Barn Find Motorcycle Restoration: 1972 Honda CL350 Scrambler Part 1

Found a classic 1972 Honda CL350 Scrambler left outside behind a barn! In Part 1 of this vintage motorcycle restoration series, we take a close look at this Facebook Marketplace score, map out a plan for a complete teardown to the frame, and see what it takes to start a project when the engine is completely seized. Produced from 1968 to 1973, the Honda CL350 represents the absolute pinnacle of commercial success for the Honda CL series. Often called a "street scrambler," it was factory-modified for dual-sport appeal with its iconic high-mount upswept exhaust, taller fenders, and a 19-inch front wheel. Built during Honda's golden era of rugged reliability, its 325cc OHC parallel-twin engine pushed out 33 horsepower and was famously capable of revving all the way to 9,500 RPM—an engineering marvel for its time. Over 600,000 Honda 350 twins were sold in the U.S. alone, making them an absolute staple of vintage motorcycle history and a dream for modern garage builders. Whether you're working on a Honda CL350, a CB350 Super Sport, or an SL350 Motosport, these classic Honda 350 twins share a ton of identical DNA. If you've ever wanted to get into motorcycle restoration but didn't know where to start, this step-by-step garage series is for you. We cover the essential beginner tips, from saving rusty hubs to the hidden trick for removing a vintage motorcycle gas tank without breaking anything. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Tour of the 1972 Honda CL350 Barn Find 4:51 - Essential Gear & Beginner Restoration Tips 5:37 - Preparing to Tear Down a Vintage Motorcycle 7:32 - How to Remove a Motorcycle Gas Tank (The Hidden Trick) 9:44 - What’s Next & Previews of my Finished 1970 CB350 Drop a comment below if you've got a vintage Honda 350 twin project in your garage! What are your go-to tips for freeing up a stuck motor? Support the Channel: https://www.keeponwrenching.com