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Old 18-04-07, 08:49 PM   #2
Alpinestarhero
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Default Re: Buying an SV650, what do I need to know?

I dont think you'll get a pointy for that money, certainly not a good one. But! You should get an excellent curvy for that sorta wonga.

Look out for things like blown fork seals (this'll be evident as oil on the forks), oil leaks from the engine and all that, a worn chain (slack, rusty, and bad condition sprockets with teeth that look like hooks)...look out for badley corroded downpipes, although some corrosion is acceptable. Start the bike from cold (might need some choke for a curvy, but it shoud fire up first time no hassle). If you can get someone to test ride it, or even yourself have a ride, then you can check for warped discs atc (this'll feel like a pulsing at the lever). Oh, do check the brakes carefully - they are prone to corrosion if not looked after.

I'm sure someone will tell you the right things to look out for in a minute!

Matt
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