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it is a nice looking bikein the pictures. $4500 seems pretty steep but i hope you get it...
I may have to sell one of mine
I may have to sell one of mine
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"If A equals success, then the formula is: A = X + Y + Z. X is work. Y is play. Z is keep your mouth shut." - Albert Einstein
"Illegitimi non carborundum"-Joseph W. "Vinegar Joe" Stilwell
1980 LG
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There was that formerly museum-kept, nearly flawless example that went to Norway a little while ago; that one went for a bit under $4500. Pic here: http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread...=norway&page=2. This one had documented ultra-low miles and was all but new.
Realistically? Blue book is only about $1400 (granted, that's probably low), so if you could get $3K, you shouldn't complain.
Limited-edition performance models will bring a good premium over time, but 'cosmetic' models very rarely bring more than a few hundred more than their plain cousins, all else being equal...Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two
'78E original owner - resto project
'78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
'82 XJ rebuild project
'80SG restified, red SOLD
'79F parts...
'81H more parts...
Other current bikes:
'93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
'86 XL883/1200 Chopper
'82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...Comment
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Making an offer . . .
Hey Nick,
I'll make you an offer of $3K. That's over my budget as I'm paying for tuition for 2 kids, but that's a sweet ride . . .Mike Farrington
Suwanee, GA USA
Current: '80 XS11SG, '97 Vulcan 1500, '73 CB750
Previous: '79 XS11SF, '80 XS11G, '81 XS650Comment
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However this sale shakes out, I would be very interested in the fairing set-up to fit my 81 LH if anyone wants to seperate it.... and I could also pick it up.XJ1100 Ruby Red
XS1100LH "Midnight"
1972 MGB Roadster "sold"Comment
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Interesting, when I looked mine up, the range was 1500 - 1800. Of course that was for my zip code, and I'm sure it varies by the area of the country your in (and likely even more so on the country).Originally posted by crazy steve View PostCy
1980 XS1100G (Brutus) w/81H Engine
Duplicolor Mirage Paint Job (Purple/Green)
Vetter Windjammer IV
Vetter hard bags & Trunk
OEM Luggage Rack
Jardine Spaghetti 4-2 exhaust system
Spade Fuse Box
Turn Signal Auto Cancel Mod
750 FD Mod
TC Spin on Oil Filter Adapter (temp removed)
XJ1100 Front Footpegs
XJ1100 Shocks
I was always taught to respect my elders, but it keeps getting harder to find one.Comment
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Well after looking online and receiving several offers I decided to let the bike go for 3500. Seems more reasonable and I don't want to be greedy. I am in no need for cash or have to sell it so I will stick with this price. Thanks everyone.1980 1100 Midnight Special
1982 KZ 750 Spectre
2010 FLHXComment
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That is still $1000.00 over what nada says one in concours shape is worth. I have a 1980 LG, and i wouldn't let it go for less that $2000.00, and it is in pretty good shape. has 22000 mile now. KBB says it is worth $1375.00. It still boils down to what someone will pay for it, but at that price you may have to hold it for awhile. Keep it running good, and maybe the value won't go down.1980 XS1100LG Midnight
1991 Honda CBR1000F Hurricane
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A cold beer and another one!Comment
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Glad ya got her sold. Hopefully it went to a good home!Nathan
KD9ARL
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1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Theodore RooseveltComment
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Ive looked up BB and NADA but I think with all the accessories and almost 1000 dollars in new parts in the last 2 months its not too outrageous.1980 1100 Midnight Special
1982 KZ 750 Spectre
2010 FLHXComment
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Sorry I just re-read my previous post I should have re-worded that. I have decided to sell the bike for 3500, and thats my lowest price. It is still for sale.1980 1100 Midnight Special
1982 KZ 750 Spectre
2010 FLHXComment
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Well then, the sale is still on! HOPE it goes to a good home!Nathan
KD9ARL
μολὼν λαβέ
1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Theodore RooseveltComment
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Hi bg,Originally posted by bg241ihc View Post
compare the 1980 average wage and today's, eh?
The constant dollar asking price is about 1/3rd of new.
If you look at the new price of a 1935 Norton or a 1953 Vincent and compare with what they sell for today you'll realize that the MNS is a total bargain.Fred Hill, S'toon
XS11SG with Spirit of America sidecar
"The Flying Pumpkin"Comment
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How do you compare a MNS to either of those bikes though....Originally posted by fredintoon View PostNathan
KD9ARL
μολὼν λαβέ
1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Theodore RooseveltComment
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Hi Nate,Originally posted by natemoen View Post
accepting that the MNS is merely a cosmetic variant on a Special, I have ridden all three.
All the Norton has going for it is nostalgia. The Vincent has suspension at least but the V-twin version is way overpowered for it's frame. Well, so's the XS11 so we are tied there. FWIW, I reckon the Yamaha is better engineered than either.Fred Hill, S'toon
XS11SG with Spirit of America sidecar
"The Flying Pumpkin"Comment
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Well it alsi has 30 to 45 years advancment on them!Nathan
KD9ARL
μολὼν λαβέ
1978 XS1100E
K&N Filter
#45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
OEM Exhaust
ATK Fork Brace
LED Dash lights
Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
Green Monster Coils
SS Brake Lines
Vision 550 Auto Tensioner
In any moment of decision the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Theodore RooseveltComment
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