New Bike Needs a LOT of Work... | 1970 Honda SL175

"What am I doing buying another bike?", I ask myself. I can't get it home without dismantling it first, and I don't really have the space for it...
However it should be a fun project, and it'll be a lovely trail bike once it's done!

[@johndocbikerestorations831]

Looks a great project Alex, look forward to seeing it come together. The 175 twin is a fab engine

[@humourless682]

Thats a very rare bike! Try John Oldfield in Southampton for parts..............he has been a Honda parts dealer since 1964, and might have some things in stock for it.

[@TittertonRacing]

Good to know, thanks!

[@applemania2133]

I bought this same bike aboit s year ago, i just started working on it, any way i van get some advice for this bike?

[@TittertonRacing]

Tbh I’ve not really got started on it just yet - parts are generally quite scarce, but service items like gasket kits etc are easy enough to find. My bike has been stood for a while, so I’ll start by getting the top end off to check the bores/pistons etc. I’m also going to have the frame powder coated, which should help it last longer. I’ll make sure to post videos as they come! Good luck with your restoration 👍

[@bencluroe4183]

Hi Alex new subscriber here. Enjoying the vids mate. I’m a Black Country lad too.
I had a question if you can offer advice. I change my bike a lot, currently on a classic 350 but previously had adventure bikes. Short version I want one back but can only spend 2.5k. Any ideas what’s reliable cheap and lightish 80/20 on road /off road. I found you as I was thinking 650gs but then saw you swapped it. 😂

[@TittertonRacing]

Hi Ben - thanks for the kind words!
Tbh I’d still recommend the BMW F650GS, it’s a good road trip bike that can handle off road pretty well, and the weight is both pretty light and quite low down as the tank is under the seat. I changed to an 1150 partly because I just fancied one, but also because while the 650 is great it does feel a bit out of power when carrying a passenger and luggage etc. You should be able to get a decent 650 for £2.5k, with a good history etc. Definitely change the windscreen from stock if you’re tall though!
A slightly older alternative is the Honda Transalp 650 V-twin - well regarded, carbs rather than injection. I’ve not ridden one though…

[@bencluroe4183]

@@TittertonRacing Hey thanks for the speedy response. Funnily enough my last bike was a 650 transalp it was almost perfect I just couldn’t deal with the grumpy carbs on cold mornings. I love this 350 but it doesn’t like off roads. I’m no Dakar rider but I enjoy having the option. Think that settles it. I’ll go 650 gs would you go f or g?
I’m 6’1 so maybe I’ll need a screen change.

[@TittertonRacing]

@@bencluroe4183 I think the G650GS is the same frame, engine design etc as the F650GS single cylinder (like I had), just made in China and has a slightly newer lights/instrument cluster. You'll probably get a better-condition single-cylinder F650GS for the same money as they're a little older, whereas a later F650GS twin-cylinder will be a bit more money than the G. I think they're all meant to be really good bikes though, so there's not a right or wrong answer as such.

[@bencluroe4183]

@@TittertonRacing think I’ve found a 2003 f650 for £1700, I’m gonna
Try to squeeze a little more out of it hopefully £1500 but it’s looking like the winner. 23k on clock