Originally Posted by Sanza (Post 2318255)

As I tend to do usually ... i screwed myself yet again on a hot head purchase.
Got my SV literally yesterday and the seller said I just need to give it a minor service to change the oil and such...
I gave a few dealers and neighbourhood shops a call and it turns out I am in for a MAJOR service! (16k miles, last service mid last year, recent mot)
I can't stop being angry at myself for not checking earlier and negotiating a better price for the bike!

Anyway, have you guys got any advice on this?

One local garage said that I can come down, they'll have a look at the state of the bike and I will be able to do the service bit by bit with the necessary things done first - this seems like the best solution right now I guess.

Anyone got a better idea? Maybe some places that I will get a reliable and cheap quote on what needs to be done?

I'm in London.

Originally Posted by Bunks (Post 2318407)

Mine had it done about 1000 miles ago at an independant dealer was about £275 all in including brake pads that need changing and having shims adjusted. Bad news mate hope you get it sorted ok #-o. Dare I say it....you should of waited :)

Can't help with places/prices in London

Originally Posted by cringer (Post 2318601)

I paid 250 for a major service at 15k for mine but to be fair as long as I get a years running out the bike it's money well spent. If on the other hand your going to flog it within 6 months like a lot of bikers do then it's expensive.

Originally Posted by husky03 (Post 2318422)

check and see if spannerman is near you

Originally Posted by Sanza (Post 2318749)

where have you done yours?

Originally Posted by cringer (Post 2319684)

SPS Barnsley - Ex yamaha main dealer guy who now has his own garage.

Brill and cheap! I always use him.