As always, to freaking far away from NE Florida!Here’s one for ya.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1032937624823336/
The xs tank looks reached out, but still some good parts.
As always, to freaking far away from NE Florida!Here’s one for ya.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1032937624823336/
The xs tank looks reached out, but still some good parts.
Dang, you're right about that one! From what I can sort of see though, that's a nice looking Frenchie right there. Good price too...Speaking of bringing your bike outside for the pics...
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https://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/d/penrose-very-original-1976-yamaha-650xs/7662185701.html
The guy who has the '75 lowered his price to $5200...he's a used car salesman, so....maybe wants to sell quickly. They like to move inventory.Dang, you're right about that one! From what I can sort of see though, that's a nice looking Frenchie right there. Good price too...
I forgot what the fix is for the growling noise. As I recall, it's a big enough issue to reduce this to a $400 bike.
crank walking apart maybe?I forgot what the fix is for the growling noise. As I recall, it's a big enough issue to reduce this to a $400 bike.
I test rode a 72 XS-2 that sounded exactly like that many, many years ago when I was actively pursuing one for my collection.I forgot what the fix is for the growling noise. As I recall, it's a big enough issue to reduce this to a $400 bike.
Crank bearings shot.I forgot what the fix is for the growling noise. As I recall, it's a big enough issue to reduce this to a $400 bike.
I forgot what the fix is for the growling noise. As I recall, it's a big enough issue to reduce this to a $400 bike.
right down near DC, not too far from my work. Watching...
It appears to be a Special II.
Your new bike?
Kinda wish?Your new bike?
That's 1.5 hours from me and I'm broke. Sigh.