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I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask or if this 34 year old bike is considered vintage(?), but thought I'd start here. I have a 1987 Ninja 250R. It has been in storage for about 8 years and I'm thinking about getting it semi-restored and running again. It would be helpful to make...

SOLD 2005 Suzuki SV650 - cheap and easy project or ride as-is with very minimal work. Currently running, with low miles (under 13K). Previous owner had a low speed tip-over then parked the bike for several years. Since then, I have cleaned the fuel injectors, replaced the fuel pump, and...

I have this tail light that came in a box of random parts. It looks really great on my 2020 Dirbag Challenge bike, but I have no idea what bike it was originally from.:dunno It has a nice shape and I would like to find another one. I originally thought it might be from a Ducati, but I have not...

As many of you may know I am building a custom frame and chassis for an RZ350 project. The question recently came up as to optimal seat height for a supersport / road race oriented bike. Here's the full thread... https://bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=546947 I'd like to get a...

I have an (almost) complete rolling chassis for a 2010 ZERO DS (dualsport). I had thought these would be nice parts for a project, but I have no time. Included is a frame (modified to lower the seat location), two sets of forks, swingarm, front and rear wheels (16"), brakes, seat, and few misc...

Last week I was reading the comments left by jpoppa on MikeGyver's 916 street fighter thread. Mike started an awesome thread detailing his Ducati 916 project... then nothing. I happen to know Mike from another forum (CustomFighters) and he is very active there and has created build threads for...

I know this isn't a very common item, but gonna throw out the ask... I'm looking for the lid (top) to an airbox for an Aprilia SXV or RXV. I see a few on eBay, but thought I'd look locally first. Picture added for attention purposes only:Party 20170304_095733 by andbike, on Flickr

This fiberglass tank fits an RZ350. I am told by the previous owner that it leaks and will need some minor repair. The cap is stuck closed and I have not tried to pry it open, so inside condition is unknown. There is no petcock, but it appears to use a Pingle screw-in type. Asking $50 Located...

I have an accumulation of fiberglass bodywork that I will never use. Some of these panels are from an RZ350 race bike that has made its way through several BARF owners. The two white tails are VERY rough. One has some damage, and both were just made poorly. The blue/white panels are in fair...

I have accumulated too many spares for my SXV and RXV so looking to give away some of the lesser desirable panels. All are usable, but have scratches, bad paint, or both. It looks like there are enough panels to make a complete set, plus a few more. These would make a good "race day" set while...

I have a set of side fairings for a gen2 SV650. Both sides have had holes cut for frame sliders to protrude through. One side has minor damage, but still very usable. Asking $50 Located in Livermore. 20210110_150001 by andbike, on Flickr

Like the title says, I'm looking for a gas tank for a gen2 SV650. Cosmetics are not important as long as it is clean inside and not leaking. I can't really afford anything really nice anyway. Just need to get a bike running again. Let me know what you have?

Part 1, the inspiration and beginning design process: This story begins back about 20 years ago when I built a small batch of road racing frames that were powered by EX500 engines. These bikes, dubbed the AK-1s, were very successful in AFM 500cc Twins racing and won numerous races including a...

I have a question/suggestion that I've been meaning to ask. First, some back story... I belong to another forum that is specifically for folks who build custom motos. I've been using this other forum exclusively for the past 9 years to post build threads on all of my project bikes. Recently that...

I'm curious if anyone has any good suggestions on where to get a motorcycle weighed? I've thought about using a bathroom scale, but would like something a little more accurate and less wonky. Anyway, thought I'd ask if anyone has a more reliable way to get bikes weighed. Perhaps a warehouse...