Q about 81 kz440 ltd- drive train issue

[samsquantch]

I'm looking at a running 1981 KZ440 LTD that won't shift. The owner said:

"It is chain driven. I was tiding one day and as I was shifting gears it clunked a little then would not go in to any of the drive gears so it could be tranny, could be clutch, or something completely different "

What does that sound like to you guys? If it's the trans, how hard is that job? I know the motor would have to some out, split the cases, etc. I've done a lot of top-end work on the more complicated DOHC I4 motors, so I think I probably do it.

The bike is a steal. I'm thinking about picking it up, fixing it, flipping it and then getting something older that I actually want.

What would a good condition, running and driving 81 KZ440 LTD be worth $ wise? $750?

Any ideas?

 

[samsquantch]

Now says:

"It's in neutral right now, will shift though the gears, but seems that hardly any power hits the wheels at all."

If that's the case, wouldn't it just be the clutch?

What about primary chain or something like that?

 

[samsquantch]

He's got it listed for $250. It looks pretty clean other than this issue. What would it be worth running and driving? I'm starting to think it's not worth my time and I should just get something I'd want to keep.


Is there a way I can inspect the primary chain/cog if I go to look at it? Does the clutch have to come out to see it?

Thanks!

ETA: I'm only finding used primary chains and cogs. Is there a way to inspect them to see if they're serviceable?
Thanks

 

[samsquantch]

Thanks a bunch for your help.

Are you saying I should turn the wheel while it's in gear and try to force the primary to slip?

Is there anyway to measure or inspect a second-hand chain or cog beyond just visual?

Thanks again, if he goes for $200, I think I'll go for it.