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I typically keep the tank FULL with Ethanol Free fuel, and drain the carbs completely. Some have recommended keeping the carb bowls full too.

'79 750 has a very small oil leak. Looks like pan gasket. Is it possible to drain the oil before storage WITHOUT re-filling with oil until Spring next year? Thanks

Randakk's has rebuild kits, but don't include jet needles. He recommends re-using the originals as they are better quality. Carbs may have been rebuilt by previous owner, and not sure what they used. Guess I'll find out eventually.

Thank you, sir. I don't use fuel with ethanol, however, assume that in the life of a 40+ year old motorcycle that I've owned for only 2 years, it probably had ethanol fuel at one time. Will check your references. Any comments on several suppliers from Canada....Parts N More, vintagecb750.com...

Could someone kindly recommend best source for quality re-build kits? Thanks

Like this....... 1981 model.......

I had the same problem. Replacing the bulb fixed it.

Mine came with an aftermarket master cylinder attached, but had the original. Cleaned the reservoir and bore. Ordered a new rebuild kit, and installed. Rebuilt the caliper and installed that too. Connected the brake line, and began pumping the brake lever. Watched the air bubbles rise up into...

Complete parts set including pads for front brake caliper. Listing "for parts only", however, may be serviceable with some refurb and gasket set. $40 plus shipping. Any questions...just ask. Thanks for looking.

A mechanic made this for me. Piston stuck on a caliper from a '79 750. Grease gun pumped the piston out easily.

My '81 Custom had one broken tab on one of the covers. I drilled a small hole in the cover and ran a cable tie through the hole and the grommet. It was hardly noticeable and held the cover on securely. If more than one tab is broken, you may want to consider replacing the cover. If you can find...

Understand. The arm indicators at the axle slot are hidden on both sides by the exhaust, making visual adjustment difficult by that method. Was using the notches on the chain adjusters. Making progress, but still need to tweak the axle alignment. Your advice about the free play with rider is...

I settled on a 130/90. It's been without a rear wheel for a couple weeks as I first ordered a 120/70. That was a little too small, so I returned for a 130/90. Had the tire put on, and went to re-install on the bike. Everything fit together (chain, brakes, spacers, nut, chain adjusters etc.)...

For sure. Actually found a complete caliper for a '79....it will need a bit more work to make it a serviceable replacement. Am almost done rebuilding my caliper and master cylinder. So many of these parts are unavailable...thought it prudent to have a spare. Thank you again.

Looking closer....the 1981 Custom's left carrier (part that attaches the caliper to the fork) is much different. Bolt spacing is farther apart.