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    Buying a used motor

    Ok so I came across a used motor on craigslist.

    http://kansascity.craigslist.org/mcy/1914712214.html

    I was thinking about going to look at it. It supposedly has a Wiseco kit on it. My question is, should there be certain things to look for. If the engine has been uped is there a way to see if it was done properly.
    1980 Yamaha XS1100 Std
    4 into 1 exhast, pod filters
    2003 Triumph Thruxton
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    Something tells me there is some forum history with that motor... I wonder if the seller is Cowboybob? It might actually be one of the motors from the Bob Jones estate too. Honestly, if you need a motor, I'd go for it. The kits are worth way more than the asking price on that motor, but it looks like it's been taken care of.
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      I don't "need" a motor just thought it would be nice to have for a future upgrade. I knew for the wiseco kit it is worth it. Just didn't know if there was anything to look for with this upgrade.
      1980 Yamaha XS1100 Std
      4 into 1 exhast, pod filters
      2003 Triumph Thruxton

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      • #4
        I would probably buy it too! I just wish craiglist would be that useful for me, cant get nothing good on there here
        Nathan
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