That's actually debatable, especially after seeing what's all missing from that bike. I'd suggest you grab a notepad and write down everything that's missing and post that list on here. Also what are the conditions inside the engine, will it need a new top/bottom end etc.?I got the bike for free, so I figure it will be cheaper than buying a newer bike.
If that's all true then I'm very confident that you're already over $1000.I think the engine is in good shape, but i don't know that for sure. I do know it needs a new carburetor and the shocks all need to be replaced and obviously the chain needs replaced and new tires.
Since you currently have $0 in the bike I'd try to sell it for a couple hundred (instant profit), take that money along with the other $1000 and buy something in better shape. Trust me and the others, this bike will be a money pit. There are a lot of deals to be had in the $1000-2000 range if you look hard enough. For example a year ago I picked up my 08 KX250f for $2000 and about the only thing it needed was a clutch lever.If I can do that, then I could potentially sell it later for at least some profit and upgrade to a newer bike.
At least put it on Craigslist for "Make Offer" and if somebody offers $100-200 for it I'd probably sell it.Very nice! I may have to do that, but I don't know who would want to buy this thing, I wouldn't even know where to start other than craigslist I guess, but I just feel like it would be pretty hard to get a buyer for this thing. But I definitely appreciate the info!
thisParts don't come by easy for those old KTM's. With that being said you could part it out on ebay, somebody might be looking for some parts you have. Just a thought.
Like the others said, parting out would be another option, however it'll take a lot more work.I put an ad up, we will see what happens, if I dont get any nibbles I guess I have a decent project ahead of me