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Posted: 20:52 - 06 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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WD Forte wrote: | Just remembered dint yu say you wus a short arse?
You'd probly hate a CX anyway.
They can feel top heavy initially even you is a lofty sod like me
what about a Yamaha Viagra 535?
A neighbour had one and it was light as a feather compared to my CX
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Oi, I'm a short arse, and I really liked riding a CX when I had one (or two, ermmm, it was a while ago).
It was a bit of a tank.
But they were alright, them.
World's most comfortable fat-arse pillion seat, too! ____________________ Not nearly as interesting in real life. |
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Robby wrote: | A100man wrote: |
Sorry to disappoint but This one has a bank of four carbs - they may even be Hitachis I have the 550 version (with a later 600 motor in it), Mikunis. |
They are Hitachi carbs. I had one. It was quite nice to ride for a ~£500 bike. The carbs are a problem. It's now old enough that they need a proper rebuild and new throttle shaft seals. Good luck finding them.
I was on the looking for a bank of carbs from something else that could be made to fit, then the bike got nicked and I no longer had that problem to deal with.
As for OP, standard answer, CB250RS. Check for rust in the frame behind the engine, between the footpegs. It rots away to nothing. |
Not forgetting the YICS ports that require the making of a special tool (good luck finding an original Yamaha part) to balance them correctly.
It was a shame that bike came to a sticky end, it had some unique qualities.
As for the OP question, I don't know what I would buy - everything seems to have an extra tax on it now, be it 2T, weird beard or just age related.
It's the same thing with cars, doesn't matter what it is, if it's old, it's worth mega bucks (according to the seller) and I don't know where it will end.
Find something you like the look of, do your research as to how much it might cost to fix it up, then stick a wet finger in the air and pray.
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Regarding budget, nothing to throw down right now (beyond snapping up some stupidly priced bargain) but realistically I'm thinking of setting aside up a bag for something a bit wrecked and slowly fix it up. That and I've just shelled out on all the gear for a full service of my old Skoda which is about 2 years overdue
Probably not a good time right now 'cos I think this summer will be buzzing with new bikers. Come the autumn though a lot of ppl will have got over it and have to get back to work. We shall see!
Something looking 90% there I'd respect and restore back to factory but anything badly wrecked I'm going to rat out and try some mad stuff... I'm wondering what would happen with a simple 250 and retro fitting EFI just for the craic ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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hellkat wrote: | WD Forte wrote: | Just remembered dint yu say you wus a short arse?
You'd probly hate a CX anyway.
They can feel top heavy initially even you is a lofty sod like me
what about a Yamaha Viagra 535?
A neighbour had one and it was light as a feather compared to my CX
and we all knows you is like well gay anyway innit |
Oi, I'm a short arse, and I really liked riding a CX when I had one (or two, ermmm, it was a while ago).
It was a bit of a tank.
But they were alright, them.
World's most comfortable fat-arse pillion seat, too! |
yeah but you had yer stilleto heel boots on dincha?
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Posted: 01:34 - 07 Apr 2021 Post subject: Re: A question of taste: choosing a classic bike |
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Moxey wrote: |
I still lust after a Z1000 or Z650 but prices have gone stupid |
If I had the money, I'd definitely go for the 650, a ten times better bike. But then I'd fit 750 head and barrels, bore it out to 810, fit RGV front and rear ends, and maybe a turbo
If I had the money...
But then, if I had the money, I'd probably just go for the modern Z900RS. ____________________ Chickenystripgeezer's Biking Life (Latest update 19/10/18) Belgium, France, Italy, Austria tour 2016 Picos de Europa, Pyrenees and French Alps tour 2017 Scotland Trip 1, now with BONUS FEATURE edit, 5/10/19, on page 2 Scotland Trip 2 Luxembourg, Black Forest, Switzerland, Vosges Trip 2017
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Oi, where'd you get a photo of my home?!
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Posted: 07:43 - 07 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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Shaft wrote: | Robby wrote: |
They are Hitachi carbs. I had one. It was quite nice to ride for a ~£500 bike. The carbs are a problem. It's now old enough that they need a proper rebuild and new throttle shaft seals. Good luck finding them.
I was on the looking for a bank of carbs from something else that could be made to fit, then the bike got nicked and I no longer had that problem to deal with.
As for OP, standard answer, CB250RS. Check for rust in the frame behind the engine, between the footpegs. It rots away to nothing. |
Not forgetting the YICS ports that require the making of a special tool (good luck finding an original Yamaha part) to balance them correctly.
It was a shame that bike came to a sticky end, it had some unique qualities.
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Actually there is decent aftermarket support fro these in the US - see XJBikes.com and most parts are available (throttle shaft seals even) - oversize piston are the biggest issue and even new rings are a king's ransom - luckily they are not often needed. Perceived wisdom is that the YICS tool is not really needed and you can balance carbs without ____________________ Now: A100, GT250A, XJ598, FZ750
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It certainly has more charm than the CX500 trike! ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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Posted: 12:28 - 07 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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Take a look at this guy's selection..
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/user/ccts5018
I'd take on the Benelli I reckon.. ____________________ Now: A100, GT250A, XJ598, FZ750
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Posted: 15:10 - 07 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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I'd go for the CD175, especially with the Rickman accessories, proper period piece. ____________________ Things get better with age; I'm close to being magnificent........
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Posted: 15:19 - 07 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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Good spot..Poor mans SR500 (which was a poor mans GoldStar!) I wasn't looking so new. You might have to leave it two years as I think 1980s are only eligible historic this year (needs 40 full years or summat) ____________________ Now: A100, GT250A, XJ598, FZ750
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Robby wrote: |
If what you really want is an unusual riding experience, go with something Stinkwheel recommends. |
Buy this. Do it now!
Earles motherfucking forks!
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MZ-ES150-Motorcycle-1975-approx/133718896292
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 3 years, 18 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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