freeride619 0 Posted December 27, 2009 I need an opinion on what bike to get between a 1989 yamaha xt 350 for 800 or a 1982 honda xl 500 for 900. Here are the 2 bikes: http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/mcy/1525001822.html http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/mcy/1518097452.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tntmo 906 Posted December 27, 2009 I need an opinion on what bike to get between a 1989 yamaha xt 350 for 800 or a 1982 honda xl 500 for 900. I've never ridden either one, but I think the Yamaha would be my choice. I'm not sure, but some of the early Honda's had a 23 inch front tire that could be a PITA to get a tire for. Go check them both out and see which one you like best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulmbowers 236 Posted December 27, 2009 I've had both of those bikes (actually a XT250 and an XR500) of that vintage, and I'd pick the Yamaha in a heartbeat. Great bike. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ozzy 0 Posted December 27, 2009 Getting into vintage racing? There a a few clubs out there, Marty Tripes is involved in it. You can prolly find it by goggling vintage motocross. socalhodaka would know Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
socalhodaka 104 Posted December 27, 2009 Getting into vintage racing? There a a few clubs out there, Marty Tripes is involved in it. You can prolly find it by goggling vintage motocross. socalhodaka would know I don't think he is looking at getting into vintage racing. I think he just want an inexpensive DS bike. But the best place for vintage around here is CALVMX. They have vintage and post vintage classes all they way too 1989 as well as a modern support class at all the events. So everyone is welcome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted December 27, 2009 Eddie... let me see what my buddy says about the DR350... I think it would be a better choice than either of those, if he maintained it, or at least kept it out of the elements. It is a '93 Acerbis tank with dual petcocks, corbin seat, an extra lightweight headlight assembly to replace the stocker, renthal bars. OK cosmetically, it WAS good mechanically. Stock tank and stock seat were with it when I sold it... kick start only, but easy to start once you learn the drill. He'll respond to my email eventually Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeride619 0 Posted December 27, 2009 Getting into vintage racing? There a a few clubs out there, Marty Tripes is involved in it. You can prolly find it by goggling vintage motocross. socalhodaka would know Haha yeah im not getting into vintage racing but that would be pretty cool. I'm just looking for a cheap dual sport. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeride619 0 Posted December 27, 2009 Eddie... let me see what my buddy says about the DR350... I think it would be a better choice than either of those, if he maintained it, or at least kept it out of the elements. It is a '93Acerbis tank with dual petcocks, corbin seat, an extra lightweight headlight assembly to replace the stocker, renthal bars. OK cosmetically, it WAS good mechanically. Stock tank and stock seat were with it when I sold it... kick start only, but easy to start once you learn the drill. He'll respond to my email eventually Alright, did you find out the price? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted December 28, 2009 If the BS connect doesn't work out, I'd pick the Yamaha. A few maint issues mentioned, but at least he mentioned them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted December 28, 2009 Eddie; I threw $1000 out there as a target...he would be crazy to not consider it...he bought it for $400 3 years ago, and has ridden it 10 times...if he responds that he is interested, I'll just put the two of you in contact with each other and stay out of it. Hope it works out; I had tried an xt350 when I got the DR350 new, and the DR was the better bike hands down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted December 28, 2009 Eddie; I threw $1000 out there as a target...he would be crazy to not consider it...he bought it for $400 3 years ago, and has ridden it 10 times...if he responds that he is interested, I'll just put the two of you in contact with each other and stay out of it. Hope it works out; I had tried an xt350 when I got the DR350 new, and the DR was the better bike hands down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeride619 0 Posted December 28, 2009 Eddie; I threw $1000 out there as a target...he would be crazy to not consider it...he bought it for $400 3 years ago, and has ridden it 10 times...if he responds that he is interested, I'll just put the two of you in contact with each other and stay out of it. Hope it works out; I had tried an xt350 when I got the DR350 new, and the DR was the better bike hands down. Sick man,id definitly be intersted in that as long as it runs. Just let me know what he says about it. Thats the bike im hoping of getting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KIP 0 Posted December 28, 2009 Take your time - an unbelievable deal will show up if you are watching for it. By searching advrider daily for san diego I got an 04 KLR 650 with 3000 miles for 1k It needed a battery and the registration was out of date. Try to buy the most popular or common bike you can get. Buy a 650 for street pyro style and a 250/350/400 for more dirt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShocknAwe 0 Posted December 29, 2009 Seven fun rides will pay for $895. I might buy or trade for a vintage plated 2 stroke soon too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmayer31 3 Posted December 29, 2009 Good luck on the bike hunt. I use This search engine to browse all of the local Craigslist cities. I've found quite a few deals on plated 250-450's and even some trials bikes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted December 29, 2009 that is pretty good... NOW if you can get people to stop posting "NOT yamaha kawasaki honda" at the bottom of the adds, you could find the bike you are looking for Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 1, 2010 http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/mcy/1532103206.html a little smal for you Eddie, but ride it a bit, then decide... or sell it for the same basic price Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 1, 2010 http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/mcy/1531979936.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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650hucker 0 Posted January 1, 2010 The dumbass picked up a non running EXC 300. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 1, 2010 http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/mcy/1530829280.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 1, 2010 The dumbass picked up a non running EXC 300. oops... I was on a roll and didn't see this... EXC300? No plate, right? Two stroke? Shouldn't be TOO hard to get running, assuming he has some cash left over... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
650hucker 0 Posted January 1, 2010 The dumbass picked up a non running EXC 300. oops... I was on a roll and didn't see this... EXC300? No plate, right? Two stroke? Shouldn't be TOO hard to get running, assuming he has some cash left over... Yeah it just needs all the fluids. He's been wanting a plated bike for so long, and then goes to an auction today and picks up a 2 stroke non-plated, and no chance it hell it'l ever be plated, bike. Paid 1500 for it too...Monkey see, Monkey want. Whatever, hope he has fun in the desert. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted January 1, 2010 a smoker is a great second bike... in California, I wouldn't pick it as my FIRST bike, but that's ok... Enjoy your ride dumba... uh... Eddie Really; the 300EXC is a great bike, once it is running... spaugh has one I think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
650hucker 0 Posted January 1, 2010 Ahhhh, got the full story finally! His dad bought the bike for him as a gift, he doesn't want Eddie on a street legal bike because he thinks it's too dangerous. I'd agree if I have never ridden a bike before. Now that it's a gift, it's actually nice. I take back my previous statements. He's still a dumbass though. Cause he is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
