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2008 model - What's it worth & should I be worried about it's limited use?
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<blockquote data-quote="WestTexasRanger" data-source="post: 1321821" data-attributes="member: 88594"><p>I'm looking at a 2008 model with 6,000 miles.</p><p></p><p>The bike is a solid 9 out of 10 cosmetically and hasn't ever been on it's side.</p><p></p><p>The battery was replaced a year ago but hasn't been kept on a trickle charger.</p><p></p><p>Although it hasn't been ridden in over a year, the owner says that he starts it every month or so. (Not real good on a battery)</p><p></p><p>He also says that he's never used Sta-Bil in the fuel, even though the bike has set for extended periods of time.</p><p></p><p>The engine oil has supposedly been changed annually, regardless of miles ridden.</p><p></p><p>The rear drive fluid hasn't been changed since the 600 mile service.</p><p></p><p>The coolant was supposedly changed 3 years ago.</p><p></p><p>Tires are original, with good tread remaining, but they are going on 9 years old, so they need to be replaced.</p><p></p><p>Extras include an aftermarket windshield, fairing sliders and Yamaha top case.</p><p></p><p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000">What do you think would be a good price?</span></strong></p><p></p><p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000">Other than new tires and possibly a battery, what else would need to be done to assure it's reliable?</span></strong></p><p></p><p>I'm concerned about possible damage to the fuel system (due to ethanol), possible damage to the tank (from condensation) and 8 year old hypoid gear oil in the rear end.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="WestTexasRanger, post: 1321821, member: 88594"] I'm looking at a 2008 model with 6,000 miles. The bike is a solid 9 out of 10 cosmetically and hasn't ever been on it's side. The battery was replaced a year ago but hasn't been kept on a trickle charger. Although it hasn't been ridden in over a year, the owner says that he starts it every month or so. (Not real good on a battery) He also says that he's never used Sta-Bil in the fuel, even though the bike has set for extended periods of time. The engine oil has supposedly been changed annually, regardless of miles ridden. The rear drive fluid hasn't been changed since the 600 mile service. The coolant was supposedly changed 3 years ago. Tires are original, with good tread remaining, but they are going on 9 years old, so they need to be replaced. Extras include an aftermarket windshield, fairing sliders and Yamaha top case. [B][COLOR=#ff0000]What do you think would be a good price?[/COLOR][/B] [B][COLOR=#ff0000]Other than new tires and possibly a battery, what else would need to be done to assure it's reliable?[/COLOR][/B] I'm concerned about possible damage to the fuel system (due to ethanol), possible damage to the tank (from condensation) and 8 year old hypoid gear oil in the rear end. [/QUOTE]
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