i recall a recent thread from a new member in the washington area saying they ask high prices for sohcs in that area
It's sort of true, certain bikes go quick no matter what, and at probably higher than average prices, but I've bought 2 72 750s and a 76 750a, $400 each for 2, $350 for the other, all titled. 1 was seized, broke it loose the next day and it's still running 3 yrs later, the other 2 were purchased as non runners for project. I wouldn't pay $800 for a non- runner unless it was pristine, if it's titled and average looking, $500, if it's "custom" maybe a little more if it's good, a little less if it's not. There are lots of unemployed/underemployed folks in the PNW, and a seemingly high number of builders, when a tasty morsel hits the water, the fastest sharks get it. Best of luck, and be persistant as well as patient, If you can respond to an ad within the first hour or two, you're chances are pretty good, but can drop quickly after that for the more desireable bikes. I've seen ones like that first one in the $500 range, is that the one with the dropped valve? Whenever I've heard that term, it means something broke and the valve fell into the cylinder, usually making a mess of things..if so, it's new motor time. If you're interested in sohc cb650s at all, you might pm member "Kit", her and "MickeyX" have a couple here in Portland that they have mentioned selling..one was a BOTM, the other's a project..
