I shouldn't have... I did anyway.

[JPaganel]

I just picked up an FJ600 for $300.

It doesn't run, but turns over. Seller says no spark, what that actually means is anybody's guess.

Bodywise, it's pretty decent, fairing in place, with a couple of loose tabs I can fix pretty easy. No rust. Seat is ripped, but that doesn't seem like a big deal.

Pictures forthcoming.

[Capn Ron]

An FJ600 for three bills?  I would have popped for that just for the learning experience!  Definitely want to see pictures of this project!

[JPaganel]

A few quick pics I snapped on the way to work this morning

[TexasDave]

Good looking FJ especially for the price. Is that an xs650 between the FJ's?  Dave

[fj johnnie]

 All the best stories start with.... I shouldn't have.....  I did  anyway...

[JPaganel]

Is that an xs650 between the FJ's? 

No, it's the smaller sibling, an XS400.

[yamaha fj rider]

Congrats on the 600. I couldn't have passed it up at twice the price.

Kurt

[cclase]

Dude, that's awesome!  My friends FJ600 was the first road bike I ever piloted solo (guess I was 13ish).  Good memories, thanks!

Chris

[FeralRdr]

Oh Dear Lord! 

OK JP, repeat after me: "Yes, Yes I did.... And I liked it, and feel good about it."  Now repeat that 5 more times and go ride.   

[novaraptor]

$300? At that price n condition I'd have snatched it up. Clean it up. If it doesn't run, make a coffee table out of it. Have you priced a good coffee table lately?

[JPaganel]

Now, the question is, do I put some gas in and try to start, or do I just pull the carbs off on general principle?

[Burns]

Now, the question is, do I put some gas in and try to start, or do I just pull the carbs off on general principle?

I reckon you have some sparks to find first. Then a gas tank to clean most likely.

300 bucks ?? !!! with a clean title I hope.

I'd love to have that one to keep my 12 company in the garage.

[axiom-r]

$.50 / cc is a very respectable ratio for any bike!  Well played.

[JPaganel]

I reckon you have some sparks to find first.

Should have a box of 'em somewhere... 

Then a gas tank to clean most likely.

It actually looks pretty decent. A little bit of spotting, nothing major.

300 bucks ?? !!! with a clean title I hope.

Well, that's a funny story...

Guy sold it to me without a title. And then last night texted me to say he found it. 

$.50 / cc is a very respectable ratio for any bike!  Well played.

My other project bike is a 550 I got for $200. In far worse shape, though.

[JMR]

Looks like you are fond of Yamaha's.