Here goes! Been looking at a 750 for about 18 months and then finally pulled the trigger back in september. Found it on craigslist has about 27000 miles on it, runs great just needs some tuning on the carbs, exterior of bike looks pretty crappy but all I wanted was one that ran well. I paid $800 for it.
Never even ridden a bike before and I bought it, had to have my brother ride it home for me. We stopped off in a parking lot on the way home and got my first lesson. After about 5 minutes of riding I developed a fear for leaves that only a biker would understand. Grew some balls and went tearing across the parking lot, the sound of the drag pipes echoing against the buildings, the crisp Autumn air pushing against me, and the adrenaline rush no car has ever given me, all confirmed the reason for my purchase and the love of this bike I'd only known for 40 minutes. Looked down and I was going 25, scared #$%*less but having a blast.
Thanks to the hours of research on this site, to the lament of my girlfriend, I have some great ideas about fixing her up. Also thanks to the economy and my recent layoff I now have the time. She runs great so I dont want to crack her open, maybe just some head work, and new valves and springs, maybe a cam if i get cocky. Repainting everything, motor, frame, tank, everything. Cafe single seat, dual front breaks, spoke rims, wrap the drag pipes, or maybe get a 4-1 exhaust, powder coat some stuff. Should be a fun trip.
I have basic mechanical skills, I can follow instructions very well, everything I have learned has come from internet forums over the last 6 years or so. I have a decnt set of tools, just set up my shop so Im sure ill be filling it up as I go, pictures are below.
So wish me luck, Im expecting a budget of maybe 2 grand and a timeline of 2 months hopefully, dont want to miss any bit of riding time here in KY.
