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Message started by Josh C on 07/02/08 at 11:55:08

Title: Going to buy a savage
Post by Josh C on 07/02/08 at 11:55:08

So i've decided that I'm officially in the market for a savage. I'm considering two, which I'm pretty sure are both completely stock 2001's. I asked one guy if there was any oil leak, he said no. I asked the other and he said he occasionally has to wipe a little off, but no real leaks. He also said he asked his mechanic buddy about it, who told him that most motorcycles will leak a little oil.

Is this typical? Should this be a major deciding factor between the two bikes, or did the first guy just say 'No oil leaks' and wipe a little off the side for me.

Also, how much do cheap big saddle bags and windshields go for? because they're about the same price, but one's lacking the accessories.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by YonuhAdisi on 07/02/08 at 12:25:52

Depending on where the oil leak is. Is it towards the top of the head close to the header? If so that can be typical of the infamous plug leak. (check tech section)

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by sluggo on 07/02/08 at 12:37:29

2C2725272B3624460 wrote:

I asked the other and he said he occasionally has to wipe a little off, but no real leaks. He also said he asked his mechanic buddy about it, who told him that most motorcycles will leak a little oil.

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i see he made the classic mistake of substituting motorcycle for harley davidson.

a distinction alot of non riders dont' get. to them h-d has become the name for all motorcycles. like hey go to the fridge and get me a coke, when they mean get me a soda pop.

so using that logic, all motorcyles leak a little oil.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by mornhm on 07/02/08 at 12:44:08

Welcome to the Savage. You've made a good choice.

MC's don't have to leak oil. Some do. Some brands/models are even known for it, but it doesn't mean that all do.

The Savage is known for the plug leak, but it can be fixed. Personally if all other things are equal (mileage, price, appearance), I'd go for the one that didn't leak.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by verslagen1 on 07/02/08 at 12:58:57

Windshields and saddlebags can be more expensive then you can afford and cheaper than you can afford them to be.

If one's got 'em and you like 'em, take it unless the leak is a real problem. And having put 16k miles on mine this year, lower mileage is a plus.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by SimonTuffGuy on 07/02/08 at 13:51:49

Suzuki windshield will run you $100 online (new) and the saddlebags and brackets will run you another $100-150, depending on brand, size, etc.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by Kropatchek on 07/03/08 at 08:53:46

My Savage doesNOT leak. ;D :D 8-)

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by bill67 on 07/03/08 at 08:57:51

I've had a lot of motorcycles and done have every leaked oil.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by Josh C on 07/03/08 at 09:02:34

if it did have the plug cap leak that a lot of savages have, is this something that you seal and we're done with it, or something that you have to routinely seal?

the bike I was considering without leaks just sold yesterday.. just wondering if I should wait on another or get the leaky bike

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by verslagen1 on 07/03/08 at 09:06:17

4C47424218192E0 wrote:

I've had a lot of motorcycles and done have every leaked oil.

For those of us not on qualudes... translation please?

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by Josh C on 07/03/08 at 09:09:49

hah, I was going to say something but I just read past it

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by YonuhAdisi on 07/03/08 at 10:08:54

414A484A465B492B0 wrote:

If it's the infamous plug leak, yes, you just seal it up and it's done. After sealing it up properly, the only time you should need to mess with it again is if you need to take the head off.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by Paladin. on 07/03/08 at 20:41:00

777C7E7C706D7F1D0 wrote:

if it did have the plug cap leak that a lot of savages have, is this something that you seal and we're done with it, or something that you have to routinely seal?...

One shot deal unless the dealer removes the head. While not a walk in the park, the job is not beyond the capability of a near total klutz of a bike mechanic. If you're good, a few hours at most. Took me three days, working on and off, including a final pull of the tank to reconnect the speedometer. ::) The instructions in the tech section are quite good.

I would consider oil leaks to be a price dropper, but not a purchase stopper.

Title: Re: Going to buy a savage
Post by skrapiron on 07/04/08 at 05:00:01

Bikes don't leak oil. They mark their territory.