30-06-17, 06:58 AM
A lot of purchasers think mileage is the most important consideration-however WELL MAINTAINED Fazers are capable of very high mileage (100,000 miles +).
More important to look at age-related items: eg tyres,brake hoses & caliper & master cylinder internals,coolant hoses,carburettor intake rubbers, suspension, radiator etc
Service history often includes items like oil & filter,air filter, spark plugs-but if there is no evidence that the items I have mentioned have been done then use this as leverage to reduce asking price. Often neglected/overlooked items are the steering head bearings(check,clean,regrease,adjust/replace) and the rear suspension linkage bearings & swingarm ditto. Also look at exhaust headers,studs & nuts as neglect in this area will cause problem/expense if corroded studs snap & have to be removed.
Dealer prices usually higher than private sale but you should have some sort of warranty from dealer. if you dont have a lot of knowledge take someone in the know when buying especially from a private seller.
Take your time & if not entirely happy walk away-there are plenty of good ones out there but also plenty of ones to avoid! Good luck!
More important to look at age-related items: eg tyres,brake hoses & caliper & master cylinder internals,coolant hoses,carburettor intake rubbers, suspension, radiator etc
Service history often includes items like oil & filter,air filter, spark plugs-but if there is no evidence that the items I have mentioned have been done then use this as leverage to reduce asking price. Often neglected/overlooked items are the steering head bearings(check,clean,regrease,adjust/replace) and the rear suspension linkage bearings & swingarm ditto. Also look at exhaust headers,studs & nuts as neglect in this area will cause problem/expense if corroded studs snap & have to be removed.
Dealer prices usually higher than private sale but you should have some sort of warranty from dealer. if you dont have a lot of knowledge take someone in the know when buying especially from a private seller.
Take your time & if not entirely happy walk away-there are plenty of good ones out there but also plenty of ones to avoid! Good luck!