Anyone in the Green Bay Wisconsin area want to do me a payed favor?

[Chaharly]

Dont know if im posting this in the wrong area. But does anyone live in that area that would be interested in taking a look at an 85 Venture at TA Motorsports?

 

That's a LOOONG drive for me so it would be greatly appreciated. If I can't find anyone, oh well.

 

THANKS GUYSSS!!!!

[cowpuc]

Fly over me over there Cha:yikes:,, I would gladly take a peek for ya:backinmyday: I will even meander down to the Fools and take another shot at disconnecting that Wisconsin White Washer.

 

I jumped over to their website and took a peek at their posted pics.. I like the fact that the cassette player appears to still sport its plastic cover (been a while since I seen one of those). The grips appear to be non-stock, the seat looks like it has been sat in for many hours (my blonde 84 had a tan seat - after 100k it developed that same darkness with lighter colors along the seams - look closely), and the puddle of oil behind the kickstand speaks of higher mileage to me.. Was that advertised at 38k? I would be suspicious of 138k. Maybe get some better detailed pics if ya cant get some smart alec like your ol buddy puc to take a peek!!

I am going back to look at the 83 they have listed,, just for the heck of it..

[RedRider]

Sure, be glad to go take a look. Don't expect me to ride it though. Still a little chilly here.

 

Where is TA Motorsports? Not familiar with them.

 

Google is my friend. Which store is it located?

 

RR

[93 venture]

Are you dead set on getting a 85? i have a 93 i would sell

[eagleeye]

Pictures my friend, pictures

[cowpuc]

Hope I got the right one and Cha dont mind me trying to help him out... Here is what I found.. If I got the wrong one or infringed Cha, forgive me will ya?

 

525 American Drive, Francis Creek, WI 54214

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[TD](920) 682-1284

 

Yamaha 1985 Royal Venture

 

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[Chaharly]

Hope I got the right one and Cha dont mind me trying to help him out... Here is what I found.. If I got the wrong one or infringed Cha, forgive me will ya?

 

525 American Drive, Francis Creek, WI 54214

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[TD](920) 682-1284

 

Yamaha 1985 Royal Venture

 

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That's exactly the one puc! Saving me alot of time doesnt offend me one bit. I do alot of this on my phone and I know you know what I mean with your tablet. Thanks buddy!!!

 

And im in no rush so if you just happen to be that way swing on in. I'm sure alot of us here just love to go bike shopping!!

[Chaharly]

Are you dead set on getting a 85? i have a 93 i would sell

 

I'm not dead set on an 85 I don't think. I just have a little sentimental value on one! Id love to take a look at what you have! Could You pm me some pics and some information please? I assume you're not in a real hurry to sell it eh?

[Du-Rron]

Taken from the ad.

 

"The 31.2 inch seat is raised 5.6 inches above ground. "

 

Should be easy to get your feet/knees/ears on the ground since this is such a lowrider.

[Chaharly]

Taken from the ad.

 

"The 31.2 inch seat is raised 5.6 inches above ground. "

 

Should be easy to get your feet/knees/ears on the ground since this is such a lowrider.

 

Yeah they don't seem to be the best around. Waiting on pictures from them. I hate when they're slow about that sort of stuff

[93 venture]

Here a pictuce of it

[Venturous Randy]

First of all, if it is an 85, check the ser# and make sure it is above 1413 or you may be dealing with the famous 2nd gear problem and 38,000 miles is about when many start to have a problem.

Anytime I look at a supposed low mileage bike, especially an MKI, the first thing I look at is the condition of the rotors. If there is a substantial lip near the edge, it usually means that you can add another 100,000 miles to the odometer. There are other tell-tell signs to go a long with this and rotors can be replaced, but it is a start.

Randy

[Chaharly]

Here a pictuce of it

 

 

Looks like she gets treated pretty well! How many miles are on her?

[Chaharly]

Fly over me over there Cha:yikes:,, I would gladly take a peek for ya:backinmyday: I will even meander down to the Fools and take another shot at disconnecting that Wisconsin White Washer.

 

I jumped over to their website and took a peek at their posted pics.. I like the fact that the cassette player appears to still sport its plastic cover (been a while since I seen one of those). The grips appear to be non-stock, the seat looks like it has been sat in for many hours (my blonde 84 had a tan seat - after 100k it developed that same darkness with lighter colors along the seams - look closely), and the puddle of oil behind the kickstand speaks of higher mileage to me.. Was that advertised at 38k? I would be suspicious of 138k. Maybe get some better detailed pics if ya cant get some smart alec like your ol buddy puc to take a peek!!

