CX500 owners? [Archive] - Kiwi Biker forums

Eurodave

10th April 2006, 21:12

Ive got one ,pulling a Sabiston Mk1 sidecar & Im proud to say so!!!:headbang: , the humble CX seems to be turning into a bit of a cult machine if some of the web pages are anything to go by
Im currently revamping/painting it & hope to have it finished in a couple of months time, IF I get a chance in between doing all the other figlassing jobs

Bonez

10th April 2006, 21:16

Eurodave

10th April 2006, 21:21

Sniper

10th April 2006, 21:36

Whatch Dangerous come on here and talk about the CX now. BTW, I believe he has a top fairing (couple of notches) and a camshaft lying around

Oakie

10th April 2006, 22:20

Had a CX400 as a loaner while my bike was in hospital last month. Bloody neat bike.

Bonez

10th April 2006, 23:06

Theyre a good solid reliable,bike Bud!, one of the few jappas that have, dare I say it, 'Character'
Those that deride the 'plastic maggot' [I never understood where that nickname came from???] have probably never had the pleasure of owning one!

Owned one for a year before I purchased Gerty. Stuck a fork brace on it, thicker fork oil and a thing handled rather well considering it's a so called overweight/underpowered beasty. Never had the torque reaction my BMW R65 had throwing it into corners. Just felt like a well adjusted chain driven bike. Traveled all around the South Island on the thing. Bloody comfortable seat and maintenace is a doodle.

Aways had a hankering to get another one.

FROSTY

11th April 2006, 08:21

Ya know one bike I'd love to have ion my gargre is a cx650 euro--not the turbo -the euro with heavier forks than the old 500 and coool styling.
Mind you keep in mind I have a soft spot for XJ900's too

pastybee

11th April 2006, 10:14

I got one...

Was running have just pulled all to bits for some fun..now to put it back together..mmmmmmmmmmm

Eddieb

11th April 2006, 11:26

Step Father has a cx400 custom in the garage in Hamilton.

Motu

11th April 2006, 12:19

Only good thing to come from the CX500 was this.....

nudemetalz

11th April 2006, 12:38

Damn, that's cool, Motu !!

nudemetalz

11th April 2006, 12:44

Here's a couple more pics...

The story goes that, they took the CX500 motor, turned it 90 degrees and made it into chain-drive. Then it was bored and stroked to 750. Wasn't too bad at the track and paved the way for the RS-750.

Big Dave

11th April 2006, 12:48

Now fess up. Who has one stuck in the back of their shed doing nought.

Back of the shed indeed - The ubiquitous 'motorcycle of last resort'.
Only when there was nothing else left to ride...
For their 'bulletproof' reputation there is phuck all of them on the road today?

Oh - I see - they are all in sheds waiting till there is nothing else to ride!!!!:devil2:

Motu

11th April 2006, 13:11

. Wasn't too bad at the track and paved the way for the RS-750.

Well it was good enough for one of the Honda riders (Spencer,Swartze?) to storm back to Honda and say ''If you want to win on the Mile you need one of these!'' Rumour has it an XR750 found it's way to the back room,and the RS750 was born....via the XLV750 as means of homogulation.

Eurodave

11th April 2006, 14:11

For their 'bulletproof' reputation there is phuck all of them on the road today

What the hell do you expect? They are almost 30 years old!! :moon: For all that I see about 3 or 4 regularly round CHCH:niceone:

Pixie

11th April 2006, 14:36

What the hell do you expect? They are almost 30 years old!! :moon: For all that I see about 3 or 4 regularly round CHCH:niceone:
There's lots of old bonnies in daily use
-New Tui billboard

Big Dave

11th April 2006, 14:52

What the hell do you expect? They are almost 30 years old!! :moon: For all that I see about 3 or 4 regularly round CHCH:niceone:

But how many were sold compared to Norton interstates - I reckon I see more of them and Bonnevilles than CX's.

(And shhhh - I was just winding Bonez up - I think they aren't a bad old truck actually) ugly as - but really were the 'changover' model for liquid cooling.

Big Dave

11th April 2006, 14:53

There's lots of old bonnies in daily use
-New Tui billboard

more than CXs.

imdying

11th April 2006, 15:04

I guess old Triumphs can't wear out if they're in the garage being fixed all the time...

Bonez

11th April 2006, 16:57

But how many were sold compared to Norton interstates - I reckon I see more of them and Bonnevilles than CX's.

(And shhhh - I was just winding Bonez up - I think they aren't a bad old truck actually) ugly as - but really were the 'changover' model for liquid cooling.Wind me up? Nevvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvver. They're fuckugly alright, but it's a done deal. I'm getting the 200,000ker. Get back to me when the Beulls done that milage :p.

Spot on Dave with your first comment.

Question - For how many years where Bonnivilles produced compared to the 4 odd years production run of the CX500s? Considering it wasn't a model that every man and his dog purchased you'd expect more old brit shitters (p/t) on the road , wouldn't you?

Bonez

11th April 2006, 17:03

There's lots of old bonnies in daily use
-New Tui billboardNot around our neck of the wood sunsine. Far more GBs :wari:

Qkchk

11th April 2006, 17:33

My dad had one and I had the matching CBX250 (oh my god.....) :whocares:

Motu

11th April 2006, 18:03

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Question - For how many years where Bonnivilles produced compared to the 4 odd years production run of the CX500s? Considering it wasn't a model that every man and his dog purchased you'd expect more old brit shitters (p/t) on the road , wouldn't you?

And how many were stolen by Highway 61??

ajturbo

11th April 2006, 18:28

i used to have one of the "euro " models back in the 80's... only sold it to buy the XJ900......

Bonez

11th April 2006, 18:29

And how many were stolen by Highway 61??I rest my case.

GSVR

11th April 2006, 18:32

I used to think those maggots werent to bad and looked kinda cool in a different sort of way.

http://www.elsham.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/cx500/

Bonez

11th April 2006, 18:53

I used to think those maggots werent to bad and looked kinda cool in a different sort of way.

http://www.elsham.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/cx500/You may get the pleasure of having a ride on one on our next toodle together Gary. Hope it doesn't piss down this time though ;).

Fired the thing up today in a workshop and was surprised how quiet the engine was considering the milage. Looks tatty but has been regulaly maintained. Has Koni shocks fitted, new fork seals, battery, oil and filters. No weaping at the back of the engine or apparent oil leaks anywhere. Comes with a few spares as well. It was bought as a spares bike but ended up being the current owners daily runner. Had a side car attached to it for sometime so am on the look out for a lh peg and centre stand for the beast.

Big Dave

11th April 2006, 19:15

My dad had one and I had the matching CBX250 (oh my god.....) :whocares:

I do - this explains a lot.
I saw the way you clenched your fist at the end of the drag strip girl.
It's your old mans fault!

GSVR

11th April 2006, 20:55

You may get the pleasure of having a ride on one on our next toodle together Gary. Hope it doesn't piss down this time though ;).

First I'll have to get a bike as the SY is not road legal anymore and wont be for the next six months. I have a ZZR 600 thats registered and warranted but have to fix the head and put it back together.

Qkchk

11th April 2006, 21:20

I do - this explains a lot.
I saw the way you clenched your fist at the end of the drag strip girl.
It's your old mans fault!
Hehehe twas the fact that I was draggin another 'Busa and I won! YEAH BABY! :2thumbsup I guess everyone had to start their hobby somewhere..... From one of the slowest to one of the fastest.........

Bonez

13th April 2006, 05:55

First I'll have to get a bike as the SY is not road legal anymore and wont be for the next six months.Geez what happed? It looked fine 2 weeks ago.

dangerous

13th April 2006, 06:36

Whatch Dangerous come on here and talk about the CX now. BTW, I believe he has a top fairing (couple of notches) and a camshaft lying around
shut up and sit down hump... the bike you meantion was the 500B worked and the fairing was a 1100efe with 3 xxx on it RIP XJ9, FZR6 & Z1R

Theyre a good solid reliable,bike Bud!, one of the few jappas that have, dare I say it, 'Character'
Those that deride the 'plastic maggot' [I never understood where that nickname came from???] have probably never had the pleasure of owning one!
Dont get that one either unless it refers to the TC.
I used to get shit back in the 80's 'rude X' & 'ugley duckling' but once I beat a mate over to Akaora him riding a GS1100g I gained a little respect... er and the name 'dangerous'

One could be finding it's way into Mr Bonez's play pen very shortly, only done 200,000 odd kms :whistle:
Year, modle, colour etc???

Ive got one ,pulling a Sabiston Mk1 sidecar & Im proud to say so!!!:headbang:
LOL.... I know the one, go on Dave post a pic up :spudbooge

Now fess up. Who has one stuck in the back of their shed doing nought.
No sadley I don't have one any more, but have had 4 of em in the past.

in order they were
1) 500A over 100,000k and still strong as an OX
2) 500E cam chain muncher
3&4) 500B re built from a wreck, engine/suspension mods hauled arse and sounded sweet
5&6) 500TC moded wast gate and cans rebuilt internally (straight through) fuking awesome bike

Bonez

13th April 2006, 15:41

Year, modle, colour etc???
Blue in colour. Same colour as the Aus Two Wheels '78 "bike of the year" shared with a dohc CB750K IIRC. Will confirm exact model once I have next week and get a chance to have a gander at the frame and engine numbers:

1978 CX500
- Frame: CX500-2000001
- Engine: CX500E-2000001
1979 CX500
- Frame: CX500-2100001
- Engine: CX500E-2100006
1979 CX500C
- Frame: PC01-2000017
- Engine: PC01E-2000017
1979 CX500D
- Frame: PC01-4000005
- Engine: PC01E-4000005
1980 CX500C
- Frame: PC01-2100018
- Engine: PC01E-2100019
1980 CX500D
- Frame: PC01-4100002
- Engine: PC01E-4100003
1981 CX500C
- Frame: JH2PC0103BM200006
- Engine: PC01E-2200006
1981 CX500D
- Frame: JH2PC0113BM200001
- Engine: PC01E-4200011
1982 CX500C
- Frame: JH2PC0109CM300001
- Engine: PC01E-2300001
1982 CX500TC
- Frame: JH2PC0307CM000017
- Engine: PC03E-2001091

It's registered as a 79, has original style comstars with plastic covers over the rivets. Has the '78 style radiator though- "Z" model I believe honey cone type instead of straight plastic grill, no alloy surround. Oh and a single front disk.

