Barn Find CB750 Revival - Forks / Brakes / Wheels / Tires - EP5

[@maxxcherry6955]

I like the fact that you take things one step at a time, and do things rite the first time !

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I try to for sure. Stuff like the chain and swingarm bushings will get replaced soon but for now they are fine for a test ride.

[@Nancelot13]

It is so nice to know that I am not the only person left that appreciates these old bikes and goes to the trouble to renew instead of just replacing everything. These bikes were timeless and are still unmatched in quality, ridability, and just being fantastic, well made motorcycles that are fun to ride! That thing is looking great! I'll be watching this video a few times I'm sure...lol. I do love the pipes they put on these bikes. Never liked the bell pipes, but I've always loved these.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

This bike has been such a joy to bring back. You will love the next videos and continued progression

[@ssteele1812]

Love seeing the CX500 Scrambler build in the background at the end. That was one of the first videos of yours that I watched.

[@stewkeene]

I like the choice of the black rims 👍🏻

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you. Id like it to be an anodized rim but its nice to just do a budget focused mod for once lol

[@clark7169]

Smart idea with the tyre install using zip ties. Saves a lot of swearing and grunting! Always loved the Honda CB. So nice to see one being restored to its former glory. Great job! 😊👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thanks Paul! The adventure bike world has turned me onto the zip ties and I haven't looked back

[@DocJonesGarage]

Loving the CB rebuild so far B.J. , I've picked up so much good information and tips from you over the past year it's crazy. Keep up the good work.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Well thank you much Doc and I'll keep cranking the videos out

[@miguelpagansr6128]

Another great video, forget about what the internet haters are saying out there. If there’s one thing I learned in my life is that you can please some of the people some of the time but you can’t please all of the people all of the time. It’s just much easier to piss everyone off and move on, you’re doing a lot more than much people out there. I think you’re doing a great thing by bringing these otherwise neglected or forgotten bikes back to life and that’s something I myself enjoy doing on my spare time when I have it. Thanks for the video and ride safe. She’s coming along beautifully, catch you on the next one.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Many thanks Miguel! Its a lot of work but I like it. Just want to be sure I'm still enjoying it

[@miguelpagansr6128]

@@BrickHouseBuilds as long as you enjoy it that all that matters, in ways I can relate to you thanks for posting.

[@michaelhamlin9623]

I've always loved the black wheels, did a Dennis Hooper inspired Harley with powder coated black wheels and chrome spokes!! Motors from the Past.

[@MM_in_Havasu]

Very cool! Honda used to make a factory dual front disc conversion, likely unobtanium in this day and age. Tapered roller steering head bearings make a huge difference too. Great tip on using zipties to secure the tube inside the tire and then mounting it! Sure beats heck out of risking pinching a tube(thinking all of us have been there & done that with our bikes). 3 master links? Someone pieced together a drive chain for that bike for sure. I'd invest in a fresh drive chain. Glad to see this SOHC 750 Honda getting pressed back into service, great video! Thanks man!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thanks Mark! I plan to eventually do a dual disc up front. I have the matching rotor and caliper mount already but need a caliper and likely a goldwing master. That will come in time. The biggest benefit to the zip ties is that you are only sliding essentially one bead over the rim instead of two. It is so much faster!

[@tiffinthyme5822]

Hello B.J. Nice to see the bike being brought along in a sympathetic manner. Great video covering many facets of a rolling restoration. I hope it inspires others to have a try at this themselves. I must admit I had to re-watch the seal going into the fork,…the light shining on the seal made it appear to be upside down! I knew that would not be the case, so it was a weird illusion! Keep the video’s coming! Cheers Kevin

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you! Fork seals can absolutely be deceiving and take some studying to make sure they are the right way up but yes these are in correct. Lots more on this bike to come as I enjoy it

[@MotoMango]

Zip tie method is brilliant!! Totally using that :)

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Give it a shot! You will love it!

