Meathorse
26th October 2006, 19:37
FS: 1981 Yamaha XJ550RH - suitable for restoration or parts.
Since purchasing, I have discovered that I don't have the time, space, money nor skills to get this once magnificent bike back on the road!
This bike was ridden into a ditch after the previous owner avoided a snoozing cage driver coming home from work one night. It was stored in a shed in this sad state for a couple of years until early this year when I picked it up with the intention of getting it back on the road.
Suitable for parts, or restoration if you are good enough!
- 87000KM young!
- Front & rear tyres have good tread – no leaks
- Fuel tank is rusted (leaks), oil cooler was broken (spare included)
- Gasket in engine shot (hence the red sealant around the engine).
- A fair bit of rust/surface damage all over
- Front forks and frame appear unbent.
- Unsure if engine is seized but it won’t roll in gear.
Chain, rear sprocket and rear tyre approx 1000km old.
As is, where is (not running, no WOF) - rego is currently on hold.
Comes with service/repair manual plus spare set of carbs & oil cooler.
I had great hopes for this one – but the wife says it must go – my lost is your gain!
Buyer to arrange pick up and drag away!
$400 or best offer – go on, make an offer!
PM for more pics
Since purchasing, I have discovered that I don't have the time, space, money nor skills to get this once magnificent bike back on the road!
This bike was ridden into a ditch after the previous owner avoided a snoozing cage driver coming home from work one night. It was stored in a shed in this sad state for a couple of years until early this year when I picked it up with the intention of getting it back on the road.
Suitable for parts, or restoration if you are good enough!
- 87000KM young!
- Front & rear tyres have good tread – no leaks
- Fuel tank is rusted (leaks), oil cooler was broken (spare included)
- Gasket in engine shot (hence the red sealant around the engine).
- A fair bit of rust/surface damage all over
- Front forks and frame appear unbent.
- Unsure if engine is seized but it won’t roll in gear.
Chain, rear sprocket and rear tyre approx 1000km old.
As is, where is (not running, no WOF) - rego is currently on hold.
Comes with service/repair manual plus spare set of carbs & oil cooler.
I had great hopes for this one – but the wife says it must go – my lost is your gain!
Buyer to arrange pick up and drag away!
$400 or best offer – go on, make an offer!
PM for more pics