1978 Yamaha Dt-e on 2040-motos
Yamaha DT-E tech info
Yamaha DT-E description
1978 Yamaha DT 175 E Enduro, 2285 miles, Sunshine Red, clean title
Starts, runs, shifts, stops great with these notes: - clutch needs adjustment (may jerk a bit the 1st time on cold start) - carb disassembled and cleaned in last 30 days - burns regular fuel One adult owner, easy riding (no whoops, no air), mostly on Michigan sub-division streets and dirt roads. - stored in garage - winterized, inc. yearly oil change - new fork seals in 2005 - new exhaust in 2004 - fenders & tank repainted; new decals in 2004 - new seat cover in 2004 Tires: - F: 80-100-21, good tread - R: 100-100-18, good tread but has sidewall cracks - Not D.O.T. approved (but work fine on pavement for reasonable distances/speed) Issues: - battery doesn't hold charge (only needed for lights when engine is off, magneto powers lights when running) - gas tank showing inside rust - small areas of rubs, chips, nicks, and surface rust, consistent with age - surface pitting on forks Extras: - In-line fuel filter - Std size fuse holder - RAM Mount, e.g. for GPS (GPS not inc.) - Owner's Manual - Electrical diagram - Official Yamaha key fob Inspections welcome. Shipping is buyer's responsibility: Will work with your shipper or you pickup in person. |
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