2001 Katana 600 on semi-local craigslist $600

[TonyKZ1]

Hello all, I found a 2001 Katana 600 on a semi-local craigslist for get this... $600. https://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/6134523711.html

I looked at the ad but don't have the extra funds atm. Turns out it's battery died 5 years ago and it's been sitting outside since then. Along with a salvage title, few scratches on the fairing, a bent handlebar and brake lever, and just obvious neglect from being left outside in the weather.

What kind of person leaves a bike outside unprotected for years? I thought probably wrecked, the insurance co. totaled it due to fairing scratches and gave it a salvage title, or the guy bought it that way thinking he'd fix it up or ?

Sounds like it could be a good deal, after doing the obvious repairs and needed maintenance. Your thoughts?

Tony

[TonyKZ1]

Wow, 70 views and no other replies/posts. Ah well, I guess. I should have posted a question about which oil should I use

After closer viewing of the photos, it appears the forks are bent so yeah it's probably been wrecked pretty hard.

[Kreylyn]

Wow, 70 views and no other replies/posts. Ah well, I guess. I should have posted a question about which oil should I use

After closer viewing of the photos, it appears the forks are bent so yeah it's probably been wrecked pretty hard.

I wouldn't really call it a good deal.

It's worth about the sum of it's parts, and they priced it accordingly. With a lot of work and invested $, you could make it worth... less than what you wold invest in it.

Sad, but true... If you wanted parts, it's a consideration.