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

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    In the USA, The 650rj was also a NON-YICS engine

    Poor 900....missing some things---and the correct colors. That's an UGLY fairing stabilizer!!!

    Xj900rjc..... now THAT'S a clever idea:)
     
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    It's a Canadian listing. Does that make a difference?
     
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    He forgot to mention that it is quite possibly the ugliest item ever listed on ebay (and that's saying something..........).
     
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    Boss just picked one of those up not too long ago. Looks like a nice ride.
     
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    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    The Fj's are really nice
     
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    Yeah that looks like a pretty good deal actually -- in a previous life I would have flown there bought it and rode it back down through NYC - probably getting into some kind of trouble with a shitty punk band and a woman that looked good at the time. Now I have kids and two cats I'm going to have to pass ;)
     
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    wonder what she looks like now.....
     
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    I suspect beautiful on the inside...
     
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    We've already talked about this one in a couple other forums already.

    Nutshell, it's advertised as original condition, but there are a bunch of things that are not original, including the paint. First time around on eBay, it went to just over $1800 and reserve was not met. Now, this time around it's up to around $2200, and the reserve has not been met. I'm thinking something smells funny.....
     
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    This definitely needs more explanation...........
     
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    Good afternoon XJ experts.....hope all are well.

    Regarding the 900 on ebay, I also noticed some non-oem parts on the bike and the front fender color/clear not being correct. Are there other body-work items that appear to be repainted?

    I ask because I am likely to be putting my 900 up for sale this fall or over the winter and I want to make sure I don't say original when it is not. I am also debating whether I should replace the brake lines (no cracks but original) and tires (great tread but some minor cracks in the tread) but only if it does not hurt the value of the bike.

    Any thoughts and recommendations would be appreciated!
     
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    If the tires are have ANY cracks, I'd either replace them or expect to dicker way down to begin with im not as concerned about brake lines if they are good. ALL mine still gave original lined (ok--flame retardant suit is on)

    Front fender was repainted, as noted. Rear brake mount should be black, not bare aluminum.

    Other things were noted in another forum.

    I'd appreciate if you could contact me via a private conversation. I'd like to get your 900 onto the 900rk database if it's not already been registered. No cost to you at all.

    Dave Fox
     

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