What do you think is a fair price for an '81 Yamaha cruiser-type bike?

[nylentone]

I know almost nothing about motorcycles but I am competent mechanically. It turns over but doesn't spark. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would give it a 6 in terms of condition, but it seems structurally sound...

The style is almost exactly what I am looking for, although I like the looks of the mid 70's Yamahas better.

The girl who owns it paid $300 for it a couple years ago. I think it ran when she bought it.
Are parts really that hard to find for older bikes? Yamaha isn't exactly rare...

I'm in the USA.

 

[Yamaha man]

It really depends on your ability and also what kind of Yamaha you're looking at.I have a 28 year old XS1100 Yamaha standard.I can find almost any part I need off of Ebay.But I'm an experienced Yamaha tech and as far a being old.My bike will stay with the new R6"s up to about 100 mph.After that it pulls away.Give me more info on the unit and I can possibly tell you if it's worth it.

 

[frchrisfgn]

This seems to me rather an old crock you will be forever looking for new bits , not always available, hardly seems worth the effort, there are a lot of newer cruisers on the market at reasonable prices & low mileage and T&T look in MCN, you will be glad you are a competent mechanic Good Luck
Ps I am assuming your in the UK second hand bikes are a lot cheaper in the USA