Those 350 Hondas were all over the place back in the early 1970s. One of their best sellers. I had a 1972 CL350. I got that bike up to 97mph according to it's speedometer.
Yes and yes, these old Honda twins 68-75 are perfect for the cafe customs. 125, 175, 250, 350 and even the 450. They are simple and can be incredible fun to ride. Perfect square sound because they fire every 360 degrees, parts are abundant and cheap. All you need is imagination. Before you start look at where you sit and build from there. This one has the seat to forward, I think the tank could have been slightly longer and play with the fork height to get your best position. Again this one a little low which puts you forward more - wrist fatigue. Go visit a post classic race at a racetrack and you will see a lot of these racing and will get some good tips there. Learn to do your own tuning it's all fun.
Very well thought out -- and very nicely executed! Many folks don't realize, about half the build is a matter of thinking it through. Love the old 350s! A stock '68 was my first bike. The simplicity made it reliable; good thing, too, since I didn't know jack about bikes, back then!
Outstanding build, Kott! Your workmanship is first rate. Still, having once owned a CL350 with CB downpipes, I question the claim that the bike is particularly fast. At the time I bought my 350 it was the largest bike I had owned to date. It just didn't feel fast. I used to joke that it didn't have a throttle; it had a volume control. The impression was reinforced when I rode a friends RD350 Yamaha. That was a fast bike. Still, a great job with the Honda.
out of all the CB350 videos on YT, this is the only one that features a bike that sounds like it runs as well as mine! Every other vid I wanna message the OP about tuning their bike!
hi,i had a cb 350 in the '70's thought i would do some mods,had a full fairing,clip ons.used the pasenenger foot mounts like you did for the rear sets,standard muflers though,had it tuned really well,got the tune down to an art,ended up very simple,had a windscreen on the fairing,covered in the hole with rubber sheet to stop light from the headlight blinding me,used to work in the sheep shearing sheds and did regular runs to and from melbourne to ballarat,comeing back one friday night,really cold and misty along a new section of freeway ,no one else on the road,i said lets do a speed run,tucked right down no wind on me ,just held it open,taco showed 10.000 plus,speedo was off the scale,they were optimistic in a big degree,i reckon i was doing about 100 mph dont know really,do you believe the taco or the speedo ,dont know,no photos as cameras were rare then cheers loved the video
Nice little bike, but I would like to see the clip ons extend past the grips and levers an inch or so. If ever you drop the bike, it is the steel of the bars that get gravel rash , not the twist grip, or the levers get broken. Just a tip from the 60's cafe racers.
A bit rad for my liking, and my old bones might have a problem draping themselves over a cafe so I look but do not participate. I also like big headlights and 'proper' clocks but yes, looks nice and simple.
Hi guys sick bike built !! I am doing a cb350 myself, and how dit you guys got the Honda logo off the gas tank? I want to get it of, and leave it off and paint the gas tank in a color without the logo on.
I just bought a 73' CB350G K5 super sport (it has a front disc brake instead of a drum) and it had several updates and modifications, but I have been encountering some issues. I am hoping that someone on here might know something that could help. It has been running, however a little rough, but yesterday it took me about 10min to start. I drove it about one block, tried to switch into 2nd and it died again, now it wont start. I bought it 2 weeks ago and have only driven it a handful of times, but about 80% of the time it struggles to start. When I bought it, it started up first try. It likes to die when switching gears sometimes and it doesn't seem to be getting full or the same compression in both pipes. I have also noticed a slight oil leak... any thoughts??
need help guys, i have a 1992 honda cb250 and i need to look for new pistons but there impossible to find in dominican republic. i have a friend that has cb350 pistons, would it fit the cylinderd or additional work have to be done? thanks
Dangerously fast.., Uhhh hmmm no officer I don't know how fast I was going I have no speedometer..., What's that you're giving me a ticket for improper equipment for no speedometer and speeding ticket for 63mph in a 35mph zone. LOL Just kidding but it could happen but still a nice build.
im building the same bike only mine is a 73. if you want one that is ride able off the bat you are looking 1500 to 2000 that's in safe riding condition. if you want to do the work yourself and you find a basket case, I picked mine up for 450 with a title. so far im almost 600 in parts, but I am upgrading some things so the cost could be lower or higher depending on the bike and what you want to do. just a rough estimate. if you were to buy or build one close to the bike in this video you might want to save up because that is a lot of fab time and special parts.
