1977 GS750: To start or not to start
Just picked up a 1977 GS750 (from a family member). It has sat for 22 years and was last ridden in 1988 and has less than 5000 miles.
Do I start a repair/rebuild? Or push it into a crusher?
What I know: The kick starter moves and 'feels' right. The tank is rusted (first time I've seen rust look like mold); the front brake handle is 'frozen'.
What I think: The tanks needs to be cleaned and coated; the carbs need to be cleaned (rebuilt?); the exhaust pipes, battery, chain and tires need to be replaced.
I do not think this is a 'precious' bike (worth $5K or more when finshed). I am looking at this as a good 'first project' that in the end will provide a solid, reliable running bike that would be fun to ride. I am trying to avoid investing $2000 or more (I feel time is mine to spend as I wish) in something that would never be worth more than $1000.
Any insight would be appreciated.
--David
Do I start a repair/rebuild? Or push it into a crusher?
What I know: The kick starter moves and 'feels' right. The tank is rusted (first time I've seen rust look like mold); the front brake handle is 'frozen'.
What I think: The tanks needs to be cleaned and coated; the carbs need to be cleaned (rebuilt?); the exhaust pipes, battery, chain and tires need to be replaced.
I do not think this is a 'precious' bike (worth $5K or more when finshed). I am looking at this as a good 'first project' that in the end will provide a solid, reliable running bike that would be fun to ride. I am trying to avoid investing $2000 or more (I feel time is mine to spend as I wish) in something that would never be worth more than $1000.
Any insight would be appreciated.
--David
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