The $300 Honda CL175’s Spare Engine: Hero or Scrap Metal?

The $300 Honda CL175’s Spare Engine: Hero or Scrap Metal? #vintagemotorcycle #motorcyclerewind #cl175 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCVqILEkluYk5J4oXNabkA/join In this episode, we turn our attention to the spare engine that came with the $300 1971 Honda CL175 project. The big question — will it break free or break apart? After sitting for who knows how many decades, we try every trick in the book to get this twin to turn. From gentle persuasion to the threat of the big pipe wrench, it’s a true test of patience, rust, and stubbornness. Follow along as we dive deeper into this vintage Honda twin’s second chance at life. If it comes back from the dead, it might just save this whole project. Or… it might end up as a very shiny paperweight. 👊 Mission: Get this barn find back on the road — no trailer queens here. ➡️ Subscribe and join the ride: YouTube.com/@motorcyclerewind 💬 Comment below: Think the spare engine’s got any life left? 🔔 Don’t miss the next episode — where we decide whether to rebuild or replace! 💬 Join the channel to support Motorcycle Rewind and get early access, badges, and behind-the-scenes perks. 🛠️ Subscribe to Motorcycle Rewind for more revivals, adventures, tips, and stories from the garage. Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below-we love hearing from our community of motorcycle enthusiasts and DIY heroes. ⬇️Get your Motorcycle Rewind Gear Here ⬇️ https://be40a4-4.myshopify.com Check out our great sponsors: VHT Engine Enamel Cast Aluminum https://tinyurl.com/yrjy2t6t SprayMax 2K Clear https://tinyurl.com/mu9hwjux Eastvolt 46 Pieces Drive Socket Ratchet Wrench Set https://tinyurl.com/yc43wr92 Lokithor JP400 Jump Starter/Air Compressor https://tinyurl.com/3udm5nv4 Cycplus AS2 E-Pump https://www.cycplus.com @cycplus_official Crocodile Cloth Wipes https://crocodilecloth.com/product/powerscrub-80-count/ LOKITHOR Portable Jump Starter https://amzn.to/4cdlwtX Rabaconda Street Tire Changer https://rabaconda.com Website link: https://tinyurl.com/Mukkpetninja Exclusive discount code: EM80 VEVOR Tough Tools, Half Price https://s.vevor.com/bfQUyH 5% off code for your viewers: DISCOUNT23 (Valid for all the items) The DigiSync http://tinyurl.com/thedigisync Use Promo Code "MotorcycleRewind" for $10 off your purchase Buy ANPUDS Torque Wrench https://tinyurl.com/33nf8kh2 F40 Jump Pack https://www.jfegwo.com/products/f40-4000a Use Coupon Code - REWIND and save 10% Join us on our social media channels: Facebook: www.facebook.com/motorcyclerewind Instagram: www.instagram.com/motorcyclerewind Sponsorship opportunities: If you would like to sponsor our channel contact us at motorcyclerewind@gmail.com and put the word "Sponsorship" in the subject line.