I am going back to look at the 83 they have listed,, just for the heck of it..

 

I think you should throw them an offer on that white one puc! Shes got high mileage but I cant get over that white color on these ventures. You live on the other side of the lake don't you Puc? I'll gladly send you over the lake but only if you promis to pay that Fool a visit!!!

 

First of all, if it is an 85, check the ser# and make sure it is above 1413 or you may be dealing with the famous 2nd gear problem and 38,000 miles is about when many start to have a problem.

Anytime I look at a supposed low mileage bike, especially an MKI, the first thing I look at is the condition of the rotors. If there is a substantial lip near the edge, it usually means that you can add another 100,000 miles to the odometer. There are other tell-tell signs to go a long with this and rotors can be replaced, but it is a start.

Randy

 

Im not too intimidated by the second gear issue. My first 85 started having that problem and that's why I sold it (foolishly). I never thought of checking the rotors though! That's brilliant man!!!

[cowpuc]

Here a pictuce of it

 

THAT IS PURRRDYY!!!

 

First of all, if it is an 85, check the ser# and make sure it is above 1413 or you may be dealing with the famous 2nd gear problem and 38,000 miles is about when many start to have a problem.

Anytime I look at a supposed low mileage bike, especially an MKI, the first thing I look at is the condition of the rotors. If there is a substantial lip near the edge, it usually means that you can add another 100,000 miles to the odometer. There are other tell-tell signs to go a long with this and rotors can be replaced, but it is a start.

Randy

 

Excellent advice!! You can sure tell this aint our buddy Randy's first time at sorting thru a dealerships used bike inventory!!

[Chaharly]

THAT IS PURRRDYY!!!

 

 

 

Excellent advice!! You can sure tell this aint our buddy Randy's first time at sorting thru a dealerships used bike inventory!!

 

 

Yeah I'm thinking Randy would be a good guy to have around while shopping.

 

Too bad HIS 85 isn't for sale eh?

[Venturous Randy]

Yeah I'm thinking Randy would be a good guy to have around while shopping.

 

Too bad HIS 85 isn't for sale eh?

 

The problem with the 85 is you can hardly see it with all the stuff piled on top of it. And, most all of the plastic parts are hanging from the ceiling in the corner of the garage. I had picked it up for my son, who later got an 86. He went through the carbs and I put my TCI on it and it ran good, even though with the 83 TCI, it was not ported correctly to the boost sensor, so I think we just plugged the port.

It's really too good of a bike and I am trying very hard to not use it as a parts bike when I need something. The 85's are a pretty unique version of the 1st gens.

Randy

[93 venture]

94,000

[Chaharly]

94,000

 

 

Oh my! It looks lije you take damn good care of it! I'm wanting a bike I can put a hundred thousand miles on but I'll definitely think about it

[RedRider]

Will likely be stopping by TA Motorsports Thursday to check this out. Will let you know what I find.

 

There is a forecasted high of 11F tomorrow. Don't think a ride will be in the cards though.

 

RR

[Chaharly]

Will likely be stopping by TA Motorsports Thursday to check this out. Will let you know what I find.

 

There is a forecasted high of 11F tomorrow. Don't think a ride will be in the cards though.

 

RR

 

Hey! I really appreciate it! No need to go out of your way but thank you! Just bring your parka!

 

I'm curious to see if its 38000 miles or 138000 miles here's What venturous randy suggested in case you missed it.

irst of all, if it is an 85, check the ser# and make sure it is above 1413 or you may be dealing with the famous 2nd gear problem and 38,000 miles is about when many start to have a problem.

Anytime I look at a supposed low mileage bike, especially an MKI, the first thing I look at is the condition of the rotors. If there is a substantial lip near the edge, it usually means that you can add another 100,000 miles to the odometer. There are other tell-tell signs to go a long with this and rotors can be replaced, but it is a start.

Randy

[Flyinfool]

And a Milwaukee M&E is kind of on your way to Green Bay to pick up a new to you bike.......

[RedRider]

[RedRider]

My impression of the bike.

