That is such a beautiful CB500f (k1, 1974). I have one myself but definitely not as nice and with a rough engine I cannot seem to improve. So I have enjoyed this ride hoping my bike will finally be as this one…
solve ALL the vacuum sync&leak issues, ensure properly clean fuel flow, from the tank-filter-lines-fuel T splitter-float height-jets, triple check the engine timing, ensure working battery and charging system, clean electrical contacts, start with fresh set of spark plugs if it absolutely cant start anymore. If it doesn't turn on right away its a sign of too many settings being too far away from factory values. When in doubt try to rely on factory settings and components. A series of issues can feel like its just one big problem, but its a LOT of smaller issues adding up. The first quarter/half throttle can feel horrendously messed up when all the possible issues are too stray from factory. Perhaps other less reliable models wouldn't even start. Please look up the honda manual and do the 6K mile tune up. Please start with new intake manifold gaskets and carb boot rubber to solve many vacuum leaks. Freshly charged battery, perhaps new regulator/rectifier, inspect the wiring around the coils specifically, check for loose stuff or signs of arcing. Engine wise, inspect the tappets and ensure they are not too tight and similarly too loose. The tightness per tappet being too far away from another can effect the way the engine feels and is easy to screw up the first time. The carbs being at least mostly tuned well and sync'd has a huge effect. If the engine is tired the compression will be about 100-115 psi roughly speaking, until its quite tired and below that, the engine will have a very hard time starting. The most common issue with the CB500/550s in my opinion is carbs being at the right settings, a charging system with too much loss, and an engine being too tired- Piston rings, valves, valve guides, valve seats, head gasket. Probably missed some stuff, please feel free to ask any questions. I have a 550 that runs okay, not perfect.
I'm considering buying one for 600 USD in America as a project bike. I found it in the desert and the guy who owns it is selling it for 600 and there's nothing missing on it. It's rusty and def needs work but it seems like a fun project and cheap too!
Ottima idea ; buona volontà e qualche soldo da spenderci che cmq sarai ricompensato alla conclusione del progetto con una moto esteticamente bellissima che ti darà grandi soddisfazioni e poi in ultima hai sempre un capitale . AH dimenticavo mi raccomando i 4 terminali a tromboncino .!!! Auguri.
Nice ride. My '72 is at my brothers shop (long story) and since I cannot ride it (but enjoy my VT1100C daily) I figured I'd see what videos were on here to watch with lunch. Those bar controls are stock? I thought they were aftermarket as on my bike they're brushed metal, must be a difference in gens. How do you find the clutch lever? Despite changing my cable due to breakage, I find the clutch to be incredibly stiff and it gave me what felt like carpel tunnel for a year but I couldn't stop riding that bike, despite waking up in the middle of the night on the regular with my arm aching and tingling. Hope to get it back soon haha. Keep the shiny side up eh, enjoy.
That is such a beautiful CB500f (k1, 1974). I have one myself but definitely not as nice and with a rough engine I cannot seem to improve. So I have enjoyed this ride hoping my bike will finally be as this one…
solve ALL the vacuum sync&leak issues, ensure properly clean fuel flow, from the tank-filter-lines-fuel T splitter-float height-jets, triple check the engine timing, ensure working battery and charging system, clean electrical contacts, start with fresh set of spark plugs if it absolutely cant start anymore. If it doesn't turn on right away its a sign of too many settings being too far away from factory values. When in doubt try to rely on factory settings and components.
A series of issues can feel like its just one big problem, but its a LOT of smaller issues adding up. The first quarter/half throttle can feel horrendously messed up when all the possible issues are too stray from factory. Perhaps other less reliable models wouldn't even start. Please look up the honda manual and do the 6K mile tune up. Please start with new intake manifold gaskets and carb boot rubber to solve many vacuum leaks.
Freshly charged battery, perhaps new regulator/rectifier, inspect the wiring around the coils specifically, check for loose stuff or signs of arcing. Engine wise, inspect the tappets and ensure they are not too tight and similarly too loose. The tightness per tappet being too far away from another can effect the way the engine feels and is easy to screw up the first time. The carbs being at least mostly tuned well and sync'd has a huge effect.
If the engine is tired the compression will be about 100-115 psi roughly speaking, until its quite tired and below that, the engine will have a very hard time starting. The most common issue with the CB500/550s in my opinion is carbs being at the right settings, a charging system with too much loss, and an engine being too tired- Piston rings, valves, valve guides, valve seats, head gasket.
Probably missed some stuff, please feel free to ask any questions. I have a 550 that runs okay, not perfect.
Motivates me to get myself a Honda CB500, just looks so old school, raw and fun!!!
I'm considering buying one for 600 USD in America as a project bike. I found it in the desert and the guy who owns it is selling it for 600 and there's nothing missing on it. It's rusty and def needs work but it seems like a fun project and cheap too!
Ottima idea ; buona volontà e qualche soldo da spenderci che cmq sarai ricompensato alla conclusione del progetto con una moto esteticamente bellissima che ti darà grandi soddisfazioni e poi in ultima hai sempre un capitale . AH dimenticavo mi raccomando i 4 terminali a tromboncino .!!! Auguri.
Great stuff. I miss my 1971 CB500 four. Should have kept it.
Same here with my 71 750 Four.
Que preciosidad de makina. Que sonido más 🤤.. enhorabuena y la disfrutes mucho mucho..🤙🏼
Moto mitica e intramontabile, attualissima ancora oggi!!
Avuta negli anni 70 bellissimi ricordi
The green dials are beautiful
Lovely bike. Can't be accused of speeding either. Like it.
Io a 12 la rubato a mio padre e ci giravo intorno caa. Un infanzia meravigliosa
Solo di conta giri ..fantastico.
My dream come true!
Mitiche strade del Varesotto .
6:32 fastest 0 Km/h I ever seen
last 25 years he has 0km/h and now he write only 8700km :D
Nice ride. My '72 is at my brothers shop (long story) and since I cannot ride it (but enjoy my VT1100C daily) I figured I'd see what videos were on here to watch with lunch. Those bar controls are stock? I thought they were aftermarket as on my bike they're brushed metal, must be a difference in gens. How do you find the clutch lever? Despite changing my cable due to breakage, I find the clutch to be incredibly stiff and it gave me what felt like carpel tunnel for a year but I couldn't stop riding that bike, despite waking up in the middle of the night on the regular with my arm aching and tingling. Hope to get it back soon haha. Keep the shiny side up eh, enjoy.
I bought it like this, but i'm pretty sure they are stock!
スピードメーターが壊れてますよ。😢
Where can i find a motorcycle like this . I live in Greece and am still searching
You will find many in Italy
Bella!
Preferisco la Benelli 500 quattro ma comunque davvero molto bella .
Lo so nessuno me lo ha chiesto 😅.
linda y bella igual que la mia, pero no la disfruto mucho, por el tipo de carretera que tenemos en Venezuela
Schöne Maschine 👌 was ist das für ein Tachometer 😎
Tachoanzeige ist leider defekt
Vorteil man ist nie zu schnell
I have a 74 550
where was that narrow mountain road?
It's around the city of Varese in Italy
What year is that 73?
It's a 1976 K2
Glad am not on the back. Not an enjoyable drive.