Old school rides: Let's see 'em! - Page 458

lrutt · 08-07-2012, 08:44 AM

that is a beaut for sure.

I can't help but think you take a bike like that, with a very low maintenance enclosed chain, utilize the hondamatic engines from the 400/450's. It would be scooter that is not a scooter. Look like a proper bike but with the convenience of a scooter.

Those are just such nice bikes. I just can't see how we've made any real 'progress' on bike design in some areas.

MO-Ridin' · 08-09-2012, 09:52 AM

Loved these back in the day so when I saw one on craigslist last summer with only 7K miles, I jumped on it.
V4, liquid cooled shaftie that runs like a scolded hound. The p.o. had painted it with a rattle can!

Before:

After:

I plan to do some light DS mod's for ADV Touring when I tear her down this winter.

Hen4cyl · 08-09-2012, 09:11 PM

Hog Rider · 08-10-2012, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Hen4cyl

That is beautiful

regal403 · 08-17-2012, 06:54 PM

I saw an Excelsior Henderson just the other day:

LWRider · 08-17-2012, 07:34 PM

I don't think I have posted these yet. One of these dapper fellows is my great uncle. The Excelsior is a 1914.

I am told these Eagles are super rare. (At least Matt Walksler has never seen one in person before!)

Cheers,

Mike

eyedragaknee · 08-19-2012, 06:54 PM

Just finished it.

lrutt · 08-20-2012, 05:34 AM

Beautiful. and I'll be it sounds friggin bitchin with those pipes.

That is always a tense time, Looks so good you hate to dirty it up then again you just can't wait to get it out on the road and enjoy it.

Never understood how someone could restore an old bike then just let it sit as decoration. That would drive me insane. Part of the joy is to validate your skills and expertise by firing it up and bringing the old gal back to life.

anonny · 08-21-2012, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by eyedragaknee

Just finished it.

Very impressive, well played my friend

Is there a build page?

kirk69er · 08-22-2012, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by syntec4

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i can dig it baby.. catalina grand prix 2ol2
kk#38k
vintage

Ham's Cycle · 08-22-2012, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by ooweel

From the pic it looks like you dont have down tubes? Hard to tell? If the motor is used as a stressed member? Only one guy I know built those and he is Helmut Busack aka "Ham". I have seen a few pic's of his bikes.

Hey This is Ham Busack. Any questions for me. this looks like one of my babies but can't tell.Any more pics?

kirk69er · 08-22-2012, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by crazydrummerdude

Man, those are some sweet machines! If my conversion ever sees the light of day again, I hope it's half as cool as those. If you had some detailed shots of the frame/engine support, I'd be interested to see as the way mine is bolted up isn't exactly confidence-inspiring.

Found sitting in a barn in Oklahoma for decades:

..just for you ham.. ~ nice bars too. ..curvy is all about the bars here of late..
kk#38

g®eg · 08-23-2012, 12:34 PM

my buddy's Duc w/ Alan Cathcart on board

and with him (the owner) on board

markcarolinemc · 08-27-2012, 06:31 PM

My ride ...

vernon dent · 08-30-2012, 07:04 PM

new find. 75 cb400f. one owner, 5000 miles. was a garage stash since 1988. spent a few hours cleaning it, dropped off in capable hands to get it back on the road.

08-07-2012, 08:44 AM	#6856
lrutt SILENCE.....i kill you Joined: Jul 2005 Oddometer: 796	that is a beaut for sure. I can't help but think you take a bike like that, with a very low maintenance enclosed chain, utilize the hondamatic engines from the 400/450's. It would be scooter that is not a scooter. Look like a proper bike but with the convenience of a scooter. Those are just such nice bikes. I just can't see how we've made any real 'progress' on bike design in some areas. __________________ 2004 Harley Sporster 1200C, 2001 Ducati M900, 2001 Honda XR650L, 1994 Harley Heritage, 1978 Honda CB750K with sidecar, 1977 Moto Guzzi 850 LeMans, 1976 Honda CB750K, 1965 Honda 305 Dream, 1973 Norton 850 Commando, 1971 Triumph Trophy 650, 1970 Honda Trail 90, 1970 Triumph Tiger 650, 1973 Honda Z50, 1984 Yamaha Virago 1000, 1981 Honda Passport 70, 1970 Suzuki T250, 1971 Yamaha RT1 360

