Good morning!

[GojuRyu5]

Definitely a newbie to forums like this - and too old for much in the way of social media, but anyone who rides (or is interested in) bikes has got to be someone worth talking to.

 

I’m 50 something and enjoying touring anywhere if it gets me out. Recently started my first renovation project which is a complete strip done of a rusty 1980 Honda CB100N - my first bike. Learning new skills along the way and hoping to get in touch with people who may have tips for the work ahead.

[Tiggie]

Welcome to the forum 

[Old-codger]

Hi there and welcome to the forum, I remember many years ago rebuilding the engine on one of those little hondas after it ate the piston and a few other bits. A great little bike as with all small hondas.

[Bender]

Welcome

 

Keep the pics coming 

[bonio]

Welcome in. Looking forward to reading about your progress with the bike.

[GojuRyu5]

Thanks all. First problem was finding an engine (that’ll teach me not to buy my first project bike after a few beers and not notice the rather large hole where the motor should be).  But I now have one and will share my journey. I appreciate the welcome!

[GojuRyu5]

On 12/07/2023 at 10:18, Old-codger said:

Hi there and welcome to the forum, I remember many years ago rebuilding the engine on one of those little hondas after it ate the piston and a few other bits. A great little bike as with all small hondas.

 

Thanks bud, did you succeed in getting it running again smoothly?
 

I have now managed to get an engine for my little project from a mechanic in Plymouth, who said it had decent compression, but I guess I’ll find out in the fullness of time. I’ve never taken an engine apart, and don’t intend to unless I have to, but I’m bidding on a second parts bike at the moment and that comes with an engine in pieces - I figure that’s a good way to practice and understand the inner workings.