 

1) Plastic appears to be relatively flawless. Does not appear it had ever been down. Crash bars did not have any rash that I noticed (ran my hand down them).

2) Rotors did not have a ridge. They were lightly scored, but nothing I wouldn't ride on (with a likely change of pads all around). Both fronts and rear rotors were checked.

3) All the fancy fairing stuff was there. CLASS, cassette deck, cassette deck lid, radio.

4) Battery was completely dead so I wasn't able to see if anything worked.

5) All luggage opened and closed and locked with the ignition key. (Wait, I didn't try to lock the trunk, but it did open easily with the latches.) I did not try to remove the saddle bags.

6) Seats were weathered, but did not look overly worn. Some good treatment with leather food of some sort will do it good.

7) Right front rotor cover appears to have some fluid leaked on it. Couldn't tell if it was brake fluid, fork oil, or some dog stopped and took a leak on it.

8) Serial number is JYA59J000FA000242

9) There was some wet oil on the bottom of the engine, clutch side. Appeared right under the shift shaft where it goes into the tranny. Was dry further back. Did not notice any oil under the throttle side engine.

10) All vents were in place. The plastic vent-like cover that goes between the triple tree and the fairing (under the handlebars so you can't see down the forks) was not there. Don't know if this bike has that piece or not. I seem to recall my '83 had that, but I could be wrong.

11) Tires seemed decent. Didn't check date codes, but I didn't see any cracking and they had decent tread left.

12) Aftermarket grips. Not overly expensive ones, but they were in good shape.

13) Interesting chrome cowling under the radiator, behind front wheel. Appears to have a couple of lights in it. Never seen one of these before. Nice.

14) Front rotor covers on both sides. Wired for lights, was not able to see if the lights worked as the battery was dead.

15) Chrome side lights on the front fender. Again, unable to test.

16) Has Yamaha back rest, wasn't installed but appears to be complete.

17) Small Venture bags (2) that go in front of the knees, attaching to faring, were in the trunk. Appeared to be complete, as did the mounts for them.

18) Chrome radiator grill was in really good shape.

19) Nice highway pegs.

20) Tasteful pinstriping was in good shape.

21) Don't recall seeing a center stand, but I really didn't look for it.

22) There were two auxiliary switches just inboard from the CLASS. Assume they were for the front rotor lights and the cowling lights. Again, couldn't test.

23) The faux gas tank cover was loose. However, it appeared it just hadn't been tightened down. Now that I think about it, they likely removed the battery so it wouldn't freeze. (I think that is where it is on this bike.)

24) Sales dude I spoke with was Jeff Huntoon. He wasn't knowledgeable about this bike. Not surprising at all. He was more of a snowmobile guy (owns 20 or so snow machines with some from the '60s).

 

Overall, from a purely aesthetic standpoint, this bike would clean up really well. Very good shape. As it is not motorcycle selling season up here, and it was sitting in an unheated pole shed, they did not clean it up. So it was dusty. Was not able to start it to hear it run, let alone ride it. It was 10F and I wasn't dressed for it.

 

It didn't appear they were trying to hide anything on the left side parking it next to the crates. This was near the door and there were snowmobiles in the shed they needed to move in and out. If the bike was further away from the crates, it would have blocked the door.

 

It was good talking with you CJ. Let me know if you need anything else. Good luck with your choice.

 

RR

Edited February 13, 2015 by RedRider

[cowpuc]

Nice pics Red!!

Ok,, I will be the first opinion giver,, like Randy was saying - checking rotor wear is a very good way to get a feel for the accuracy of the alleged mileage. Given that, from what little rotor surface is visable I think I do see lines in the front one. The seat also looks very close to what the tan seat on my blonde 84 looked like at 150k miles - that deep, sweated in dirt look,, it just looks like way more that 38k to me. Also, I have been around MK1's enough to know those are not stock grips for the MK1, not sure if that applies to the MK2. The Mark1 original grips (which I LOVE) get pretty greasy when they get up close to 6 digits on the odometer, this would make for a good reason to swap em out.. Almost need to see it real life to be sure..

On the other hand,, it is refreshing to still see the little plastic cover over the radio - been a good while!! Also, put that puppy in the hands of someone who dont mind cleaning, waxing and polishing chrome and THAT could be a gorgeous machine. I am also sure that with a litte elbow grease - the seat would clean up nicely too!!