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Valknoob
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« on: August 30, 2016, 07:59:09 AM » |
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Never owned a Valk before but i have ran across a 1999 Tourer with under 5k miles BUT has sat for 9 years ??? Wealthy individual who never rode and passed away.
I offered $1,500 and they called back to say they would accept. Should i pounce on this deal or hold out for something on another day.
Thoughts/Opinions?
If i can figure out how to upload a couple photos I will do so.
Thank you!
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Wizzard
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« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2016, 08:01:35 AM » |
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how was it stored? You are going to put a lot into it to get up to running condition but parting it out alone will get you more than your investment. I would jump on that.
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2016, 08:04:26 AM » |
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It could be a jewel... this rich guy didn't store it out in the yard
under a tree, right? $1,500 is a great price.
-Mike
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« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2016, 08:09:12 AM » |
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It could be a jewel... this rich guy didn't store it out in the yard
under a tree, right? $1,500 is a great price.
-Mike
+1 clean carbs, replace ALL fluids, regrease rear splines and pinion, new tires and you should be good to go.  |
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Valknoob
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« Reply #5 on: August 30, 2016, 08:11:55 AM » |
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Whelp I don't think i should wait any longer, you guys reply quick! Thank you much.
I can't seem to be able to add an image or I would show her to ya'.
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Willow
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Excessive comfort breeds weakness. PttP
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« Reply #6 on: August 30, 2016, 08:15:05 AM » |
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At $1500 you should pick it up. Worst case you spend another $1500 and get a perfectly good Valkyrie for $3000. Best case it doesn't need much work and you end up with a fine bike for less than $2000.
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F-six
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« Reply #7 on: August 30, 2016, 08:18:19 AM » |
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It could be a jewel... this rich guy didn't store it out in the yard
under a tree, right? $1,500 is a great price.
-Mike
+1 clean carbs, replace ALL fluids, regrease rear splines and pinion, new tires and you should be good to go. What he said! Go for it, it's a great deal! |
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« Reply #8 on: August 30, 2016, 11:42:10 AM » |
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UNLESS the carbs were drained dry 99.44% Certain slow jets are plugged. NOT an insurmountable situation-remove to clean or if it will start heavy doses of B-12 ChemTool. Most likely ALL the rubber lines-vacuum and fuel-are dried out and no longer useable long term. A desmog or a line replacement WILL be amongst stuff on the to do list. At $1500.00 I'd be in if I had the shekels. IF after getting it and if it's more than you can handle-PLEASE DO NOT part it out-get hold of my brother-da prez-He enjoys Valkyrie rescues. RIDE SAFE.
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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« Reply #9 on: August 30, 2016, 11:45:53 AM » |
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UNLESS the carbs were drained dry 99.44% Certain slow jets are plugged. NOT an insurmountable situation-remove to clean or if it will start heavy doses of B-12 ChemTool. Most likely ALL the rubber lines-vacuum and fuel-are dried out and no longer useable long term. A desmog or a line replacement WILL be amongst stuff on the to do list. At $1500.00 I'd be in if I had the shekels. IF after getting it and if it's more than you can handle-PLEASE DO NOT part it out-get hold of my brother-da prez-He enjoys Valkyrie rescues. RIDE SAFE.
Good call. I forgot about hoses. Might even consider new braided brake lines. |
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Valknoob
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« Reply #10 on: August 30, 2016, 11:52:14 AM » |
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Thank you all very much for the quick responses. I think i will go ahead and pick her up tomorrow.
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« Reply #11 on: August 30, 2016, 11:55:13 AM » |
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What color ? You have more patience than me. It would be in my garage by now.  |
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old2soon
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« Reply #12 on: August 30, 2016, 12:12:37 PM » |
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What color ? You have more patience than me. It would be in my garage by now. Uh he's a noob and we on the other hand are ALREADY converts! He WILL soon be another convert!  Once these things bite ya-yer hooked! :2funny:RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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mike72903
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« Reply #13 on: August 30, 2016, 12:21:16 PM » |
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After you get it home, more information and pictures. Please! Someone can help you post the pics. I'm jealous, been looking for a deal to put a sidecar on.
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hukmut
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« Reply #14 on: August 30, 2016, 02:31:33 PM » |
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OH YES!!!!!!! We are ALL green with envy. And trying like the dickens to not show it..... |
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« Reply #15 on: August 30, 2016, 05:12:35 PM » |
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a TOURER for $1500  The bags and screen are worth that much. Buy it and enjoy it. |
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NewValker
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« Reply #16 on: August 30, 2016, 05:26:03 PM » |
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My I/S sat for 7 years in a dirt floor shed. With gas in it...and crap piled all over her...
I spent $1600 resurrecting her.
Couldn't be happier!
Craig
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