interest in parts

[bubba]

I am new to this site and the bike I was recently given. I currently ride an"03 vstar 1100 custom and love the Yamaha products. I had the chance to obtain a 1982 xs 1100 ( standard I believe ). The bike has not run for over 5 yrs and will take some time and money to get it back in shape. The one good thing the owner did was they took all the chrome pieces and other pieces off the bike. These peices are in great shape for how old they are. My question is, I do not believe I will have the time or money to get this bike back to where it needs to be, would there be someone out there who is interested in the bike whole or parting it out?? By the way, LOve the site you guys have and it was fairly easy to track it down also. Let me know what you guys think about my dilemma

[chevy45412001]

1982

Chances are if it is an 82' it would more likely than not be an XJ.Only year of production in the United States.Canada and uroupe i belive had more years to choose from in the XJ line.But than again what the heck do i know ,i can't even spel.

[Jerry]

You can go 3ways: ressurect the bike, sell it as a whole bike, or part it out.

Generally speaking, parting out a bike will yield more money, but takes a lot more time and effort. First, find out what model you have. If the VIN and engine serial numbers start with 10M the bike is an XJ, not an XS. This limits the potential market, as the XJ was sold in the US only in 1982, but was sold in Canada and other countries through 1984. Some parts are interchangeable with the XS, but there are many differences as well.

If you have the time and some mechanical inclination, ressurecting the bike is a real possibility, particularly if it is complete to start with. The shop manual is still available, as are other resources, that take care of the most common mechanical and electrical issues. Be advised this can be expensive depending on condition of wiring, tires, brake cylinders and hoses, and other items that deteriorate even in storage.

If you are not inclined to get the bike on the road, I would encourage you to sell it as a whole bike to an interested soul who would get it on the road. While we all need parts, one of the goals of this group is to encourage keeping these bikes intact when possible. Many of us have put more into our bikes than they are worth on the retail market, but do so because we enjoy them.

I must admit I am particularly partial to the XJ, and if this is what you have and you decide to put it in a good home, let me know.

Worth of the bike will depend a lot on market conditions and bike options, if any. Good drivable bikes are found from $650 to $1,200, non-driveable types range from $0 to $300 typically.

Cost of putting a non-runner on the road will seldom be less than $500. After years of sitting, bike will need new tires, battery, carb cleaning, air filters, fuse box, fluid changes, and most likely brake work in both the master cylinders and calipers. If the inside of the gas tank is rusty you are looking at tank coating after cleaning. Not a bad idea the change fork oil and seals. You get the idea....

Let us know what you decide to do.

[ratbyk]

Restore It

Same old story on all the potential classics. "RESTORE it, don't CRUSH it!"
Ken/Sooke

[strom]

Re: Restore It

Originally posted by ratbyk
Same old story on all the potential classics. "RESTORE it, don't CRUSH it!"
Ken/Sooke

I second that.
Try to fix her up so you can go for a spin, then you'll sell the v-star and spend the money on the XS, especially if you check out merriam cycles on the net.

LP

[macnut xj]

I'm about an hour and a half north of Indy. If I can help in any way, let me know. I also have a spare-parts XJ.