Howdy!
One of the most common questions asked by newbies is: “how much will it cost to get my “new to me” old bike running, roadworthy, safe and reliable?”
I don’t have nearly as much experience as many folks on the forum, but I have done a couple of bikes and the truth is that it depends on the skill level of the new owner and the condition of the bike - and especially how complete it is - plus whether the goal is a nice daily rider or a full-up beauty queen. One thing is for sure: it will likely cost a lot more than you might think at first glance. It won’t likely be as much as a new bike, but it probably won’t be dirt cheap either.
I ran across a YouTube video that answers most of these questions pretty well. Even though the bike in the video isn’t an XS650, (it is actually a Honda CB750), in my view, the scope of the project (the list of tasks and new parts required) and the costs that go with them, are pretty realistic.
See what you think….
Pete
One of the most common questions asked by newbies is: “how much will it cost to get my “new to me” old bike running, roadworthy, safe and reliable?”
I don’t have nearly as much experience as many folks on the forum, but I have done a couple of bikes and the truth is that it depends on the skill level of the new owner and the condition of the bike - and especially how complete it is - plus whether the goal is a nice daily rider or a full-up beauty queen. One thing is for sure: it will likely cost a lot more than you might think at first glance. It won’t likely be as much as a new bike, but it probably won’t be dirt cheap either.
I ran across a YouTube video that answers most of these questions pretty well. Even though the bike in the video isn’t an XS650, (it is actually a Honda CB750), in my view, the scope of the project (the list of tasks and new parts required) and the costs that go with them, are pretty realistic.
See what you think….
Pete
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