Topic: Question about Lesters

[mono]

I know this has been beaten into the ground but i'm having trouble searching my answer.

Q: how much is a set of Lesters worth on average?   are there any problems associated with them?

I think i also remember something about the 16" rear being undesirable.  just looking for info, pros/cons.

[mono]

did some more scouring and found some info.  i'm going to check them out later today.  he's asking $300 for the set.  used.

if anyone thinks that's robbery, please holler.

[y2kc0wb0y]

$300.00 for a set is a good price even for the 16" rear however if it's a 18" rear (drum or disk) offer $350.00 and you'll still be ahead close to $600.00

[goldarrow]

What bike is this set for? Or going to?

[mono]

I'm thinking about getting them for my 78 750K

[goldarrow]

Check in the FAQ for Lester wheel numbers. 300 is good deal consider a set of spokes would cost you that much.   As far as market value goes, depending on lots of factors.

[mono]

$300.00 for a set is a good price even for the 16" rear however if it's a 18" rear (drum or disk) offer $350.00 and you'll still be ahead close to $600.00

OK that's good info.  i wondered why some sets are +$600 and some seem to go for less.  i hope it's an 18-incher.  i already have an 18" rear (chrome, spoked) for it, and i dunno if i want to downsize.

thanks guys.  this is all good info.

[goldarrow]

16" normally goes on chopper bikes

[mono]

16" normally goes on chopper bikes

yeah i know.  and not what i'm going for on this build.  unfortunately my chopper build is an '81 cb750C which has the 5-bolt comstars

[ekpent]

Hopefully its an 18,worth more, and you said you have another 18 around also,the stock rear wheel is a 17  for that year.Whew lotta teens there.

[mono]

Ended up getting a titled 77 750K frame with a set of what I think are Lesters ( 19" and 18" rear ) for $300 - front has some dual-disc rotor setup.  Must have 550 shocks.  Oh well.  Good deal I think.  Rims seemed undamaged - I went over them pretty closely.  Didn't see any Lester logos, but apparently they aren't always there.  I just hope they aren't Kawasakis...  either way its a good set of rims.

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[Stev-o]

  Rims seemed undamaged - I went over them pretty closely.  Didn't see any Lester logos, but apparently they aren't always there.

Look in the drum brake area on the rear rim, that's where mine is branded.

[mono]

Thanks man I'll check it out.  I pick it up this weekend. 

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[754]

 Igot a set for 125, or less that were mentioned on here. Personally I would not pay over 350,unless to resell. They. Often bring crazy money..
 In my opinion they should be worth far less than Morris, however. The Lester rear is an actual bolt on.

[mono]

Igot a set for 125, or less that were mentioned on here. Personally I would not pay over 350,unless to resell. They. Often bring crazy money..
 In my opinion they should be worth far less than Morris, however. The Lester rear is an actual bolt on.

my logic is that i'd spend around $350 for a set of chrome spoked wheels in "new" condition.  mags are easily restored if they aren't cracked or bent, and i like them because it's just something different.   my 550's got spokes - i'd like my bikes to not all be clones i guess.

OK what i really want to happen is for them to all look different enough for my friends to say "CHEESUS, MAN!  HOW MANY F***IN' BIKES DO YOU HAVE ?!?!" hahaha.

What do you mean by "bolt-on" ?   I are confused.

[754]

 I mean it goes on using your brake/sprocket hardware. The. Morris requires rear disc conversion on drum brake models, whick also means mounting a mc, etc..

[mono]

I mean it goes on using your brake/sprocket hardware. The. Morris requires rear disc conversion on drum brake models, whick also means mounting a mc, etc..

ohhhhh.. ok.      gotcha.   yes, that's a good thing.

I saw that you commented on this thread about dual-disc front wheels - http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=55612.0 - so i take it that the PO didn't necessarily do a terrible hack-job to get the 2 front discs (6-bolt) on the front wheel?

[mono]

Well, just hauled it home and its safe and sound in the garage.      still can't find any markings on the rims - so do I have Lesters or no??

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[Greggo]

Looks like yes.  18" rear to boot!

[754]

 Look alot like Yamaha mags to me, check the front see if the hub is welded into it..

[goldarrow]

Those look great. Let's get better pics

[scottly]

Look in the drum brake area on the rear rim, that's where mine is branded.

The Lester marks are on the inside of the hub, if I recall correctly. The wheel needs to be removed and the brake removed from the wheel.

[754]

Lesterhave the hubs welded in to the spokes, very easy to see it.

[754]

It has the drum in the back,must be Lesters..

[Stev-o]

Look in the drum brake area on the rear rim, that's where mine is branded.

The Lester marks are on the inside of the hub, if I recall correctly. The wheel needs to be removed and the brake removed from the wheel.

Look here:




This is off my 550F.

[goldarrow]

Yup. I like those. 

[Stev-o]

Yup. I like those. 

Thought you bought some?

[goldarrow]

Yes. Bought them that came with my orange 550.

I got 2 sets of Lester's, 1 set of Morris, 1 set of kimtab

[Stev-o]

Yes. Bought them that came with my orange 550.

I got 2 sets of Lester's, 1 set of Morris, 1 set of kimtab

Quite a collection!  Thinking of selling mine now.

[goldarrow]

Yes. Bought them that came with my orange 550.

I got 2 sets of Lester's, 1 set of Morris, 1 set of kimtab

Quite a collection!  Thinking of selling mine now.

Hang on to them.  I'm super tight on cash

[y2kc0wb0y]

Yes. Bought them that came with my orange 550.

I got 2 sets of Lester's, 1 set of Morris, 1 set of kimtab

PM me if you want to unload the tabs