TrophyHunter 15 Posted July 31, 2014 My foray into motorized wheels started with a mini-bike I mowed lawns all summer to get. Then a Honda Trail 90 basket case, then a Hodaka basket case. For the past several years, I've been trying to recapture my yoot - married someone 12 years younger, bought a Harley - or 3, even bought a Hodaka. This one started it....De Anza Cycle Park, CA. I used to kick ass - usually my own. Tried at satisfying the Hodaka bug with a 250 Thunderdog but couldn't ride it after I found out how much the tank and side panels were if I messed 'em up. But today I picked up a 1 family - Dad bought it new in '75, gave to son as first bike, I bought from the son - '73 Wombat. 690 miles, original tires, great paperwork, etc. Found it on CL (surprised) in OC and drove to Irvine today to pick it up. Rustiest and shiniest part of the bike. Glad it has a "you left your signals on" indicator cuz those aircraft signals would escape me. Brake light switch Orig receipt and registration + The Hodaka Story I've been waiting to Boogie with a Wombat....so now's my chance Accessories I'm guessing from the overall condition and the brake pedal pad, this 41 year old led a gentle life Big thanks to Kelly - So Cal Hodaka - for looking at the ad online and discussing the bike prior to purchase! Now for next June up to Hodaka Days. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 559 Posted July 31, 2014 Some day I'll get my Rat finished.....sigh...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted July 31, 2014 That looks like my Super Combat I had growing up. I don't know the differences 'tween it and the Super Rat, etc. Get it going and we'll get the Rokon out there too for a vintage day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted July 31, 2014 Nice find TH...congrats and enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkug 146 Posted July 31, 2014 Very Nice.I am jealous!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
socalhodaka 104 Posted July 31, 2014 This one I shot all with the GoPole and my friend Laurie did the edit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suspenders 43 Posted July 31, 2014 Shiny! All the paperwork is icing on the wombat cake. Congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 405 Posted July 31, 2014 Thats like a nice "barn" find, with all the original swag included. cool stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted July 31, 2014 That tank. Great find. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Avocado 0 Posted July 31, 2014 Nice bike - Great find Nothing better than reliving fun memories Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Riggerdan 147 Posted July 31, 2014 That bike is too cool Ken congrats love the first pic... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted August 1, 2014 Boogie down Ken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
REV5 0 Posted August 5, 2014 Saw the bike in person yesterday. What a great find. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted August 5, 2014 Awesome! Do you still have those groovy bell bottoms to complete the look? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted August 5, 2014 I do, but sadly, they don't fit. Okay fine, I don't. I appreciate REV5's comment yesterday about leaving the bike showing some age. I wasn't going to fully restore it but did have my eye on re-chroming a few things. I think I'll treat the rusty areas and see how it looks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted August 5, 2014 A little patina keeps it real. Funny, back in the day I hated those toaster gas tanks - now I think they are so cool. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
REV5 0 Posted August 5, 2014 A little patina keeps it real. Funny, back in the day I hated those toaster gas tanks - now I think they are so cool. They are awesome because before the photo shoot you can check your hair. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted August 5, 2014 A little patina keeps it real. Funny, back in the day I hated those toaster gas tanks - now I think they are so cool. They are awesome because before the photo shoot you can check your hair. Ha! LMAO! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
socalhodaka 104 Posted August 5, 2014 Chrome Tank Heaven Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hoss314 0 Posted August 5, 2014 WOW! Very nice find.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted August 5, 2014 I think I speak for everyone when I say that it would be acceptable to replace the aircraft landing light sized turn signals with something smaller for now as long as you place them in a hermetically sealed vault under armed guard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted August 6, 2014 I've seen a sales brochure with them in the up position and they appear to made to be that way (if down, large hole leading to wiring connection is open straight up) I also got info + pics from a guy who had his delivered new in the down position. I moved 'em under the bars and they look much better. I'll follow recommendations to fill the wire access hole with silicone. REV5 ur killin' me.......and not "softly with your song..", just killin' me...... Thx for pointing it out, ya never who ya might meet on the trail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
