Electrical Meltdown!
This ever happen to you? Randakk customer Randy Troy of Oceanside, CA recently faced this challenge during the resurrection of a ’79 CBX – the alternator harness plug was 100% “toast!”

Now What? (photo by Randy Troy)
Don’t worry, there’s an easy solution …and an easy prevention!
Recommended Honda GL1000 Timing Belt Change Interval
My recommendation for Honda GL1000 timing belts is simple: It you can’t verify their age – change them! Thereafter, my recommendation is to change them every 5 years or 25,000 miles…whichever comes sooner. Obviously, they should be inspected from time to time for any evidence of damage, oil contamination or deterioration which would warrant immediate replacement.
Motorcycle Petcocks 101
What is a petcock? Why is important to vintage motorcycle owners?

Can Proper Petcock Use Prevent This?
How To Plan A Bike Project
Restoring a vintage bike is a rite of passage for any classic motorcycle enthusiast, but it is one that home mechanics often avoid. There really is no reason to be nervous about taking on a bike project, though. With a little planning and forethought, everything usually goes pretty smoothly.
Flooding Issues on Vintage Hondas
Internally Collapsed Header on Honda GL1000?
Internally Collapsed Header on Honda GL1000?
Collapsed GL1000 Header
Example courtesy of Steve Seamans of NGWClub Forum
Honda GL1000 Timing Advance Unit Details
This simple device is critical to proper ignition function on Honda GL1000s!
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Vintage Honda Restoration Experts
If you’re visiting my web site, you’re likely as crazy about vintage Hondas as I am.
I no longer do restoration work. I recommend that you contact one of these skilled experts below for high quality restoration work.