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a maxim worth $20,000

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by pbjman, Apr 7, 2012.

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    pbjman Member

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    pbjman, Apr 7, 2012
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    Polock Well-Known Member

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    i think a dog found his back wheel
     
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    He's PROUD of that redo seat? LOL
     
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    Does anybody besides me think that seat looks like a big lumpy tu*d?

    Man, that thing is UGLY!

    Loren
     
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  5. mtnbikecrazy55

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    This was posted on here a few days ago...

    And that seat is just as f'n ugly as it was the first time I saw it.

    Ouch.
     
    mtnbikecrazy55, Apr 8, 2012
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    Wow..... That's all I can say.
     
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  7. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    That seat cover is hideous, plus its not the right seat for that bike to begin with.....that seat foam is from a seca turbo, or an FJ or something like that.......it's not the 650 maxim foam (unless it was severely reshaped).

    The engine paint doesn't look good, either.

    The side cover badges are missing

    Carbs are not the right color

    Tank emblems are missing

    rim aluminum is not shining

    lettering on the gauge face isn't white

    wrong passenger footpegs

    driver footpeg rubbers are missing

    fork emblem is missing

    is that RUST on the edge of #1 pipe going into collar?!?! and the top engine-to-frame mount!?!?!

    incorrect handlebars

    rear turn signals incorrectly installed

    Ok, enough of the picking............Now let's ask the real questions:

    1. When were the brake shoes replaced?
    2. When were the brake pads replaced?
    3. When was the caliper last rebuilt?
    4. When was the master cylinder last rebuilt?
    5. What's the mileage on the bike?
    6. When were the shims clearances last checked and adjusted?
    7. What are the clearance numbers before and after the check/adjustment
    8. How old is the battery?
    9. What is the date code on each of the tires?
    10. When were the axle bearings last serviced or replaced?
    11. When was the oil and filter last replaced?
    12. Receipts for all the parts and work?
    13. How in the world do all the parts total up to $20,000?

    Need I keep going?

    Dave
     
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  8. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Darn, I can't even email my questions to him..........no link to do so.

    Dave F
     
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    As the old saying goes, you cant polish a turd but you can spray it with air freshener.
    Al
     
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    Even though you can't polish a turd, you can roll it in glitter and sell it online.
     
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    I think that $20,000 figure should be $2,000.00

    20-Grand?
    I know that just about any vehicle is worth much more when you itemize the Parts required to assemble it.

    But, even if you were to only buy Top-shelf and Designer after-market parts; 20-grand ought to get you enough parts for a few bikes.
     
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    Actually... You can polish a turd!!

    And a lion turd shines brighter than a ostrich turd... according to Mythbusters..

    But still that seat is fugly...
     
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  13. hogfiddles

    hogfiddles XJ-Wizard, Host-Central NY Carb Clinic Moderator Premium Member

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    Oh, I don't think so...........I think he REALLY means $20,000. LOL

    Thinking about it, it makes me wonder just how many thousands of dollars he put into NON-working parts, too!


    Dave
     
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    he probably paid $5000 for that RARE custom factory seat. LOL
     
    Metal_Bob, Apr 9, 2012
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    Obviously he's only ever riden/sat on Harleys LOL
     
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