[@kjelljensen5171]

You've got to balance your tyres. It will make a significant difference!!! Youre videos are superb!!! Please excuse my spelling. Im 52 and I'm from Norway!!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Only at 90 do I feel anything on this bike. Ill balance eventually when I do wheel bearings

[@nl834]

Great episode! Dont mind the haters, saw your post a few days ago. I like your videos, helped me ALOT! Cheers from Finland.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I appreciate that! Glad they are helpful!

[@daenglulung8141]

Detail ferfecto restor!!!!,from makassar indonesia

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you much!

[@keithagn]

I really enjoyed this video; keep up the good work on this bike. I remember when they were brand new, and fab! Regards from Canada 🇨🇦

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you much Keith!

[@danthemowermedic4444]

Sweet jams man! I recently started fixin up my girlfriend's bike I got her. 82 CM450A She cant do a clutch and originally picked it up for 300. Ran through the carbs then synced and tank. Inside the tank was flawless, and then electrical and brakes and tires. Putting a new gear shift arm in and a new ignition switch in it to get it back to road worthyness lol

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I have really had some fun on the 400t bikes! She will have a great time on it

[@murraykriner9425]

Making the grade slowly with this one. Thanks for sharing.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thanks Murray. Look for a new video on the bike this Monday!

[@murraykriner9425]

@@BrickHouseBuilds great news. Will be staying tuned.

[@katywalker8322]

In the UK Sealey sell some extra long punches (presume a USA supplier sells an equivalent). Well worth it to greatly reduce the chances of belting your fingers when knocking steering head bearings out, etc. Looking good and a nice pace. Wish I didn’t get easily distracted.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I could definitely use some

[@katywalker8322]

@@BrickHouseBuilds , code for them is AK9147. Certainly saved me some pain!

[@arfreeman11]

The black rims look great and might have changed my mind on getting my wheels rechromed or replaced. Definitely getting the tapered steering bearings.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

The taper bearings are a must IMO. Really improved feel

[@mikeopenshaw9128]

Great work buddy! 👍😎

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya Mike

[@nevoeirodenso]

Maravilhosos seus vídeos! Me fazem reviver a época q essas jóias rodavam entre nós. Lembra meu tempo de oficina.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Glad it brought those good memories

[@virgilastacy5281]

looks good preserving the metal on the rims excellent idea get it rolling and do what you want to it GBU later

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

100% Ita not a perfect solution but gets me on the road to enjoy the bike

[@slimjim3229]

Looking good. This series takes me back to junior high when my dad had a Honda 750 in the mid. 70s. He ended up building a soft tail chopper out of it for him and mom. Seeing this makes me wish I could gets my hands on one to restore. Keep going can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I've been seeing a few soft tail chops being dug out of garages and barns so there is still hope!

[@kimberlygaluska2832]

BJ your rims look sick! I love it. Classy, clean, tasteful. It breaks up all that shiny chrome. I will probably steal that look.. js

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya!

[@garycb8592]

Thanks for posting. Looking good.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya Gary!

[@ianfrancis7353]

There is literally no pleasing some, really enjoying seeing your bike coming back to life…..keep on keeping on. It’s your content forget the haters!! Or just remove 👍👍 Oh and black wheels is a good look in my book, bring on more CB progress…..

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you Ian! Again I hate to just block people but now they give me no choice

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I'll have another cb750 video Monday!

[@ianfrancis7353]

@@BrickHouseBuilds Cool 😎 I’ll be watching

[@Martin_IPL5990]

That's a novel way of getting a tyre and tube on the rim, very good......

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

It makes quick work!

[@bradrichards6107]

Thanks for the great video. I used to own a 1977 CB750 about twenty years ago. Seeing your bike brings back many memories. Keep up the great work. How is the CBX project coming along?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thanks Brad! The CBX has not made any progress since my last update unfortunately. With the new parts venture starting up that has required a ton of my time to shift my business around so the cbx has just sat idle. The next move is still to vapor hone the cases and begin reassembling the engine.

