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The only bikes I have owned have been Honda Shadows and I have done some pretty heavy riding on them. Sold my last one a couple of years ago...and have been itching for another bike since. But I want an older muscle bike.
I found this 1978 XS1100 for sale that I considering purchasing. Here are the details...
"Very reliable, turn key daily driver, and is currently my only method of transportation. clean and clear title.
1101 cc's of pure power. Electronic ignition, no points to deal with. Big 5.3 gallon gas tank. Shaft drive. Both tires are bridgestone Spitfire's. They both have lots of tread. The rear tire is only a couple of weeks old. Rear brake pads are only a couple weeks old as well, and the front pads have much life in them. The clutch was replaced about 3500 miles ago. The turn signals are for looks and the little speedo does work. The previous owner removed the original speedo and tach, as well had put on a drag bar that gave her a cafe look. The original brakelight, turn signal and license plate mount were removed as well and replaced with a side mount brake light/license plate mount. Looks a lot better that way!
I replaced the bars with something more comfortable. I still have the drag bar, I do not have the original speedo and tach though. I never knew how many miles were originally on the bike although it couldnt be many. When I replaced the clutch it wasnt worn, just glazed from not being ridden much
and the head gasket as well as the gasket where the cylinders and motor meet have no leaks. I get a lot of compliments on how good the old bike looks.
This bike starts easy, shifts like a champ, and pulls so hard sometimes its just downright scary. One of the funnest bikes ive ever ridden.
The only negatives there are about the bike is that the seat has a couple tears that I have covered with black duct tape and arent a big deal, and the valve cover gasket leaks a little on one side and is an easy and very cheap fix next time she gets a valve adjustment.
its a great bike that will bring someone a lot of enjoyment. Im buying a cruiser and will no longer need her services,
$1400 obo"
I went and saw the bike. It is not in pristine condition, but looks good and everything is solid on it...it has the character that any muscle bike of that age SHOULD have. I am not interested in a 100% original bike...I like the side-mounted license plate and the aftermarket tach is fine for me. I think it good as it is.
I got him down to $1100. So...my question to you is...is that a good price for that bike? FYI...I live in Southern CA. Are there any red flags in his post that stand out to you?
However, I would like to tinker with it some...so my second question is...are parts for it expensive? I would like to get a seat with the high leather sissy bar in the back, a luggage rack with a hard box, maybe a fairing or small windshield. Are these parts going to be hard to come by and/or expensive?
Since you guys are the experts...I figure this is the best place to ask. If I do buy it, get ready for a new active member in your community!!!
I gotta decide by tmw. Thanks in advance for all your reponses!!
Jason.
I found this 1978 XS1100 for sale that I considering purchasing. Here are the details...
"Very reliable, turn key daily driver, and is currently my only method of transportation. clean and clear title.
1101 cc's of pure power. Electronic ignition, no points to deal with. Big 5.3 gallon gas tank. Shaft drive. Both tires are bridgestone Spitfire's. They both have lots of tread. The rear tire is only a couple of weeks old. Rear brake pads are only a couple weeks old as well, and the front pads have much life in them. The clutch was replaced about 3500 miles ago. The turn signals are for looks and the little speedo does work. The previous owner removed the original speedo and tach, as well had put on a drag bar that gave her a cafe look. The original brakelight, turn signal and license plate mount were removed as well and replaced with a side mount brake light/license plate mount. Looks a lot better that way!
I replaced the bars with something more comfortable. I still have the drag bar, I do not have the original speedo and tach though. I never knew how many miles were originally on the bike although it couldnt be many. When I replaced the clutch it wasnt worn, just glazed from not being ridden much
and the head gasket as well as the gasket where the cylinders and motor meet have no leaks. I get a lot of compliments on how good the old bike looks.
This bike starts easy, shifts like a champ, and pulls so hard sometimes its just downright scary. One of the funnest bikes ive ever ridden.
The only negatives there are about the bike is that the seat has a couple tears that I have covered with black duct tape and arent a big deal, and the valve cover gasket leaks a little on one side and is an easy and very cheap fix next time she gets a valve adjustment.
its a great bike that will bring someone a lot of enjoyment. Im buying a cruiser and will no longer need her services,
$1400 obo"
I went and saw the bike. It is not in pristine condition, but looks good and everything is solid on it...it has the character that any muscle bike of that age SHOULD have. I am not interested in a 100% original bike...I like the side-mounted license plate and the aftermarket tach is fine for me. I think it good as it is.
I got him down to $1100. So...my question to you is...is that a good price for that bike? FYI...I live in Southern CA. Are there any red flags in his post that stand out to you?
However, I would like to tinker with it some...so my second question is...are parts for it expensive? I would like to get a seat with the high leather sissy bar in the back, a luggage rack with a hard box, maybe a fairing or small windshield. Are these parts going to be hard to come by and/or expensive?
Since you guys are the experts...I figure this is the best place to ask. If I do buy it, get ready for a new active member in your community!!!
I gotta decide by tmw. Thanks in advance for all your reponses!!
Jason.
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