I picked on an 01 CBR 929 last month for $1500. Was told all it needed was a new cam chain tensioner. Upon firing it up I discovered its more than likely a bent valve.

How i picked it up


I also found out afterwards that previous owner had lost all the hardware for the body, and the banjo bolt for the fuel tank. I got replacement bolts for the body and test fitted it finding that most of the tabs have been broken


After learning of a possible bent valve i started tearing the bike down.


Got the Frame off the motor and pulled the head.


To Be Continued......

 

Good luck with it.

 

Hope u bring her back to life. Definitely worth it.

 

"Possible" bent valve and it ends up split in half thats the best first post of all time, welcome are you taking it back to standard or going to town on it.

 

probably pick up a stock head for now, and build the one that came off it. its got a PC3 and a two brothers exhaust.

 

Good luck with the build trider! It's too bad you couldn't find a 54 engine for your bike

 

that looks like alot of work is needed but could be a nice bike if done right. I just bought a 900rr in about the same condition, I flushed all my brake fluid and other fluids, checked all bolts and bearings/seals, replaced chain, brake pads. depending on how long the bike sat around, alot of stuff will get stiff and dirty. pull off both rims check bearings etc. seems you have the motor to fix first tho, gl with that.

 

Why do some people suck at owning a bike?

 

who sucks at owning a bike? I got one with a bad head for a cheap price and plan on restoring it to its former glory.

 

I think he meant previous owner.