new-to-me 94 C10

Sport Rider · 02-06-2017, 10:35 AM

picked this up over the weekend. 15k miles. rebuilt title due to theft recovery. overall pretty good, but needs caught up on TLC types of things. only real issue I have found is with the starter which buzzes prior to engaging and turning over the motor. I have a spare motor though, so should be able to solve it.

other than that, replace brake rotors, fork seal, change fluids, etc...

Sport Rider · 02-06-2017, 01:24 PM

...and if you'd like to follow my C10 Leading Link/Sidecar install thread on the ADV forum, here's the link

http://advrider.com/index.php?thread...d-car.1203160/

ben2go · 02-06-2017, 10:42 PM

You sir are a crazy man.

Sport Rider · 02-06-2017, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by ben2go

You sir are a crazy man.

only mildly insane.

**JerryHawk250** · 02-07-2017, 08:12 AM

Nice bike! I could see myself on that.

Sport Rider · 02-07-2017, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

Nice bike! I could see myself on that.

Stop by and pick it up. about an hour and you're in the twisties!

**JerryHawk250** · 02-07-2017, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Sport Rider

Stop by and pick it up. about an hour and you're in the twisties!

I've been looking for a used Yamaha VMax. This has been my dream bike. Back in the early 90's a friend of mind had one and I road it a few times. Man that thing had some power. His first week he owned it he ran into the rear of a car trying to pass it. He learned quick to change lane 1st before hitting the gas to pass. lol It ran mid 10's in the 1/4 mile stock from the factory.
I found this one on craigslist but won't be able to go look at it till the weekend. It will more than likely be gone by then. https://batonrouge.craigslist.org/mcy/5969706417.html

emptyschmitz · 02-07-2017, 02:51 PM

I loved my C10. Fantastic solid bike, well engineered, could go for miles then play in the twisties without breaking a sweat. Popped my US129 cherry on that bike and have some great shots from that trip. Built a hitch for her out of scrap, wired up a trailer and towed two mopeds behind me on a 10 day road trip with my GF, hitting up two moped rallies in between. THAT was fantastic too and the Connie was an absolute trooper! Same color too, though mine was a 99. Enjoy that bike! With the PM you are going to put into it, she'll be a faithful ride for you!

Sport Rider · 02-07-2017, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by emptyschmitz

I loved my C10. Fantastic solid bike, well engineered, could go for miles then play in the twisties without breaking a sweat. Popped my US129 cherry on that bike and have some great shots from that trip. Built a hitch for her out of scrap, wired up a trailer and towed two mopeds behind me on a 10 day road trip with my GF, hitting up two moped rallies in between. THAT was fantastic too and the Connie was an absolute trooper! Same color too, though mine was a 99. Enjoy that bike! With the PM you are going to put into it, she'll be a faithful ride for you!

my main ride is my 05 C10, so I'm right there with you on the value of them. your 99 is Barney Purple. mine 94 is actually burgundy. I like the color compared to my TAN 05 model.

I'm thinking you need to figure out how to tow that BMW behind your C10. take that to the Cherohala skyway and have fun!

Weldangrind · 02-11-2017, 02:12 PM

I still flirt with the idea of buying an old Connie. What has slowed me down is the cost of replacement parts, as I learned with my KLR250. That said, it's very well engineered; best motor quality I've seen on a 250.

Sport Rider · 02-12-2017, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Weldangrind

I still flirt with the idea of buying an old Connie. What has slowed me down is the cost of replacement parts, as I learned with my KLR250. That said, it's very well engineered; best motor quality I've seen on a 250.

the big plus on this one is that they were manufactured practically identical for 20 years. there was a change to the front end in 92, but otherwise, the only minor change was to the dash. used parts are very plentiful. if you are a tinkerer, there are a number of mods that have been well engineered by other C10 owners.

my 05 model has a ZRX1100 front end, but others have replaced only the wheel with 17 inch and modified brake mounts and calipers for better tire choices and better braking. I replaced the rear wheel of mine with a Meanstreak version which is 17 inch as well. a slight bit of milling work and it's a perfect fit with the brake caliper. just need to source a different rotor to bolt up to the meanstreak pattern. shocks from other models help suspension. then there's mechanicals. replacement camshafts and carb modifications allow for some changes to match riding style from HP to torque in usable ranges. in all, it's a great bike to tinker with. most important, every time I get on it to ride, I just love it.