Already putty together a list of things I'm going to do to it ;) It'll never be the same again:devil2:

dangerous

13th April 2006, 18:09

While, we are on the subject... heres were the CX500 arived from.

pic1&2) A23 4 valve CX in a CB200 frame.
pic3) 1975 CX360 water cooled :banana:

Kickaha

13th April 2006, 18:42

shut up and sit down hump... the bike you meantion was the 500B worked and the fairing was a 1100efe with 3 xxx on it RIP XJ9, FZR6 & Z1R

Here we fucking go again, why don't you shut the fuck about that :finger:

I used to get shit back in the 80's 'rude X' & 'ugley duckling' but once I beat a mate over to Akaora him riding a GS1100g
He must have been a crap rider :shake:

I don't have one any more
You must have had a good taste moment

but have had 4 of em in the past.
To make up for all your bad taste in the past :bleh:

dangerous

13th April 2006, 21:01

Here we fucking go again, why don't you shut the fuck about that :finger:
you shouldn't have to ask that mate... you know why, cos it winds you up like a crank handle from a 1958 lowlight. :killingme

hey kick.... CXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCcxcxcxcxcxcxcxcxcx *takes deep breath* CXCXCXCXCX CXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCXCxcxcxcxcxcxcxcxcxcxcxcxcx...... .. ohhh screw this :msn-wink:

Bonez

14th April 2006, 00:01

shut up and sit down hump... the bike you meantion was the 500B worked and the fairing was a 1100efe with 3 xxx on it RIP XJ9, FZR6 & Z1RHmmm Now wouldn't a black gloss tank, gold pin stripping with little gold skull and cross bones representing "kills" be naff?

Interesting comment about the Euro re camchain. Do you think retrofitting the old style semi automatic tensioner would have been the way to go?

dangerous

14th April 2006, 08:46

Interesting comment about the Euro re camchain. Do you think retrofitting the old style semi automatic tensioner would have been the way to go?
Yip the auto tensioning system was shit and what gave Honda the bad rep.
The problem I found is the tensioner kept the chain too tight and more importantly it never used the full life of the chauin up, the tensioner wouldn't adjust all the way.

The earlier system was awesome the 1st CX I had ended up with over 100,000k on it and still had many k's left.

Having said that the Turbo never showed any signs of wearing out so perhaps the cam chain problem had been finally sorted, then again the TC was built bloody strong.

k14

14th April 2006, 11:37

He must have been a crap rider :shake:
Yeah well that and the fact he was riding a suzuki :rofl:

And oh yeah, ever find that cam shaft dangerous?

Bonez

14th April 2006, 21:28

Took the thing for a ride today. I'd forgotten how easy they rev and smooth they actually are to ride. Put lower/narrower bars on, as the current owner had higher/wider bars on it to heave the chair about. Gives me a much more comfortable riding stance. The two into one is loud enough, but not too loud that it would be intrusive on long rides. First thing on my list of things to do is put on a decent set of tires. After that who knows.... Got a gent interested in the GSX750EX, so it'll leave a space for the CX if she gets sold.

Dangerous what engine "work" did you have done on your "B"?

Now that I think about it I've got a couple of 1" long damper rod springs, found while hunting for a suitable foot peg, I'm going to put in the front forks to stiffen them up a bit.

moko

15th April 2006, 05:28

For their 'bulletproof' reputation there is phuck all of them on the road today?
When they first came out here(dont know if the Kiwi market avoided the early problem bikes)they were a disaster and it looked as if Honda had dropped a massive brick.Reports in the press of all kinds of major engine problems cropping up on nearly new bikes,this when they were still reeling from the various camchain problems on other models as well.To their credit Honda sorted out a pretty desperate situation and ironically something known as a mechanical time-bomb gained a reputation for longevity.A common joke at the time was "knock knock" "who`s there?" "CX500".
They sold thousands of the things here,I think it was BIKE who nicknamed them the Plastic Maggot,Flying Pig was another one.Where are they?Here they were the couriers bike of choice and that`s where most of them ended up,being thrashed to death by throttle happy nutters,even with this treatment they were known for going round the clock and 100,000 miles was the norm.VT500 was less popular as by then the general public were more into sportsbikes but another good machine and another courier favourite,likewise the 600 and 650 Reveres that continued the line,good machines all if you`re not bothered about image and just want dependable transport.

Bonez

15th April 2006, 06:45

Flying Pig was another one. That's what I'll name this ol gal. Thanks. Will dress her up in black, a few gold highlights here n' there and screw the bitch till she squeals ;).

Edit-"Ugly duckling" may be appropriate too.

dangerous

15th April 2006, 08:39

Dangerous what engine "work" did you have done on your "B"?
Shit now ya asking me to think back a long way.
Ok a mate owned the bike when I 1st meet him it had 6000k on it, now two weeks after he brought it he T boned a cage and the bike was writen off.
Some old bugger brought it from the ins Co and re built it, he only put 200k on it and then I brought it, but what had happened was the oil pump had een cracked in the acco.
This meant the oil light was on at idle and me being a youngen figgered well my triumph cars do that just like the ingnition lights do... so she'll be right.
2000k later and the noise was a bit much, a strip down reveled that it was well fucked inside.

So to answeer ya Q, bored out new ground cam etc bigger carbs and a home built pipe (turbo flow resionators) altho it did loose some top end wit these.
With the use of the heavest fork oil I could get and 3 10c pieces in each fork that bike hauled some decent arse for me for over 10yrs... and I still see it getting around, I sold it as original, hence why the EFE fairing still prosides in the garage :lol:

Kickaha

15th April 2006, 12:59

So to answeer ya Q, bored out new ground cam etc bigger carbs and a home built pipe (turbo flow resionators) altho it did loose some top end wit these.
With the use of the heavest fork oil I could get and 3 10c pieces in each fork that bike hauled some decent arse for me for over 10yrs

So what you're saying is that you had to modify it substantially to get it go any good and handle :tugger:

hence why the EFE fairing still prosides in the garage :lol:

Best fucking place for it, see that it stays there:shake:

imdying

15th April 2006, 13:18

What? 60 cents and some oil is 'substantial'??

T.W.R

15th April 2006, 13:23

See there's one or by now was one in the CHCH Press this morning, it was actually a CX400 Euro, the ad read OK they wanted $500 ono

would have been an alright hack/work bike

Kickaha

15th April 2006, 13:23

What? 60 cents and some oil is 'substantial'??

never let the facts get in the way of a good slagging off :lol:

You missed the night of horror we were subjected to with his drunken ramblings regarding the CX500, it has left a large portion of the Chch contingent psychollogically scarred for life:blink:

dangerous

15th April 2006, 17:30

So what you're saying is that you had to modify it substantially to get it go any good and handle :tugger:
Look here roger... I made it go better and handle even more beter'a than Mr Honda could.

You missed the night of horror we were subjected to with his drunken ramblings regarding the CX500, it has left a large portion of the Chch contingent psychollogically scarred for life:blink:
emmm, I musn't drink so much at our BBQ's aye.
BTW kick just for you, I don't believe you saw the frame, note the amp and oil pressure gauges also mount in centre for radar detector.... AWASOME SHIT :kick:

PS: check ya spelling -----> psychologically

Bonez

16th April 2006, 04:58

Look here roger... I made it go better and handle even more beter'a than Mr Honda could.

emmm, I musn't drink so much at our BBQ's aye.
BTW kick just for you, I don't believe you saw the frame, note the amp and oil pressure gauges also mount in centre for radar detector.... AWASOME SHIT :kick:

PS: check ya spelling -----> psychologicallyLol. hmmmm, I know a nice blue cx, well a rather delpidated looking blue thing, that frame and fairing would mount straight onto ;).

I can quite happily carry on the CXrider dribbly mess symdrome without much effort at all, if that helps :blip:

Bonez

18th April 2006, 20:50

Already started "tinkering".:doobey: It's deffinately a '78 model btw.

dangerous

19th April 2006, 06:00

Already started "tinkering".:doobey: It's deffinately a '78 model btw.
Yup 78 alright... and not looking too shabby considering its age :2thumbsup

Bonez

19th April 2006, 20:30

Well, well. Took the thing to work today, after waking the neighbors with the exhaust note and was promply asked if I wanted to sell it. Now this is the second bike I have that this has happened in the last 6 months. The first one was the GB400.

Must be doing something right ah?

Went for a night run this evening just to get an idea of what the headlamp was like. Fucken brilliant! Sorted out the back lights, just needed new bulbs. Super Cheap Autos to the rescue there. Got into a panic though. Moths must have taken the CX's keys while I was getting out the wallet. Panic stations for about 10 minutes looking for them. Will get a spare set cut and third party insurance on the morrow......

The sooner I toss the tires the better though. Both old and as hard as wood. Still got to the outer edge of the tread pattern on both though. Talk about ground clearence, almost as much as a chook chaser.:dodge:

Bonez

22nd April 2006, 05:10

Out pricing tyres yesterday arvo. Decided to get my old favorates ME33s and 55s. Will buy a set next week. Had an interesting chat to the nice parts salesman at Phil Turnbulls re tyres in general. They'll be getting in Lasertechs in once stocks of the 33/55s go. It'll be interesting to see how the new compound compares with the old one. Could have gotton a rear duel compound Bridgestone, but like the idea of groves down the centre of the tire.

On the way home down Vogel Str a gent on a prestine sprot bike dressed in matching leathers, as they do, hesitated a bit before finally acknowleging my wave. I'd just like to say WELL DONE :2thumbsup, whoever you were, for acknowlaging me on my struffy old shitter. It made my afternoon. Certainly a good end to a busy week at work.:yes: It's simple things like this that make me appreciate motorcycling.:rockon:

Bonez

25th April 2006, 06:16

An extra 5 psi in the rear tyre sorted the handling problem. Relocated the brake line and put new brake fluid in the it, as I'd noticed some black gung at the bottem of the resevour. Cleaned that out with an old cloth. Much better feel now. Steering head bearings will be next, and front spring tweeks.

