This is a 1974 Honda CB 125 turned into a re-created CL bike. These are easy to convert from CB to CL model. The only hassle is changing over the disc brake forks* to the CL drum brake forks. I picked up all the exchanged parts on ebay over the past 2 years. Tip: if you want a CL, just BUY a CL off ebay! Even getting parts as cheaply as you can, it still costs more than the finished bike is worth to convert a CB to a CL. I think I have $1500 in the bike, but it's worth $1200 at best. Sure looks cute and gets tons of stares, though :) Tip two: Re-jet the carb! Honda 100 and 125s are gutless with anything heavier than a teenager on them. and there isn't much you can do with them. But one trick is to get a main jet off a 1976 CB 125. This was a one-year-only carburetor that featured a 110 jet as opposed to the 98 jet on the earlier years. The larger jet gives it better throttle response. As to how to get the jet, I can't say. I had a 76 carb and swapped the jets out. If there is a kit for the 76 model, it will have a jet. Otherwise, you'll have to check with Honda. Note: the '76 carb will not mount to earlier year bikes. Another trick is to buy an aftermarket 22 MM air filter for better air flow. Remember--AIR FLOW = HORSEPOWER. You want as much unrestricted air going through the carb as you can get. Beyond this, KEEP THE TIMING CHAIN ADJUSTED PROPERLY! These bikes are notorious for timing chain problems. They need constant adjustment, and have a badly designed tensioning ...
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