[@MotoMango]

Yaaaaaaas! Revive all the old Hondas xD Great work, Bj!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya!

[@jimclarke1108]

Great work bud, professional as well🏁

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you much Jim!

[@gustavoarielalassia]

Excellent vídeo my friend greetings 👈🏋️

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you much!

[@wickedreamz8743]

That zip tie method is genius!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Definitely not my idea but once I tried it I am hooked.

[@roamingearth915]

Great video !! Thanks

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Glad you like it thank you!

[@ACECafeBikes]

Really good progress BJ - looking good. Nice to watch you work - loved the opening sequences - 4 minutes before you even said anything - cool concept ;) Worked well

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I actually didn't plan that lol. In editing I was getting worried but it seems kinda cool!

[@FaTaLlYiLl]

I’ve been wanting to black out my rims since I got my 78. It looks soo good

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Just makes a whole different bike!

[@4800BMO]

Looks great so far!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya!

[@mikeohonda486]

Great video BJ. Allot of work done there.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thanks Mike, had to talk much less to fit this all into a reasonable length. I have a ton of clips for the next episode to go through as well

[@franklinestrada3917]

Gracias por tus vídeos, he aprendido mucho

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you much Franklin!

[@Thewatson77]

Making progress 👍🏼👍🏼

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Getting there for sure!

[@karlvanboxel561]

Nice job man I’m keen on the black wheels these old cb750s r all over the place they make a nice cafe not sure how many Honda made but they made em prettty durable My old Kawasaki z1000 clutch cable broke at around midnight on a motorway a kind ol chap picked me up on one was showing about 60000miles but I’m guessing it was more ran like a top I’m also watching tomboy a bit as she’s building her one into cafe 👍

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you! I just thing the black rim look on these bikes is perfection so I'm happy to do it on the cheap lol. I have seen her videos pop up but have only seen the first episode I believe.

[@Rick-4552]

I had never seen the zip ties before but will definately be using that trick !

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Once you do there is no going back lol

[@iadubber]

I like the black wheels man! Looks good so far!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I dig it as well. Thank ya!

[@stevewilkin3977]

Love to get my hands on one but they’re hard to find at a reasonable price in the UK.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Yea we are lucky enough to still have them at fair prices

[@bertbog5088]

Great content as always - I hope that the new venture is taking off as well :)

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you! It goes live this Monday and we are excited!

[@banditnev]

Looking forward to de-rusting of the fuel tank can't wait.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I really want to make it a very info packed video so I'm excited to make it

[@bradrennick2919]

Great work as always BJ

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya Brad!

[@bradrennick2919]

@@BrickHouseBuilds how long do you leave parts in the ultrasonic cleaner (on average)? I.e. - carbs, calipers, average filthiness

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Between 5 and 10 minute sessions. Carbs usually require 2 to 3 10 minute sessions for example

[@bradrennick2919]

@@BrickHouseBuilds awesome, cheers

[@butchholliday6600]

As always, great informative content BJ! I too love the black rims and am intrigued by the ziptie method. I'm at that point on my Triumph resto and will probably go the same route, probably with some Duro 307 knobbies. Oh, don't throw out those cocktail shakers if you replace them...they'll be "period correct" on my Triumph!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thanks Butch! I won't throw them away but they will definitely be replaced in time

[@tim.iteland.9447]

The black wheels might upset purists , but as a CB series fan . The wheels look great , they really do .

[@Dazg-666]

Another good video and very helpful aswell.keep up the good work ride safe bro 👍👍🤘🤘

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thanks Daren!

[@firestorm755]

As we say over here, that looks tasty!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

🙏🙏 thank ya!

[@jamiestanley8774]

Hay from nz . In sittn here with my front break and swingarm assembely and im trying to find replacement bolts to reattach and the adjustable bold is slightly s/bent and had no groove for setting spring tension . Sucks being in nz . Cant find yet .

