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Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by Polock, Mar 3, 2017.

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  1. XJ550H

    XJ550H Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    we have a member here who has a tank for sale as of a few weeks ago.
    you could always sell the aftermarket parts to recoup some of the price you pay
     
    XJ550H, Oct 29, 2017
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    MattiThundrrr Not a guru

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    Must be tired of turning.
     
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    That's exactly what I told him
     
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    XJ550H Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    I always dislike it when the mileage isn't disclosed in the ad. Sure it's a project. But is it a project that'll contain a positive end result?
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    .... and wrong front turn signals....
     
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    Yeah, I saw that, and I'm curious about their info. Only 750 of that model? Anyone confirm or deny?
     
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    XJ550H Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    maybe that model with an oil cooler and in Canada. o_O maybe add a zero. that would make them rarer than the 900

    maybe he ment only 750 had been defiled so much is missing
     
    XJ550H, Oct 31, 2017
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    MattiThundrrr Not a guru

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    Blurg? Double post.
     
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    Thanks Dave. Still no exact number. Why wouldn't Yamaha keep records of these things? And release the info to the public? I can find piano databases galore, but not much for bikes!
     
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    XJ550H Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    anyone in Canada have a higher VIN
     
    XJ550H, Oct 31, 2017
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    They probably did.....just no one has been able to uncover that kind of info yet
     
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    Wow!!!!!......wouldn't touch for that kind of money, but it looks like it could be a fun project to mess around with when nothing else is going on
     
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    A Japanese bike broken down to bits is parts only.
    Unless it is some rare race bike it's just not worth the hassle and expense of reviving.
    A British bike or Harley is different. Restorations are much easier (but not cheaper) since the aftermarket support it.
    I built a BSA from jumble I thought was complete but ultimately was missing a lot of bits.
    It astonished me to find many obscure parts re manufactured and available brand new.
    All you need to restore a Brit bike is some old engine cases and a thick wallet.
    The Harley just needs a thick wallet.
    As time goes on this may change as more guys begin restorations of Japanese bikes and their value increases.
    Lots of stuff for Kawasaki Z1's are being re manufactured, probably triples now to.
    Chacal is doing an amazing job with our XJ's.
     
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    Yes.... now that my bike is running really well, I think I'll completely disassemble it... :confused:
     
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