From:Bob Nelson Electronic:rtnelson1369 -A- gmail.com
Subject:RE: RE: 1957-165 Hummer Date:Sun Sep 6 12:51:49 2009
Response to:12913
Bryn,
No I haven't committed to the bike yet. I'm still gathering info and cost
numbers. The bike that I'm referring to has been in the family for almost 50
years so there is some sentimental value associated with this particular one.
Thanks for the feedback though. Rgds, Bob

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Hi Bob...I don't know if you have committed to the bike yet or not, but I have
a 57' ST165 for sale. I live in Canada but the bike I purchased from a
gentleman in California. It has been a terrific bike, all original unrestored and
has been a good runner. I last put it on the road in 2008 and then in my
studio where it has sat. I need to replace a couple of wires that I noticed were
worn but all in all is a terrific bike. I road it for three years just around town
and had a ball. Please let me know if you have any interest. I am asking
$5000.00 US and guaranteed you will put this much into doing a full
restoration yourself. I am working on an english bike and wish I had maybe
bought one already done! Hind Site!
Thanks and good luck with your venture.
Regards Bryn

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I'm looking for some feedback from club members. I have an opportunity to
acquire a 1957-165 Hummer. It has been stored in a garage since the mid-
sixties. The owner did no long term storage prep on the bike when he quit
riding it and I don't think that the engine has even been turned over in the
past
40+ odd years. The bike will require a complete frame off restoration as well
an
engine tear-down rebuild. I live in the Louisville, Kentucky area and would to
discuss this entire process with some knowledgeable folks before I commit to
the project. The motorcycle is all original and completely intact. Who does
this
kind of work, cost, etc....? Let me know if you can give me some insight on
this
project. Rgds, Bob