1976 175 Cross Country Project

[Crashaholic]

Good job. I can certainly identify with the time that goes into a project like this.

Reminds me that even the small displacement Huskys are good looking bikes.

So whats the plan, are you going to race or is the 175 going to be a casual rider only?

 

[Max R]

Good job. I can certainly identify with the time that goes into a project like this.

Reminds me that even the small displacement Huskys are good looking bikes.

So whats the plan, are you going to race or is the 175 going to be a casual rider only?

Not any racing around Memphis that I know of. Plan was to be a casual rider.

 

[wallybean]

I have spare 175 pistons and rings lying around if you need them.

 

[oldbikedude]

Great job on the bike.......keep those trailer bearings greased & buy a spare spindle to carry just incase.

 

[Max R]

Thanks to all who helped on this project.
Time for credits:
Fletcher's Cycle in Memphis - Cylinder boring and clean up, wheel truing and tire mounting.
Jim Brown - Tank detailing and clear coat
Vintage Husky - Seat foam, cover, gas cap, fenders and mudguard
Husqvarna parts Arizona airbox mounts, number plates, number plate mounts, power dynamo ignition, kill switch, perch covers
DC Plastics handlebar, Uni air filter
Buchanan Spokes front and rear spoke sets
Ebay sellers:
Motomwo - airbox, safety non conformance and warranty disclaimer labels
Classic cycles tank decals
Tritrophy Magura grips
Phoenix motorcycle parts, llc Betor forks

 

[suprize]

what about café husky??? How come we don't get a toot??

 

[Max R]

what about café husky??? How come we don't get a toot??

Pardon my omission ... and thanks to Cafe Husky for providing more inspiration and information on vendors. The parts list i found here was probably the first step I took to figure out what was gonna be needed and some assembly info. And last but not least, showcasing my progress for inspiration to others in their quest to restore their 175's.
I was hoping Binx would have success on his 175.

 

[Richard Colahan]

Great job!!!

 

[Eurofreak]

I really enjoyed your build thread. Very nice 175!

 

[Picklito]

I have a soft spot for the 175 Husky's, and you did a great job. How bout a ride report?

 

[huskyJames]

Awsom job man, I love it

 

[Bigbill]

Once one project is finished I tend to feel I need another one to restore. That's probably why I end up with so many. Nice job. How hard is it to find 175 parts.

 

[Max R]

Once one project is finished I tend to feel I need another one to restore. That's probably why I end up with so many. Nice job. How hard is it to find 175 parts.

I didn't have any problems finding parts for the 175. I did hear that the brake shoes for the Leliu hub are difficult to find but the ones I had were ok. The main problem I had was allocating funds for the rebuild. That was the main reason it took so long to complete.
I do have another project in the works - a 1976 250cr. It will almost be as much to do on it as the 175. I have considered just rebuilding the 250cr engine and putting it in the 175 frame and working on the 250 frame, wheels, etc at my leisure.

 

[Max R]

I have a soft spot for the 175 Husky's, and you did a great job. How bout a ride report?

I'm working on that ... I've only ridden it in my back yard a few times with no room to get it "on the pipe" ... I got close and the front end got pretty light , so it feels like it has pretty good power. I have access to some land I can really run it up on but every time I plan an outing, the bottom drops out with rain ... right now, I'm reluctant to "get it dirty" or muddy ... I will post videos as well, as soon as I can.

 

[Max R]

Ride Report ... I finally got to really ride the 175 Sunday (3/19). It was still hard to start but it did get going after a downhill coast. Once it started, it ran pretty well, considering it hasn't been ridden for many years. I mixed oil rich for the initial tankful, an old habit I have since my first new dirt bike back in the 70's. It smoked a bit but that could be old oil n stuff in the pipe burning off. The silencer was repacked prior to the ride, so that wasn't the culprit. I ran it on uphills, downhills and some woods riding. Wish I had a vintage MX track to play on, this bike feels more like a CR than a WR. It has pretty good power and a definite power band. When it "gets on the pipe" hang on ! It has been at least 20 years since I have ridden a 2 stroke dirt bike and I had so much fun. I was kinda sore Monday morning and add allergy issues to that. I did blow out a seal on one of the original Girling shocks, but considering it was an original and I am sure I exceed the original design load, I am glad it happened late in the day so I could get a good amount of ride time in. I pulled the Amal off to check it out and found that I had overlooked the start jet. It was clogged big time. I cleaned it as well as every other passage and jet I could find so I hope the 175 will run better next trip out. Here is a pic taken between rides . I had a friend shoot some video, so as soon as I can split it into smaller segments, I will post it.

 

[Picklito]

Awww-Geez. You're really trying to make me get one, aren't you.

 

[wrx]

awesome restoration good luck with it.

 

[suprize]

how good is it riding these old dungers....love it

 

[Eurofreak]

Nice! Always liked 175's. Sounds like the clogged pilot will fix some of your problems

 

[justintendo]

living the husky dream!