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Posted: Sun May 27, 2007 2:25 pm
by Deadlever
Sorry, I was away. The site's buyers' guide is at
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/buyersguide.htm
Trust that helps ...
Posted: Sun May 27, 2007 6:37 pm
by beardking
If you happen to go for an XJ, check out this place, TONS of information:
http://www.xjbikes.com/Forums.html
Posted: Mon May 28, 2007 9:53 am
by grizzlyjoetattoo
another good thing to do is look at old bike barn or bike bandits websites and see how much common replaced parts are for your bike. Any high mileage older bike is going to need some stuff replcaed and some bikes have really expensive parts. Also like was stated before look on craigslists for good deals.
Posted: Fri Jun 01, 2007 3:27 pm
by BugCountry
My first bike was a 74 Honda CL360 that I bought from a guy in new york for $100. When I got it it had not run for 20 years. The ignition wires were crossed, the jets in BOTH carbs were clogged solid with varnish and the petcock leaked. I pulled the carbs and completely cleaned them (had to order new jets), got a wiring schematic from a Honda dealer, and in a day I had it fired up. Never could keep the thing running when it was hot though and it leaked oil bad from the valve cover. If you have basic hand tools the only major thing I could suggest you get is an air compressor. It is invaluable for blowing out orifices in carburetors. I have old car experience and have read lots of books so I just tore right into and learned as I went. I would say go for it. Never ever hurts to learn as a mechanical person. My experience working on Holley carburetors was a huge benefit.