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

That can definitely be frustrating

[@mlbabineaux]

I"m curious.... Were all of the wheel bearings still good?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

They felt fine rotating by hand but are something I want to replace in the near future

[@lucasnilsson2952]

When you paint the rims, do you replace the spokes after? Or how do you otherwise save the spokes from catching paint?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

No I simply wiped them off after with a rag and acetone. Same labor as taping them off individually

[@strshooter7399]

Great video 🤗. Couple questions?? I changed out the std ball bearings in my 85 CB650SC to TRBs. (This was a long time ago, so bear with me). I found I couldn’t get the tension on the bearings where they were just right. Too tight, and the bike would weave going down the highway, too loose, and, well you’d feel the slight slop in the triple clamp using the front brakes. I switched back to std ball bearing (new races and new ball bearings of course). I had that mc a long time, and I thought I switched back to TRBs, but I can’t remember, BUT, in your experience, have you ever noticed a “weave” induced but over tightening the triple clamp bearings? I’m not saying you over tighten the new TRBs, but was curious if you’ve had any weave/tracking issues using TRBs and/or having them too tight? Anyways, great trick with the tie straps. Heard about it, but Never seen it done👍 Great job 🤗😎👍

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Hmm I can't say I've ever had trouble getting TRB set up just right. I wonder if there was something bent or slightly misaligned on the 650 that was causing that. It can be tricky to find that balance and I'm sure ill have to go back to adjust these but I can get it in the ballpark.

[@jeffshootsstuff]

Do you wipe off the spokes with solvent after spraying the wheel? Looks good

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Yes I did. I figured the same amount of energy and consumables if I would have masked

[@jeffshootsstuff]

@@BrickHouseBuilds Makes sense.

[@EjunCustom]

i love your channel..awesome

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you much!

[@grahamhider3754]

I like it. Will you change the tailpipe looks like a British bike one. All the best from England ❤️👍🔧🏍

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Oh those pipes won't be on for long 😎

[@letmwhirl]

Just purchased a 78cb750 and have pulled the forks for a rebuild and powder coating the lowers. How much fork oil did you pour in for each cylinder and what type of oil did you use?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

That info will be in your service manual. The volume can change per year so it's best to get correct information

[@katherynscleaning5807]

I'll link a few parts sellers in teh description. I love it

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Yup, they are linked

[@katherynscleaning5807]

@@BrickHouseBuilds I loved the misprint.

[@gottathrow]

Painted the rims with spokes, then spokes were magically cleaned off? Did you just go back after painting them and clean them off individually? Time consuming? Was there a trick?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I went back and used cloth strips soaked with acetone to clean them off. I felt it was the same amount of labor as individually masking

[@stevenwarner7348]

Alright now. There is more information here. Did you actually wipe each spoke after painting the rims? I"m looking forward to try that o so brilliant zip tie technique on some new tires. The rear brake redo looks pretty normal. But not gonna lie. B.J. ~ your work with a toothbrush and cleaning up metal surfaces is way way over the top. I think I'm going to kick the snowblowers off the motorcycle lift and just begin with a toothbrush. Thank you again for all of this. Just great! 〰✨👍✨〰

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Yes I actually did wipe each spoke. I figured it was the same amount of time as individually taping them off. The toothbrush is my secret weapon

[@blipco5]

I rode my friend’s 1970 cb750. He rebuilt the front and rear brakes. The front brake is stunningly bad; the very definition of "wooden brakes".

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Definitely not great but my klr650 may be even worse lol

[@blipco5]

@@BrickHouseBuilds Wow. No excuse. Anyways, you’re taking the right path with the CB. It’s an iconic motorcycle and will always hold its value. When I rode my friend’s 1970 cb750, it was the first time I ever rode one. It felt like I was riding an important piece of history.