Must'nt get too carried away on the thing though, as I need to wip the head off the cb550, slap a new head gasket on and give its carbs a recon. Things to do...............

Any chance of having this thread move to the touring tweaking section? I'll keep it updated there on things I do to the "Flying Pig"

Edit- Got a bit more history on it. Came from Auckland. Apperently it clicked over 100,000kms at Invercagil many moons ago. Owner previous to Rodger had it for 12 odd years and it's definately done 200,000kms plus. The dash was swapped in 2003 with 224,358kms up. Had a good look around the engine, just a slight weeping around the gearshift lever seal. The engines obvoiusly been out and worked on though. Rego is 1FOW, so if any of you up north know anything about it I'd be interested in hearing from you.

Another usefull tidbit-Engines numbers prior to 2034366 had the lefthand cam chain guide bolt problem.

phantom

25th April 2006, 15:48

Was looking for a CX500 if I couldn't fing a GB. Used to run with a guy in the marathon clinic, an ex motorcycle mechanic, who had several in his shed, said they were an underrated bike. I quite liked their "unusual" styling

Bonez

25th April 2006, 15:57

dangerous

26th April 2006, 18:39

Bonez

26th April 2006, 19:16

Looks like the old tart is shaping up for you Bonez.

Well I just missed out on a CX tonight... was hopefull but time ran out on the bidding, it said 14min left I refreshed and bingo... closed.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-54219303.htm

Now with only 3000k on it thats bloody awesome but the owner emailed me some close ups and I was disapointed so decided $6500-6800 was my limit. Would have gone over that if it was in the condition that my 500 Turb was in.

Yes you certainly have to set limits alright. There's two standard one's on Trademe at the mo. The red one in Wellywood looks interesting.

I've budgeted around $1500 to tidy up my one. In no hurry, hey and maybe someone will offer me a reasonable price for it in the meantime. Wont reveal my purchase price though :bleh: Who knows. I've certainly been lucky in my m/cs selection. Seem to get my pound of flesh out of bikes others consider highmillage and mundane ;).

dangerous

26th April 2006, 19:22

Brought my 500 Turb for $5k sold it for $6.5k to a guy that never even saw it from Auckland.
Had 6800k on it when I brought it and put 30,000k on it, awesome riding.
Didnt plan on selling thats why I put a high price on it, but there ya go couldn't say no... so I brought my next dream bike the 1100i Guz :laugh:

gav

26th April 2006, 21:35

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-54826222.htm

about on par to this actually.... http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Scooters/auction-54738421.htm

:nya:

marty

27th April 2006, 08:53

i had a '78 that went knock knock coming down the kaimais at 0300am one morning. sold it for $500 aiwi. other than that it was a great bike.

i've still got a brand new oil filter for one lying around somewhere.

Bonez

30th April 2006, 20:08

More tootooing. Made a couple 1 inch spacer out of a 2 inch tube from the cb250t motor I stripped a while back and fitted them to the front forks. Placed them between the two springs in place of the washer. Stiffened the front no end with still plenty of up and downwards movement. Doesn't bottem out now as easily as it did.

Went for a longer night run to test it out. Indicators decided to play up. Some funny things happening like both front indicators flashing at the same time lol. 28 years of gung in the lh switchblock was the cause. Sorted with a generous application of WD40. Each side working in pairs as they should now.

Got 257kms on a tank of 91 before switching to reserve, so seems be no more thirstier than my old one with a quarter of the kms IIRC. Certainly better than my '76 550/4 even though it is heavier.

anoeldcx

3rd May 2006, 01:23

My old bus was donated to me by a guy who wanted the space behind his shed. Had been down the road both sides, had been scavenged, was siezed and been sitting outdoors for who knows how long! Anyway it cost nothing, but could have had myself a road legal runner for same amount that I have spent so far. Couldn't afford to go out and just buy a bike though.
Discovered engine had seized due to small amount of water in one pot due to water pump impeller coming off and blowing a head gasket. Got her spinning again without too much difficulty, fitted another impeller and fired her up last weekend (project time 5 months so far). Initial signs of life were great - no smoke and no noise... for about 5 seconds. Then a hell of a 'clank' on one side started up which I reckon is the small end - s..t! (Yep, cranked her over for a while to circulate oil prior to firing)
I have completely stripped this bike down to the bare frame and built back up with heaps of good gear including Custom/Deluxe gauges, headlight & indicators(had to get rid of that disgusting bikini fairing setup), alloy finish radiator fairing, Deluxe seat and replaced scavenged parts with good used parts. Also replaced obvious leaking seals in rear case and forks.
Am busting to ride this fatty, so does anyone know of a running engine that is available?
Sorry for the short story, but hope it generates some feedback.

anoeldcx

3rd May 2006, 02:36

If anyone recognizes this machine could you give me any known history.

Frame no. CX500-2211225
Engine no. CX500E-2211243

Cheers.

Bonez

3rd May 2006, 04:56

Am busting to ride this fatty, so does anyone know of a running engine that is available?
Sorry for the short story, but hope it generates some feedback.Sounds like you are having fun. Be nice to see another on the road. There's a bloke over Wanganui way who has a few 500 bits and bobs I beleive, but I've not been able to get hold of him YET.

I intend to use Custom/Deluxe gauges and replace to radiator surround for a later type eventually. No hurry though.

This link is handy if you are after part numbers- http://www.mrcycles.com/fiche_section_detail.asp

Wecome to KB.

dangerous

3rd May 2006, 06:24

Itchin' to get back on the road!
gee, you do like old shitters... I see the mk4 Z car in the shed :blip:
Welcome to KB, what a bloody wreck you started with, looks like its shaping up good tho. 1980 (pre shadow) top effort keep us up to date :first:

Eurodave

3rd May 2006, 11:01

but hope it generates some feedback.

Ive got some CX spares,feel free to PM me, but no spare engine though

anoeldcx

3rd May 2006, 23:36

Sounds like you are having fun. Be nice to see another on the road. There's a bloke over Wanganui way who has a few 500 bits and bobs I beleive, but I've not been able to get hold of him YET.

I intend to use Custom/Deluxe gauges and replace to radiator surround for a later type eventually. No hurry though.

This link is handy if you are after part numbers- http://www.mrcycles.com/fiche_section_detail.asp

Wecome to KB.

Yep, sure have been enjoying it. OK to drop you a line if in need of parts? Am alright for parts currently, with exception of the donk. It may be just the gudgeon, but I need to refocus before dropping it out again - am still in test ride mode.:scooter: Thanks for the comments.

gee, you do like old shitters... I see the mk4 Z car in the shed :blip:
Welcome to KB, what a bloody wreck you started with, looks like its shaping up good tho. 1980 (pre shadow) top effort keep us up to date :first:

Stuck in the sixties & seventies aye:doobey:
Have been working on Z car project for about 10 years - not the one pictured, she is a factory runner that I am probably going to put on the market to fund my bike spending. My other MkIV is a complete strip down & resto to look factory, but with mags and a warm 289 - enjoying the CX project because it doesn't require assistance from others (eg panelbeaters) I can do it all myself and it certainly is easier on the wallet.
Cheers for the reply.

Ive got some CX spares,feel free to PM me, but no spare engine though

Thanks a lot. Any engine parts?

Appreciate the responses guys & have been enjoying some of your earlier posts!

Bonez

4th May 2006, 18:09

OK to drop you a line if in need of parts? Thanks for the comments.
Only a complete running bike at the mo. I'll let you know how I get on if I find a good source of spares up our way though.

Squiggles

2nd August 2006, 23:38

i ride my old mans one whenever im going any distance, bloody comfortable seat, thing runs 100% after being left to die for 5 years, dont trust it round the city tho... gets a bit hot sittin in the traffic

Brian d marge

3rd August 2006, 04:50

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They sold thousands of the things here,I think it was BIKE who nicknamed them the Plastic Maggot,Flying Pig was another one.Where are they?Here they were the couriers bike of choice and that`s where most of them ended up,being thrashed to death by throttle happy nutters,even with this treatment they were known for going round the clock and 100,000 miles was the norm.VT500 was less popular as by then the general public were more into sportsbikes but another good machine and another courier favourite,likewise the 600 and 650 Reveres that continued the line,good machines all if you`re not bothered about image and just want dependable transport.

oi that was me ,,, I rode a Tc I think back in the early 80s round london, was living in a squat in camden ,,,ahh those were the days

Blew the thing up coming back from Cheam, she was a heavy pig of a thing but it was like the energiser bunny , just kept going ,

the front forks were horrid, and the brakes wooden ,,,but She wouldnt die

I rode a 650 revere for a while , now they were good
except for that big back tyre , try getting one of those in the boonies ,,ouch

eventually I settled for cd200 , made more money west 1 to west 1, than the big bike got me, again those front brakes were crap,
No the cd250 u wasnt any better , try 6000km per front tyre

Stephen

anoeldcx

4th October 2006, 10:24

ELUSIVE CX500 PART REQUIRED! Since my last post I tracked down a replacement engine from a very helpful guy in Palmy. The replacement is from an 82 Custom with the later transistorized ignition system. Hence I had to refit the bike with the later model wiring to accompany the engine. Unfortunately both the seller and myself neglected to think about the starter/kill switch (throttle unit) which is wired very differently to the CDI wired CX's. We were unable to find the switch that was originally with the engine and therefore my CX resto project has come to another grinding halt. Can anyone please help? The switch itself looks like any other CX switch - the difference is in the wiring. It has a nine pin plug with the terminals in a 3 x 3 layout. (Same plug as earlier Custom plug, but nine wires instead of seven and wire colouring in a different layout). 81 & 82 GL500 switch is also compatible. Any ideas or leads would be most appreciated. Cheers.

Pixie

4th October 2006, 10:36

Does the switch block you have,have the same switches on it.i.e. kill,lights,whatever.
If it does and you have the two circuit diagrams for the two units,you should be able to rewire the one you have.
you'll have to change the connectors.
The difference may just be a rearrangement of the grounding of the switches

anoeldcx

4th October 2006, 11:04

Yep, you're onto it. Thanks for the suggestion, that may be the road I have to take, but the job will be beyond my electrical repair capabilities. Can you recommend somebody to carry out this task?

