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Post by aabond007 on Jan 19, 2024 21:15:41 GMT 1
Had 350 LC in the 80s Looking to buy one ![]() found this on eBay what peoples thoughts? Item no 325946955271 would appreciate any feedback Cheers Ash |
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jan 19, 2024 21:24:43 GMT 1
Hi and welcome
My first thoughts are his math needs work
95% original
So 5% is the whole engine, the airbox, the exhausts, the centre stand, the forks, the yokes and the brake discs
Steve 🤣
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jan 19, 2024 21:25:42 GMT 1
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jan 19, 2024 21:27:32 GMT 1
And a cut rear muddy and no number plate holder (cut)
Steve
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Post by aabond007 on Jan 19, 2024 21:32:07 GMT 1
Thank you
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Post by arrow on Jan 19, 2024 21:33:36 GMT 1
Welcome in.
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jan 19, 2024 21:36:25 GMT 1
Also looks like non tie bar engine cases in a tie bar frame as early engine number and no tie bars fitted
The V5 also shows it as still having its matching number engine fitted
Steve
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jan 19, 2024 21:43:49 GMT 1
Don't get me wrong, it's an LC, it's not top money for an LC and at least he's showing everything
I'm just laughing at the 95% original
Steve
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Post by tony2stroke on Jan 19, 2024 21:47:10 GMT 1
Engine and frame numbers correct on the newer docs though.
But all the bits Steve said and exhausts are patch welded, tear in seat cover, radiator grill cut down, and a bolt missing from clutch cover bottom, you have to ask why, all these bits will cost to put right.
On a plus note, it does sound rather nice, crisp and clear.
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Post by headcoats on Jan 19, 2024 21:49:46 GMT 1
Did he cut the radiator cover down to save weight 🤔
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Post by stusco on Jan 19, 2024 21:50:06 GMT 1
K&N’s make it go boom ! Well mine did many times☹️
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Post by donkeychomp on Jan 19, 2024 22:04:18 GMT 1
+1. K&Ns are a bad move. Pipes look awful. Nut and bolt resto makes me laugh as that never happens and would make it about 50% original. Cheap for a 350 though.
And welcome in.
Alex
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jan 19, 2024 22:08:13 GMT 1
+1. K&Ns are a bad move. Pipes look awful. Nut and bolt resto makes me laugh as that never happens and would make it about 50% original. Cheap for a 350 though. And welcome in. Alex Apparently the tank bolt/washer is still away being restored 🤣 Steve |
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Post by urbantangleweed on Jan 20, 2024 6:42:34 GMT 1
It's running and riding, but it's a modified bitsa.
Regarding money, I'd reckon realistically in todays market it's £5000 tops. That would make it a decent buy to ride as is and not too bad if at some point you wanted to spend a couple of grand or so getting it nearer 95% standard than it currently is.
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Post by pdxjim on Jan 20, 2024 8:22:32 GMT 1
Welcome in. Beware, tis a slippery slope.
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Post by jon on Jan 20, 2024 9:55:38 GMT 1
One of my pet hates is people who put disks on backwards. An easy fix, but it makes you wonder what else is wrong?
As for ‘nut and bolt’ rebuild, if you truly have had every nut and bolt apart why replace the rusty bolts (or not bother with one in the clutch cover as mentioned)?
Radiator looks like it hasn’t got the proper spacers fitted?
Don’t get me wrong, it doesn’t look too bad, but I’d be inspecting everything to check it’s right and at that price it seems overpriced.
Jon
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Post by liffy16 on Jan 20, 2024 10:34:41 GMT 1
It's okay most of its there usual eBay overpricing, personally I would wait for a German import myself as they are genuinely original and usually well priced
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Post by bezzer on Jan 20, 2024 10:59:06 GMT 1
The speedo doesn’t appear to be working on the video, could be disconnected?, could be a cable?, could be expensive!.
