Bagstr 287 Posted May 13, 2014 Playing Mind Games has me looking at City Bikes. What's your experience with these 60's bikes as local drivers? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted May 13, 2014 my next door neighbor has a pristine mid 60s something or other (Honda)... I asked him a similar question for a run-about for the Alpine area: mild power, ok weight, crappy brakes and suspension, nice riding position... and forget running it on the East county Interstate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted May 13, 2014 City Bike, not Interstate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted May 13, 2014 Too new - that's modern iron...I used to tool around Ramona on one of these until a couple years ago when I sold it to Nascar driver Sam Hornish Jr 1951 BSA ZB34 Competition Alloy 500cc Gold Star although this is a picture of the steel fendered version Leaked so much oil I never needed to change it and the magneto system eliminated the need for a battery! Kick her and go! And no I didn't buy it new.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted May 14, 2014 Ha! Funny man You were soo busy riding you never posed for a photo? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted May 14, 2014 I had an old CB 350 in hi school great bike. I'd buy another if I found a clean one st a good price. CID Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted May 14, 2014 Good Price?? Over at Old's Cool, guys spend 4k for a re-build. Barn bike = $2-$300. Pop Quiz: What year was Bagstr a Senior in High School? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted May 14, 2014 Royal Enfield? Still in production, classic looks with all the modern conveniences. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted May 14, 2014 Royal Enfield? Still in production, classic looks with all the modern conveniences. Really good call, saw them in Long Beach and liked what they offer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Afry 1 Posted May 14, 2014 Ha! Funny man You were soo busy riding you never posed for a photo? Not a poser....Bought for $3800 and sold for more.... Was used in a never made the screen movie about James Dean with Jeff Stanton as the stunt rider. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted May 14, 2014 The neighbors 450...he says it's great for a city bike Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted May 14, 2014 $70 , Money Talks. BS, Tell your neighbor that is a clean machine. K1, 1968-69? Also, what does he think the market $$ is for similar. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted May 19, 2014 I've seen some guys ripping around Kearny Mesa on these: After tinkering (and tinkering) around with some carbs on older bikes, I'd much prefer the Grom's fuel injection especially if it's a bike that is not often ridden. Clearly it's quite a different vintage & theme than the ones you posted above and admittedly lacks that classic style. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted May 19, 2014 I used to ride a 1974 Honda CL360, it had six speed transmission, electric and kick start and would do ok on the freeway. I thought it was a good looking machine as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Goofy Footer 539 Posted May 19, 2014 Adventure Style! (this pic is from a Japanese motorcycle expo, they always come up with the most trick aftermarket stuff) Beach Style, this should help with sales.. Once upon a time I had a Suzuki RV90. Talk about a wild head turner, especially being a 2 stroke. Bagstr, what about a CB350? Very popular with the street tracker crowd. Dare I say Ural for trips with the family? I've been in a vintage sidecar before, it's a pretty fun ride! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crusty Posted May 19, 2014 Cristina likes this one, but I wish we had a CRF 250L on my Moto Jack, hanging from the car. Just like the Grom but even more fun to ride all over Solvang and Santa Inez this weekend. You could even ride Vista on this. It gets 73 MPG. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted May 19, 2014 Like This?? I am not against new bikes. Simple design is what stimulates my interest. C Daddy's VStom is interesting for example. $4k for a Restored Classic or $6.5k for new?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crusty Posted May 19, 2014 Thank's Bagstr. I showed her the pic. She likes it, $4709.00 at FBC. She is fast. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted May 19, 2014 CB500X Clean Design, $6500 with ABS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ThumperBob 21 Posted May 20, 2014 Here ya go! Been all over San Diego county with her. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kato 53 Posted May 21, 2014 CB500X Clean Design, $6500 with ABS turn it into this: CRF and CB500X mashup Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crusty Posted May 21, 2014 Where can I buy one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey777 44 Posted May 25, 2014 My city bike...2006 Ducati Monster... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