Bonez

9th October 2006, 17:21

I've had two tyres fitted. Decided in the end to go the budget route and fitted the front Hi Max from the CB250T I wrecked a while back, almost new. The rear is a Shenko I got from Manawatu M/Cs. While I was nattering to Paul he mentioned he may have a main stand for a CX. Lo and behold it was there. Made my day it did.

Skinned a finger trying to get the end of the spring over the retaining tang before I clicked on to the simple, read obvious, way of getting it mounted with little effort what so ever.

I'll pick up a new set of brake shoes next payday as they are getting low.

I'll let you all know how the Shenko fares with the wopping 50 odd ponies on board. This is a different to the one I had on the cb550, more rounded in shape.

Edit- Oh and a gent mentioned it sounds like a ducati, "Nah mate" I says " It's shitty ol '78 CX" . He grinned from ear to ear and rushed out to have a gander.

dangerous

9th October 2006, 18:23

wopping 50 odd ponies on board.

errrrrr.... 48 and IIRC pre 80 shadows were 5 less.

Bonez

9th October 2006, 18:48

errrrrr.... 48 and IIRC pre 80 shadows were 5 less.They put out the same as the CB550/4s ol bean- http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/honda_cx_500_1978.php

dangerous

9th October 2006, 19:18

They put out the same as the CB550/4s ol bean- http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/honda_cx_500_1978.php

Hey... nuff of the ol :whistle:
cant argue with that link I just remember the figger being 48hp, and IIRC that was from the 1st shadow onwards, that being the 1980A shadow.
The shadow name came about as the 1st shadow in 1980 was 'black' because the Vincent black shadow was a v2 so Honda thought it appropriate to name the 1st black CX a shadow and give it 5hp more.
All shadows and B modles (81-) from then on were 48/50hp and from the B shadow on they became red and blue aswell. :2thumbsup

ps: looking at a 2 wheels write up... says 27.pKW rear wheel, shit thats SFA :2thumbsup

Bonez

9th October 2006, 19:27

Hey... nuff of the ol :whistle:
cant argue with that link I just remember the figger being 48hp, and IIRC that was from the 1st shadow onwards, that being the 1980A shadow.
The shadow name came about as the 1st shadow in 1980 was 'black' because the Vincent black shadow was a v2 so Honda thought it appropriate to name the 1st black CX a shadow and give it 5hp more.
All shadows and B modles (81-) from then on were 48/50hp and from the B shadow on they became red and blue aswell. :2thumbsup

ps: looking at a 2 wheels write up... says 27.pKW rear wheel, shit thats SFA :2thumbsupHonda called a LOT of things Shadow, still do. It wasn't just the CX, and sometimes only in specific markets. As far as I'm aware all 10.1 compression ratio 500 engines had the same output.

http://powersports.honda.com/the_story/heritage/heritage_milestone.asp?Decade=1980&TargetUrl=Milestone/Milestone_Model_0101.asp&PrevPageTitle=&bhcp=1

dangerous

9th October 2006, 19:30

Honda called a LOT of things Shadow.

Not before the 1980 CX they didnt :banana:

Bonez

9th October 2006, 19:33

ps: looking at a 2 wheels write up... says 27.pKW rear wheel, shit thats SFA :2thumbsupStill Fun Ah?

kensuem

9th October 2006, 20:55

Bugger,Had just about talked myself out of the idea,now all these posts have got me thinking about it again.Seem to have solved the front brake problem on my Gn250,the dealer cut grooves accross the pads to help get the dust out,seems to have stopped the squeek,and I am trying to use the brakes more to wear the pads in.All my ride is on the open road,52 klm a day to work and back,so normally hardly use the brakes at all.

anoeldcx

24th October 2006, 22:31

PROJECT UPDATE - Just in case anyone was wondering. Have managed to find the correct starter switch on ebay, so am waiting on its arrival (most of this project has been spent waiting on parts). I reckon I have spent more time hunting down the parts than actually working on the bike. Anyway I managed to wire in a kill switch (without blowing any expensive electronics) and started her up for the first time a couple of weeks ago. Easy start and she sounded BLOODY BEAUTIFUL!! Carbs leaked from orings at feeder pipe, so renewed, refitted and that problem was solved.
Couldn't resist it last week after refitting carbs and took her for the first spin with a few wires still dangling. I agree that these things are not racers, but very comfy and smooth. I am going to enjoy riding this old girl!
Tank, side covers and rear cowl are now off being painted, so am hoping to be on the road in December. Will post a photo when she is back together.
BTW - Sold the Mk4 a while ago Dangerous - still not quite over it.

dangerous

25th October 2006, 05:33

Easy start and she sounded BLOODY BEAUTIFUL!!

Sound quite different dont they, I put turbo flow resonaters on mine, lost some top end but man sounded like the real thing :Punk:

Bonez

25th October 2006, 15:00

Smokin

25th October 2006, 17:54

I just saw one down the road at steptoe & sons front lawn, tank was a little bit rusty and the factory exhausts were just empty canisters. If anyone want me to enquire about it drop me a pm. looks like it been unused for quite some time.

Edbear

25th October 2006, 18:27

Only good thing to come from the CX500 was this.....

That's cool! Wonder how it went though?

TLDV8

25th October 2006, 22:43

Shadow

I knew there was a pic somewhere..... 1983 and a mate on his then brand new CX500 Shadow..$4200 out the door from Forbes and Davies.

On a ride with McJim and GIJoe the other week and the first thing noticed pulling into the Kaiaua chip shop was a excellent condition Red 82 CX500 which turned out to be one owner and still used regularly.

anoeldcx

27th October 2006, 21:42

Sound quite different dont they, I put turbo flow resonaters on mine, lost some top end but man sounded like the real thing :Punk:

Are you still using the h-pipe or just straight through each side? You may just need to rejet to get the top end back.

NotaGoth

27th October 2006, 22:16

Now fess up. Who has one stuck in the back of their shed doing nought.

No... But there was a 1980 CX 500 for sale... Seen it posted on the notice board...

dangerous

28th October 2006, 07:38

Are you still using the h-pipe or just straight through each side? You may just need to rejet to get the top end back.

This bike is long gone now, but yes the muffler box was still on it and I rejetted it (bodgy style, drilled out jets)

Bonez

29th October 2006, 20:14

No... But there was a 1980 CX 500 for sale... Seen it posted on the notice board...You couldn't get the details and PM me them thanks.

NotaGoth

29th October 2006, 20:37

You couldn't get the details and PM me them thanks.

I sure can..... But won't be able to go get the details for them again til Saturday when I'm in town doing grocery shopping... So hopefully its still there..... Bikes all the way up here in the Bay of Islands...

jaybee

29th October 2006, 20:39

You couldn't get the details and PM me them thanks.

i havent seen it but there was this one back in July this year posted by eddieb http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showpost.php?bikead=yes&p=690291
or on trademe is this one CX 500 Euro in mint showroom condition http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-75469750.htm

dangerous

30th October 2006, 05:25

or on trademe is this one CX 500 Euro in mint showroom condition http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-75469750.htm

That Eurosports is tidy and tha turbo look a like after market fairing goes well... but I paid less for a new one in the 80's

Bonez

14th December 2006, 19:37

Done a few thousand ks on the old girl now. It's running like a top. Completed the Coast to Coast run and the tyres faired well in the wet conditions. Way better than I expected. I am enjoying riding the old heap of crap. It seems to turn heads believe it or not. Fright no dought. Hell even kids in a school bus gave me the thumbs up the other day. The worlds greatest critics can't be wrong.

Sussed out out how to start it first pop from cold-half choke and no throttle.
Seems to be getting 250kms before I switch to reserve (13 odd litres on the main). Certainly more economical than my mates 500 Pantah. Aquired a CBX550 fairing that I may graft on. I do plan to quieten her down a bit more though. By cutting off the existing "muffler", welding a suitable piece of pipe and fitting a chrome reverse cone muffler. Should suit the bike. Not into the "can" setups. Look like drain pipes they do...............

Keep a container of cheap engine oil in the shed for the 500km top up.
Doesn't seem to be leaking fuel from the lh carb overflow like it was. Mind you having a fuel filter and putting it on the main stand probably helps. May remove the side stand as I tend to forget about it quite often lately. Thank goodness for the rubber tang fitted to it though.

Bye for now.

Bonez

30th December 2006, 16:06

Shit I hate trademe. Just picked up a complete rear wheel(good dive assy)/tyre (95% tread) combo locally for $50.:gob: 50 goes into 9,500 how many times?

Edit- Figured it out. Had to take my boots off to do it though..............

Bonez

2nd January 2007, 18:06

Found out were another one is. It's been sitting in the shed since '96. Mostly all there. Apparently its got gear selection problem. Managed to get the motor turning over by putting it in 3rd gear and rotating the back wheel. Mentioned to the owner what I was willing to pay for it as a parts bike, gave him my contact details and left it at that.

anoeldcx

1st March 2007, 23:01

Did you hear back from that guy Bonez?

Anyone got a spare pack rack or know of one that I could get my hands on?? You can only stuff so much gear down your shirt and wearing any sort of pack on your back is not the go! Will post a WTB as well.

Finally got the old girl legalised last month and have been clocking up a few miles. Took her to Christchurch last Monday for a decent run and wouldn't you know it, it was probably the hottest day of the summer (30+ degrees)and I had to wait for the weather to cool off before heading back home cause I had nowhere to stash my excess clothing!! Even though I cooked on the way down, the bike ran well.

Deviant Esq

2nd March 2007, 05:57

Good thread to read. Cheers guys. :niceone:

Steam

2nd March 2007, 10:52

I'm considering buying an old CX this week. It's a CX400 Euro, for $1800. That's kinda expensive for such an old thing, but it sure is cool! And only 33000k on it.

dangerous

2nd March 2007, 19:50

I'm considering buying an old CX this week. It's a CX400 Euro, for $1800. That's kinda expensive for such an old thing, but it sure is cool! And only 33000k on it.

Ahhh thats not so bad, if its tidy enuff then go for it.
If you find the prolink squeaks a bit then jack the rear up and pull the 12mm bolts out that are the pivit points and grease em up.

Bonez

2nd March 2007, 19:57

Did you hear back from that guy Bonez?

