20,000 mi
Good tires
Chain drive
fair condition
Asking price: $500.00
I've never had a bike before. I want a starter for $500 or less. I can do wood work all day long, but never touched mechanics.
Would this be a good starter? Thanks in advance! :-)
2007-09-22 17:41:50 · 8 answers · asked by MeMyselfandl 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
It's in Saint Paul, MN.
I stopped into a bike shop. He had it sitting in the back. Said he'd fix it up and call me in a week.
2007-09-29 16:33:32 · update #1
Yes, GOOD deal. Many out there like it!
Look here for cheap tips and tricks ways to keep it running too, also lots of cool rat bikes to look at...
http://www.ratbike.org/
2007-09-22 19:13:48 · answer #1 · answered by mdcbert 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
1982 Kawasaki 440 Ltd
2016-11-02 08:09:41 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I PAID 1000 FOR A 750 HONDA WITH 17000 MILES ON IT AQ 1973 MODLE WITH 4 INTO 1 EXAUST AND A 915 CC KIT IT WAS THE BEST BUY I EVER MADE ON A USED BIKE 500 DOLLARS ON A 1982 440 LTD IS A GOOD DEAL IF IT RUNS GOOD AND PARTS ARENT THAT HARD TO FIND
2007-09-28 07:12:10 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ya, those were good bikes in their day. Not prone to any particular mechanical shortcomings, and plenty of forum support out there for upgrades and tech questions. Allot money for a Motorcycle Safety Course. This will limit the tip over factor. Allow for protective gear, and buy it before you need it. The bike will be a good deal if it is fit to ride. You should focus on learning what riding is about, not mechanical engineering. Does it run well? Has it sat, and now has gummed up carbs? Tires on a motorcycle deteriorate quickly. If they are over three years old, they need to be replaced. Do not rely on the appearance. Seals will soon be an issue with an aged bike. Not a deal breaker, just something you need to allow for. If it runs well enough for you to learn on, buy it, and after several months, upgrade to a later model bike.
2016-03-19 05:44:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Price is a little steep for something from that era. Tell him $350 -400 and you have a deal. As for parts, Dennis Kirk has some great aftermarket parts for older bikes like this one. Five hundred is too much to pay.
WAIT..FAIR condition?? PASS ON THIS ONE.
2007-09-23 02:05:23 · answer #5 · answered by vamedic4 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ive owned a kawasaki 454 ltd not much different
I weigh 220 and it was easily strong enough for me good buy
it was a bit short however on a trip i felt a little cramped
2007-09-26 09:31:27 · answer #6 · answered by budda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What do you mean by "fair condition"?
If it needs no work, then yes.
If it needs work, find another. It's old. Parts are available but you would have to look for them. Some parts might make you look hard.
Those were good bikes, many liked them.
2007-09-24 10:36:06 · answer #7 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are about $100.00 off Kelly Blue book. My 1981 550 LTD 550 is worth $645.00 And I am going by that worth. Go to Kelly Blue Book. com and check it out yourself.
2007-09-30 17:12:03 · answer #8 · answered by Oweena 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hell yea that would be bad ***... i love early 80's motorcycles. what kind of condition is fair? have you seen it yet? just make sure it runs and runs well before you buy it. i'm sure you can negotiate. counteroffer 350 and try to get him to meet you in the middle. as far as a starter that would be a fine bike
2007-09-24 14:54:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sure would help to know a little about bikes, but if you are anything like me, the learning process is the best part. make sure it runs well and if it doesnt, make sure it has good compression in the cylinders. if you have good compression, you dont have any major problems. if it were me, i would offer him $400 and see what happens. good luck
2007-09-28 06:26:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