First timer on the Forum,
New to this old retro bike thing, but I really like them. The whole thing scares me, not sure if I should do this. The Bike appears to be completely stock. Supposedly has 9000 miles on it and I believe second owner. I would rate the bike in very good condition/really good condition considering. It needs some cleaning up but tank and side panels are in excellent condition. Problems are that at 3K rpm it starts to cut out then seems ok after a few seconds once it gets past that point. It idles fine at 1200 Rpm. Kick and electric starter work great, brakes work but they suck! I only took it up to about 40 mph. Tranny seems fine. Wheels seem fine. ( Comstar ) Tank has been acid washed and coated inside. It sat around inside a garage with the first owner for many years.
My questions:
1. Will this really have to be a labor of love to enjoy it or will it be a pain to maintain? I like working on things, by don't want to go overboard.
2. Are parts hard to find?
3. I assume Comstar wheels are not replaceable. If they break, am I up the creek?
4. Seller wants $2K for it. Is that bad? Seems a bit high considering its really not running to smooth as well as any other possible unknowns. Currentt owner has had for 2 years.
Any help on what to expect or feedback highly appreciated.
Thank you!!
New to this old retro bike thing, but I really like them. The whole thing scares me, not sure if I should do this. The Bike appears to be completely stock. Supposedly has 9000 miles on it and I believe second owner. I would rate the bike in very good condition/really good condition considering. It needs some cleaning up but tank and side panels are in excellent condition. Problems are that at 3K rpm it starts to cut out then seems ok after a few seconds once it gets past that point. It idles fine at 1200 Rpm. Kick and electric starter work great, brakes work but they suck! I only took it up to about 40 mph. Tranny seems fine. Wheels seem fine. ( Comstar ) Tank has been acid washed and coated inside. It sat around inside a garage with the first owner for many years.
My questions:
1. Will this really have to be a labor of love to enjoy it or will it be a pain to maintain? I like working on things, by don't want to go overboard.
2. Are parts hard to find?
3. I assume Comstar wheels are not replaceable. If they break, am I up the creek?
4. Seller wants $2K for it. Is that bad? Seems a bit high considering its really not running to smooth as well as any other possible unknowns. Currentt owner has had for 2 years.
Any help on what to expect or feedback highly appreciated.
Thank you!!