Sport Rider · 03-26-2017, 09:58 PM

here's the current configuration of the C10.....

Sport Rider · 04-02-2017, 07:11 PM

Made a blast from Charlotte to Jacksonville and back yesterday. this followed me home.

the gelcoat is a bit rougher than I expected, so paint will be a must. I'll get it done in maroon to match the bike. should look great.

everything else about it seems great. I had some cleaner I applied to the seat and body. it looks pretty good.

I'll be working on the wiring over the next few weeks. it needs general power for the tilt. also running lights and turn signals. it's got wiring for a radio, I believe, but I'm just going to put in a power adapter for an html connection. my girlfriend uses her iphone for music when riding. I think there's also wiring for an aux headlight. I gotta check the paperwork.

**cheesy** · 04-02-2017, 07:31 PM

That has nice finished interior, unlike the 1943 GAZ Jeep interior in my rig.

Sport Rider · 04-28-2017, 08:44 AM

The bike and sidecar are at the shop this week. My subframe pieces arrived for the C10. the shop I work with only wanted $450 to install the subframe, connect up the wiring harness for power, brake line, and install the rig. absolutely worth the cost compared to doing it myself! I might have it back sometime next week. after that, it's a road trip to Tennessee to have a friend apply paint to match the bike.

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02-07-2017, 02:51 PM	#8
emptyschmitz Join Date: Nov 2016 Posts: 72	I loved my C10. Fantastic solid bike, well engineered, could go for miles then play in the twisties without breaking a sweat. Popped my US129 cherry on that bike and have some great shots from that trip. Built a hitch for her out of scrap, wired up a trailer and towed two mopeds behind me on a 10 day road trip with my GF, hitting up two moped rallies in between. THAT was fantastic too and the Connie was an absolute trooper! Same color too, though mine was a 99. Enjoy that bike! With the PM you are going to put into it, she'll be a faithful ride for you! __________________ 2002 BMW R1100S, 1999 Kaw Concours, 1991 Kaw Eliminator 250, 1969 Honda Trail 90 Too many damn mopeds...
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02-11-2017, 02:12 PM	#10
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	I still flirt with the idea of buying an old Connie. What has slowed me down is the cost of replacement parts, as I learned with my KLR250. That said, it's very well engineered; best motor quality I've seen on a 250. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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cheesy Moderator Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Elburn, IL Posts: 5,966	That has nice finished interior, unlike the 1943 GAZ Jeep interior in my rig. __________________ Cheesy ______________________________________ 07 Hi Bird Enduro-Flown the Coop 07 Ural Gear Up 79 Honda CX500 77 VeloSolex 4600 V3 73 VeloSolex 3800 I'm making this up as I go.-Indiana Jones Telling me something 'is for my own good', is a fast way to a fat lip.-Me I don't even care about my own problems, why should I care about yours?-Quote on one of my favorite t-shirts
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02-06-2017, 01:24 PM	#2
Sport Rider Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 2,112	...and if you'd like to follow my C10 Leading Link/Sidecar install thread on the ADV forum, here's the link http://advrider.com/index.php?thread...d-car.1203160/
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02-06-2017, 10:42 PM	#3
ben2go Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 1,335	You sir are a crazy man.
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04-28-2017, 08:44 AM	#15
Sport Rider Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 2,112	The bike and sidecar are at the shop this week. My subframe pieces arrived for the C10. the shop I work with only wanted $450 to install the subframe, connect up the wiring harness for power, brake line, and install the rig. absolutely worth the cost compared to doing it myself! I might have it back sometime next week. after that, it's a road trip to Tennessee to have a friend apply paint to match the bike.
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