BeastieGirl
Well-known member
My dealer is asking me if I really want to put money into my bike to get it on the road this spring.
I bought it used in 2008 with 34,000 kms on it for $5,200.00 so feel I have gotten my money's worth. Have had to do ordinary maintenance, changed a few nuts and bolts that have worn out. Other than having the carbs and valves adjusted, no engine work has been required. Have taken in for a spring tune up every year since I bought it - change the oil regularly.
On the negative side I do ride rain or shine and obviously long distances. I have been sideswiped and dropped it a couple of times :-(
This year is due for a valve clearance adjustment again - not a cheap undertaking. New brakes, chain and sprockets are or will be due before the end of the riding season. I just had the front fork seals replaced in the fall and one is leaking again - badly - which doesn't sound like a good thing.
Am I unrealistic to think I can get another couple of seasons which for me can range between 20,000 to 30,000 kms? I really love this bike.
Would appreciate input from those with more mechanical savvy than me!
I bought it used in 2008 with 34,000 kms on it for $5,200.00 so feel I have gotten my money's worth. Have had to do ordinary maintenance, changed a few nuts and bolts that have worn out. Other than having the carbs and valves adjusted, no engine work has been required. Have taken in for a spring tune up every year since I bought it - change the oil regularly.
On the negative side I do ride rain or shine and obviously long distances. I have been sideswiped and dropped it a couple of times :-(
This year is due for a valve clearance adjustment again - not a cheap undertaking. New brakes, chain and sprockets are or will be due before the end of the riding season. I just had the front fork seals replaced in the fall and one is leaking again - badly - which doesn't sound like a good thing.
Am I unrealistic to think I can get another couple of seasons which for me can range between 20,000 to 30,000 kms? I really love this bike.
Would appreciate input from those with more mechanical savvy than me!