1978 Honda CB

CB550K-211295

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Hello, I purchased this bike over a year ago and have enjoyed it very much, but needing to sell it now to afford my wedding. The bike was built by the previous owner and I have included his description of the bike below. I have setup the carbs for my elevation (5000ft) and will include the original jets as well as all the jets I purchased for the bike. I also purchased an original airbox with new Paul Gabor intake runners and a K&N filter with the intention of getting rid of the individual POD filters and going to a custom 4 into 1 setup. The bike was completely disassembled and de-tabbed and the frame was powder coated silver with replacing all bearings. The engine was left untouched and just refreshed and painted. I have gone through and replaced various gaskets and just changed the oil and filter and cleaned out the pan and metal filter. Description:This bike started life as an unloved cruiser. It was completely disassembled, de-tabbed, all bearings replaced.New DID chainClubman bars1976 CB tank custom painted black and silverMAC 4 into 1 exhaustPOD filtersCustom seat installed on old seat pan so seat still uses factory key to openCustom fabricated aluminum license plate holder attached to rear suspension with LED brake lightRebuilt front brake caliper with new fluid and stainless steel line with new pads front and rear shoesStainless steel Allen bolt kit on engineNew tiresExtras:Complete CB500/550 service repair manual with tuning tips and extra diagrams (very useful)Clymer manualComplete factory tool kit (rare)Factory service/warranty manual (extremely rare and under seat – see photo)Factory airbox with new Paul Gabor rubber intake runnersK&N filter Rear fender painted to match the bike Bidding:Bidders with zero ratings must contact me first or I will throw out the bid. Please contact me via email with any questions and I will respond as quickly as I can. Also, please don't ask the reserve as I do not have a buy now feature on this auction. Payment/shipping:Shipping is at the buyers expense, and I will help in any way possible. I will NOT ship overseas so don't ask. Lower 48 states only! A $500 Paypal deposit is required to the winning bidder within 24 hrs of the end of auction. The remainder of the balance is due within 72 hrs unless the buyer contacts me to work out the final payment. The remaining balance is to be paid by certified check, money order, or cashier's check. Once the final balance has cleared I will release the bike to the shipper and send the title via certified mail. On Aug-06-14 at 07:42:47 PDT, seller added the following information: Forgot to add that everything works including the blinker reminder (currently disconnected)Also, like the frame, the wheels have been powdercoated.On Aug-10-14 at 07:18:08 PDT, seller added the following information: A couple people have asked if the bike is mechanically perfect. To answer I would say that the bike runs great for its age. It is 35 years old so it does have the typical Honda CB leak from the head but it is only minor and quite common on these bikes. If you are looking for a show bike then you might want to look elsewhere but if you are looking for a good running bike that you can ride and not worry about and just have fun this might be your cup of tea. Lastly, my current tuning setup for my elevation is as follows;Pilot jets: 42 keihin Main jets: 100 keihinNeedle: 1st clip