08-09-2012, 09:52 AM	#6857
MO-Ridin' n00b Joined: Jul 2012 Location: KC MO Oddometer: 1	Honda Sabre VF700S Loved these back in the day so when I saw one on craigslist last summer with only 7K miles, I jumped on it. V4, liquid cooled shaftie that runs like a scolded hound. The p.o. had painted it with a rattle can! Before: After: I plan to do some light DS mod's for ADV Touring when I tear her down this winter. __________________ "Eagles don't flock"

08-09-2012, 09:11 PM	#6858
Hen4cyl Adventurer Joined: Jul 2012 Location: New England Oddometer: 16	My ride... __________________ "A wet bird never flies at night"

08-17-2012, 07:34 PM	#6861
LWRider Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2011 Location: Lake Wales, Central Florida Oddometer: 183	I don't think I have posted these yet. One of these dapper fellows is my great uncle. The Excelsior is a 1914. I am told these Eagles are super rare. (At least Matt Walksler has never seen one in person before!) Cheers, Mike __________________ ...success['s]...false resemblance to merit deceives men. --Victor Hugo 1968 Honda CB350 2011 Bonneville T100 My Blog: http://www.roaddogpub.com/node/3

08-19-2012, 06:54 PM	#6862
eyedragaknee McGuyver Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Triangle Oddometer: 2,259	1966 cl77 Just finished it. __________________ 2008 KTM250-XCFW 2011 Gas Gas TXT250 1966 Honda 305 Scrambler

08-17-2012, 06:54 PM	#6860
regal403 vanilla_g0rilla Joined: Apr 2008 Location: Lincoln, NE Oddometer: 485	I saw an Excelsior Henderson just the other day:

08-20-2012, 05:34 AM	#6863
lrutt SILENCE.....i kill you Joined: Jul 2005 Oddometer: 796	Beautiful. and I'll be it sounds friggin bitchin with those pipes. That is always a tense time, Looks so good you hate to dirty it up then again you just can't wait to get it out on the road and enjoy it. Never understood how someone could restore an old bike then just let it sit as decoration. That would drive me insane. Part of the joy is to validate your skills and expertise by firing it up and bringing the old gal back to life. __________________ 2004 Harley Sporster 1200C, 2001 Ducati M900, 2001 Honda XR650L, 1994 Harley Heritage, 1978 Honda CB750K with sidecar, 1977 Moto Guzzi 850 LeMans, 1976 Honda CB750K, 1965 Honda 305 Dream, 1973 Norton 850 Commando, 1971 Triumph Trophy 650, 1970 Honda Trail 90, 1970 Triumph Tiger 650, 1973 Honda Z50, 1984 Yamaha Virago 1000, 1981 Honda Passport 70, 1970 Suzuki T250, 1971 Yamaha RT1 360

08-23-2012, 12:34 PM	#6868
g®eg Canadian living in exile Joined: Jul 2004 Location: 41.655984,-71.302657 Oddometer: 4,952	my buddy's Duc w/ Alan Cathcart on board and with him (the owner) on board __________________ Greg Europe 2012 Europe 2011 England 2010 Gaspe PQ 2008 Nova Scotia 2007 *Try to see the world beyond your front door.*

08-27-2012, 06:31 PM	#6869
markcarolinemc Adventurer Joined: Dec 2006 Location: Solon, Ohio Oddometer: 20	'66 T100SC Jack Pine Enduro My ride ... __________________ __________ '09 XR1200, '05 CRF450X, '02 MH900e, '95 KLR650, '93 VFR750F, '93 R100GSPD, '76 DT400C, '66 T100SC

08-30-2012, 07:04 PM	#6870
vernon dent Studly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2010 Location: apparently halfway to motorcycle hell Oddometer: 559	new find. 75 cb400f. one owner, 5000 miles. was a garage stash since 1988. spent a few hours cleaning it, dropped off in capable hands to get it back on the road. __________________ I only ride 'em. I don't know what makes 'em work. Oddball

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