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    For Sale - Nice 1980 xs for 2k

    https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/635938091313912?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3Aa70fdf36-7445-4cc3-aa3c-93b37d89ed69
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    For Sale - Nice 1980 xs for 2k

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    XS650 Craigslist postings depository

    https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/635938091313912/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3Ad88e7de2-94cb-4b61-b248-898cd1c978e2
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    I am missing my brief riding window in N. Illinois due to a stupid gasket,

    I am missing my brief riding window in N. Illinois due to a stupid gasket, any advice appreciated. I have had a slight oil leak since last fall. It is hard for me to lie on the concrete, and I have a reliable cheap mechanic, so I had him check it. He told me it was the Shifter oil seal $11.99...
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    Rock River Run

    I am fortunate that I live in in the country in between the Rock River Valley and bordering some of the Driftless area in Illinois. What many call one of the States best rides starts in my county. I am looking for some other neat rides in Southern Wisconsin, Northern Illinois. I have not been...
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    x650 Storm Conversion Kit.

    Hi fellow enthusiasts. I just saw this kit for an XS650. I wouldn't do it to mine , plus I have a special and I am not sure if the seat would fit this kit. However, If I ever see an XS650 that is "cosmetically challenged and cheap I'd definitely consider buying it and adding this kit. Here...
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    1982 Yamaha xj750, asking for 1200

    not going to look at it.
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    1982 Yamaha xj750, asking for 1200

    WOW! the guy has a lot of stuff for sale including a Lamborghini for over 200k. he has an excellent rating. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/profile/1240286306
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    1982 Yamaha xj750, asking for 1200

    I told him I'd offer 900 and wouldn't drive the 1.5 hrs unless he agreed to take it. He said he gave 800 in trade and has a pretty good rating on Marketplace. Still unsure if want to go look at it cause if I do and it rides nice, I'd probably buy. I need a friend who knows bikes and is not...
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    1982 Yamaha xj750, asking for 1200

    I saw this ad on Marketplace. Going to look at it tomorrow. Current owner owns a motorcycle shop and it is a little too rough for his shop due to tank dents but rides perfectly. He says "after it warms up and you drive it it leaks a couple drops of oil when turned off. I would say less than...
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    Should I try to buy this 1981 XS?

    It must have sold. Seller never responded. Looking elsewehere. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/732728001738894?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3Ac3dd5177-9f8e-4af4-a777-0a25c7325dd3
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    Should I try to buy this 1981 XS?

    Cool. I am waiting to hear from the Seller. Here is my current XS650 at Edward's Apple Orchard West last fall.
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    Should I try to buy this 1981 XS?

    Gotcha. You mean it is likely out of alignment or has some sort of frame damage due to the accident. I was thinking "Dropped" When the ad clearly says "Laid it down a couple of times." On a Harley Site the advice is as follows: " Find either a local indy or dealer who can check your bike...
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    Should I try to buy this 1981 XS?

    Gonna get it. Much respect for letting me have 1st shot. I live outside Winnebago. Get tired of riding alone. let me know if u want to ride sometime.
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    Should I try to buy this 1981 XS?

    I saw the ad I copied below with the link on Facebook Marketplace locally. I was not looking but I saw this ad. for a 1981 with 2500 miles. Any thoughts? "Seller's Description Runs good has been laid down twice but not bad. Needs tires and front brake. Bought it from someone who road it for...
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