thinking of breaking my Xcountry

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ive been having a debate in my head if Its a good idea to do this with my 08 bike. Does anyone need anything ? and if anyone has any pointers to some rare parts that maybe worth decent money im all ears . thanks
 
What do you put the value of the complete bike at? I've considered this, and concluded it needs to be a low value if this ever is to be an attractive route for disposal
 
I'd be interested in the wheels for my X-Moto.
 
@peepingtom The problem is you are left with a shedload of bits that people just don;t need and you have to store and label and keep track etc etc

Sell it in one bit or be prepared to put a shedload of effort into getting rid of it bit by bit

Or Sell yours to John Nicholson, He's looking a new project LOL
 
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GFJ said:
What do you put the value of the complete bike at? I've considered this, and concluded it needs to be a low value if this ever is to be an attractive route for disposal
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well it owes me £2500 , would I expect someone to pay that for a none runner, no. but back of a fag packet calculations says I may get close IF I can sell most of the big bits. I know it's a big IF.
 
DrFarkoff said:
@peepingtom The problem is you are left with a shedload of bits that people just don;t need and you have to store and label and keep track etc etc

Sell it in one bit or be prepared to put a shedload of effort into getting rid of it bit by bit

Or Sell yours to John Nicholson, He's looking a new project LOL
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yes I realise there will be a lot of leftovers once the good stuff if gone plus the hassle of god knows how many visits to the post office .
 
Google says!
  1. Faulty Relay: If the ABS relay is stuck in the closed position, it can cause the pump to run continuously.
  2. Pressure Sensor Failure: The pressure sensor in the ABS module could be defective, sending incorrect signals to the pump. I
  3. ABS Module Malfunction: The ABS control module itself could be failing, causing the pump to run unnecessarily.
  4. Electrical Issues: Wiring problems, such as short circuits or damaged connectors, can also cause the pump to stay on.

In this wonderful damp weather we are having, maybe a bit of garage time may fix it? Buena suerte!

P.S to avoid endless visits to the post office, let them come to you to collect from your home- details on Royal Snail website
 
peepingtom said:
it has a problem with abs pump running up as soon as the battery is connected
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I've delete abs'd a few bikes. Easy enough to do, but will need a couple of new brake lines from somewhere like venhill etc (the front one I think). I'd get it running then sell fwiw
 
peepingtom said:
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well it owes me £2500 , would I expect someone to pay that for a none runner, no. but back of a fag packet calculations says I may get close IF I can sell most of the big bits. I know it's a big IF.
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When I looked at doing it I didn't get anywhere near £2500 in bits in my estimations. I've sold good engines for £500 (I have new boxed for £1600), wheels at £300, clocks seem to fetch £150 ISH then it's a case of what else you can sell and get anything decent for. It's a relatively small market which can be both a good thing and a bad thing I guess.

I'd either sell it out complete as a donor bike for someone, or remove the abs and sell it for something like you want. I have a couple that I'll prob sell next year, and I think you're right on your estimation of £2500 as a ballpark for an average bike.

Good luck whatever you choose to do
 
I think that as long as the bike is mechanicaly sound (apart from abs) then it is worth saving, I have no issues with my x challenge being g non abs.
 
GFJ said:
When I looked at doing it I didn't get anywhere near £2500 in bits in my estimations. I've sold good engines for £500 (I have new boxed for £1600), wheels at £300, clocks seem to fetch £150 ISH then it's a case of what else you can sell and get anything decent for. It's a relatively small market which can be both a good thing and a bad thing I guess.

I'd either sell it out complete as a donor bike for someone, or remove the abs and sell it for something like you want. I have a couple that I'll prob sell next year, and I think you're right on your estimation of £2500 as a ballpark for an average bike.

Good luck whatever you choose to do
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thanks yes maybe im being optimistic we shall see ill try and make a decision by the end of the weekend either way.
 
FERRET said:
I think that as long as the bike is mechanicaly sound (apart from abs) then it is worth saving, I have no issues with my x challenge being g non abs.
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it would be the sensible thing to do I guess, something needs to happen, I did an abs removal on my 1200 years ago and it was very simple
 
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