Hey guys,
I'm about to buy a 1981 XS400 with 6000km on it. Previous owner was an older gentleman who bought it for his son, son didn't use it and it sat in a garage for 2 years. Cosmetically the bike is in decent condition except for rust on the frame, a few bolts and the bottom of the exhaust. The tank inside and out is in great condition, so are the tires, shocks and brakes, at least as far as I could tell. I didn't get to ride it as it didn't start (likely gunked up carbs), so I got it for a very cheap price.
I'm having it towed to a shop and I'm wondering how much I should expect to pay for repairs. I want the carbs rebuilt and all fluids changed as a start. What else should I get done on it? The previous owner didn't do any work on it himself, and isn't sure what was done before him. My mechanical abilities/tools are pretty limited so I'd like to get the big work done by a pro.
Thanks!
I'm about to buy a 1981 XS400 with 6000km on it. Previous owner was an older gentleman who bought it for his son, son didn't use it and it sat in a garage for 2 years. Cosmetically the bike is in decent condition except for rust on the frame, a few bolts and the bottom of the exhaust. The tank inside and out is in great condition, so are the tires, shocks and brakes, at least as far as I could tell. I didn't get to ride it as it didn't start (likely gunked up carbs), so I got it for a very cheap price.
I'm having it towed to a shop and I'm wondering how much I should expect to pay for repairs. I want the carbs rebuilt and all fluids changed as a start. What else should I get done on it? The previous owner didn't do any work on it himself, and isn't sure what was done before him. My mechanical abilities/tools are pretty limited so I'd like to get the big work done by a pro.
Thanks!