Seb D not really sure why you felt the need to go off on somebody telling them their OPINION is wrong. there is no right or wrong opinion. I do agree with him though the race hump is too small in proportion to the tank. besides, I don't see you building a bike so don't tell somebody else to "build your own damn bike" when you aren't.
Why all these guys parrot each other on 'custom' limp bikes I have no idea. Then they are all 'stealth' w/ their lights. Gotta get away quick - from the bicycles, I guess. Why do they all start with limp bikes too? Take a look at a cafe' version of a Yamaha Daytona Special for instance. www.google.com/search?q=1979+daytona+special+400+image. Also consider starting with a 550 Four. These bikes are not functionally safe or capable at highway speed. And start with chassis, suspension, and body position first. One that requires you are not pressing on the bars at the expense the entire of handling, agility, and the stability (counter-steer) of a motorcycle.
Those 350 Hondas were all over the place back in the early 1970s. One of their best sellers. I had a 1972 CL350. I got that bike up to 97mph according to it's speedometer.
I've always like his builds. They are awesome
Yes and yes, these old Honda twins 68-75 are perfect for the cafe customs. 125, 175, 250, 350 and even the 450. They are simple and can be incredible fun to ride. Perfect square sound because they fire every 360 degrees, parts are abundant and cheap. All you need is imagination. Before you start look at where you sit and build from there. This one has the seat to forward, I think the tank could have been slightly longer and play with the fork height to get your best position. Again this one a little low which puts you forward more - wrist fatigue. Go visit a post classic race at a racetrack and you will see a lot of these racing and will get some good tips there. Learn to do your own tuning it's all fun.
Very well thought out -- and very nicely executed! Many folks don't realize, about half the build is a matter of thinking it through. Love the old 350s! A stock '68 was my first bike. The simplicity made it reliable; good thing, too, since I didn't know jack about bikes, back then!
This guy is so passionate about his build its awesome!
Outstanding build, Kott! Your workmanship is first rate. Still, having once owned a CL350 with CB downpipes, I question the claim that the bike is particularly fast. At the time I bought my 350 it was the largest bike I had owned to date. It just didn't feel fast. I used to joke that it didn't have a throttle; it had a volume control. The impression was reinforced when I rode a friends RD350 Yamaha. That was a fast bike. Still, a great job with the Honda.
That’s a nice bike. You can tell lot of thought has gone into it
I had a 1972 CB 350 in Jacksonville, Florida. No problem keeping up with my buddies Bonneville 650 of 1969 Vintage.
Nice job. Very cool. Love to see these older bikes recreated in the cafe style.
out of all the CB350 videos on YT, this is the only one that features a bike that sounds like it runs as well as mine! Every other vid I wanna message the OP about tuning their bike!
Such an awesome bike. I have a 76 cb 550 cafed out. This channel is the best. All the videos should be twenty minutes long. Keep them coming!!!!
hi,i had a cb 350 in the '70's thought i would do some mods,had a full fairing,clip ons.used the pasenenger foot mounts like you did for the rear sets,standard muflers though,had it tuned really well,got the tune down to an art,ended up very simple,had a windscreen on the fairing,covered in the hole with rubber sheet to stop light from the headlight blinding me,used to work in the sheep shearing sheds and did regular runs to and from melbourne to ballarat,comeing back one friday night,really cold and misty along a new section of freeway ,no one else on the road,i said lets do a speed run,tucked right down no wind on me ,just held it open,taco showed 10.000 plus,speedo was off the scale,they were optimistic in a big degree,i reckon i was doing about 100 mph dont know really,do you believe the taco or the speedo ,dont know,no photos as cameras were rare then cheers loved the video
Nice little bike, but I would like to see the clip ons extend past the grips and levers an inch or so. If ever you drop the bike, it is the steel of the bars that get gravel rash , not the twist grip, or the levers get broken. Just a tip from the 60's cafe racers.
Great build. This guy gets it. I have 75 cb750 cafe
First bike I owned was a 1970 CB350.
Really cool style!
This is beautiful, I want it!
that's lovely.
