Should I buy this bike?

[amontyg]

I already own an 82 550l. I have the opportunity to pick up a 78 550l for dirt cheap which i would be interested in using as a parts donor. Would any of the parts from it be useful on my 82? Or would it just be a waste of money and space?

[Guest]

I dont think the parts are interchangable, but hey buy it fix it up and have a second bike.

[tlepac]

I agree a lot of the p[arts aren't compatable--esp the carbs--I assume you have CV Carbs and the 78 should have VM carbs.

[Big T]

Different everything between those years

Some things would interchange, like wheels

[Nessism]

Lots of parts will exchange between those years. Whether it's worth the hassle depends on what parts you need.