1973 Honda CB

CB450-6016461

I just traded into this, and was going to make a cafe' racer out of it. I cleaned the carbs and put a new battery in it, only to find that the starter gear is stripped. (starter spins, but doesn't turn motor.) It came with a spare clutch assembly, and I guess I know why. I managed to kick start it, but it is running on the right cylinder only. I rode it up and down the driveway a few times, and noticed that it is leaking oil out of the left pipe where the header pipe connects with the muffler. After pulling the spark plug and peeking into the cylinder, I notice that the top of the piston has a small hole in it. I'm guessing that there was a vacuum leak causing it to lean out and burn the piston. I don't have the time or patience to tackle pulling the head, so I decided to put it on here and see if anybody else wants to mess with it. I did go through the gears going down the driveway, and everything with the trans seems fine. The motor isn't making any bad noises, just missing on the left cylinder. I also have a large plexiglass windshield that goes with it. Will be a cheap fix for someone who has time to tinker with it, and this bike is one of the cleanest unrestored 450's you'll find. My reserve is less than I have in the bike, but if it doesn't meet reserve, I'll just part it out. Georgia doesn't require a title on anything earlier than 1985, but I will give a bill of sale with this one. Email with any questions.On Oct-04-11 at 05:15:13 PDT, seller added the following information: Update: I did locate a pair of pistons, so they will be included with the bike, along with a shop manual.On Oct-05-11 at 18:08:06 PDT, seller added the following information: I have had a few questions, and need to clarify that although this bike does run, it is not running properly. It is a 2-cylinder bike, and one cylinder has a bad piston. The engine will need to be repaired before it can be ridden any distance. Also, it is being sold with a bill of sale only. Titles are not required in GA for vehicles older than 1985. I don't know what the regulations are in other states, so you will have to check with your local DMV concerning registration.