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Post by fizzyam on Feb 6, 2010 18:16:36 GMT 1
Hi chaps I had a go on a 250lc today ;D after not really being on a bike for 15 years  anyway it is pretty standard, owned for 15 years bit tatty but seems basicly sound in that it starts and stops when it should and goes well. The only thing that puts me off is the 30k mileage and the lump out of the crankcase where the chain came off. I dont know a n awful lot about bikes as I have forgotten most of what i did know, Just looking for some feedback ie what to look out for. Cheers. |
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 7, 2010 0:06:38 GMT 1
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Post by wiggy on Feb 7, 2010 9:23:52 GMT 1
looks like a tidy bike to me the engine casing brake is nothing to worry about very common on these tank is repairable
its also one of the last 4l1 s being an 85
id say £1500-£2000 but in a recession may go a bit cheaper
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 7, 2010 10:30:52 GMT 1
Hi Wiggy that sounds like an accurate estimate cheers.
Do you know if the casing is repairable?
Is buying a 4L1 very much 2nd best, should I hold out for a 4L0.
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Post by vin on Feb 7, 2010 10:48:14 GMT 1
Hi Wiggy that sounds like an accurate estimate cheers. Do you know if the casing is repairable? Is buying a 4L1 very much 2nd best, should I hold out for a 4L0. 4L0 is more desirable but never had a 250, but have been told that they are a handy tool too! You can put a 350 top end on at a later date but getting hold of a good 350 top end nowadays is getting very hard and expensive. Repairing crank case damage yes it's possible (I have a ypvs one that has been done) but does depend how severe. Whereabouts in Glos is it as I'm close? |
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 7, 2010 11:30:21 GMT 1
Hi Vin good to know there is anther lc nut down here. I am in Stroud the bike is in Nailsworth. Here is my old 125 22 years ago.  |
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Post by wiggy on Feb 7, 2010 13:14:22 GMT 1
350 is more desirable but i dont think a 250 is very much second best
my mates 250 is in my shed and i can tell you it didnt hang about when he rode about on it the only mods it has are a set of allspeeds and boyesen reeds
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 7, 2010 13:27:41 GMT 1
Ok thanks wiggy.
One last thing the mileage...31k sounds a lot as I see many with lower mileage...what are your thoughts...much appreciated...it helps to get feedback.....thanks all.
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 7, 2010 15:27:14 GMT 1
Well I got it guys. £1350. I have a high adrenalin rush now and am not sure if that is excitement or post purchase anxiety anyway I hope you guys will help me out when I start asking dumbass questions. ;D I have waited 25 years for one of these ever since someone took me down the road on one at 14, He slipped the clutch in second.... and that moment was etched into my genes forever more...cheers. |
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Post by vin on Feb 7, 2010 16:34:58 GMT 1
Nice one well done mate  look forward for updates  |
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 7, 2010 17:15:32 GMT 1
I am hoping to restore it but the last time I took a bike apart it never went back together again  My aim is to get it looking similar to Matt Pritty's which is in the LC gallery (well I can dream)! and imho is a thing of pure beauty. Before I let loose with the spanners though I will give it a good Blast...(adhering to national speed limits of course  |
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 8, 2010 1:00:06 GMT 1
Yes that is the first purchase.
I was wondering how the heck I would find space in the garage...I had completely forgotten about the conservatory ;D
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Post by zxr59 on Feb 8, 2010 19:11:35 GMT 1
nice bike i was watching this one to see what it brought,seems a very reasonable price you got it for.
personal opinion if its good to go enjoy it this summer and strip it through the winter.
good luck
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 8, 2010 20:14:56 GMT 1
Yes from what I can see there have been 2 or 3 250s go this week for around this price. I have some budget left over to "tinker"but your advice sounds good. I dont want to be looking at a pile of bits come June.
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 8, 2010 20:19:32 GMT 1
dont know how long I can live with the standard "leaf blowers" though!
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Post by fizzyam on Feb 8, 2010 21:15:36 GMT 1
Thanks for the link Gary. I am looking for the old style chrome Allspeeds, same as vin (above) has on his Mars bar, nice bike.
Do Gibsons still do that style? It aint an RD unless it crackles.
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anyway it is pretty standard, owned for 15 years bit tatty but seems basicly sound in that it starts and stops when it should and goes well. The only thing that puts me off is the 30k mileage and the lump out of the crankcase where the chain came off. I dont know a n awful lot about bikes as I have forgotten most of what i did know, Just looking for some feedback ie what to look out for.
My aim is to get it looking similar to Matt Pritty's which is in the LC gallery (well I can dream)! and imho is a thing of pure beauty. Before I let loose with the spanners though I will give it a good Blast...(adhering to national speed limits of course 