gearman Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 My son has decided to give up riding for a while. It has some minor cosmetic issues but over all it's a nice bike. http://akroncanton.craigslist.org/mcy/3263728505.htmlIphone/Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan_c_F Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 I foresee this lasting about 3 hours on craigslist before he's got a buyer. sharp looking little bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 No doubt this will fly off the shelf. Dirt cheap for a great learner bike, small corner carver, or commuter. GLWS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester3681 Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 I had one of these as one of my first bikes. Great to learn on, great price. Someone snatch it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 If the wife approves, I might grab this. It will become hers when I find (and can afford) an SV.The odds of her approving are slim though:( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rctaylor Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 Modular!Get it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearman Posted September 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 If anyone is interested give me a shout at 3303124374. I can give you some more details. Iphone/Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayjie15 Posted September 11, 2012 Report Share Posted September 11, 2012 It looks very clean for an older bike. GLWS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearman Posted September 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2012 Bump @ $1k OBOIphone/Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearman Posted September 16, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2012 New CL linkhttp://akroncanton.craigslist.org/mcy/3263728505.htmlIphone/Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rawlins87 Posted September 16, 2012 Report Share Posted September 16, 2012 Is there anything wrong with the bike mechanically? The add says it has comsmetic damage, what does that include? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester3681 Posted September 16, 2012 Report Share Posted September 16, 2012 I gotta say I'm surprised this bike is still for sale. C'mon guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearman Posted September 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Is there anything wrong with the bike mechanically? The add says it has comsmetic damage, what does that include?Some poorly touched up scratches on the front fender and tank. Also some scratches on the lower edges of the engine side cases, probably from a low or zero speed drop. The bike runs fine. It starts easily, no leaks, and all the lights and guages work.Additional info: When the bike was purchased I replaced the notoriously wimpy fork springs with new Sonic springs. They were disassembled, cleaned, inner tubes checked for straightness, new seals installed and reassembled with 15wt fork oil (per Sonic's recommendation). Slightly larger pilot jets were installed in the carbs and the float levels adjusted. The fuel lines were also replaced at that time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rawlins87 Posted September 17, 2012 Report Share Posted September 17, 2012 Was gonna call but there's not a number listed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearman Posted September 24, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Thanks to all who responded. The GS has been sold. Iphone/Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester3681 Posted September 24, 2012 Report Share Posted September 24, 2012 Bout time! I was about to buy the dang thing just on principle. (not really, I'm scared of my wife) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modular Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Modular!Get it!Oh, I did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modular Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 I actually got it for $900 though I have put about $1k into it at this point. Rode it in the backwoods in NKY with muh Junkies this past Sunday. Way too much fun for the entry price! I was actually laughing in my helmet a few times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFlash Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 I bet. I followed an older gentleman up/down the dragon in June. He was on a GS500F' date=' and I worked my ass off keeping up with him on my Multistrada. I've always been keen on the GS500.. especially the naked version. It's just a no-frills, no-nonsense motorcycle that is far more capable than folks give it credit.[/quote']That bike actually gets lots of credit and is very highly recommended as a good beginners bike or one that's great to just buzz about on. Many who have sold theirs to upgrade have wished they had kept it as a second 'fun' bike.I researched a lot of bikes and was looking for a GS 500 when I found mine. Mine is an "F" (Fairing) version and I would have preferred a naked bike for my first one but the price was right on this one, plus it gives me a chance to learn how to repair a cracked fairing (don't ask).Mine may be for sale at the end of next season. We'll see when that time comes.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester3681 Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Well bought, Modular. You'll enjoy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modular Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Since the purchase I have installed the Vance & Hines full exhaust, K&N drop-in filter re-jetted the carbs, gravity pet chicken off a 2004 Honda CRF450, EBC brake pads f&r, Brigestone BT-003 (110/70F 140/70R), -1 front sprocket, slipped the forks up 5mm on the trees, 2005 Katana rear shock and Superbike bars. The fork legs will be going to Ruben at 35 Motorsports. He is going to weld up and custom drill the damping tubes, install .90 or .95 (haven't decided yet) Sonic Springs and 15wt. oil. This bike f'n rails as in 70-100mph through the backwoods. As purchased it would top out at 105mph. It will now do an honest 120mph. What it lacks in out right speed it more than makes up for in cornering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester3681 Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Yeah - my biggest regret in riding was not taking my endorsement test on my GS when I had it. They handle like a champ, right? The only complaint I had, other than lack of a little grunt, is that it got blown around by the wind when it was particularly windy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
modular Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Even though I plan on picking up a supersport over the winter I won't get rid of the GS. Too much fun. Here is a before and after shot....As purchased:As it sits today: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jester3681 Posted October 23, 2012 Report Share Posted October 23, 2012 Love it. Making me jelly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted October 24, 2012 Report Share Posted October 24, 2012 Has anyone dropped a larger engine into a Gs500 frame?I know the F2 with a 900cc engine was somewhat common. A similar swap here would be fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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