So, I have a functional motorcycle.

"Pearson Hurst" (phurst) 07/24/2016 at 16:20 • Filed to: honda, honda cb, honda CB125s, two wheels bad, vintage motorcycle, motorcycle

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Last month I picked up a collection of parts that claimed to be a 1974 Honda CB125s. Torn apart, top end dissasembled, rotten tires, missing parts, faded paint, torn seat, but somehow an appealing and honest little machine.

Yes, it’s in my office at work. Shut up.

Yesterday, I took it for its first test ride, which was incidentally, my first time on a motorcycle.

It’s small, it’s light, it doesn’t have much power, and I adore it. Still need rear turn signals (and a motorcycle license), but once those things are addressed, and I have a little more practice under my belt, I’m going to be getting to work on this thing when the weather is agreeable.

I’ve already got the esentials with regards to safety gear, as well, so now it’s practice, practice, practice.

Urambo Tauro > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 16:31

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Wow, that looks kinda familiar! It’s similar to my father’s bike, which I’m sorry to say has been collecting dust for about 3 decades now. I should ask him about it...

Jake - Has Bad Luck So You Don't Have To > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 16:33

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Wow, that’s a nice looking bike. I dig it.

Monkey B > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 16:34

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nice! Do the MSF course if it’s available locally (my state DMV offers it and you get your endorsement upon completion) It’s well worth it.

Pearson Hurst > Urambo Tauro 07/24/2016 at 16:35

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Yes, you should. A great little toy. I don’t know if you currently ride or not, but if not, this thing is just rediculously easy to get on and go.

Pearson Hurst > Jake - Has Bad Luck So You Don't Have To 07/24/2016 at 16:36

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Thanks, I’m pleased with it. I really should have painted the frame as well while it was apart, but I wanted to make sure it was solid beforehand so maybe I’ll tackle that project over the winter.

Pearson Hurst > Monkey B 07/24/2016 at 16:38

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I’m planning on it. They have classes almost every weekend and it’s the same here in that you get your M endorsement at the end, assuming you pass.

Urambo Tauro > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 16:42

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I’ve never been a rider, but it saddens me to see it wasting away (at least it’s in a garage). I wonder what it would take to get it running again. Could be a fun project.

Pearson Hurst > Urambo Tauro 07/24/2016 at 16:44

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If it ran when it was put up, maybe just a carb cleaning and some fresh gas. I love bringing things back to life.

DipodomysDeserti > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 16:45

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Very nice! Check out Common Motor Collective I you need parts. I’ve purchased a few things from them for a ‘73 CL450 I got up and running. They send you cool beer coozies and stickers too!

Urambo Tauro > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 16:54

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I remember him saying that the tank was all rusted inside last time he looked at it. It would have to be replaced, or maybe there’s a way of cleaning it out. Aside from that, you’re probably right about the carb, and I’m sure the battery is junk, too.

Monkey B > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 16:57

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awesome. Welcome to motorcycling! Nice looking Honda, been thinking about something similar to putz around town and teach my wife on. I want her to have a basic understanding of how to operate one before taking the MSF course. I think she’ll learn more from the course if she’s not preoccupied learning that aspect of it...she doesn’t know much about manual shifting.

Some insurance companies offer a discount if you take the course, so yet another plus.

Pearson Hurst > Urambo Tauro 07/24/2016 at 17:06

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Just take the tank off, fill it up with white vinegar and let it sit overnight. Spray it out with a hose the next day and it’ll be clean as a whistle.

BJ > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 17:15

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You didn’t even get a divorce with it? Or she doesn’t know yet? Either way, I’m glad you’re having fun. Riding a motorbike is amazing.

Pearson Hurst > BJ 07/24/2016 at 17:26

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She has yet to notice it’s not a moped.

smobgirl > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 18:15

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I love it! Now I kind of want one.

shop-teacher > Pearson Hurst 07/24/2016 at 19:14

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Nice work! The bike looks great.