What to look for in CBR954RR 2002
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Buying bikes, for me, comes down to trying to see if the seller is telling the truth about the bike.
There's nothing special about the 954 in that regard.
So check the VIN. Try to verify that the bike hasn't been downed (make sure radiator is straight, look for rash on stator cover, swingarm, swingarm bobs, frame sliders, etc.).
Check the fluid levels before you start the bike. Look at the tires, check the battery (under the seat). This will indicate how well the bike has been maintained.
Then let the bike go through the entire warm up process on the side stand. The bike should be cold when you get there. It should heat up until the fan comes on and should cool back down.
Listen for oddities when its running.
Check the fairings and engine casing for leaked oil, fuel, or coolant.
Verify the mods he's told you about.
Basically, make sure it's a bike you're comfortable buying.
There's nothing special about the 954 in that regard.
So check the VIN. Try to verify that the bike hasn't been downed (make sure radiator is straight, look for rash on stator cover, swingarm, swingarm bobs, frame sliders, etc.).
Check the fluid levels before you start the bike. Look at the tires, check the battery (under the seat). This will indicate how well the bike has been maintained.
Then let the bike go through the entire warm up process on the side stand. The bike should be cold when you get there. It should heat up until the fan comes on and should cool back down.
Listen for oddities when its running.
Check the fairings and engine casing for leaked oil, fuel, or coolant.
Verify the mods he's told you about.
Basically, make sure it's a bike you're comfortable buying.
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