Hi Folks.
I'm looking for a used Japanese cruiser - mid-size (~700 cc), V-twin. This will be the first bike I've personally owned. I've done a lot of riding - but that was before two spine surgeries.
I'm 48 and (relatively) stable and common-sensed. The purpose of a used Japanese cruiser is to see if my spine can take the riding before I buy myself a new bike for my 50th B-Day.
I've been focusing on Yamaha Viragos or Honda Aeros (Shadow or Spirit)
I looked at a 1985 Virago (700) yesterday. It only has about 6700 miles, new tires, a couple of scratches/chips on the tank. Excellent condition for 22 years old. The owner says its cherry - which it isn't quite and wants a lot of money for it ($2200). (no bags, no fairing, no sissy bar, a small & scratched windshield) Kelley Blue Book for a really good model is ~$1760.
Owner says he put $1000 into it last year. I've asked him about the seals and the compression and he says they're good. I saw no signs of leaks but he had it on a different part of the gravel driveway than where it was stored.
Can you please tell me if there is a known history of failures or any other high maintenance needed on this model.
Ditto about all Viragos and all Aeros?
What bike would you suggest? My budget limit is about $3000.
Thanks in advance
Jordeane
[email protected]
I'm looking for a used Japanese cruiser - mid-size (~700 cc), V-twin. This will be the first bike I've personally owned. I've done a lot of riding - but that was before two spine surgeries.
I'm 48 and (relatively) stable and common-sensed. The purpose of a used Japanese cruiser is to see if my spine can take the riding before I buy myself a new bike for my 50th B-Day.
I've been focusing on Yamaha Viragos or Honda Aeros (Shadow or Spirit)
I looked at a 1985 Virago (700) yesterday. It only has about 6700 miles, new tires, a couple of scratches/chips on the tank. Excellent condition for 22 years old. The owner says its cherry - which it isn't quite and wants a lot of money for it ($2200). (no bags, no fairing, no sissy bar, a small & scratched windshield) Kelley Blue Book for a really good model is ~$1760.
Owner says he put $1000 into it last year. I've asked him about the seals and the compression and he says they're good. I saw no signs of leaks but he had it on a different part of the gravel driveway than where it was stored.
Can you please tell me if there is a known history of failures or any other high maintenance needed on this model.
Ditto about all Viragos and all Aeros?
What bike would you suggest? My budget limit is about $3000.
Thanks in advance
Jordeane
[email protected]