[@Nancelot13]

What tires ya got there? I like em Im looking for a set similar to those and a set similar to the real chunky ones on the brown Honda above.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

They are linked in the description actually

[@lowellfunk8974]

Wow, I really like the black on the wheels! Just curious whether you have ever color matched wheels to the green of the original tank color? I'm thinking of doing exactly that with my '73 CB 360T. What are your thoughts on this? Cheers

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I've never color matched rims to paint. Just my opinion but I don't prefer the looks. We can all be different though

[@kostia_mu]

I had the same reaction on a Timelapse Video restoring BMW steering rack… it was like a piece of art but the people hated because it’s not a tutorial… people blame your for their wrong expectations… but I still wonder why u block them… let it be it ist waste of time :) good luck 🍀

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thats definitely frustrating! I'm trying to crack the code of people wanting me to narrate the videos while also talking less, showing every detail yet making the videos shorter lol. 😅😅

[@Badenhawk]

What are you spraying for the zip tie method? Soapy water or the PB blast chain lube? Or silicone lube, I couldn't really tell lol. Is that just for wheels with an inner tube or is this great for tubeless as well? I image it's great for both, I need to do my own tires some time, local shop only charges $50 if the wheels are off the hike though.

[@daveco1270]

That was smart, putting the top end of the rubber boot on the ear before sliding the fork in. It seems obvious, but that's the first time I've seen someone do it that way. Did you tape off the spokes when you painted the rims... and what kind of paint did you use?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank ya Dave! Are you talking about the entire headlight mounting bracket and fork boot? I've actually never looked at how anyone else does the job so this is just how I went about it. Not sure if its unconventional or not. For the paint I used an SEM primer and trim black. I didn't mask and simply went back and wiped the overspray from the spokes after I was done. I figured both methods were equal in time and materials.

[@Damon95yj]

IM GOING TO TRY THAT ZIPTIE TRICK!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Once you do there is no going back! Worth the price of the zip ties 100%

[@Retirement_Life]

Lovely bike and I agree with your view on the wheels painted black to protect them for the future. Who was playing the music from around 14:00 onwards?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Thank you! That song is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5OciZZnqNuXrrs

[@Retirement_Life]

@@BrickHouseBuilds thanks, BJ. I’ve listened to all four of the tracks and love that style of music.

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

@@Retirement_Life I've been really trying to cater the music to my audience which has split. This bike and my cbx draw a more "experienced" ;) crowd so blues/rock/guitar focused music. My cx videos and other builds I have more lofi/beats/uptempo tracks. Glad you like it and I'll use more of it

[@frankfernandez4155]

What tires did you put on those bike? Duro?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

They are linked in the description actually

[@Kiera9977]

Hi you are not balancing those wheels? Regards from Poland. Love you chanel

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I did not balance them. If they need it I will

[@mazdaRX7fdrdgen]

I use ziptie method and really pleased with it. Do you balance wheels?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

I dont typically but its definitely something I should work to do more

[@mazdaRX7fdrdgen]

@@BrickHouseBuilds I do but was wondering if I should :)

[@donzimmer63]

Hey BJ - who is you preferred vendor for CB750 carb rebuild kits? Starting my first CB750 "refreshtoration" this week and it'll be one of the first jobs to tackle. Thx!

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Refreshtoration is a term I'm now stealing lol. I typically just buy the rubber pieces and gaskets as I clean the original brass. I know dime city cycles, 4into1, and randakkas all sell carb kits for the bikes that include the brass but always inspect carefully to make sure all the parts are correct

[@donzimmer63]

@@BrickHouseBuilds Darn, should have copyrighted "refreshtoration". lol

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

@@donzimmer63 Its a great term!

[@stevenwarner7348]

Class time. 〰✨〰. ✨👍✨ 〰.

[@joernmchale5733]

Not trying to sound dumb, but you don’t need to balance the new tires?

[@theamishhitman71]

was that the joe rogan mr beast pod cast lol?

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

Dang good ear!

[@JamesWasHere31]

bro chance the chain

[@BrickHouseBuilds]

What?