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Offline DJPresto

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WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« on: May 13, 2017, 01:57:29 pm »
I purchased a basket case WR240 liquid cooled 1985 twin shock but its missing ITC shocks, muffler and various other bits. Most of the major parts are there:
frame, swingarm
wheels, seat, tank
most plastics (old and rooted)
radiators and pipe (needs repairs).

Forks will need rechrome and the engine turns over (but will prob need a rebuild).

Since it will need lots of work I'm just seeking opinions of this model if its worth the $$$ and effort? Cheers
Triumph Speed Triple 1050, Husky XC430 1982, Husky WR240 1985, GSX1100ez, Husky CR250 1975

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Re: WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« Reply #1 on: May 13, 2017, 03:40:24 pm »
If you junk it I would but the back wheel for $100.
Around 2k should bring it back, unusual model that only went for 6 months.
Complete plastics from DC around $350
You can get ITC shocks on Ebay or new Gazi for $750
If you do the motor yourself around $500 if the ignition works another $400 if it doesn't.
Just odd bits will build up like brake shoes tires cables etc. 
Should be worth 4 to 5k when its done.
« Last Edit: May 13, 2017, 03:42:24 pm by Slakewell »
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Re: WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« Reply #2 on: May 13, 2017, 05:49:19 pm »
Very good vinduro bikes, worth doing for sure.
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Re: WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« Reply #3 on: May 13, 2017, 05:50:17 pm »
if you wreck it I will take the rolling frame.... with both wheels!

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Re: WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« Reply #4 on: May 13, 2017, 06:12:54 pm »
in fact if you want to move it on I could be interested in the lot... I have a plan....evil laughter.... ???

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Re: WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« Reply #5 on: May 14, 2017, 02:12:35 pm »
Sorry to disappoint everyone but if I don't rebuild it I'll need the spares off it for my other bike.
Triumph Speed Triple 1050, Husky XC430 1982, Husky WR240 1985, GSX1100ez, Husky CR250 1975

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Re: WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« Reply #6 on: May 14, 2017, 07:49:16 pm »
what about rolling frame??

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Re: WR240LC 1985 Twin shock worth rebuilding?
« Reply #7 on: May 15, 2017, 07:03:19 am »
They are desirable.
85/400WR,86/240WR,72/DKW125,Pe250c,TC90,TS100,XT250,86/SRX250,XR400r
Friend  struggling up a hill on a old bike at MTMee .http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjj6E2MP9xU.