No. Will probably wait till winter sets in and send off an e-mail. No hurry. A medium sized roll bag could be the go, with the rear seat being so well proportioned, to carry luggage. Do it all the time if I'm carting a decent amount of gear. Keeps the load lower than a packrack and over or fwd of the rear axle. Keeps the bike norrower than saddle bags/panniers too when lane splitting.

Tank bags a good too.

Steam

2nd March 2007, 20:30

Holy Spit, it's a MILITARY CX500. I am in lurrrve:love:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw0wW2_-VfY

Steam

2nd March 2007, 20:32

Oh, and here's a cool old ad from USA tv for the CX. Wicked stuff. I am so going to get a CX.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03tL05MI2A4

Bonez

3rd March 2007, 07:29

Oh, and here's a cool old ad from USA tv for the CX. Wicked stuff. I am so going to get a CX.
How about this little beuty- http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=90207079

Steam

3rd March 2007, 07:35

How about this little beuty- http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=90207079

Yep, that's me who's bidding on it. I am tempted to press the buy-now but I like the idea of the Euro better as it only has 33,000 rather than 57,000 kms on it.
I like the look of this GL better however. The Euro is a bit... white.

Is a CX400 / GL400 just a sleeved-down 500 engine, or is it an actual whole smaller engine?

Eurodave

3rd March 2007, 12:42

Is a CX400 / GL400 just a sleeved-down 500 engine, or is it an actual whole smaller engine?

The CX/GL 400 motor is both sleeved down & destroked & has smaller carbs, those crazy japs dont do anything by halves!!

Steam

3rd March 2007, 20:33

This is the blackest beauty
55257
But these are pretty damn nice too.

Steam

3rd March 2007, 20:36

Yes, I am obsessed.

Bonez

4th March 2007, 08:56

Yes, I am obsessed.I think you should see my therapist.

Bonez

4th March 2007, 18:33

Porky had developed a bit of a clonking noise from the rear. Turns out the drive gear which is bolted onto the wheel is stuffed. Teeth worn to about a third of its original size. I after 200,000 plus odd ks this is to be expected. I've thrown the spare wheel on, which had a better drive fitting and the noise has disappeared. Did about 70-80kms of gravel road riding to see if all is oakly doakly. Yip all sweet.

If anyone has a spare one of these drives in good nick I wouldn't mind grabbing it. It has a 7 on the casting. Can't have too many spares.

Steam

17th March 2007, 20:55

I just picked up my new 1985 CX400 Euro, mein got in himmel the white plastic is ugly, but it goes like a dream!
The only thing that needs attention is a spongy front brake.
I just finished riding from Christchurch to Blenheim, very tired now.
Sleep tonight, tomorrow do a day trip to Nelson to see what the Whangamoa hill corners are like, and then back to Wellytown on Monday.

Bonez

18th March 2007, 14:14

jaybee

21st March 2007, 22:07

wooo, thats certainley differant

Steam

26th March 2007, 22:24

I found this on Trademe...
Didn't know it even existed.

"1983 Honda GL700, very rare Wing Interstate Limited Edition model. Awesome runner, in very good condition. Low k's for age."

This is what a quick net search says about the 700...
In Australia, the GL700 Wing Interstate model was a production run of about 800 bikes that were made exclusively for the Japanese domestic market during 1983/4. They were meant to satisfy the desire of Japanese motorcyclists to own the GL1100 and GL1200 Goldwings (they weren't allowed to due to a 750cc restriction which has subsequently been removed); and the motor in the GL700 is the same 673cc motor used in all the CX650 models - I guess that in the 'more is better' stakes, 700 is obviously much closer to the 750 limit than 650.

dangerous

27th March 2007, 05:49

I found this on Trademe...
Didn't know it even existed.

"1983 Honda GL700, very rare Wing Interstate Limited Edition model.
Also knowen as a 'silver wing' This bike being ment for the Jap and yank markets differs slightly from the GL series bikes, with slightly different body work and the name.
The CX engine was used as the engine in the smaller GL bikes as they were like a mini GL1000 Goldwing... starting with:
GL 400 Wing (transverse V2 LC)
GL 650 silver wing (transverse V2 LC)
GL 1000 gold wing (transverse oposed flat 4 LC)

Bonez

27th March 2007, 19:50

Steam

27th March 2007, 20:05

GL650 Silverwing Interstates(aka GL700) had all the kit and kaboodle - http://www.cyclechaos.com/wiki/Honda_GL650I

Whereas the standard Silverwing was, well, standard- http://www.cyclechaos.com/wiki/Honda_GL650

Hey they are interesting links. Are there any more CX / GL sites you have? I know about the CX owners clubs in Oz and the UK already, joined up too.

Bonez

27th March 2007, 20:38

Hey they are interesting links. Are there any more CX / GL sites you have? I know about the CX owners clubs in Oz and the UK already, joined up too.http://www.elsham.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/cx500/fow/ is one. And - http://cx500.gobinet.se/smb/ I generally google what I'm looking for. Have become quite good at it to drag up info on a variaty of topics.

Matt_TG

27th March 2007, 20:41

Here are some CX links, I have probably read most of the pages on these sites sorting out stator, cdi, carby and fork problems ...

http://choppercharles.com/cs/forums/ (well supported forum)

http://choppercharles.com/cs/ (main Chopper Charles page - he converted a CX into a chopper... )

http://www.elsham.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/cx500/ (awesome resource page)

http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/cxism/ (tinkering, odds and sods)

http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/cxism/teknix.html (electrical and mechanical info)

http://groups.msn.com/AustralianHondaCX500CX650Register (Aussie msn site, Don Seedsman has helped me immensely via email)

http://cx500.gobinet.se/ (Swedish forum and general info pages)

Hope these help :)

dangerous

28th March 2007, 06:13

GL650 Silverwing Interstates(aka GL700) had all the kit and kaboodle - http://www.cyclechaos.com/wiki/Honda_GL650I

Whereas the standard Silverwing was, well, standard- http://www.cyclechaos.com/wiki/Honda_GL650

I have not seen the fairingless GL before, it looks like a VF750 Sabre... the only GL Silverwing I knew of was the kaboodle bike.

Bonez

29th March 2007, 17:06

Some interesting condensed info here- http://reviews.ebay.co.uk/Honda-CX500-motorcycle-and-its-variants_W0QQugidZ10000000001208904

I note content from here- http://www.elsham.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/cx500/history/ has been added.

Steam

1st April 2007, 19:39

Anybody got an ok stator I can buy?
I guess I could rewind one myself... ahem... maybe that would take a while.
I know there are those places overseas who do rewound exchanges, you send them your old one and $200, and they send you a rewound one.
Is there any source closer to home.
oh, I should try buckets n bits, they are dismantling one at the moment.

Kickaha

1st April 2007, 20:06

I know there are those places overseas who do rewound exchanges, you send them your old one and $200, and they send you a rewound one.
Is there any source closer to home.

J Halsey Rewinds Ltd
28b Beach road Howick
Auckland
0-9-534 4161

good turn around time and pricing was less than 1/2 the price of a new one

Matt_TG

2nd April 2007, 19:50

A rewinder took a look at my stator and politely said thanks .. but no thanks.

I got a secondhand one in good nick from EconoHonda in Te Aroha.

http://www.econohonda.co.nz/

If you're stuck Malcolm may be able to help.

Steam

2nd April 2007, 19:56

Thanks, I have solved the problem by not buying the bike that needed the new stator. :done:
Sometimes it's good to not have a trailer or car, it stops me from buying project bikes.

Steam

7th April 2007, 18:15

Oh my, a CX500-powered Morgan copy! Well it's not a bike, but at least it has less wheels than four eh!
It's a thing of beauty, and you can buy a kit to build it yourself here (http://www.spitfireart.com/veetwintrikes.html) for only 4995 Pounds.

dangerous

7th April 2007, 21:00

Oh my, a CX500-powered Morgan copy! that is so freaking cool.. I like it, but Id stick 4 engines in there aye :rockon:

Steam

14th April 2007, 00:18

What's the deal with CX's and Canterbury? It seems 90% of them on Trademe for the past few months have been in the South Island, most in Canterbury. Eh? Is this a statistical abberation or real? Has anyone else noticed this or is it just me.

Matt_TG

14th April 2007, 02:33

Bonez

14th April 2007, 15:23

I've noticed that too, there are only a few of them on the road in Tauranga that I've seen.

I get plenty of older blokes coming up to me at service stations etc who used to have a CX or knew someone who did, maybe they're Mainlanders lol.Could be. Mine has a Tommy's Yamaha ChCh sticker on it. Now I remember test riding an XS650 Special from them 25 something years ago when I was posted to Wigram.

Steam

14th May 2007, 21:19

dangerous

14th May 2007, 21:29

What do you guys use for your rear tyre? I need a new one going into winter, and for the next Wof.
Also, do you stick to Honda's 20-year-old advice on what tyre pressures to use, (probably intended for cross-ply or whatever) or do you inflate to the pressure listed on the tyre?

For what you want... Id pick a Bridgestone sport tourer tyre, decent rubber that sticks, wears well and is well priced, 36 front, 38 rear. IMO

Bonez

19th May 2007, 22:06

Steam the tire pressures on the tyres are usually MAX load. Use the manufacturers (Honda) pressures as a starting point. I use Cheng Shin C906 / C907 Himax Tires
http://www.sandhillspowersports.com/sandhills/OnlineStore.do?DSP=200&PCR=1:5:50017&IID=chengshin_himax_06
on my ol gal and they're not given me any greif at all wet or dry and run about 6psi psi more than recommended, so 30 front and 34 rear solo. I'm sure the Ashurst crowd will back me up when I say they do the job just nicely.

But go for what you are comfortable with though as it's your hide you are protecting after all.

Bonez

21st May 2007, 17:49

Took the evil twin into get a warrent/rego today. Both front indicators were blinking dimly at the same time. Fault turned out to be corroded connctors in the LH switch assy block connector sorted by a liberal coating of contact cleaner (well I used brake cleaner which was isopropol alcomahol based "hic!!", cheap cunt I am).

So all legal and ready to role for the next few months.

