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I have wanted a Super Magna
since the day they were made. I was riding across
Washington State on my dad’s ‘82 CB 650 when a ’88
Magna and Shadow passed me. I was so impressed with
the looks of that Magna, that I have wanted no other
bike. Between not enough money or not enough time
(funny how if you have one, you don’t have the
other!) I didn’t get a Super until July of 2000. It
was a little rough after being on the Island of Oahu
(where I am currently stationed) for a few years. If
you think you have corrosion problems, bring a 14
year old bike here and let it sit outside for a
while. Most of the engine was so corroded the
aluminum finish was just falling off in white chunky
flakes. All the chrome was covered with surface
rust. Dents in the tank, paint all faded, turn
signals cracked, etc., etc. I only paid $1500 for it
though. After endless days and weeks of grinding,
scrubbing and polishing, buying new parts like the
tank, side covers, air cleaner covers, turn signals,
and instrument cover, it is starting to look
presentable. I should have taken some good close-ups
of how bad it was. I have included what pics I do
have though. ...Aloha |
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Owner: |
Scott Hammond |
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Bike: |
1987 Honda Magna VF700C |
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