Thus, you have to sit like a frog when you ride it.
Gorgeous.
A bit rad for my liking, and my old bones might have a problem draping themselves over a cafe so I look but do not participate. I also like big headlights and 'proper' clocks but yes, looks nice and simple.
Hi guys sick bike built !! I am doing a cb350 myself, and how dit you guys got the Honda logo off the gas tank? I want to get it of, and leave it off and paint the gas tank in a color without the logo on.
Does anyone have any idea if he re jetted his carbs? and if so you know what size he used?
Sick!!!!!!!!!
I just bought a 73' CB350G K5 super sport (it has a front disc brake instead of a drum) and it had several updates and modifications, but I have been encountering some issues. I am hoping that someone on here might know something that could help.
It has been running, however a little rough, but yesterday it took me about 10min to start. I drove it about one block, tried to switch into 2nd and it died again, now it wont start. I bought it 2 weeks ago and have only driven it a handful of times, but about 80% of the time it struggles to start. When I bought it, it started up first try. It likes to die when switching gears sometimes and it doesn't seem to be getting full or the same compression in both pipes. I have also noticed a slight oil leak... any thoughts??
i would love to know the rear tire size. i saw the front was a 100/90/18. also is this safe over factory size?
need help guys, i have a 1992 honda cb250 and i need to look for new pistons but there impossible to find in dominican republic. i have a friend that has cb350 pistons, would it fit the cylinderd or additional work have to be done? thanks
You better hope you never need to do an emergency braking on this bike...
it's a 350 from 69, not quite a crotch rocket..
Seb D crotch rocket, I like that expression
better hope your wearing a bit more than a shirt and jeans when you do
Why does your front tire look like it mounted on backwards looking at the tread
You want another set of stock carbs? I much prefer mikunis
how does he get the tires like that?
need no mirrors?
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Dangerously fast.., Uhhh hmmm no officer I don't know how fast I was going
I have no speedometer..., What's that you're giving me a ticket for improper equipment for no speedometer and speeding ticket for 63mph in a 35mph zone. LOL Just kidding but it could happen but still a nice build.
BillCompo it has a speedometer behind the light
what kind of front forks are those?
+Martin Caesar
Modified Stock.
If you really want raw simplicity eliminate the battery and starter.
Beautiful bike. Looks super uncomfortable though.
Ive been looking for a bike like this.. anyone know roughly what these go for?
im building the same bike only mine is a 73. if you want one that is ride able off the bat you are looking 1500 to 2000 that's in safe riding condition. if you want to do the work yourself and you find a basket case, I picked mine up for 450 with a title. so far im almost 600 in parts, but I am upgrading some things so the cost could be lower or higher depending on the bike and what you want to do. just a rough estimate. if you were to buy or build one close to the bike in this video you might want to save up because that is a lot of fab time and special parts.
Paul neubecker thanks for the info
The back end is too short for the body. It looks WAY out of proportion.
Seb D not really sure why you felt the need to go off on somebody telling them their OPINION is wrong. there is no right or wrong opinion. I do agree with him though the race hump is too small in proportion to the tank. besides, I don't see you building a bike so don't tell somebody else to "build your own damn bike" when you aren't.
love the cafe style but at 6.4 and a half i look awkward and like you said a circus clown on every one iv'e come across so far..
Pretty, but def. not ergonomical, lol.
Звук приятный
Bunch of $5 words.
Bike builders community....(?).. Bike "customizers" is the more correct term, as - Honda - actually built this motorbike
ME GSUTA.....MUXOOO
It seriously looks like a toy
Allways add lightness
very nice, I would get rid of that parallel twin I'm not a fan of
Why all these guys parrot each other on 'custom' limp bikes I have no idea. Then they are all 'stealth' w/ their lights. Gotta get away quick - from the bicycles, I guess. Why do they all start with limp bikes too? Take a look at a cafe' version of a Yamaha Daytona Special for instance. www.google.com/search?q=1979+daytona+special+400+image.
Also consider starting with a 550 Four. These bikes are not functionally safe or capable at highway speed. And start with chassis, suspension, and body position first. One that requires you are not pressing on the bars at the expense the entire of handling, agility, and the stability (counter-steer) of a motorcycle.
Appropriate, you keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means what you think it means.