Hey guys, just stopping by here because I've recently acquired my first motorcycle. It is an '88 Kawasaki EX500. I just picked up the bike last night and I already love it. This is my first motorcycle that I have ever ridden and I must say, it's so much fun...

I've got an extensive automotive background, (I drive a modified ‘02 WRX, owned a JDM Nissan Silvia, four 240sx's, etc...) and I've always wanted a motorcycle. Finally, an opportunity that I couldn't refuse came up and so I jumped on it! The bike isn't in great shape... but it's a good start I think. It's got 20,000 miles and the engine was rebuilt about 3,000 miles ago. It's definitely a tired cycle, it's been dropped, missing some parts, broken pieces here and there, but all-in-all is a stout starter IMHO! I've got plans to get the wheels repaired and re-powder coated, along with restoring and repainted the fairings. Also, I am going to replace the mirrors, front blinkers, and possibly get a new seat. Anyways, I'm excited to get the project rolling on (it is soooo much cheaper than building a car...) and will keep you guys posted. I've got one crappy cell phone picture of the bike for now, so enjoy:




- Robert

 

Welcome. Have fun with the project. Look forward to seeing later pictures.

 

got the 06 and still looks the same

 

Welcome to KF man,, Heck yeah another Suby owner, Enjoy your stay

 

heck yeah I would take it. Welcome to KF and learn your new toy

 

Thanks for the welcome fella's! I pulled all the fairings off the bike today to clean up the frame, there was a bunch of oil and some other fluids baked onto it here and there... looks much cleaner now! I ordered a set of wheels off eBay that I'm going to restore, I can't wait for them to get here! Does anyone know where I could source some front turn signals?