Edit-turned out one of the contacts in the switchblock had worn and an earth was a tad corroded as well. Had a spare switch block off another old Honda I flogged a contact from. Now all sorted both sides going blickity blink-blinkity blink in pairs independently.

tri boy

22nd May 2007, 10:52

Hopefully this old scanned photo of my Maggot will show up.
Circa 1982, old Whanganui river road. The dude in the back ground is a Canadian who was doing some of the walking tracks.
Check out the "WICKED" wool lined mittens.:sick:
The cx never gave an ounce of trouble, and besides the gentle ribbing that you had to put up with, life with "THE TRUCK" was easy peasy.:yes:

dangerous

22nd May 2007, 19:06

Hopefully this old scanned photo of my Maggot will show up.

Maggot LOL havnt heard that name in a while... the other name I had to listen to was ugley duckling :gob: NEVER

Bonez

22nd May 2007, 19:10

Check out the "WICKED" wool lined mittens.:sick:
Hey!!, all decerning motorcyclists had a pair of those ;).

Steam

23rd May 2007, 21:37

dangerous

24th May 2007, 06:02

Oh my, lookie, a TURBO!
I also hear the guy at Buckets N Bits in Wellington has a complete but partially disassembled CX650 Turbo in the shed.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-101313387.htm?p=1

Been there done that, and Id buy another in a flash... that TC is very tidy and priced reasonly well, mine cold for $6500.

The 650TD is a beter alrounder bike over the 500TC, it is the fastest turb just beating the GPZ750, Honda learnt a few things from there over kill on the 500 and deleted a lot of shit like serge tanks etc, the 650 was only ever a import to NZ and I rode the Australaisers 1st in the 80's. 150cc more ment the lag the 500 suffered from was not as bad. (I modified the muflers and turbo which helped a lot)

Steam

24th May 2007, 06:09

Heh, everything about that bike loudly proclaims "I AM AN 80's MOTORCYCLE"
White colour, that awesome muffler, those gold rims, the orange on the fairing, the chunky styling... and the owner's singlet.

dangerous

24th May 2007, 22:10

Matt_TG

25th May 2007, 23:07

Here are some nice Cafe Racer conversions:

German page (Translated) (http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=de&u=http://www.dinkler.de/index.php%3Fpath%3Dm_plus_data/custombikes/cx_caf__racer&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dhttp://www.dinkler.de/index.php%253Fpath%253Dm_plus_data/custombikes/cx_caf__racer%26num%3D100%26hl%3Den%26lr%3D%26neww indow%3D1)

... and attached :yes:

I may have a winter project if the weather ever packs up :innocent:

Bonez

26th May 2007, 09:35

Steam

24th June 2007, 20:11

http://www.bikeweb.com/image/tid/36

Phwoar! Madness! A chop with a difference.
But what's up with those sleeves?

tri boy

24th June 2007, 20:21

http://www.bikeweb.com/image/tid/36

Phwoar! Madness! A chop with a difference.
But what's up with those sleeves?

Oh f**k,
The hippies tortured the poor thing.:shit:
Taking acid, and designing can have serious consequences.:sick:

Bonez

28th June 2007, 21:26

Got another rear wheel (reverse comstar this time) via tardme. Was really only after the drive gear for my current spare wheel, so the rest will be scraped eventually.

In this cooler weather she's taking a bit to get going so must remember to put on the battery on the trickle charger every now and again for these 6:30am starts.

Popped into a mates for a cuppa after work today and couldn't help mentioning how comfy the evil twin is on those longer rides. I've been toying with the idea a total strip rebuild, but to be quite honest I'm having a barrel load of fun riding it as it is. A bit more surface rust has developed but that's not surprising as it's out in all weathers during the day by an airport. Could park it next to the offices I suppose, a couple of hundred yards away, but I'm worried it may do naughty things to the scooters parked there.

Time for another filter change I notice too. Managed to get my grubby mitts on a hardcopy OEM workshop manual at last. Trademe to the rescue again. Nothing like hard copy to refer to at a moments notice. That's if I can remember were I put it :shit:

tri boy

28th June 2007, 22:58

Ya gunna coax the ol water truck to make the Cold Kiwi Bonez?
Its one of there preferred grazing areas ya know.:yes:

Steam

29th June 2007, 05:56

... Cold Kiwi ...

I'll be there on my CX400. Hopefully by then I will have nastied it up a bit.

Bonez

29th June 2007, 06:10

Ya gunna coax the ol water truck to make the Cold Kiwi Bonez?
Its one of there preferred grazing areas ya know.:yes:
If its "servicable".

Steam

1st July 2007, 11:23

I have just listed my spare CX500 Clymer manual on Trademe

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=107053231

Reserve is $10

Steam

14th July 2007, 22:44

Bryce from Buckets n Bits has just listed the 650 he has. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-accessories/Frames-bodywork/auction-109078534.htm) I believe he said it's just loosely bolted together to make all the parts easier to move, some parts missing. It'd be a big project... but...

In other CX news, I have sold my CX400 because I'm going over to Aussie. But I have sold it to my brother, keepin' it in the fambly!

Matt_TG

15th July 2007, 10:55

Heres a 1978 500 on Trademe (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.asp?id=109070528). It looks tidy, but has done 125K, probably asking too much for it. It looks like the 1980/81 front end though.

dangerous

15th July 2007, 17:49

Heres a 1978 500 on Trademe (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.asp?id=109070528). It looks tidy, but has done 125K, probably asking too much for it. It looks like the 1980/81 front end though.

Frount end is 78... 1980 didnt have the plastic caps on the spokes and had twin discs, bit steep in the coind depo tho:shit:

Matt_TG

20th July 2007, 18:17

Tell him he's dreaming ...

Steam

27th August 2007, 16:24

A new offering from ratbike.org... looks quite old-school. I like.

http://ratbike.org/pages/801dromedaris.htm

Matt_TG

27th August 2007, 18:26

I'm looking to sell my CX soon, if anyone wants a piece of 80's kitsch in good running order with wof till Nov and reg till next year let me know :yes:

Bonez

29th August 2007, 18:27

Fuck!!!. Just arranged the purchased of a rather unloved GL400 bits bike for the evil twin. Should be able to graft the twin disk font end onto the evil twin.
There goes my Cold Kiwi money :crazy:.................................

tri boy

29th August 2007, 19:28

A new offering from ratbike.org... looks quite old-school. I like.

http://ratbike.org/pages/801dromedaris.htm

Spoked wheels really suit CXs.:yes:

Bren

29th August 2007, 20:08

I had a cx400 custom a few years ago...was a solid thing but bit gutless

T.W.R

29th August 2007, 20:28

This one on TM is fairly original and she's cheap too :yes: 1hr to go on the bidding

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=114881348

here's a piccy of an interesting CX conversion

Bren

29th August 2007, 21:10

This one on TM is fairly original and she's cheap too :yes: 1hr to go on the bidding
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=114881348

That is a GL500, not a CX500....similar motor but different bikes

T.W.R

29th August 2007, 21:23

That is a GL500, not a CX500....similar motor but different bikes

Have a closer look, the bodywork is actually CX500A not GL500 Custom as you're thinking.
American marketing put the CX out as the GL

compare the pics :niceone:

dangerous

29th August 2007, 21:29

That is a GL500, not a CX500....similar motor but different bikes
same bikes man, but higher bars... thats all, its a early shitter.

T.W.R

29th August 2007, 21:30

That one has just come up on Fixed price offer for $800 :whistle:

Bren

29th August 2007, 21:47

bloody changing names to suit the market...its like the holdens being badged as vauxhaulls...still at $800 i would consider that bike too much for a piece of crap

Steam

29th August 2007, 21:47

Tell him he's dreaming
<img src="http://www.theage.com.au/ffximage/2005/01/28/castle_wideweb__430x293.jpg">

rudolph

29th August 2007, 21:52

Is it true that the CX500 motor was originaly desinged for a water pump?

Bonez

30th August 2007, 05:58

Is it true that the CX500 motor was originaly desinged for a water pump?A myth. But yes they do have a water pump.

The owner got the name wrong in the add. It's deffinately a CX500A as Dangerous points out. $800 for a good runner that's regeod and warrented is well worth the money. 91,000kms is nothing. My shitter has done over 200,00kms. These things toodle along all day at 120+kmph. Some markets had "Wing" (same as the Jap market twin shock CX/GL400s) on the side covers, hense the name confusion while others, like mine, had CX500. A few varients exist, Deluxe, Custom, Wing, Silverwing, Turbo and lets not forget Euros. The fact there's a currency named after them has to say something ah? ;)

I'd suggest a few folk have never riden one in anger to know how well they actually go.

But then I would say that, being one eyed and all................

dangerous

30th August 2007, 08:59

These things toodle along all day at 120+kmph. WHAT... toodle!!! man I used to sit on 160k all day they love it once when I blew the water pump seal I ride 300k with no water in it at 100+k and all I did was warp the rear casing... the old CX aint slow if ya know what ya doing :devil2:

tri boy

30th August 2007, 09:22

[QUOTE=Bonez;1185141] A few varients exist, Deluxe, Custom, Wing, Silverwing, Turbo and lets not forget Euros. The fact there's a currency named after them has to say something ah? ;)

And the "Shadow". Musn't forget the Shadow. Any other varients?

Crisis management

30th August 2007, 09:35

WHAT... toodle!!! man I used to sit on 160k all day they love it once when I blew the water pump seal I ride 300k with no water in it at 100+k and all I did was warp the rear casing... the old CX aint slow if ya know what ya doing :devil2:

You're right there Dangerous!

To my great embarasment I got thoroughly thrashed by one of these at Puke a couple of decades ago. :third:
I thought I was so good on my GS1000S until the bastidge passed me at the hairpin on a CX500........definately a better rider than me but that CX was quick as well.

I avoid playing with Hondas now.

Bonez

30th August 2007, 15:59

And the "Shadow". Musn't forget the Shadow.How the hell did I forget that, I owned one for goodness sake. Standard CXs were named Shadow specifically for the Australian market.

Matt_TG

30th August 2007, 16:59

Here's my 1981 CX500A 40,000 genuine k's, good rubber, recovered seat, wof and reg all good, running sweet ... come on ya know ya want to buy it.

