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Started by MX503 at 03-09-2010 5:18 PM. Topic has 6 replies.
  
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 03-09-2010, 5:18 PM
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MX503
 
Joined on 12-30-2009
Kansas City, MO. area
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Update on my 79 with 3110 miles
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Ok so here's an update on the bike I bought this New Years. The bike had been setting since 1986. So with the help of Blue Fox and others, I have rebuilt the carbs, cleaned all of the controls and now have the bike cranking over. I have changed the oil and filter, order new Spitfires for the bike, and I will have it running tomorrow with a little luck. I still need to rebuild the front brake system and have the M/C ready and I am still working on the caliper. Speacking of which, what front caliper has two pistons that is a direct bolt on for this bike? I have what I thought were 82 CBR 900's but the caliper bracket is the wrong size. As soon as I get the bike rideable, I am going to flush the coolant and rear drive and change the oil again although most of what came out looked pretty clean. I have ordered new wheel bearings front and rear and tapered steering head bearings. I will replace these this week as well and change fork oil while I am at it. It should only need a good cleaning after that and it is filthy underneath the bodywork. I will give a shout out when she runs tomorrow. I have faith!
1979 CX500 Standard 3100 miles
"Life is short. Enjoy it here on earth keeping in mind the greater goal".
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03-09-2010, 5:41 PM
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Sams GL 650
Joined on 02-17-2010
Annville PA (USA)
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Re: Update on my 79 with 3110 miles
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Congrads MX503'-- you've put a lot of work into it. Don't forget an inexpensive in-line fuel filter to protect your carbs!
See this video for a good overview of placing those steering head bearings.
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=4197269208169026401&hl=en# sam
Bikes: 2002 Kawasaki Vulcan
1983 Honda GL 650
1 st Bike Honda CL 175 (1974)
Age 52
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03-09-2010, 6:13 PM
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MX503
Joined on 12-30-2009
Kansas City, MO. area
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Re: Update on my 79 with 3110 miles
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Awesome. You are right on with the filter. I am picking one up tomorrow.
1979 CX500 Standard 3100 miles
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03-09-2010, 6:21 PM
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Spacetiger
Joined on 05-16-2009
Chantilly, VA
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Re: Update on my 79 with 3110 miles
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MX503,
One ausome bike and I salute your commitment to keep her pristine.
My only suggestion, try to find a small shield to add to the top of your plastic nacelle. You will have to look overseas (Europe) for this, but I really think it would complete your bike. This little fairing mod was on a number of European CX500’s from that era. Well, that and dual caliper brakes (from the A model)…
Jerry
90 PC 800 (commuting steed)
82 GL500I (50+mpg, great bike)
66 BMW R 50/2 (No brakes/HP)
80 CX500C (Loved this bike)
74 CB360 (Fun; but too small)
79 CX500D (40,000+ mi in 3 years)
76 CB550 (step up from 200cc)
74 KZ200 (1st bike!)
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03-10-2010, 3:52 PM
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Shep
Joined on 01-30-2007
UK.2x1980CX500A
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Re: Update on my 79 with 3110 miles
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03-10-2010, 4:50 PM
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MX503
Joined on 12-30-2009
Kansas City, MO. area
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Re: Update on my 79 with 3110 miles
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Sounds like a trip to ebay!
1979 CX500 Standard 3100 miles
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