Not an RE, but British, None the Less

[Alan F.]

They're only original once.

I have a red 65 Honda CB160 project I'm just knocking the dirt and rust off of and replacing some consumables, no paint work and no engine work (fingers crossed). 24 years and 18,xxx miles from the original owner are all I want to see.

 

[2LZ]

They're only original once.

I have a red 65 Honda CB160 project I'm just knocking the dirt and rust off of and replacing some consumables, no paint work and no engine work (fingers crossed). 24 years and 18,xxx miles from the original owner are all I want to see.

I whole-heartedly agree. I have a 67 Suzuki B105P 120cc Bearcat next on the list to do. I took it all apart months ago and have been arguing with myself ever since about "Should I strip and paint and make it look new, or clean it up and put it back together with all the scars."
The little two strokes usually went through very abusive hands from teenagers. This one isn't too bad though.

 

[SPORTY9]

Took her out today for a half hour ride. Compared to the new bikes, it rides like a blender, but is super cool. As opposed to the other bikes in the stable, it needs a little Potty Training after the fact.

It's not leaking oil, it's oozing character

 

[SPORTY9]

I whole-heartedly agree. I have a 67 Suzuki B105P 120cc Bearcat next on the list to do. I took it all apart months ago and have been arguing with myself ever since about "Should I strip and paint and make it look new, or clean it up and put it back together with all the scars."
The little two strokes usually went through very abusive hands from teenagers. This one isn't too bad though.

I/m doing the same on a 71 CB350 project