Buying a 15 year old low mileage bike - what to look out for?

Discussion in 'General 1000RR Discussion' started by Sp0oner, Apr 16, 2019.

  1. Sp0oner

    Sp0oner Active Member

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    I know, that's what I keep thinking but then as Nigel said there are a load like mine for sale all around £8k and from dealers where you will get warranty compared to a private sale plus my frame being 'weathered'.

    Good luck with them, i've not seen the Repsol hope he gets back to you. If you decide it's not for you I would appreciate the link to have a look!
     
  2. gary1966

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    It’s on autotrader
     
  3. Sp0oner

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    Ah thanks i've seen it then. Is it the one with the Brembo master cylinder? If it is I was thinking track bike with the mods that have been done.
     
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    No don’t think so? Also has the original black fairings
     
  5. Sp0oner

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    Ah yes thanks had seen it and didn't enquire as it's not an original Repsol as it's original fairings are black.

    Edit to add - that is me being fussy because otherwise it's a great looking bike and great condition/miles. I have no idea how to take fairings off and change them so it would be wasted on me or i'd have to learn/risk breaking bits :rolleyes:

    It's not far from me either.
     
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    Hey Spoons, you'd better hurry up on this or you'll be without a bike!:(
     
  7. Sp0oner

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    I know it’s not a nice thought! However i’m still waiting on my buyer Saturday morning as although he has paid a deposit and i sent him photos he has bought the bike without viewing it which I would never do so I still have to think there is a small chance he will see it and not want it. I’ve not enquired about any other bike after that rr4 because of that. So Saturday if/when it goes i’ll then be messaging sellers. I even looked last night at what other 2015 repsol bikes were available :D
     
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    Bloody hell @Nytol. Please don't ever recommend a bike to me;).

    You may not have looked closely, but it's got more blemishes on it than a teen with severe acne, AND it's an 04 - 05 model. Can get much better than that for the same money.:)
     
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  10. Sp0oner

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    Yeah i'd seen that and not for me thanks.
     
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    I got a bit confused by the seller’s description of the damage. Some louts broke into the shed and vandalised the bike?
    Who does that? More likely they nicked it and crashed it?!
     
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  12. nigelrb

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    Or he dropped it in the driveway and is too embarrassed to fess up!
     
  13. Nytol

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    I posted the wrong link :D

    I had previously read that one and must have had the tab still open, lol

    I'm also half looking for another 04-07 bike, as much as I like my 2015 SP, I don't love it like it did my 2005 :(
     
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    Yeah sure:rolleyes:;).

    Can't blame you for your thoughts on the 04 -07. I still believe they're a magnificent, comfortable bike. Haven't had mine out for a while, but will soon for its MoT. You've obviously seen there's a few available. but I am surprised about the number of people seeking them - you're the third - just on this forum - over the recent week. Would you still need the helibars on one?
     
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    I think I have found an 07 hrc with 12k miles ??
     
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    Yes, I had them on my old one, and on many occasions did 300-400 miles in a day, without any anxiety about comfort.

    I don't think I'd be up for that on the new one, even with the bars and rear sets.

    Best I start making more effort to find one then :D
     
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    If you don’t want it i’m interested!!!!

    Only 07 with 12k i've seen is a red and black one up in Harrogate.
     
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    I wish people would stop posting links to nice bikes. My pension's taking a real hiding!!:(:(
     

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