1981 Yamaha SR500

Description

This motorcycle was owned for approximately 20 years by an engineering R&D company as a reference.  I bought it about from them about 12 years ago with the intention of building it as a street tracker.  Other projects got in the way and I eventually sold it to a friend on an "easy payment plan".  He started making some changes to suit his own tastes including aftermarket signals, new tires, and an upgraded Mikuni carb, which has never been fully dialed in.  He fell on hard times and was not able to pay me so the bike came back to me.
I have lots of other projects so will not be able to give this any more attention.  It is a great opportunity for someone looking for an SR with good bones and who has more time and a stronger right leg than I have.
Overall it is in good condition, but needs some work.  The last time I rode it was in 2018 and I recall it being difficult to start then. These days it is an absolute bear to start, though it has good spark and compression.
It has a clean title in my name and has been on DMV non-op for the last few years.
Local pickup only but I may be able to deliver to a local (e.g. LAX) freight company
Relisted due to a non-paying bidder.  Please don't bid if you don't intend to follow through
This item is listed for sale locally.