well it's hard too say really,but if it is in decent running order i'd paint the tank,side covers, and fenders.then replace all the rusted crap,and polish all the aluminium.(this is the qwickest and cheapest way to go)


u also have to decide if u want to paint the frame ,and totally rebuild the carb and motor...and check everything on the bike to make sure its up to par,so u know the whole bike will run good for many years.(this is what i'd do)

it all depends on how far u want to take the restoration,and how much cash u want to spend.

good luck

chop into a bobber.

You say the bike is mechanically sound, so it looks like you want to do a cosmetic restoration. The first thing I would do is clean up the engine with varsol and a brush. Take off the wheels next and do a good job of cleaning them. Use SOS pads or steel wheel on the spokes then shine up the hub with a metal polish. I recommend Autosol. Use chrome polish on the rim. With the wheels off you can better clean the swingarm and underside of the engine. If the painted surface is not going to be resprayed, I would rub it down with rubbing compound, then follow with polish then a couple of coats of wax. If the chrome is lightly pitted or lightly rusted you can restore it with chrome polish and elbow grease. Take off the complete exhaust system so you can get at the underside and clean it properly. This will keep you busy for several days. Let us know how you are making out.