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Should I buy it? 1982 Maxim 750

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  1. macnifico

    macnifico Member

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    Hello, everybody!

    I saw this motorcycle advertised in a nearby city.
    Guy selling it says it runs well, and needs only the velocimeter cable.
    He's asking $1,000 firm.
    I think it is a bit too much, and I don't like the black motor.
    And the handlebar looks strange, is not the original. ???
    Opinions? Advice?
    TIA
    macnifico
    Saludos desde Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico.


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  2. chacal

    chacal Moderator Moderator Supporting Vendor Premium Member

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    It's a 1982 XJ750 Maxim.........the right side cover has been replaced with something shiny, the mifflers are non-stock, the seat has been recovered, the horns look non-stock, but other than that, it's looks pretty original. Those are the original style handlebars for that bike.

    And the engine should be bright, rather than black.
     
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  3. macnifico

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    Thank you for your fast response.
    I don't know why the motor was painted black, I don't like it that way.
    The mufflers are from a Harley Davidson, and very loud, I'm told.
    But is a thou a good, high, or just so price?
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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  4. TIMEtoRIDE

    TIMEtoRIDE Active Member

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    Don't forget the missing grab bar and back rest.
    You'll have to hear it run and drive it to see if the engine/carbs are right.
    Another strike against it is "unknown" miles

    Money talks- - why don't you show the guy what $700 looks like. . .
    Best of luck.
     
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  5. Wyldman

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    Seems high to me. I payed 1K for the bike in my gallery BUT it only had 10K miles on it and it was in GREAT condition all the way around.
     
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  6. macnifico

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    Mmmmh, yea. I didn't think about the non-working speedometer/odometer.
    $700? Maybe, I'll have to call him.
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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  7. macnifico

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    It looks like he's asking too much, then.
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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    imo its not work it.....i recently bought the same bike but in better condition for $275. Either i got an insane deal or this guy is trying to pull something over on someone.
     
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  9. macnifico

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    I think you got an insane deal... :D
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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    $1000 is too much I paid that for mine 12 years ago but they are wonderful bikes. The velocimeter cable is a cheap easy fix.
     
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  11. macnifico

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    I will offer $600, and will go to $750 tops.
    I already have the XJ750 Seca, but it needs a few small repairs. However, my trusted mechanic has too much work, and I need something to ride. So I tought that this could be a good buy. But I don't like the black-painted motor.
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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  12. RickCoMatic

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    A Grand for that Bike?
    No thank you.
    I realize that the Engine and most of the Bike got a fully custom, two or three can, eight to ten-dollar paint job.
    That comes right off the top, because it looks terrible.
    $990.00
    Replace Custom Breadbox left Side Cover with Used OEM Cover $80.00
    $910.00
    Remove Rust. 2 Hrs Labor @ $20.00 per Hr. $40.00
    $870.00
    Replace Grab rail. Used part. Ebay > $40.00
    $830.00
    Clean Carbs. Kits + Labor $29X4+$275 = $391 "Call-it 390"
    $440.00
    Mileage: Below 20,000 + $150.00
    $590.00 Low Miles
    Mileage: Above 30,000 - $375.00
    $455.00 High Miles
     
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    $1000 is way too much for that bike. I agree with RickCoMatic's breakdown.
     
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  14. macnifico

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    :D :D :D
    Thank you, YVRxj650 and RickCoMatic
    That's why I'm asking for advice.
    So, $500 would be a fair, even high price?
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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    That_guy,

    Sounds to me like you got an insane deal. I paid $1000 for my bike 18 months ago. It was in better shape than the one that macnifico is looking at.

    Love the bike though.

    mikeg
     
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    Truthfull I'd pay no more than $350 and then start redoing it myself. JMOOC
     
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  17. macnifico

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    Yea, first thing to go should be that dreadful black paint in the motor.
    I'll talk to the guy later, but I don't think he'll accept $350.
    And I don't want to have another "project" in my hands. :roll:
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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    if you find a bike in near pristine shape it is worth $1000 just in the labor to retore it. Though something in that condition is not worth $1000 not even close. Offer him like $600 tops and if he still wants $1000 tell him he has a free screws loose and walk away.....just walk away.
     
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    Is that electrical or duct tape on the spark plug boot????
     
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  20. macnifico

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    I talked to him, and I won't buy it.
    He's really asking too much. :roll:
    Saludos desde Reynosa.
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