Is an old 1970's era Honda CB 350, 500 or 750 a good or bad choice for a starter

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motorcycle? I have always liked the looks of these bikes but am new to riding. If not... any suggestions? I don't really want to spend more than $3,000 on a bike.
 
If it's in good shape. any used bike that fits you and your budget will do.
The Honda 350 was the standard trainer for years'
Buy it used, learn to ride, drop it a few times, wash it off and sell it to another beginner for about what you paid for it.
The 500 and 750 are alittle different because they are bigger. The CB750 was very tall.
 
You can get a GREAT looking old 350 Honda for $1,500. They run forever and they are really easy to work on. The 4cyls are a lot more complicated but they are still great machines. They just need more work to keep them working.

Look for the CL350 with the high pipes. It is one of the coolest retro machines you will ever find. The 350 Honda will top nearly 100 mph and go 75 all day long on the highway. They even handle really well for an old bike on skinny rims. Just leave yourself a long time to stop. The drums aren't really strong and they fade if they are abused.

Other than that?

You would be making a great choice.
 
Great bikes, I had a 70' CD450 myself. You won't be disappointed. They are even easy to work on and the parts are readily available if it goes down on you.
 
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