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This past weekend I took my 71 CB450 on its first ride in over 42 years. The bike has 5K miles on it and sat by the previous owner because of a driveability issue. The problems he had I'm assuming I fixed. I found loose wire connections and a melted spark plug wire that seemed to have been arching off the block. I upgraded the ignition system with Dynatek Coils, new condenser, wires, points, and plugs.
The issues I was having started about 8 miles into my ride. I had shifted to 4th and had to slow down with the flow of traffic. I downshifted accordingly but as I began to accelerate and try to shift up into third, I found a false neutral. Unfortunately I had to cut my ride short and head back. Ever since that ride, I have had issues finding gears with the exception of 2nd gear. Even Neutral seems to be difficult to find. The shifter has always been pretty stiff and clunky but I figured that would work its way out. If anyone can point me in the right direction I'd greatly appreciate it!
My other problem I found when taking the cover off on the rider's right side of the motor. I believe that's the clutch cover???? behind where the oil screen is I removed the clip and looked inside the cylinder coming off the crank. I found tons of gritty debris and scoring inside the cylinder. (I'm not sure what to call that part) It seems my bike doesn't have a screen. I'll look again tomorrow but that scares me and understandably so.
This bike is an heirloom and was the previous owner's dream to see it running again. So I'm trying my damndest to do this right. Two problems I know. Hope this doesn't confuse anyone.
Again, thanks in advance for any help you guys can give. It's greatly appreciated!
The issues I was having started about 8 miles into my ride. I had shifted to 4th and had to slow down with the flow of traffic. I downshifted accordingly but as I began to accelerate and try to shift up into third, I found a false neutral. Unfortunately I had to cut my ride short and head back. Ever since that ride, I have had issues finding gears with the exception of 2nd gear. Even Neutral seems to be difficult to find. The shifter has always been pretty stiff and clunky but I figured that would work its way out. If anyone can point me in the right direction I'd greatly appreciate it!
My other problem I found when taking the cover off on the rider's right side of the motor. I believe that's the clutch cover???? behind where the oil screen is I removed the clip and looked inside the cylinder coming off the crank. I found tons of gritty debris and scoring inside the cylinder. (I'm not sure what to call that part) It seems my bike doesn't have a screen. I'll look again tomorrow but that scares me and understandably so.
This bike is an heirloom and was the previous owner's dream to see it running again. So I'm trying my damndest to do this right. Two problems I know. Hope this doesn't confuse anyone.
Again, thanks in advance for any help you guys can give. It's greatly appreciated!