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Post by jon on Jan 20, 2024 11:25:55 GMT 1
It's okay most of its there usual eBay overpricing, personally I would wait for a German import myself as they are genuinely original and usually well priced My point exactly. If you can deduce a few things are wrong from a handful of photos and a short video, what else lies beneath? The more bits I found wrong or bodged on my F2 meant I wasn’t comfortable until I’d completely striped and rebuilt it. That said I knew it had the odd bit needing attention before I bought it, but wasn’t expecting a split big end thrust washer. Jon |
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jan 20, 2024 11:26:39 GMT 1
The speedo doesn’t appear to be working on the video, could be disconnected?, could be a cable?, could be expensive!. It says at the end that there is a problem with the speedo so as you say another large expense Steve |
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Post by jon on Jan 20, 2024 11:34:12 GMT 1
The speedo doesn’t appear to be working on the video, could be disconnected?, could be a cable?, could be expensive!. It says at the end that there is a problem with the speedo so as you say another large expense Steve I agree, seems an honest enough advert, just think it’s a bit overpriced for an unknown. Jon |
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Post by shaunthe2nd on Jan 20, 2024 11:55:59 GMT 1
The speedo doesn’t appear to be working on the video, could be disconnected?, could be a cable?, could be expensive!. Doubt the speedo is disconnected. The pics show a mileage of 49612, but the video shows it at 49614 miles, so it is spinning up the odometer, but not the needle. Likely to be a problem inside the speedo clock. Could be siezed internal bell/spring, most likley needs replacement mechanism. I can sort for the buyer if need be. The bike is a bitsa though, but could be made into something more original and/or tidier with a bit of effort. |
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Post by bezzer on Jan 20, 2024 12:45:04 GMT 1
The speedo doesn’t appear to be working on the video, could be disconnected?, could be a cable?, could be expensive!. It says at the end that there is a problem with the speedo so as you say another large expense Steve My bad Steve, I really should read the description, …………………………………………………….:………………………………………………………..‘til the end.. 😂 |
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Post by peter1962 on Jan 20, 2024 15:46:48 GMT 1
Welcome aboard, deep pockets + emptying bank balance ? (but worth it)
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Post by spooch63 on Jan 28, 2024 14:37:03 GMT 1
Welcome to the forum, as you can see theres a lot of knowledge and expertise on here. Made good use of it many times which saves both time and money !
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Post by elsiefan on Jan 29, 2024 19:18:32 GMT 1
Welcome
I bought a 'bitsa' which was more original (though not all from the original bike!) and a lot less money. After riding it for a while, I decided to do a full strip and rebuild (though not the engine, as it had been rebuilt by 'Mutts Nuts' not that long ago and ran fine). Found quite a few horrors and spent some money. But now I know it's in good nick and I enjoy riding it regularly.
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Post by steeley on Jan 29, 2024 20:27:34 GMT 1
Did he cut the radiator cover down to save weight 🤔 Sid looks to Camera yak yak yak . |
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Post by spondon440 on Jan 29, 2024 21:11:37 GMT 1
My hybrid is for sale on here at the moment but if your new you won't see the for sale section until you have done 25 posts. If your interested I'll tell you all about it, I'm after £10000 firm.  RD350LC Hybrid by ANDREW FRANCHI, on Flickr Andy |
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Post by JonW on Jan 30, 2024 0:39:05 GMT 1
It's running and riding, but it's a modified bitsa. Regarding money, I'd reckon realistically in todays market it's £5000 tops. That would make it a decent buy to ride as is and not too bad if at some point you wanted to spend a couple of grand or so getting it nearer 95% standard than it currently is. Relisted... he must be listening to the forum, its now £4950. |
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Post by masonmart on Jan 30, 2024 2:14:59 GMT 1
The market is dire, terrible time to sell and excellent time to buy. The market is at the stage where standard bikes will fetch decent but still low prices and bitzas and specials are pushing down to what the worst project donor bikes were selling a couple of years back. No disrespect to the seller but the top bike I still wouldn't buy at £4950 because of the very high price to get it into the condition that the market wants as the price of parts and services is in my opinion unsustainable now; as a "user" it would be superb though. I also believe that Andy's at £10k, while being a really nice bike, is premium and significantly above the price I believe that the market would take just now, the market will decide. Again, no disrespect to Andy just my opinion. Classic bikes were a bubble that had an amazing run and there's a sharp correction going on now.
I bought an F1 Bitza in boxes of bits for £4500 a couple of years back in total ignorance and wanting a project. My thoughts are now that it's £2k worth for parts to put toward the right bike.
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