Didn't really need another project...

[Greg B]

But when i'm given a XLCR1000, what am I supposed to do? Say no?
A little rough, and will require some effort. But not missing too much, the exhaust being the biggest part needed.
But I've seen a few examples of the pipes for sale, so don't think it'll be too difficult to sort out.
Enjoy.

[steve murdoch]

Always like the look of them.
I have seen one with a set of high, flat track style mufflers that looked good.

[dorkburger]

Interesting. Not big on H-Ds, but isn?t that model pretty rare?

[Greg B]

Interesting. Not big on H-Ds, but isn’t that model pretty rare?

From what I've been able to dig up, around 1900 were built in '77 (which this one is). Around 1200 in '78.
And 9 in '79.

This bike is one that I've always wanted. They weren't spectacular performers, but I'm getting older anyway.
And my GS's are more than fast enough.

[Guest]

Those are highly collectable. First thing, run the vin.

[RichDesmond]

Yep, rare and collectible. I knew a guy who had one, he said it was pretty terrible to ride for any distance. But they are a good looking bike IMO.

If you're concerned about future value, keep it as close to stock as you can.

[Nessism]

Very cool! Looks to be in very good shape.

[Greg B]

Those are highly collectable. First thing, run the vin.

The engine & frame have matching #s.
The guy I got it from has had it sitting in his garage for 30 yrs.
I know two people who know, or knew, the original owner.
I'm not overly concerned if it just turns out to be a modified Sportster. It looks right.
Biggest pain is that it hasn't been registered in those 30 years. And sorting out the paperwork is likely to suck.

[salty_monk]

Shouldn't be too difficult - sounds like it's long out of the system. Will need a CHP inspection though.

[GS1150Pilot]

Along with the EVO FXR, one of my absolute favorite bikes by HD. What an awesome project!

[Greg B]

Shouldn't be too difficult - sounds like it's long out of the system. Will need a CHP inspection though.

What are your thoughts on the DMV hassles?
No title. No tags.
Have Bill of Sale, not that means anything to CA.
Think DMV will assess 30 years of back fees?
Apparently the original owner is long dead.

[Nessism]

California dumps the vehicle from the system after something like 5-7 years unless it's PNO. I think the Bill of Sale will do (it might need to be notarized) , along with a Statement of Fact regarding where it's been stored. If it was PNO then you may have bigger troubles considered the owner is dead.

[Greg B]

California dumps the vehicle from the system after something like 5-7 years unless it's PNO. I think the Bill of Sale will do (it might need to be notarized) , along with a Statement of Fact regarding where it's been stored. If it was PNO then you may have bigger troubles considered the owner is dead.

I was told it was never PNOed. My friend is looking for the BOS he got from the owner when he bought it.
I think going through one of the registration services might be the easiest option for me. Yeah, it costs money, but if I can get this titled in my name, its worth, it I think.

[salty_monk]

If it's out of the system more than 7 years it's just a case of filing paperwork.... simple enough. Get it insured, fill out some DMV paperwork (or I believe AAA can do it). They have a look at it to make sure the VIn & engine number is right & then you need to have a CHP inspection (to make sure nothing is stolen) before it gets its final tags.

It's a couple of hours work on a couple of days, hanging around but not difficult. Pretty typical of DMV sh*te...

10 years since I did it (Nessism advised me) but I don't believe it's changed...

[Nessism]

AAA is the way to go for sure. They don't jerk you around like the DMV. Back when I was doing lots of bikes I joined AAA just so I could avoid the DMV. Nice comfortable seats and minimal wait, even without an appointment. Worst case they send you away with the proper forms and tell you what to do next time.