Will be on Tard Me next week Offers over $1000

dangerous

30th August 2007, 19:18

I thought I was so good on my GS1000S until the bastidge passed me at the hairpin on a CX500........definately a better rider than me but that CX was quick as well.

haha, owned... had a few big bored bikes go down trying to take me on in there dis belief that it was a ugly duckling giving them the learn.

Bonez

4th September 2007, 19:07

Well changed the oil/filter and front tyre. Turns out its been quite some time since I changed the oil last looking at the log-OOPS!! Bad boy:spanking:.

Certainly a damn sight quieter in the engine department after the transfusion.

Help load my new purchase into the back of a van ready for delivery sometime this week. Boy it was a bugger to push up the ramp. Had a better look it. :eek5:Appears its had a lay down (big dent in the tank).:slap: Plenty of goodies to get off it though to keep the evil one mobile. Will definately slap the twin disk front end on. :drinknsin Turns out the chappy I bought it off has few other bits n peices at home, which I'll collect next week.

merv

4th September 2007, 19:26

haha, owned... had a few big bored bikes go down trying to take me on in there dis belief that it was a ugly duckling giving them the learn.
Richard from TSS and his Mrs have a couple of CX400's the GL models I think, and those things were never slow especially for 400's.

Bonez

8th September 2007, 19:00

Finally got around to having a look at the GL400. Started stripping the front end then thought hmmmmmmmmmmm, I wonder!!

Wipped the tank of the Evil One and fitted it to the the GL. Open up the carbs drain screws before turning the fuel tap on. Drained the gunk that was in them out, then let fresh fuel though for a bit. Tightened up the drain screws. Checked there was still coolent in the ol gal. In 5th gear, a bit of oil in the cylinders, then rotated the back wheel a few times. Tossed a spare battery in it. Ignition connected up, hit the starter button-IT'S ALIVE!!!, IT'S ALIVE!!!.:laugh:

Once the oil smoke had finally vacated it settled into a fast albeit rough idle. It's obvious the carbs need seeing to. Other than that its all good in the engine department by the looks. No more rattles or clunks than the Evil One has.

It shall be refered to as the Mini Evil Donor Sycal or MEDS.:done:

Met another CX aficionado earlier today over at the next door neighbors. He'd one over 600,000 + kms on CXs of all types, but mainly Euro models. Got some very good tips from him before he headed home.

Bonez

23rd September 2007, 10:36

Some pics of my newest aquisition.

Ran it a bit longer the other day. Long enough for the thermostat to open. Turns out it's got the standard gl/cx waterpump leak which is no biggy. A Yamaha mechanical seal will have that sorted. Cheaper than a Honda item. Lifted a rocker cover for a gander and no creamy oily residue. Very clean inside compared to the Evil One. The brake pads were soaked in fork oil which I'm guessing is the reason for the last off. No brakes no stop. Ouch!!

Greased up the Evil Ones final drive splines today. It's been about 4,000kms since I last checked it and replaced the original well worn one. She went well on yesterdays Naki run. Still has a loss of power between 6,000 and 7,000rpm but a quick down change has that sorted and revs out to redline quite smartly dispite the dent in the RH header still.

tri boy

23rd September 2007, 15:35

Bonez

23rd September 2007, 16:47

"Nurse, please take Mr Bonez back to the day room. He seems to have lost his way .....again":doctor:
You're a legend mate.:niceone:
Can't beleive it still has the original shocks on it. Jeeeesus!:lol:They're a "tad" rusty. I know of a set of Konis up for grabs too. The bike's only a :baby:, 60,000kms up so plenty of life left in the engine yet.

Steam

3rd January 2008, 20:03

dangerous

3rd January 2008, 20:20

Hey look at this... http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=134676583 does anyone know if the CX650 gearbox is the same as the CX500? Might be real easy to just bolt a new rear end on it.
Sounds too easy to be possible though...

at that price Id go for it, christ sort it and sell it at a profit, cant be anything to bad... and I see no reason the box wouldent bolt up to a 5oo.. maye a different ratio, but I doubt it.

Bonez

6th January 2008, 16:05

There's a bit more to changing a CX gearbox than just changing the "rear end". The gearbox is a cassette type of arrangement located in front of the alternater, cam chain/tensioner and below the crankshaft. If you were going to the effort of servicing the gearbox you may as well do the tensioner, camchain, etc as well.

Steam

6th January 2008, 16:17

Yeah, I had a look at my manual and realised that. I thought the gearbox was entirely to the rear of where you split the engine.
In any case the price has gone beyond what I could consider, up to $900 now.

Mike Dodge

15th January 2008, 13:05

My '83 CX500 which I have owned since new and is getting close to 100 000kms is starting to burn oil at a reasonable rate.
Anyone know if there is a quick check to confirm if it is rings, valve guides etc. which is causing the problem?

Ixion

15th January 2008, 13:12

Rings will suually show as smoke on hard acceleration, uphill f'instance.Oil leaking down the valve guides is more likely to show as smoking on first starting up, or as a puff of smoke when opening the throttle after coasting downhill

A compression test can help confirm this.

Take compression readings, noting if the two cylinders are similar. Then tip a couple of teaspoonfulls of engine oil down each spark plug hole. Repeat the compression readings. If the second reading is about the same as the first, problem is probably guides. If the second reading is much better than the first, problem is more likely rings. If second reading is a bit better but not a lot, guides and rings both worn (the most likely scenario) .
It's an idea to use a couple of old spark plugs when starting up after this, there'll be a lot of smoke.

Steam

28th January 2008, 08:29

If I had a spare $4000... nah, I'd never ride it like it was meant to be ridden.
Trademe Honda CX500 Turbo 1982 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-137961840.htm)

phantom

28th January 2008, 15:39

A mate of mine has just spent $300 on a "slightly rough" CX500 which he is getting road worthy again. Have encouraged him to become a member of the mottly crew that is KB so keep an eye out for a newbie from Levin with a dodgy CX

Bren

28th January 2008, 17:04

Just noticed this today after going thru TM

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-137961840.htm?key=741846

dangerous

28th January 2008, 17:33

Just noticed this today after going thru TM

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-137961840.htm?key=741846

yip had one of them with 6800km on it... now that one looks tidy for the milage these things gust keep on going.

Steam

28th January 2008, 18:13

Just for interest, how well do turbos stand up to high miles? That little turbo fan must have good bearings...

dangerous

28th January 2008, 18:30

Just for interest, how well do turbos stand up to high miles? That little turbo fan must have good bearings...

in 82 it was the smalest production turbo ever built... turns over at 200,000rpm std boost was 17psi, purpous built for the CX unlike the other jap brands that used Mitsi or Hitachie turbs.
they last very well considering, all depends on the oil used.

Bonez

3rd February 2008, 11:24

Got my old girl started after two months sitting under the carport half exposed to the elements. Needed to use jumper leads but would only fire on one cylinder.Quite normal for the second cylinder to kick in after a minute or so but it wouldn't this time. "Quiet" ride down the street hoping it would fire. Nope. Hmmm I thought (a rarity I know), spark(shock from lead, not very scienitific, but hey), fuel ok(drained sludge from the carbs). Popped into the shed (real men have sheds) grabbed a spare new NGK (as you do), took the old oiled umteen year old plug out, fitted the noob and away she went.

Now off for a wee scoot around the "valley".

Oh and btw how does Troglidite (The Trog has a nice sounding ring to it) sound for a nickame for it. Well, I don't really care what others think. Just being polite that's all..................

ynot slow

3rd February 2008, 20:28

Call her what ever you want too.

She's your property,give it heaps.

codgyoleracer

3rd February 2008, 20:37

Bonez

3rd February 2008, 23:13

Call her what ever you want too.

She's your property,give it heaps.Give it heaps I did. Wollowed, wobbled, farted and rattled noisily through the "valley". Met up with Pheps( she'd just done a virginal ride on her scooter thingy), Dogs and a chap on a Hyosung 250. Those who poo poo these are talking out their arses btw. Got home and a bloke from work turned up who'd just gotten his '80s dohc CB750F back on the road. Had a natter to him, about bikes obviously, for an hour or so then pizza, cuppa and time for an arvo nap. Just woke up :blink:

kiwibryn

4th February 2008, 09:41

Broke and looking for parts to get a warrant on my CX400C. Rear shocks would be favourite. I think I can source fork seals for the front, but the rear shocks are in dire need of replacement. And if anyone has rev counter, that would be good too. Cheers

Steam

4th February 2008, 09:48

Rev counter not needed for warrant, rear shocks - are they really going to notice? Replace them later when you find some.
It seems to me the only thing you really need are the fork seals.

Broke and looking for parts to get a warrant on my CX400C. Rear shocks would be favourite. I think I can source fork seals for the front, but the rear shocks are in dire need of replacement. And if anyone has rev counter, that would be good too. Cheers

Bonez

7th February 2008, 15:44

Well whatdiya know. On a whim put a new sparkplug (still got 6 spares) in the other cylinder for the Waitatangi day ride and whoooooooooooooo babbby! "Le Trog" scoots along now. No misfiring at all. Gets pretty close to it specified original top speed no worries. On private roads obviously officer. Had a ball yesterday. Must get a new set of handle bars though. I'm still sitting too upright. The Cheng Shin did a good job but is not warrentable now, so will be replaced. It so happens there's a spare wheel or two with tyres waiting to be fitted.

GazzaRuney

10th February 2008, 15:35

As the old saying goes "dont knock it till youve tried it"

I had 2 of them - the standard blue tanker for commuting (which it did superbly!!!!) and the greeny coloured Custom which did some of the best wheelies Ive ever done! (big tall gearbox)

As for the comment :"for all their reliablitly, theres phuck all of them about" - you dont see many RD350's or GS750's around either - what a lame comment !!!!!!

