I have a 1997 f3 with 30### miles on it. i was wondering if it is even worth putting alot of money in to this bike i just got it and if it is worth putting alot into it what should i all do to it to make its performance a little better without messing with the motor

 

I have almost 40,000 on mine. She runs great. Don't beat her (Too bad). Keep up with oil changes and maintenance and you should be good.

 

How long are you going to have the bike? I just bought a 98f3 with 8000 miles on the odometer. I'm going to have this bike for at least another 2 years until I get out of grad school. So I'm going to modify the bike as time and money permit.

Here's my spin on modifications YMMV but with 30k on the odometer, you may want to leave the performance mods alone and maybe put a chunk of change back for maintenance items like a new clutch, Fork Fluid change (most bikes haven't had that done at all) and other maintenance items that usually plague bikes and cars when they hit 40-50k.

Also if you feel the bike is lacking....All you may need is a really good tune up. New Plugs, Air filter, Carb Cleaning and Sync.

You're not going to see a lot of performance gain from simple bolt-ons. (I just like saying Bolt-ons :-D )

However, where you would probably see the most change is in suspension. Play with the stock suspension settings. Learn how to set your sag and adjust your suspension for your weight. (If you decide you'd like an even better suspension you can start looking at companies like Racetech; Progressive, and Ohlins etc...)

Then I'd probably look at upgrading the brakes. Stainless Steel Brake lines, new rotors and pads. Then if you're still wanting a little more pep look at some sprocket combinations -1 in the front and +2 in the back are what most people recommend. (Your speedo will probably be off so you'll need to find a way to adjust it.)

Then you can look at bling items: 520 chain conversions in shiny new colors (goes with the sprocket change above), Exhaust, PAZZO or ASV levers, Paint if your bodywork needs it. Maybe a new windscreen.

However, know that any modifications you make to a bike will not usually increase the resale value.

Others may make different suggestions. Just my 2 pennies. Good Luck!

 

i also have a 6 inch swing arm do u think it is worth putting it on or should i just sell the swing arm

 

my 96 had a little under 30k on it when i go it. now it has 42k. has full d&D exhaust,jet kit,air filter,manual cam chain tensioner,new plugs,wires,synthetic oil, ignition advance roto,-1tooth in front sproket. i ride it hard and have never had a problem. just change your oil regularly and maintaine it. do some suspension mods firts i put racetech spring in my forks for my weight its like a whole new bike, you'll be amazed at what suspension can do. the f3's are pretty tough bikes. youll be fine with a few mods.

 

If your having second thoughts about putting a little money into it because you don't know if it's worth it, check out this F3, it may change your mind. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda...Q5fmotorcycles

 

Good job.

 

Thanks, just passing along all of the research I've been doing. :-D

Did I mention...I love my f3! A completely different animal than the Ninja 500r I had.