another CL optimist

This might be a good bike for someone in the Gibbon MN area. $600 for a 1982 xj400
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4246785585404541/?ref=search&referral_code=marketplace_search&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp:15ee4420-16eb-4cd3-8627-8aba9a540517

 

Pisses my boils to see another one fall into the hands of the unskilled Sawzall wielders.

 

I like that statement.

 

What's this then?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/154490605418?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649
Xj seca engine, says 650, but 750 front end?
Maxim bars?

 

I'm not sure what he's asking but this has to be the nicest 750 Maxim I've seen

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-moto-tourin.../a-vendre:-1982-yamaha-xj750-maxim/1570155003

 

It would be even nicer if it was complete!!

 

I had to go back and look again, what do you see that I don't? LOL

 

Yep, missing those faring lowers.

 

AND the reflector across the back of the trunk

 

with all that luggage behind the rear axle, must make the front end light when loaded

 

Nah..... it’s not that heavy. I had the same setup on my 650 maxim..... and you can see that in my gallery

 

This is in my area and maybe someone would like a 700N for $500 or less.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplac...wse_serp:75af16f2-d68b-449f-b376-50420bf0f703

 

That is very nice for the price.

 

Oh wow. I've already spent almost that amount repairing the damage mine incurred after being stolen. This is a great buy, and I'm tempted to run down to Iowa to grab it!

 

I think he might be one of those people that put a low price to grab attention but are after something else. Trade for a running car/truck tells me he’s after more than $500. Bunch of that stuff here too, listed for $1k and then the add reads $7900 OBO

 

They might just be off for the summer.
I'm having a bit of trouble at the moment with a hot-running engine and fairly sure it's inadequate airflow by the lowers doen't help things.
They'll be off tomorrow.

 

Wow, that is a true optimist....for sure..

 

Actually for an XS650 it is in the right ballpark that's about what they're going for.

 

Wow, I am selling my running project bikes way too low then. I know it is all about supply and demand. Also location....location... Hope the seller gets what they want for the bike.

 

this has me drooling....

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-sport-bikes/ottawa/1986-yamaha-srx-600/1582354174

 

very rare

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-street-cruisers-choppers/belleville/1989-yamaha-tdr-250/1579431428

 

Looks like two XJ turbos for sale on FB, wanted to give the forum a chance at them. Located in Wisconsin.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/478775603571075/?ref=search&referral_code=marketplace_search&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp:bab465bc-58ed-4637-83a7-6499dd2f5aff

 

real nice price for an 84 xj750R
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-sport-bikes/cape-breton/fast-motorcycle/1601011298

nice deal on a 750Maxim
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-moto-choppe...1982-great-condition-sell-or-trade/1569043354

 

That 750 looks an awful lot like a 900

 

Or a 900 with a 750 motor.

 

I suppose that is possible...

Did they sell the '84 XJ900RL with the frame mounted fairing in Canada?

Jeez, for $500.... might be interesting

 

Don't know if it was sold in Canada but l believe the 750 motor fits the 900 frame. Same crankcase l think. Probably a different stroke.

 

Of course it does. The 750rl is basically a 750 engine in a otherwise 900rk

 

Why hasn't Simmy picked this up yet?

 

OK, I see it now.

Looking it up the official reference: https://www.xjbikes.com/forums/threads/tech-topic-model-id-and-vins.14577/

Only 601 built for Canada, only available in Canada, Europe, and Australia. Wow, pretty rare bird.

I wonder what it would cost to ship from Nova Scotia to Minneapolis................................

 

Then you have your customs fees and taxes....

 

Simmy is happy with his sidecar and turbo.
To be honest I have a problem keeping up with the maintenance on my existing bikes.
Still need to complete the rebuild of the kid’s KDX and my KTM quit charging last fall.
The BSA (BS’eh) won’t start for me.
And I still have my 900 motor to assemble for my Turbo. And I need to ride more!

 

Those are all acceptable reasons.......for now.

 

This instrument cluster looks like a hot mess
1982 Honda CB750 four cylinder - motorcycles/scooters - by owner -... (craigslist.org)

 

Yes it does...

 

In case that picture gets pulled, here it is. Someone actually put some time into that, looks like something I might've done in high school! Those snap in lights and the red push button are Radio Shack items for sure! Had a ton of those way back in the day.

 

Must be hard taking a closeup at 75 mph.

 

… With no key and RPMs at zero – must’ve been rolling down a straight steep hill

 

The big question is what the orange light above the key switch is for. My guess is warp drive.

 

Either that or Ludicrous Speed.....

 

I like it. Has cool character, creativity. Homemade awesomeness. Folk Art.

 

Missile launcher? Turbo boost?? Anti-pursuit countermeasures??

 

this is concerning

 

Mad Max meets Idiocracy

 

are you referring to the damage on the crank cap or the fact someone would paint the clutch cover yellow? LOL

 

both mostly the damage on the crank cap.
the paint job was from all the leftover paint yellow on one side beige (desert sand) on the other

 

the description on this one is all over the place

 

1. Looks like that’s right.... the parts ARE all over the place....
2. It says a Honda...... lol

 

Another Sawzall Special.