Buying a new to me F4
#1
11-14-2011, 05:04 PM
Buying a new to me F4
selling my 99f4 with 33k, buying a 99 yellow and black jardine exhaust and an aftermarket tail (only mods) this thing only has 6600 miles and is as clean as can be showroom condition
Now for the question when are the valves in need of adjustment whats the next major maintenance needed, and whats envolved?
keeping this one for good it was just to clean to pass up and the price was excellent considering I am selling mine to a friend for 1k more, so i have some money for needed maintenance.
I do get a nice 350 mile road trip right away though lol
Now for the question when are the valves in need of adjustment whats the next major maintenance needed, and whats envolved?
keeping this one for good it was just to clean to pass up and the price was excellent considering I am selling mine to a friend for 1k more, so i have some money for needed maintenance.
I do get a nice 350 mile road trip right away though lol
#2
11-14-2011, 07:03 PM
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Most bikes, the first valve check/adjustment is around 15-18k. So you shouldn't have
to be concerned for a bit, on that front.
Check the chain/sprockets for wear. I always change all the fluids (including the
brakes and fork-tubes) when I first get a used bike. Also, check the brake calipers for
proper 'float'/free movement on the hanger pins. Inspect/lube the cables
throttle/clutch/(choke, if you've got one). Check tire pressure/tread wear.
If you're a wee-bit on the ****-side, get contact-cleaner and a spray can of di-electric
grease. Pull all of the harness connectors (one at a time) and hose them with; first
the contact-cleaner, then pack them with the di-electric grease and re-connect.
The harness is an oft-neglected, critical system on a motorcycle.
While you're going thru the harness, look for any "hot-spots'.
Burnt pins, warped/melted plastic or connectors.
Those signs can point to potential failure points/problems you should address.
Don't neglect adjusting the shift and rear-brake levers to your posture. A lot of blown
shifts are caused by that little over-sight.
After that, ride it for a bit and see if anything comes up.
Ern
to be concerned for a bit, on that front.
Check the chain/sprockets for wear. I always change all the fluids (including the
brakes and fork-tubes) when I first get a used bike. Also, check the brake calipers for
proper 'float'/free movement on the hanger pins. Inspect/lube the cables
throttle/clutch/(choke, if you've got one). Check tire pressure/tread wear.
If you're a wee-bit on the ****-side, get contact-cleaner and a spray can of di-electric
grease. Pull all of the harness connectors (one at a time) and hose them with; first
the contact-cleaner, then pack them with the di-electric grease and re-connect.
The harness is an oft-neglected, critical system on a motorcycle.
While you're going thru the harness, look for any "hot-spots'.
Burnt pins, warped/melted plastic or connectors.
Those signs can point to potential failure points/problems you should address.
Don't neglect adjusting the shift and rear-brake levers to your posture. A lot of blown
shifts are caused by that little over-sight.
After that, ride it for a bit and see if anything comes up.
Ern
Last edited by MadHattr059; 11-14-2011 at 07:09 PM.
#3
11-14-2011, 10:07 PM
Thats good advise for sure man I always change the oil and filter, check out the air filter make sure it is good, cleaning and greasing the wiring harness is awesome for anyone wanting to maintenance there ride. been there done that you are right that's the lifeline on these bikes.
the fork seals how much of a pain is this? Is it better to take it to someone? I have experience mechanical wise I have just never done forks..
the fork seals how much of a pain is this? Is it better to take it to someone? I have experience mechanical wise I have just never done forks..
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