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It is NOT a 10 speed motorcycle... OK, you take off 1,2,3,4,5... where's 6,7,8,etc...???
Ya 5+5=10 1st low+2nd low...+ 1st high + 2nd high... =10.
Then a 10 speed bicycle is not really a 10 speed. Exactly the same thing. 5 speeds with a high-low range giving 10 distinct gear ratios.
I've been driving my brothers CB1000 to work everyday - 45 mile round trip. I love this bike.
BTW - It's a little redundant to say "1983 CB1000 Custom", since this is the only year the bike was made. What a pity - but just makes them more rare.
Thanks for all the information (good news). I am presently purchasing a cb1000 and didn't know much about it. I have not ridden it yet, so it seems I am in for a treat.
Thanks for your comments, sounds like a good bike. I am buying this one because I just like the look of it.
I've just purchased the 83 CB1000. It has 22000 on it, but it has a little rattle in the engine. Does anyone else have this problem?
But otherwise, it runs fantastic.
I have the same problem with mine. It is especially noticable at idle, but out on the road it doesn't seem to make a difference. I still can cruise the Interstate at 65 and 70 with no problem.
I have wondered whether the valves and cam chain need adjusted again, as I haven't done this since purchasing the bike a couple of years ago.
What's a good price for this bike? I found one in excellent condition at $1500, but it has 48000 miles. Any advice?
Just bought a cb1000 custom for $1200 in mint condition and only 11000 miles on it.
Does anyone know what the cash value is? E-mail me at ghost_rider_1964_64@yahoo.com
thxs
I just got a cb100 last Friday for $1050 with 32k on the odometer (Michigan). It's a little dirty, as the guy didn't have a garage, but kept it under a tarp, so I have some cleaning to do.
I've noticed a lack of parts and accessories on-line, and just today realized they only made these for one year.. Guess I'll keep it stock, I like the looks as is anyway, but would still like to find some way of replacing some of the stuff like the seat etc.
I would recommend to anyone who has one of these, to get a service manual to help with some of the Q's I've been reading here. I just bought one on Ebay for $24 incl shipping.
I'm still at a loss as to where to get parts or accessories for this thing on-line.. any help would be appreciated.
I used to go to Dennis Kirk, but they do not even show this model.. too old or rare I guess??
Any help would be appreciated..
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I just won mine on eBay and will pick it up this Saturday. I am very excited about this, and from what I have read in the bikes background, it is a gas.
I used to drive an 18 wheeler over the road, so a 10 speed transmission appeals to me.
I need a choke cable, so if anyone knows where I can get one, let me know.
Ron
rmc1934@att.net
Hi I have a CB1000 Custom, and I can get most stuff from http://www.davidsilverspares.co.uk
He is in Leiston, Suffolk.
Hope this may help - happy riding.
I just bought a 1983 CB1000, the battery dies after a few hours after charging; is the battery shot, or could it be something in the charging system?
To the individuals who are experiencing a rattling noise: I've had this happen twice, and found two sources for noise like you described.
1) Cam chain tension too loose. Be sure to check both chains for proper adjustment.
2) Starter clutch bolts loose (behind the timing cover on the left side of the engine).
We are the original owners of a CB1000, bought very early in the year of 1983. Does anyone know where we can find VIN decoder so we can find out how many were made in '83 and other facts? The kids are grown-up and it's time to ride again :)
My beautiful 83 CB1000 had a bad experience last weekend involving a brother-in-law, and long story short, now needs a new/replacement engine. Any ideas on this? Thanks!