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1978 Yamaha Dt-e on 2040-motos

US $28000
YearYear:1978 MileageMileage:2 ColorColor: RED
Location:

Troy, Michigan, United States

Troy, Michigan, United States
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Yamaha DT-E tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):175 WarrantyWarranty:Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty TypeType:ON & OFF ROAD For Sale ByFor Sale By:owner

Yamaha DT-E description

1978 Yamaha DT 175 E Enduro, 2285 miles, Sunshine Red, clean title

Starts, runs, shifts, stops great with these notes: 
- clutch needs adjustment (may jerk a bit the 1st time on cold start)
- carb disassembled and cleaned in last 30 days
- burns regular fuel

One adult owner, easy riding (no whoops, no air), mostly on Michigan sub-division streets and dirt roads.
- stored in garage 
- winterized, inc. yearly oil change
- new fork seals in 2005
- new exhaust in 2004
- fenders & tank repainted; new decals in 2004
- new seat cover in 2004

Tires:
- F: 80-100-21, good tread
- R: 100-100-18, good tread but has sidewall cracks
- Not D.O.T. approved (but work fine on pavement for reasonable distances/speed)

Issues: 
- battery doesn't hold charge (only needed for lights when engine is off, magneto powers lights when running)
- gas tank showing inside rust
- small areas of rubs, chips, nicks, and surface rust, consistent with age
- surface pitting on forks


Extras: 
- In-line fuel filter
- Std size fuse holder 
- RAM Mount, e.g. for GPS (GPS not inc.)
- Owner's Manual
- Electrical diagram
- Official Yamaha key fob

Inspections welcome.

Shipping is buyer's responsibility: Will work with your shipper or you pickup in person.

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