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Message started by Natanelli on 08/07/07 at 12:54:05

Title: Here's the damage
Post by Natanelli on 08/07/07 at 12:54:05

So here's what I want done to my bike, a 1987 Suzuki Savage LS650P (mind you this bike hasn't been registered in 10+ years):

1. Oil Change = Will do myself
2. Front and Rear Brakes = Already did it myself
3. New Fork Seals = $150 labor + Parts
4. CHECK Cam Chain/Tensioner = $100 (like $360 if bad)
5. Inspection = $6
6. Spark Plugs = Will do myself
7. New Drive Belt = $130 parts, will do myself
8. Tank Flush = $40
9. New Dunlop 404 tires = $210 for tires and labor

Here's what sucks, every place I check wants approx. $60 A TIRE!!!! to balance and mount if I buy the tires myself online. It's gonna cost $100 just TO LOOK at the cam chain. If it needs work I'll get hosed for half of what the bike cost. Fork seals don't bother me so much. I know things like Fork Seals, Tires, and cam chain can be done. However, I think for safety's sake it might not be in my best interest. Do these figures sound normal?

Thanks.

Title: Re: Here's the damage
Post by Savage_Rob on 08/07/07 at 13:58:32

But for less than $20 in gaskets (for the engine and the exhaust) you can look at the cam chain yourself when you do your next oil change since you'll need to drain the oil to open the side cover. Also, a used drive belt can be had for a lot less if you're so inclined.

Title: Re: Here's the damage
Post by verslagen1 on 08/07/07 at 13:59:00

Of course do what ever you can your self, my specialty is the cam chain, so I'll speak to that alone.

If you did the brakes, you can check this yourself. get clutch cover gasket, drain oil, take off brake pedal and peg, header and muff, and clutch cover. If the plunger is out over 18mm it's time to replace. See the tech section for detailed instructions. About an hour's work to get at it.

This is good for a check, if you need to go further and replace the guides, then the head cover and or head must be taken off. That's where the $360 cost goes for.

for the rear I just paid $67 +$12 +$22. carry in, mounted and ballanced.

Title: Re: Here's the damage
Post by Natanelli on 08/08/07 at 12:47:12

Thanks for the info. I'll definatley check the Cam Chain myself then. If it needs it I'll try and shop around more for the best price.