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    Guys,

    At 71 years old, with bad knees, one bad shoulder, and scores of other arthritic parts it’s about time for me to get off of motorcycles.

    Here’s what I have (all three have clean titles in my name)

    1979 Special that runs and looks great. Video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SDtJfTxt0Q. Pictures at: https://picasaweb.google.com/1084313...979XS11Special

    1978 Standard. Bought this bike a bit over a year ago and just haven’t gotten around to working on it. Ran at idle when I picked it up. Pictures at https://picasaweb.google.com/1084313...978And1980XS11 (blue bike)

    1980 Standard. Don’t know much about this bike. It does turn over and seems to be complete. Hadn’t quite figured out when I would get to it but think it can be saved for sure. Pictures at: https://picasaweb.google.com/1084313...978And1980XS11 (Maroon – 1 picture)

    Boxes of parts, pipes, etc.

    I live in Reston, Va. (near DC) and would like to sell the whole load in one lot to someone I know will put them to good use. Let me know if you have any interest.

    Thanks,

    Doug
    Aches n Pains
    1995 KZ100P
    Pods, jets, pipes, cam adjuster, oil cooler

    1977 Ironhead - custom build
    Hot engine, custom frame, KZ front and rear, high torque starter, alternator conversion, Progressive shocks, Thunderheart wiring, Dyna ignition, oil cooler, Dakota Digital instruments, etc.

    Sold all my XS's to Eastcoaster but still love to keep up with you guys. This is the best cycle forum on the web.

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    Doug I am sorry to hear it but I understand at some point it may not be enjoyable or safe. I hope to not have to make that decision.

    Best of luck. I know someone will benefit.

    John
    John is in an anonymous city with an Alamo (N29.519227,W-98.678980)

    Go ahead, click on the bikes - you know you want to...the electrons are ready.
    '81 XS1100H - "Enterprise"
    Bob Jones Custom Navy bike: Tkat brace, EBC floating rotors & SS lines, ROX pivot risers, Geezer rectifier, new 3H3 engine

    "Not all treasure is silver and gold"

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    • #3
      Decision

      Hi Doug,

      We all have that day coming. Having made it to your age and still riding is quite an accomplishment. I know folks who have quit sooner than 71 as well as some who are still riding at 71 plus. Each to his own. A tough decision for sure.

      Post what you are asking for them or a link to an ad and I'm sure there will be people interested.

      Good Luck!

      Mike
      1981 XS1100H Venturer
      K&N Air Filter
      ACCT
      Custom Paint by Deitz
      Geezer Rectifier/Regulator
      Chacal Stainless Steel Braided Brake Lines
      Chrome Front Rotor & Caliper Covers
      Stebel Nautilus Horn
      EBC Front Rotors
      Limie Accent Moves On In 2015

      Mike

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