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DakotaJohnson
This Just In
Joined: Aug 14, 2023
Posts: 2
Location: Scranton, North Dakota
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Tue Aug 22, 2023 4:26 pm |
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Hello to all: I have recently joined after purchasing a 1983 CB1000C. I am currently working on it to make it extremely roadworthy and reliable. It was running when I bought it, but being it is 40 years old, it seemed like it could use some spa days. . I am in the process of of changing all fluids (engine oil and filter, two speed gearbox, final drive, brake fluid) and the suspension fluid is next. I have installed new tires (Dunlop) which were mounted and balanced by the local dealer. I have repaired a leak in the exhaust (top left muffler was rusted completely through and previous repair was a clamp and some muffler putty). I am in the process of of adjusting the valve clearance and rebuilding the carburetors. A good deal of time has been spent cleaning and polishing which shows a major improvement. Hopefully it will be back on the road in a couple of weeks. I had a 1982 CB900C in the middle 80s but was unfortunate to lose it in an accident. I have been riding for over 60 years starting on a Moped, then to a 1956 Harley Hummer and on to the first of many Hondas, a 1966 Honda Trail 90. A 1965 Honda 305 Super Hawk was next (which I also lost to an accident). After many years and motorcycles including dirt bikes (XR350R and XR600R), I returned to street riding on a 1999 BMW K1200LT and then returned to Honda on a 2008 Goldwing. After many improvements to the Goldwing, I sold it after retirement (it was just too big and heavy and just too expensive to sit the majority of the time) three years ago. But I needed a motorcycle in the garage that I can ride when I want and look at it when I am not riding. I really liked my 82 CB900C and just love the sound of the big DOHC 4-cylinder Honda motorcycles with the 4 into 4 exhausts, so I purchased the 83 CB1000C. Hopefully, the start of a beautiful love story.
I live in the southwest corner of North Dakota (where I grew up) after spending my working career in the Denver, CO area.
This site and the people on it are a wonderful resource and a veritable fount of information.
Thanks for sharing and allowing everyone to benefit from the collective wisdom and experience. |
_________________ Dakota Johnson 1983 CB1000C |
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Martlee
Running Strong
Joined: Jan 31, 2009
Posts: 289
Location: Englewood, CO
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Tue Aug 22, 2023 4:37 pm |
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Small world Dakota. I was born and raised in New England, North Dakota and have lived in the Denver area for the last 45 years. My last name is Koppinger and I bet you heard of some of us! Welcome here, hope you enjoy your bike.. Marty |
_________________ 1981 CB750 Custom. Marty
You never see a motorcycle parked in front of a psychiatrist office! Ride em don\'t hide em. |
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pd750
Moderator
Joined: Aug 01, 2007
Posts: 25092
Location: Waldron , Arkansas
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Wed Aug 23, 2023 6:54 am |
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Welcome to the site DakotaJohnson .
Posts some pics . Even if it's not ready for the pageant . |
_________________ Please put the year and model of your bike in the signature section on your profile / member account page and set \"Always attach signature \" to YES . Just below the Reply box , check the box in front of \"Attach signature (signatures can be changed in profile)\" .
1982 CB750C (Sold) Haven\'t found another , yet . |
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genesound
administrator
Joined: Jul 24, 2007
Posts: 44863
Location: Studio City, CA
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Wed Aug 23, 2023 1:56 pm |
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DakotaJohnson
This Just In
Joined: Aug 14, 2023
Posts: 2
Location: Scranton, North Dakota
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Thu Aug 24, 2023 2:32 pm |
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Thanks for the welcome to the site. I have heard of the Koppinger family but do not personally know anyone. I have attached a few pictures of the WIP (work in progress). I have more photos but my lack of technical knowledge seems to be limiting me to attaching 3. |
_________________ Dakota Johnson 1983 CB1000C |
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pd750
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Joined: Aug 01, 2007
Posts: 25092
Location: Waldron , Arkansas
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Thu Aug 24, 2023 2:55 pm |
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The 'bronze' color scheme is my favorite . |
_________________ Please put the year and model of your bike in the signature section on your profile / member account page and set \"Always attach signature \" to YES . Just below the Reply box , check the box in front of \"Attach signature (signatures can be changed in profile)\" .
1982 CB750C (Sold) Haven\'t found another , yet . |
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Gary_in_NJ
On a roll
Joined: Oct 04, 2021
Posts: 222
Location: NW NJ
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Fri Aug 25, 2023 7:36 am |
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Welcome to the site. |
_________________ 1981 CB900C
1976 CB550 Super Sport
1995 Suzuki 650 Cafe Racer
1998 Ducati ST2
2003 Suzuki DRZ-400 Street Tracker
2005 Yamaha FZ6 Naked |
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