Bonez

10th February 2008, 20:00

Steam

5th March 2008, 17:41

dangerous

5th March 2008, 18:36

On Trademe at the moment there's a guy trying to sell his CX500 turbo for EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLARS... $8000!!!!!
It looks excellent condition, immaculate even, but EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLARS?? What, is it gold plated??
Here is it. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-143821896.htm)
theres also one on for 3k, looks like the same bike.
I sold mine for $1500 more than I paid, the right person will... ohh hell 8k hes dreaming LOL

Bonez

9th March 2008, 07:46

Le Trog got a bit of a birthday this week. New front tyre, ME33. A spare I had in the shed. Back Shenko is getting down a bit but should pass a WOF ok. Will be replaced before winter sets in. Just pop the spare wheel in to the shop and "hey presto" a new tyre appears at the end of the day. It's around a 15 minute job to change wheels over. Boy I love shaft drives and m/cs with centre stands. Haven't got the twin disk front end on yet but it will happen. Going to have another shed clean up shortly. Isn't it amazing the amount of crap that accumulates as soon as your back is turned?

Steam

9th March 2008, 15:42

Le Trog got a bit of a birthday this week. ..

Le Trog is the one you bought recently for a parts bike eh? And it turned out to work quite well?

Bonez

9th March 2008, 15:57

Le Trog is the one you bought recently for a parts bike eh? And it turned out to work quite well?
No the CX formerly known as the evil v twin thingy. The GL400 will be for used for parts only to keep Le Trog mobile. Peering into my crystel ball I do see another CX appearing in the near future.

Steam

8th August 2008, 18:18

Will a CX run with no battery? Or is the spark powered from the battery?
EDIT: Okay, I asked on a CX forum and it will go fine. Convenient!

HAIRY JOHN

13th August 2008, 21:50

are there any cx500's around the bay of plenty ? iv just picked up an '82 sport to play around with

Bonez

10th December 2008, 16:52

Can a mod move this to the classic forum. Ta.

Eurodave

19th October 2009, 14:47

Heres a couple of updated pics of one of my projects, the CX/GL adventure bike conversion, still a bit of work to go,playing with the seat shape B4 covering it, painting the tank etc, but good progress thus far :beer:

dangerous

19th October 2009, 16:30

Heres a couple of updated pics of one of my projects, the CX/GL adventure bike conversion, hahahahaha... ummm, some would say thats kinda sad, very sad, very very sad... BUT I like it :beer: hey so sort the pipe out aye, it needs to be up high, real high and being a GL is it just a wee 400?

Eurodave

6th November 2009, 22:27

Quick update, Ive now painted the tank, cant decide on seatcover colour, red or blue or boring old black?

anoeldcx

9th November 2009, 21:49

After a couple of looks....I reckon it's growin on me! Very artistic Eurodave...red & black for the seat - might make it look more like a Honda aye :yes:

Bonez

13th November 2010, 10:41

Le Trog is still going strong. My daily do everthing mount at the moment since the GB shat itself. Still consuming 500mls of oil every 500kms or so. Total loss oil system you know. Piston slap? What piston slap? In the process of getting the wrecked GL400s front end tidied up for transplant. Ok its taken a couple of years but I'm getting there. Got a new addition to the junk pile- the old mans R80.

Had a visit from Gingin just recently. Loved his jerry rigged fork brace. Amazing what you can do with a few U-bolts, nuts and a bit of steel plate.

tri boy

14th November 2010, 07:44

Good to see you posting again Bonez.
You been busy working on maggots or summit?

Bonez

14th November 2010, 08:24

Good to see you posting again Bonez.
You been busy working on maggots or summit?Cheers. Nah just been having bit of a break for a bit. Kinda got the retro computer buzz at moment. Enjoying catching up with folk on the FNRs.

Bonez

19th November 2010, 18:19

The old dear is sporting reverse comstars both front and rear now. The original front was starting to show some signs of rusting. It had a Shenko tyre that sill has about 5000km of wear left so would be a shame to let it go to waste. I'll attack the original wheel assembly bolts with a 1mm cutting disk, remove the bearings(for reuse of course) and take the alloy into to the scrap metal merchent for some drinking dosh.

Still single disk at this stage. Had a wee Bones moment and forgot about the disk mounting bolts being a bit longer. A bit of head scratching and the light bulb finally went on and that little voice churped up "Turn the fuckers around the other way you drip!" Being so greatfull for that little bit of advice I did and now the wheel can rotate without the bolt ends bashing the speedo drive. Must have gotten a bit of grease on the disk so will remove the pads and give them a clean.

I'll transfer the wrecked GLs bodywork over as both the original sidecovers are cracked, with one held on with wire. Bleck is soo slimming.

Had a natter with the foreman of the contractors doing the airport exterior rework today. Had a lot of questions about the CX.

Is that a v-twin?-yes
Pushrods?-yes
Shaftdrive?-yes
Is that the cluch in the front there? yes it's a multi-plate affair
Plus a few more.

Then he said it was nice. Almost felll over I did. Quite surpised it was made in 1978 he was. Obviously he knows class when he see it. As the saying goes you do meet the nicest people on a Honda ah?

Will Beard

21st January 2011, 09:44

Got my mate into motorcycling by selling him my GL400.:eek:
Over the last 5 years he has collected trailer loads of CX bikes & spare parts.
In his collection are the following:
CX650 & 500 Euro, 2 x CX500's & a CX650C with alloy mags not comstar.
spares include 4 various engines, tanks plastics etc, you name it he's probably got it.
I currently ride a 2003 SV1000s & plan to build a CX500 flat tracker for fun club rides.
Yes not the fastest but enjoyable for long rides & fun aspect AAA+++.
found these pics on the net

anoeldcx

23rd January 2011, 12:14

Has your mate got a seat for a Custom that he might like to part with? Actually, has anyone got a Custom seat that they would part with?? Cheers.

Eurodave

24th January 2011, 07:07

plan to build a CX500 flat tracker for fun club rides.
found these pics on the net

and I make figlass flat tracker seats.........

anoeldcx

24th January 2011, 23:19

You're not suggesting I get carried away with my Custom and turn it into a flat tracker are you Dave??

... I do have a couple more frames & heaps of CX parts tho :yeah:

Eurodave

26th January 2011, 07:30

NOo,no,no,no,.......YES!

Bonez

20th March 2011, 19:35

dangerous

21st March 2011, 05:08

I'll slap this link in for those who want to now where the original concept for the CX came from- http://www.marusholilac.com/ml4.htm Note the dates. Just under a decade before the V7 was put on the market. Lilac was bought out by Honda.

Just scored another set of reverse comstars on trademe. Wanted them so much I even out bidded myself ;).
and from there they must have built the bikes I posted in #36 http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/27643-CX500-owners.?p=577735#post577735
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Bonez

7th May 2011, 17:06

Scored a good 2 into 1 exhaust off tardme to replace the rather dented one that's fitted. A bargain. $5 under what I was prepared to pay including shipping. Just set an auto bid and Bob was your aunties/brothers/cousin. The spare front wheel had a good Avon, needs scuffing up though, on it but needed the bearings replaced. The spare rear is fine but has a clapped out conti on it. Might have a source for a spare tank and other bits too. Wouldn't mind altering a tank for an extra 60-80kms range. Guess I could carry jerry can like I use to do on the 550F.

Not counting running costs I'm still under a grand including spares and have clocked up around 30,000ks on the ol' girl. Kinda expected it would've turned it's toes up by now given I'm using her daily, as well as the odd weekend excurtions. Heaven forbid I even washed it last weekend. It just sits under the carport ready for its next wee romp.

Someone even suggested I should do it up last week. I just laughed.

dangerous

18th May 2011, 20:05

haha... check out these video clips of CX's

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Bonez

18th July 2012, 18:41

Hello kiddies. Just a quick note to let you know Le Trog is gunna get some Bonez luving this weekend. Got a Lazertec fitted to the spare front wheel. Also got a pair of motocross bars that'll go on. Nun of that namby pamby alloy crap. Cold hard steel cause the fuzzy wuzzies don't like it upemm ya'know.

Bonez

19th August 2012, 13:33

Tiss all road legal again. Sports GL400 front forks now. A new front brake line has been fitted-just popped into Hydralink and got them to make one 50mms shorter than stock. Turned out the front axle was bent on my last oopsie. Had a spare as you do owning something this old. Decided I'm going to get a steel seat base made up.

Got a few 4ltr packs of oil that were $11 a pop and some empty 1ltr containers out of a bin at work to put it in for future longer rides.

Still need to aquire another tank so I can modify and increase the fuel range a bit.

Could some kind admin type please be so kind to move this thread to the Classic forum thanks.

dangerous

19th August 2012, 15:23

Still need to aquire another tank so I can modify and increase the fuel range a bit.Thought they did a reasonble distance on a tank? Mind you my last Shadow which was a tad moderfied full to right out and push the bugger was less than 200k :pinch:

Bonez

19th August 2012, 15:47

Thought they did a reasonble distance on a tank? Mind you my last Shadow which was a tad moderfied full to right out and push the bugger was less than 200k :pinch:Generally 220 pushing to 245/250 on taking it easy and filled to the brim without hitting reserve. I never include reserve into the equation. Mind you it's done around 180,000kms or so and things are a bit worn here n there. I'd like at least a firm 280 to 300k ;). Been spoilt by my CB750 and R80 I guess.

There's Aussie chap who put around a 2 1/2" strip in a tank to give extra range. An idea I've been toying with is a small alloy tank in the tail peice with a slight extention under the seat.

Clarkepaul

20th February 2017, 22:33

Hey Bonez, your old CX is now owned by me and going real good although had to replace an exhaust valve recently. Still in original state and clocking up more k's, don't know what's changed on it since then but looks fairly original still. A cheeky web search returned the license plate in this thread so I might find some info buried about any major work by chance, not that it really matters being so long ago (can't imagine anything too shocking apart from k's). Guy I bought it from had it as a potential parts bike but didn't end up using any of it. 1 year away from its 40th and looking forward to its pensioner benefits.

dangerous

21st February 2017, 14:19

whats the milage?

sidecar bob

21st February 2017, 17:33

No caption required

dangerous

21st February 2017, 18:17

OHHHhhhhh... thats just so wrong, I love it

Clarkepaul

21st February 2017, 19:50

Ha, took me a while to figure out what I was looking at with that bike.

K's wouldn't have a clue at what's reality but carjam doesn't look that's uprising. I should also probably check and confirm its still the same engine number as it's probably changed a few hands with little info being passed on. Both the guy I got it from and going by what Bonez has said in this thread it's well over 200k's, but if you ignore the huge spike in the graph it could be under?

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