the instruments, and upload my very first video to TH-cam! th-cam.com/video/mJgQrA2NA3Q/w-d-xo.html
Have to say... your is one of the coolest motorcycle collection ever!
😊 thanks.
Always has a soft spot for the CBX. I very nearly purchased one back in the day, but for some strange reason I opted for Honda GL1100 Goldwing. To be honest it was the thought of the complexities of 6 cylinders and 24 valves that ultimately put me off. To be fair the GL1100 was a great bike, I particularly liked the low maintenance shaft drive and ease of servicing. I recently purchased a very low mileage (4,000) GL1100 finished in Wineberry. Lovely bike to cruise around the Derbyshire dales and visit Matlock Bath on a sunny summer Sunday.
I love the gl1100. My teacher used to have one. If yours is GNN887V I'm interested.
I've always had 4 and 2 cylinder cars. Apart from a V8 and a stright 6 (twice). Current V6 diesel sounds like it's revving a lot more than it is. The bikes (Airhead 860 and Vstar 1300 twin) never sound that way 😁
I bet they sound like they're stalling. 😆
Nice bike, even though times have changed.
But resto modifications are great with the older look.
Agreed, I'm personally not into hybridding bikes if you know what I mean? Smartening the original paint up, etc, is acceptable to me.
For some... brakes that actually stop the bike is a nice start.
@wobblysauce Deffo. My Zero rear brake was awful, but fitting SBS race pads transformed it. Modern pad tech helps.
Lovely looking and sounding classic Honda, did I see another classic Honda behind you at some points? 😅😅
No, don't know him, stalker! 😉 😆
jealous green moster here
Do a video with your 250lc next.
Great to see you out and about on the CBX. Can you still get suitable tyres for all your fleet?
Yes, tyres are still available.. Thanks for watching.
The Japanese made my life far easier & enjoyable. Same for loads of young people seeking an affordable means of transport back in the late 60’s, early 70’s & beyond.
Absolutely, the introduction of “auto lube” was a revelation, no more shaking to mix the two stroke oil in the tank. My bsa bantam was replaced by a Yamaha YL 100, almost half the capacity but twice the performance.
My 1st bike was a Bantam. Absolute load of prehistoric rubbish😄
@@mickcorbett6724 Yes, I agree with that, I was forever messing with the points to make it run properly and the kick start was so well used, the splines wore off the shaft. Swapped it for the Yamaha which started first kick every time. 58 years later, still riding. a Yamaha (not the same one).
Bet engine sound EVER! I'm actually having a "crisis" Right now....
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The inline 6:s are beautiful singers, their tune call one to rev high and steady so it is also a call for hooliganism... I better avoid them!😁
Love the CBX. Please tell me you didn't sell your MB5? Didn't see it in your photo montage.
The montage were the ones I still ride. You can add the MB5, RD50m and SS50.
That cb900f was kitted out! Was that fairing a package/trim from honda? Cause I looked online and cant find one as it looks really cool!
The actual model was standard Honda. CB900f2 1982 with flip screen and Krauser panniers.
@@RoadcraftNottingham oh cool! Thanks :)