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Thinking I might not have the time to do this. ????
Didn't have the air cleaner. Doesn't look like the OEM back plate either.
Hasn't been touched in 25+ years he said.
Looks like a project.
Does the seat have any tears?
You should be able to find an old Ham Can somewhere, but not sure what they would be worth.
I have one but it goes with my bike. Some day I'll find the seat and the Holy Grail TOOL BAG.
Looks like a project.
Does the seat have any tears?
You should be able to find an old Ham Can somewhere, but not sure what they would be worth.
I have one but it goes with my bike. Some day I'll find the seat and the Holy Grail TOOL BAG.
That is nice.
I guess I need to clean this one up.
Just not as clean as I wanted.
Great find! Don't get discouraged, dirt cleans off easy, and you have a solid piece there. Get it running (with an air filter) and figure out what it needs. It looks very original, don't be in a hurry to restore it. I bet you can get a lot of enjoyment out if it, without much trouble.
From a Bay Area Cali boy that would fetch $2500 up here.. First look appears to be all there cept for air cleaner components.
Figure a top end (valves, pistons and rings) is about the only parts needing a machine shop.
Gonna need gasket everywhere along with seals, carb rebuild, brake cylinder guts. Hopefully brake lines are still clear. Obviously tires will need replacing and all new fluids everywhere.
If you get it, take your time; looks like a good winter project and remember it can only be original once and this one damn near is. Definitely needs a lot of TLC.
Take lots of pics along the way and post away.
I paid $2500 for a bike in similar condition (1978-1/2 FXE). If the engine is free (turns over) and has a clear title it is definitely worth $2500.
Figure if you do the majority of the work, for another 2500-3000 max you are into the bike for about 5K. Youre not going to lose should you decide to sell.
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