tntmo 887 Posted March 5, 2016 My neighbor has given me a Yamaha V-Star 650, it's been sitting outside his carport for about two years. I had it running for him before that, but the clutch was slipping and it had a few other minor issues he didn't want to deal with. Now it's mine to deal with, but what should I do with it? I've never owned a sidecar rig, I thought that would be kind of cool to do. Or find some knobbie tires that fit and take it out and amuse people with it? Bring on some crazy ideas! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 559 Posted March 5, 2016 Make it into a desert sled! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vacman 0 Posted March 5, 2016 Sell it, put proceeds into current ride. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted March 5, 2016 Sell it, put proceeds into current ride. agreed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KTMrad 508 Posted March 5, 2016 Target practice That's a good one....lol ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hobiee 28 Posted March 5, 2016 I also vote side car. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 40 Posted March 5, 2016 Craigslist. Not so much for a sale but for an interesting swap. No, not tattoos, massages or jet skis. I'll bet you could get quite a bike in trade. See that Triumph one of our guys just picked up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted March 5, 2016 I don't think I have the skills to build a sidecar rig. It's not worth much, pretty rough shape but I can get it running again. It probably has a lot of back DMV fees. Guess I will see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tvscum 43 Posted March 5, 2016 Definitely not worth it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted March 5, 2016 Back fees can be removed with a signed waiver form. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danrider 5 Posted March 5, 2016 Take some pics and post them of your gift. It would be cool to see. New clutch not a big deal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted March 6, 2016 How about A dirt track oval racer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted March 6, 2016 How about A dirt track oval racer? I was considering that. Even if it wasn't a good platform it would be funny and the price is right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carguy 1 Posted March 6, 2016 Paddle tire, dune ride Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
downs 1 Posted March 6, 2016 Which V-Star? 650? 1100? Classic? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted March 6, 2016 650, it's the start of someone's bobber project so..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted March 15, 2016 Well, my son came home from college and started messing around with the Yamaha and got it started. He was looking for parts online and ended up finding a VStar with a bad engine in Santee. It's in my garage now, guess Aaron may have a street bike soon. The guy he got it from has a nice DRZ400, so I gave him a SDAR card. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted March 15, 2016 That's cool you guys bonded over that thing. Me and my son Austin do that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted March 15, 2016 Chop it...easy rider style...extended forks...sissy bar on the rear w/ a peace sign on it...leather saddle bags with fringe, etc., etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted March 15, 2016 So here's the free bike from next door. https://flic.kr/p/F9PgVf And here's the bike with the bad engine. It sounds terrible! https://flic.kr/p/EnMPLA We're starting the transplant tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
350thumper 336 Posted March 16, 2016 I kinda like the fender style of the black one if it had rear light and blinkers modded (gone) The wrapped pipes look kinda kool to if it were redone they may even tune easier @80mph. Plus lighter probly. Are you guys gonna ratt it out and slam it flat black or flat black with clear coat? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 887 Posted March 16, 2016 We discussed all kinds of mods, but we only have time to get it going before he goes back to college, so it will be stock for now. Here's some pics of the engine transplant. https://flic.kr/p/FdXNy8 https://flic.kr/p/EUN8Y7 https://flic.kr/p/FnniYR https://flic.kr/p/EUNaKd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dylan 0 Posted March 16, 2016 Nice work and project! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
