blkbrdrydr Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 (edited) SOLD. Thanks for the kind words all! This Bird was purchased new in July of 2001, and spent the first twelve years of its life with my father who set it up to be an exceptional sport-tourer and meticulously maintained it as a second, or sometimes third, motorcycle. In the Spring of 2013, it then made the move out to Chicago to live with me, where I’ve since used it to get my first Iron Butt Association certificate and take a number of great rides around the Midwest. She's never been raced or abused, runs flawlessly, and is simply a great motorcycle. In a perfect world I’d keep it forever, but I only have the space and the budget for one motorcycle, and I’ve decided a Triumph Tiger 800XC is a just better fit for the city jaunts that make up the bulk of my riding. The Vitals· $4,000 with numerous long distance/sport touring add-ons included;· Clear title;· 68,xxx miles;· Garage kept, covered, and Battery Tender'd;· Meticulously maintained with full service record;Add-Ons (included in purchase price)· Penske 8983 Rear Shock· Micron Slip-Ons· Corbin Gunfighter & Lady (stock seat also included)· MRE VarioTouring Windscreen (stock windshield also included)· Pazzo Racing Short Levers (Black w/ Red Lever Adjuster) (stock levers also included)· Throttlemeister “Heavy”· Speed Bleeders (SB8125L)· Scottoiler (+ DID 110 Link Nickel Plated Chain (ZVM2 530))· Pyramid Carbon Fiber Hugger + Fenda Extenda· Bike Johnny Clutch Cover· Delinked Brakes· VFR Interceptor Clip-ons· GenMar Risers· Dave’s Lowering Pegs· Datel Voltmeter· Clear Front and Back Turn Signals (CTS-0025-C Fronts / CTS-0005-C Rears)· Hondaline Tank Pad· Heat-troller + Wired for Heated Gear· Dual Star Heated Handgrips· Fork Gaiters· Tapered Steering Head Roller Bearings· Phillips 4300K HID Bulbs· Pre-Wired for Battery Tender Quick Connect· Air Horn· Honda Service Manual + OEM Replacement Air Cleaners + various OEM spare parts (e.g. gear shift rubber, pop rivets, etc.)AdditionalThe Bird also currently has a Givi F248 Top Case Rack installed, which I'm willing to throw in. Depending on the purchaser's interest, my Givi E52 Maxia Top Case (w/ AdMore Lighting installed) may be sold for a reasonable additional price. ExteriorOverall, the paint and plastic is in very good condition, and the Bird is cleaned after every ride. There are small scuffs on the right side of the front fender and the right bar-end from a tip-over in 2013—these are visible in the pictures, but I'm willing to provide close-ups upon request. MaintenanceA full maintenance record has been kept, with mileage intervals, and service is up-to-date. Other than normal fluid and filter changes/inspection items, the more significant maintenance items are:· OEM Front and Rear Sprocket @ 34,500 Miles· Stator Replaced (Preventative Maintenance) @ 48,600 Miles· GP Suspension Front Fork Rebuild @ 57,800 Miles· Spark Plugs and Cam Chain Tensioner Replaced @ 61,900 Miles· Michelin Pilot Road 3 Tires (Front and Rear) @ 64,200 Miles· Yuasa YTZ12S @ 67,100 Miles· New Michelin Pilot Road 3 Rear Tire (took a nail to it a few weeks back) @ 67,950 I’m happy to answer any questions you might have—thanks for looking! Edited February 13, 2015 by blkbrdrydr 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furbird Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 I just have to say, I have no vested interest in this whatsoever, but if anybody wanted a Bird and didn't want to have to ever do anything to it, this would be the one to get. BEAUTIFUL. And everything is done, plus a whole lot more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 18, 2015 Author Share Posted January 18, 2015 (edited) I just have to say, I have no vested interest in this whatsoever, but if anybody wanted a Bird and didn't want to have to ever do anything to it, this would be the one to get. BEAUTIFUL. And everything is done, plus a whole lot more. Thanks for the bump! Have to say, I was half-tempted to title this "Touring Blackbird Starter-Kit"... Edited January 18, 2015 by blkbrdrydr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GriffXX Posted January 18, 2015 Share Posted January 18, 2015 Holy shit..... Chicago to So TX screams Bunburner... or Bunburner Gold... Haven't done an IBA ride in a while... Damn.. need to get back to the US..... This might be too soon for me, but your bike is stunning... Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 18, 2015 Author Share Posted January 18, 2015 Holy shit..... Chicago to So TX screams Bunburner... or Bunburner Gold... Haven't done an IBA ride in a while... Damn.. need to get back to the US..... This might be too soon for me, but your bike is stunning... Good luck. Thanks for the kind words--I can tell you from experience that this Bird would be totally ready for it; set the Throttlemeister, stop for gas in 200 miles, repeat as necessary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkxx Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 And a very professional ad and photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockmeupto125 Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 You forgot the carbon fiber engine covers and the mirror extenders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 19, 2015 Author Share Posted January 19, 2015 And a very professional ad and photos. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 19, 2015 Author Share Posted January 19, 2015 You forgot the carbon fiber engine covers and the mirror extenders. Good eye--this Bird also comes with mirror extenders and a carbon fiber stator cover. Additionally, "MRE VarioTouring Windscreen" should be "MRA"... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inline4 Posted January 19, 2015 Share Posted January 19, 2015 Damn that's a pretty XX! Wish like hell I could buy it. GLWTS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superhawk996 Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 What's with the knob on the steering stem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 20, 2015 Author Share Posted January 20, 2015 What's with the knob on the steering stem? It's for a ball and socket GPS mount. Damn that's a pretty XX! Wish like hell I could buy it. GLWTS. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davesXX01 Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 Beautiful bike! Reminds me of my old bike! Thanks for adding my peg lowering brackets! GLWS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 21, 2015 Author Share Posted January 21, 2015 Beautiful bike! Reminds me of my old bike! Thanks for adding my peg lowering brackets! GLWS! Thanks for the bump--and the brackets! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ndivita Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 I had a 2001 Blackbird back in 2009. Man this makes me wish I never sold it. Fantastic bike, good luck with sale. Someone is going to get a great bike and a great deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cecome Posted January 22, 2015 Share Posted January 22, 2015 I may be way off here but the ad ons alone look like 3k ish to my novice eye. crazy good deal. one thing that might help, unless i missed it, would be the weight of rider the bike is set up for at the moment. Lucky dude will get this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 22, 2015 Author Share Posted January 22, 2015 (edited) I had a 2001 Blackbird back in 2009. Man this makes me wish I never sold it. Fantastic bike, good luck with sale. Someone is going to get a great bike and a great deal. Thanks for the bump--she's still for sale if you've got room... I may be way off here but the ad ons alone look like 3k ish to my novice eye. crazy good deal. one thing that might help, unless i missed it, would be the weight of rider the bike is set up for at the moment. Lucky dude will get this one. Thanks--and yep, I didn't price out the parts (hate those ads where people think $X,XXX IN MODS!!1! means their machine is worth $X,XXX + the cost of the bike), but there certainly is some added value here for the right buyer (or the ability to take off and sell unwanted parts). As to the suspension, it's roughly set up for a 200lb. rider. Edited January 22, 2015 by blkbrdrydr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 Sale Pending! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Sigh... if I had the money, I'd buy it in a instant. Nice bike, and beautiful. Good luck with the sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peepa Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 So is it confirmed sold or did they back out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blkbrdrydr Posted February 13, 2015 Author Share Posted February 13, 2015 So is it confirmed sold or did they back out? Thanks for your note--picked up today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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