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mavstang73
08-04-2011, 07:03 PM
I've got it on craigslist but figured I would throw it up here too.


Hello
I'm selling my Honda CL350 which has 6080 miles. I need the room in the garage and don't have the time to ride anyway.

I picked it up around 10 years ago and put it back together after the previous owner took it apart down to the frame.
When I got it the cylinders had rust from sitting disassembled for 15 years in a shed. That's right this bike was torn apart and stashed in a shed for 15 years.

I had Razee's hone the cylinders to clean up the rust and re-installed the pistons with new rings.
I would say it doesn't run perfect. The carb diaphragms aren't torn but I have had a little trouble getting it tuned right. I think the rocker arms need a little more adjustment too but I don't have a .02 feeler gauge for the intake.
Once its warmed up it runs ok but I'm very picky and would like it to run perfectly.

The gas tank does have an old repair that looks like jb weld or epoxy underneath. It doesn't leak but I thought I should mention it since you cant see it in the pictures.
Its missing one of the exhaust shields and the bike isn't 100% original the rear turn signals aren't correct for the bike. The fender was modified to fit the incorrect turn signals by drilling out the nuts welded into the fender. I cleaned up some of the wiring in the back since it was old and not in the best shape.
It's close though if your interested in doing a restoration. I have a couple of boxes of parts that come with it. Some are NOS.

Obviously the bike isnt perfect. There are some rust spots here and there but nothing more than surface rust. The tires are old but they at least hold air.
I wont allow anyone to ride it home. Bring a trailer or truck with ramps. The last time I had it on the highway was 2003 and that was probably stupid since the tires have cracks on the side.

I'm looking for $600 or possible trades including a pistol, AR-15, maybe a beater Subaru. Located in Westerly/Pawcatuck CT.

I'd like to see someone that appreciates these older bikes take it home. If I had more interest I would tear it down and restore it myself.


Sold!!!

mavstang73
08-04-2011, 07:06 PM
Sold!!

GeoffC8
08-04-2011, 07:34 PM
Holy **** balls. I'd be all over this if I was still in Mass. Bump for a nice bike.

mavstang73
08-05-2011, 01:47 PM
LOL thanks.

I wish I could do a ground up resto on it. It wouldnt take much really but I'm just too involved with my Subaru's now.

98Wagoon
08-05-2011, 10:29 PM
honestly the coolest little bike Ive seen in a while.. GLWS bud!

mavstang73
08-05-2011, 10:49 PM
Thanks man.

That's why I love this site. Lots of positive comments and a higher maturity level than some of the other Subaru sites.

98Wagoon
08-05-2011, 10:55 PM
cant help it. I love classic bikes.. Ive got a '70 CJ750 m1s hanging around (chinese bike) that I have to fix up one of these days.

chatch82
08-08-2011, 07:59 PM
amazing bike...............might be interested in this

mavstang73
08-08-2011, 09:10 PM
Cool let me know.

I got the bike with 5400 miles I believe. I'm happy to say I put around 600 miles on it and enjoyed every one.

mavstang73
08-12-2011, 02:16 PM
replaced the battery 2 months ago bump

Still in the market for a pistol. Wife and I each need one.

mavstang73
08-22-2011, 10:44 AM
Cant by a RIA tactical .45 until I sell this bike bump.

Someone could break into my house right now and I would have no way to put a .45 sized hole in them.
http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRQSOFjAzNXmBQPZ5GrXGSy7950UJk_-mYxY5D-eWd4fwtj2o0s3Q

Bu11dogg2
09-13-2011, 02:01 PM
I'd love to Cafe Racer this :)

still forsale?

mavstang73
09-13-2011, 03:15 PM
Yup still got it and I was going to post a price drop to $600 later today.

GeoffC8
09-13-2011, 04:04 PM
I'd love to Cafe Racer this :)

still forsale?

Buy it. Now.

Bu11dogg2
09-13-2011, 04:29 PM
what size are the tires?

mavstang73
09-13-2011, 09:26 PM
Darn website not sending me new post emails :mad:

They are 3.00-19 front and 3.50-18 rear.
But like I said they have cracks and should be replaced.
They could be older than I am:eek: