Getting Old 1971 Honda CB 350 Running

Getting old 1971 Honda CB350 running after sitting for over 30 years

[@jeffwright9431]

In 1969 I rode a new CL350 to Fairbanks, Alaska, and back from Southern California. Then in 1973 I rode a 1971 CB350 to LaPaz, Mexico. Took a ferry to the interior and rode and crossed back into the US at Nogales. Then rode the sucker back to SoCal. Good memories. The second bike met it's end when a 1-ton dually with overhead camper backed over it at an intersection in Fresno, CA. I learned that day to keep myself in the mirrors of the cars ahead of me.

[@stanleydenning]

In 1979, I purchased a 1972 CB 350. I was 17 at the time. The bike was a basket case. ( disassembled and in boxes ) I put it back together. Made it run and then took it apart again. Made into a chopper. After a while, I decided that I didn't like it that way. Took it apart again and then turned it into a bagger. I loved that bike. She gave up the ghost in 1980 after giving me many, many miles of pleasure. I miss that 350. Even to this day.

[@unclepete100]

Brings a tear to this old fellows eye. Used one of these to make road trip in Australia in 1974. Never missed a beat, ultra reliable. Great bike.👏👍

[@retroseventy]

BEAUTIFUL JOB OF RESTORATION! When I came home from the army fifty-two years ago my neighbor friend/chum had one exactly like it. I purchased one of the dark green 1972 models. We had a lot of fun on those bikes!!

[@donparker1823]

I have always liked these bikes even though I've never owned one. My much older cousin bought one the first year they came out in 1968 when I was 14. He put TT pipes on it. I've always loved the sound of this bike. If I remember right they won the Baja 1000 a time or two on these too. My first Honda was a 1971 CB750 that I acquired in 1973. It was just magical back then.

[@Gerk8]

What a nice old bike. The owner is lucky.

[@anthonyangeli256]

Nice job on that 350. Very nice little bike. She's s real gem.

[@mattfoley6082]

This exact bike including color was my first bike back in 1985. Loved it. Brings back memories.

[@sue3810]

@@tetedur377 Me too. My father called me a Hell's Angels scum and threw me out of the house when I bought it. I was 19, it was 1973...

[@odethebear]

Mine was green, year was 1981.... Remember it so well, wonderful bike.

[@Gideon01]

I wish I had one of those when I was young. Oh, wait, I did!

[@DonnDIY]

Just bought the same 1971 Honda CB350. It's a really nice bike.

[@havok531]

Had a CB350 Four in the early seventies, but I always liked all the Honda parallel twins from that period.

[@xraywatch1943]

WOW, NICE JOB, SOUNDS LIKE A BRAND NEW BIKE FROM BACK IN THE DAY, BRINGS BACK MEMORIES

[@josephliptak]

What a great model from the early 70s. I remember seeing CB350s everywhere at anytime in the 1970s. Many even got chopped or simply had extended forks back when everyone was making choppers from whatever model and make bike they owned. Liked the CB 450s too.

[@robertcoogle4645]

I had a 71 when I was 17 years old went everywhere on that bike sure miss them days

[@jacksonhanser9147]

Dude I just got this exact same year color and got it running yesterday. It hadn’t run in 20 years.

[@radioace318la]

man, that sound brings back memories for sure. My first twin was an SL 350. What a pig it was in the dirt. I was thinking I could take my buddy on his 250 Elsinore on the homemade track. He ate my lunch and dinner with his lite ass 2 stroke 250. Thanks for the post. Cheers from Louisiana.

[@VirtualGuth]

Nice to see this old CB running once again. I just discovered your channel when one of your slot car videos popped up in my feed. I'm not sure why that was, but I'm glad that it did. Looking through your other videos is bringing back lots of memories for me. I became a Honda fan because of my dad. He started riding Honda motorcycles in the 1960's, but it was his 1970 CB350 that I was most fond of. I myself have had a number of Honda's over the years as a result, both of the two and four wheeled variety. For me it all started with a Z50 Mini Trail. These days I have a CB1100 and a S2000. Each one is awesome in it's own way, but I'd still love to have my dad's old CB350.

[@dangreene3895]

I owned one , got a used one for a grad present in 73 .

[@SinnerSince1962]

In the opening segment, I couldn't help notice that your rather large form factor took up both the driver and passenger seating areas. Wow... You're a big fella!

[@darrelldvorak9633]

I had a 71. My first bike was a Yamaha Twin jet 100. Fun but underpowered. Then I got the Honda. Where ever and when ever I wanted to go the Honda took me. Montreal to Toronto at 75 Mph, no problem. Couldn't feel my feet when I stopped to fill up, no big deal. So much fun, so much freedom.

[@dcof546]

Studers and motorcycles..Great mix!

[@upsidedowndog1256]

I have the exact same bike. Mine never ran right from new so it had like 1500 original miles. I never could get the left carb to staighten out so I installed a set of 32mm Mikunis. With a Webb Racing cam, Hap Jones 3mm oversize pistons, and a Bore Tech racing electronic ignition it is a handful now. Great fun!

[@winstonsmkr]

I loved my 71 CB , we went everywhere

[@lessaunders2553]

Hi, good to see some of the oldies being restored, I have just restored a Honda MR 175 Elsinor Enduro, I rode this in two day events for five years a wonderful motorcycle never ever let me down, always finished the events I entered in.....😀

[@charlesyates6687]

Best motorcycle ever built . I put 1 million miles on one with no major problems.

[@2ndborn186]

Seriously??

[@clchris05]

That means you have traveled 69 years without rest! Lol

[@charlesyates6687]

@@clchris05 no but i feel as though i did .

[@Bvegaaaa]

@@clchris05 I have no idea how you could’ve came up with that number considering he never mentioned how fast he was traveling? 😅

[@Butenuth]

Well done mate! I will check out an unrestored -71 runner in a couple of days and having the sound of this well sorted 350 as a reference will be very useful.

[@polloloci21]

Looks beautiful man- good job. I just got one for $400. Needs work obviously. So excited

[@cedricletourneur5980]

Of course we have enjoy the video! Magnific bike, Bigdmc. Thank's a lot!

[@Kahless911]

This channel deserves more subscribers. This is great content!

[@CharlesNolanArt]

I just love that bike and I am in awe of your knowledge! I want that exact bike, I am looking now. Thank you for sharing your work/art. I am subscribing.

[@dlsmpsn]

In 1971 a friend of mine bought a new one, and let me take it out for a short ride. I had never rode a bike before, but it was really easy to get the hang of it. I had a blast.

[@1wwtom]

Had a New '72 G model in Purple with the front disc brake that year. I loved it! Only rode it a few months till a Ford Torino coming the opposite way made a left turn in front of my face. Last I remember was standing on the pegs with the rear wheel locked cussing "You Fool, You Fool!" Woke up sometime later in the hospital with nothing broken but a bunch of stitches in lots of places. Haven't ridden a bike since. Oh Well.

[@nickwarner2453]

Look at all the rust that blew out of those old pipes

[@davidefland1985]

350 was a good running little motor. They were popular

[@71three5ohscrambler8]

I have a 71 CL350. Sweet old bikes.

[@SgtBrewdawg]

Beautiful bike! Really enjoyed this video. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@murraykriner9425]

Pretty quick fix. Must of have been well cared for, just left set too long. Kind of sad the original mufflers had ill's, but that's a gamble always. She's purring now. Great job.

[@jimantonino4394]

I took the exact model, year, color and all on an x-country trip in ‘79. 18k miles. Great little bike in its’ day.

[@Edwerdman]

Excellent work man nice bike

[@ftby59mikeD]

👍 love these old Honda's!

[@richardmathew8817]

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[@jonahfinn6852]

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[@hudsonryan8352]

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[@joecongrain7477]

What a beauty

[@dadvibes8861]

You did an amazing job!!!

[@lhunter325]

Hi, I wish you were in Texas…..I have the same Honda CB 350. It hasn’t run since 1977. Been stored in an out building. Don’t know what to with it….It only has 3600 miles. Appreciate your video. Les

[@billh.1940]

My first bike loved it! Easy to fix. Easy to ride. Try kicking it when cold or not ridden in a while. Miss Kickstarter. That rust in exhaust is most likely carbon builds up, then blown out! My next bike was a 1980 750f, not the k, the f was the first monocoupe and was the forerunner of the modern racing bikes!

[@indicharlie]

Big D is back. Expecting a new video every week now.

[@Swimfinz]

..I learned on this classic!

[@fortunatejeremy]

I wish I could get my hands on one of these

[@infantedaniel2]

Excelente... Exitos..

[@quadsman11]

Great professional job on bringing this icon of the 70's back to life ! I am a self confessed CB350 addict ! Have a near showroom perfect 1972 CB350 that I did for my wife, but unfortunately, she is a bit afraid of it, so now I will be looking for a new home for it ! If you might know of anyone who might have interest in it, Please let me know ! This bike is too nice to not be enjoyed by someone who would appreciate it ! Great video by the way ! The new to you Canon is definitely a good look and good sound quality as well !

[@SophiaPetrillosBuddy]

I'm interested if you still have it!

[@quadsman11]

@@SophiaPetrillosBuddy Yes ! Still available ! Glad to work with you on it !

[@SophiaPetrillosBuddy]

@@quadsman11what state do you live in? Hopefully not too far from me

[@rcbutler5311]

Still have the bike??

[@quadsman11]

@@rcbutler5311 My Honda CX650 ? Oh, I have it ! But I have been searching for it for about four years ! I'm not sure I would be willing to part with it ! Have significant plans for it at this point ! But still hunting for my GUZZI !

[@timcastens1150]

Nice love those bikes my brother had a 450 it was great until he wrecked it and bent the frame.

[@andreasholmberg7938]

Darrins back = instant like!

[@ryancavanaugh4479]

Serious bike!

[@SaiKumar-wd4hj]

legendary bike

[@OMENASOSEAFYTA]

I LIKE IT I WISHD ID HAD 3 OF THESE

[@ZPDSurvival]

Glad you had a new key made. +

[@tlatoanimachi]

Nice video.

[@randall1959]

The best entry level roadworthy bike ever made.

[@waseemzahoorofficial1531]

Nice looking

[@peregrinemccauley5010]

Top bike .

[@dieseltu1035]

Nice I have my dads 70 sl350 . Going to get it running this winter. I'm assuming you balanced the carbs and just didn't say anything.

[@MARSIPAANIKAKKU-wj6oy]

I LIKE IT

[@thomascondon3175]

where did you get the aftermarket mufflers?

[@normoloid]

It's a pretty awesome engine that should still definitely be made, I wish I could see and ride a "Super Monkey" with this engine in it, it would be super cool.

[@MARMELADIOPTHA]

NICE ONE

[@chuansansiaw3767]

Hoot for starter button - classic

[@sokodad]

Have 72 CB350 that I’m going to try to get going. It’s a basket case.

[@rabee2040]

Fknnn eyyy started right up no wonder why honda is always more pricer than the rest

[@nomasker1360]

What's hanging out the left pipe when you rev it ? Like a broken baffle or something .

[@JasonSimonSmith]

OMG PLEASE, PLEASE PLEASE TELL ME !! the supplier of those exhaust pipes you picked up !! Really, dearly wish I could/would pay top dollar for OE and/or NOS pipes for this bike (me personally on a ~12 year ownership of a great 'survivor-type" '72 cb350K4 bike - I've rebuilt over and over again - but a good set of true to form-ish pipes have eluded me perpetually .. No matter what I do - i'll never be able to reproduce the great sound of genuine Honda pipes - going aftermarket - The NOS on those/these pipes are just now unicorn parts..

[@smid2550]

It really sounds nice; typical Honda -

[@kevinhumphrey932]

What are these bikes worth in good running condition i have one that need a little tlc it doesn't have any damage but the paint isn't the best

[@RobotPete]

Big DMC!!!

[@gerrynightingale9045]

*'Leaving machines out in weather' seems to be 'Cause#1' for decay and ruin* (At least that's my '2-cents' after 68-yrs of life) ____________ *'Honda' virtually defines 'Motorcycle' to me and millions of others, and the fact that an old machine can be given 'TLC' and 'purr back to life' saying 'Get on my saddle and let's RIDE!' proves Honda's reputation as 'tough as nails'*

[@123pwop]

Where are you located, I need a mechanic like yourself, for basically the same thing you did on this bike . I`m in Pennsylvania ! Thanks, Philip.

[@alecnull]

Trying to figure out how well I'd fit on one of these bikes. Mind if I ask how tall you are? Slightly worried I might be a bit too long for the bike.

[@bigdmc1]

I am 6‘3“ and 220 pounds

[@pacoguerilla3097]

Extra job. My brother has the same bike from 1973 (in perfect condition when he stopped riding), aubergine colour, stuck in the garage in south of france since 1978, I believe. He’s living in France, but as we are definitely angry, I cannot share your video with him. Should you send me you email @, I will send you his, so that you could propose to restart it. Congratulations for this amazing restart. I’m impressed 👍 And the bike is beautiful.

[@waseemzahoorofficial1531]

Meray pass b hai Honda cb 350 model

[@zachwrench]

I had the same bike first road bike I bought never should have sold it

[@shivkp5769]

Sounds like new Honda CB 350 😁

[@Moonlight-hq3gi]

cb 350 is continuation of this legendary bike series😎 cb series🤘

[@Moonlight-hq3gi]

but only 21 hp and 30nm torque...

[@STho205]

Yep. 21hp was just pathetic for 350cc. I have a CB250 (234cc) and it runs 18 or 19hp consuming significantly less fuel with a smooth parallel twin. I was interested in the CB350 till I saw a review and they listed the specs and it wasn't built in Japan.

[@ivanortez5505]

Hello sir how can i get a motor for these moto thanks

[@xp50player]

I had one of these. Couldn’t keep it running, carb problems.

[@WadeParish]

I notice that bike has an Indiana license plate. Are you in Indiana? If so, do you still do this type of work?

[@bigdmc1]

Yes I am in Indiana but do not have much time to work on motorcycles anymore

[@tosainu1]

Could you get my 98 Honda Superhawk 996 running right ????

[@bigdmc1]

I probably could but I wouldn’t have time barely was able to make time for this

[@tosainu1]

bigdmc1 if you find time let me know sir thanks

[@kantorobo7718]

Check the superhawk/firestorm forums there might be a member close to your location who can help you with that :)

[@barbershop7277]

I have a 69 cb 350 and after sitting for a long time I fired it up and was spitting black powder from exuast like this one was. What is the cause??

[@bigdmc1]

Rust in the exhaust

[@barbershop7277]

@@bigdmc1 ok thanks.

[@okay19903]

What's your height? Just wanted to get the bike size and seat height of the bike

[@bigdmc1]

6,3”

[@okay19903]

You've got good posture. Look taller than 6'3

[@waseemzahoorofficial1531]

For seel

[@ppatil19]

I need engine for this bike

[@frankcherry3810]

Not so sure about your ‘Opinion’ about points being better that electronic ignition

[@owen368]

In theory elctronic is better but as he says points are much easier and cheaper to trouble shoot have had both oem orginal is good aftmarket bit hit or miss quality versus price often an issue.

[@loganharrienger3571]

Only on on cylinder

[@loganharrienger3571]

One

[@mikejohn0088]

Damn. I can brush both my teeth with both hands and I walk a lot.

[@jboy2621]

You can just buy a new Honda CB350 now. They just launched the Honda H'ness CB350.

[@Moonlight-hq3gi]

yes in india ...but got only 21 hp and 30nm torque 😅...

[@johngriffin141]

Sorry, I had to stop watching when you said that the points were better than electronic ignition. I laugh at everyone who says that they can fix their points on the side of the road because with my Charlie's place electronic ignition I never have to. There is a reason no one uses points anymore.

[@STho205]

He was speaking of the cheap refit kits to convert rotor points to electronic. Those are crappy. Then he mentioned that e-ignition is now in the coils and cost $300 to replace instead of $8 and five minutes with a screwdriver. Old analog bikes are best left as they were designed. New bikes are different.

[@johngriffin141]

@@STho205 disagree, my vintage bikes run far better on electronic ignition than they ever did on points.

[@STho205]

@@johngriffin141 great. Ride on. Maybe he installed them wrong, got a really bad one, or tried it years ago and said never again. However he wasn't booing all e-ignition in his stream of consciousness YT camera talk, just the kits, then said he'd rather deal with points than a $200 coil he has to order. When the veil of antiquity is pulled away, i really doubt a 2020 bike or modernized retro will fire up in an afternoon after sitting for 30-50 years like these old analog bikes. However they run great today. Ride on man. Ride safe.

[@matthewcochran3325]

I bet you're a lot of fun at parties. I think I need to remind you that your opinion isn't worth more than anyone else's.

[@johngriffin141]

@@matthewcochran3325 sorry if the truth hurts buttercup

[@RobotPete]

You a big Trump supporter DMC?!!

[@vinlemarechal8296]

realy something of nothing.dont watch

[@spaceflight1019]

Those things used to grow on trees! Seems like every other garage had one.

[@MANSIKKARAHKA-jx5cm]

NICE ONE