28 May 2012

pass it on

For some reason yesterday morning I was up at 6am.
I did a quick scan through craigslist and was surprised to see this.

craigslist deal

























Without thinking I texted the ad over to my friend Spinner,
who was looking for another bike project.
A couple hours later he showed up with it.

1971 yamaha xs650 scrambler

















Way more bitchin up close.
Someone had put a dirt bike front end on it.
Spinner had actually ridden it all the way from Ramona,
about 40 miles or so,
with only a couple minor oil leaks to show for it.
The thing even had a registration and working lights.

1971 yamaha xs650 scrambler


















While it's the perfect bike to chop up,
it's also the perfect commuter bike.
What was I thinking passing it on!?

1971 yamaha xs650 scrambler





















Well at least it went to a good home.

lizard king




















After looking at these shots of the garage,
I guess I don't really need another project.

TP

2 comments:

  1. IF I HAD NOT MY CB 250 AND THE TENERE TO RIDE WITH I WOULD LOVE TO ASK YOU TO SPOT A BIKE FOR ME, TOO!!LOOKS IDEAL WITH ITS PATINA.

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  2. There are alot of good deal s popping up out here.
    I think it's the first thing to go when guys need money!
    TP

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