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Message started by jrm8486 on 07/06/09 at 17:41:35

Title: What do you think of this?
Post by jrm8486 on 07/06/09 at 17:41:35

I want to go see this savage tomorrw.what do you think? the leak and the miles are my consern.
1997 Suzuki 650 Savage Cruiser - $1600 (Inverness)

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Reply to: sale-gvczm-1256702827@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
Date: 2009-07-06, 7:19PM EDT

I absolutely hate to let this beautiful bike go. I bought it with 8000 miles and put another 8000 on it. it runs perfect with plenty of power. new tires front and back and brakes. the bike has never been dropped. the only things wrong with it is there is a very very small leak in the head gasket. it was like that when i bought it and its so minor that i might need to add a half pint every six months-its totally unnoticeable. the seats were made of some kind of vinyl and split at the seams. everything else is cherry. this bike is a perfect sportster look-a-like for a guy or gal who just doesn't have the dough for one. I feel like I'm giving it away. please call me at [352] 400-6284 price is $1600 or best offer.feel free to make one. I need to sell this bike now!

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by Yonuh Adisi on 07/06/09 at 17:44:06

The oil leak is most likely the infamous plug cap leak which you can easily fix. (repair procedure in tech section) The miles actually ain't that bad.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by tldk1678 on 07/06/09 at 17:53:39

FYI

NADA has it at $1050 low retail - $1315 Average retail
KBB has retail at $1895 and trade in at $1245

I bought my 2003 between low and average NADA retail and was happy.

Information is power in negotiation.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by jrm8486 on 07/06/09 at 17:56:20

I'm thinking around 1300 or 1400.I'll have to see it first. I hope this one works out,Ive looked at alot of turds lately!

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by verslagen1 on 07/06/09 at 18:01:51

A small leak? I wouldn't worry about it. Torque the head bolts, check the head cover bolts, it'll probably go away.

8k on the clock for $1600, fair price.

Of course it you want to jew 'em down a bit.
How old's the battery, the tires, what's that tick, gonna have to go it for maitenance, yada yada yada.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by Gort on 07/06/09 at 18:04:59

647C63363A36380E0 wrote:

I'm thinking around 1300 or 1400.I'll have to see it first. I hope this one works out,Ive looked at alot of turds lately!

I agree. I bought my '96 with 3200 miles in excellent condition for $1700.00, which was a fair price here in CA. They go cheap.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by bill67 on 07/06/09 at 18:57:50

Its got 16000 miles on it.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by jrm8486 on 07/06/09 at 18:58:10

Well I'm going to take a look at it tomorrow, I hope it is in good shape. mileage is around 16k,not 8. Can't wait to get another Savage,I miss my old one.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by Rocco on 07/06/09 at 19:58:42

i paid 1700 for my '95...but then the dealer fees and tax title and registration got it up to 2000...BUT she only had 7000 miles on her, used to be flawless paint(that had to go lol) brand new front AND rear tires, oil, plug blah blah blah....for south florida from a dealer i'm happy as heck about it PLUS i didn't have to go door to door!

y i didn't like door to door is i looked @ a rebel for 800 bucks....nothing special...it was @least black lol the guy wanted 1000 but i chewed him down but only had 750...so i said no thanks. showed up the next day with 800 bucks cash and he was no longer selling....i was extremely disappointed as i was itching for a bike. thank God i got my savage though, i have all of u guys as friends and "what do i do" help. PLUS i love riding around and people go "what is that?" or "how is that little thing so loud?" ahhh the life of ravage...i mean savage ;)

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by BurnPgh on 07/06/09 at 21:15:31

little pricey for the mileage. Take a read about the cam chain tensioner and print some of that info out. You'll want to take care of that ASAP at 16k mi and that info may get you a bit better price as leaving it go without being fixed could very well destroy your top end. The oil leak is probably the plug/cap leak as Yonuh suggested. Not something Id be too concerned about but again..it may give you a bit of leverage. Id say 12-1300 is fair. Maybe see if he'll say he sold it to you for less. Maybe $800. Save you a little bit on the tax

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 07/06/09 at 22:27:30

Its sitting right at time to get a cam chain on it. I know a lot of guys just pop it open & look, but I wouldnt pop the clutch cover off unless I had the cam chain ready to install. Might as well have it in hand, its gonna have to have it one day. IF not now, then soon.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by serenity3743 on 07/07/09 at 05:19:54

1224253E230A2F2238224B0 wrote:

The oil leak is most likely the infamous plug cap leak which you can easily fix. (repair procedure in tech section) The miles actually ain't that bad.

Oil leaks are tricky. This one might not be the head gasket, but it is not necessarily the plug cap either. It could be that someone had the head cover/cam assembly off and didn't run a bead of sealant on the mating surface.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by serenity3743 on 07/07/09 at 05:23:05

647B7D7A6760516151697B773C0E0 wrote:

And the cam chain tensioner is probably reaching the limit of its plunger extension. This would be a simple fix while you're doing the cam chain. From what I read, you should get a Verslavy by Verslagen. That's what I plan to do soon.

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by jrm8486 on 07/07/09 at 06:03:09

If I get it,first thing I'll do is strip off all the stuff I don't need,backrest,side rails,rear seat,rear pegs,mirrors,turn signals. sell all of that and start w/ air pod and muffler. going bobber,but leaving fenders on!lots of rain in Florida. Not going as extreme as my last one,too expensive!

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2007/12/31/bikepics-1133086-800.jpg

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by jrm8486 on 07/07/09 at 11:11:07

Well just got back from 75 mile round trip to see another Turd!I felt bad for the kid selling it,he had to push it to a gas station to get it jumped,he left the key on all night,so I helped him get it started,seat was a wreck,as was most of the bike,lots of rust,keys not fitting,So I rode it and it sounded like someone was rattling a can full of nuts!He said he would take a grand,I told him good luck!So far I have about $1700 saved up.I'll wait alittle longer. Still have this beast to ride,07 1300VTX,just not the same feeling!

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2009/05/29/bikepics-1682350-800.jpg

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by onedivision on 08/03/09 at 00:57:29

That's one great looking Savage, IMHO, bro! What kind of pipe is that, if you don't mind me asking? Cheers, John

Title: Re: What do you think of this?
Post by verslagen1 on 08/03/09 at 11:39:23

4B534C19151917210 wrote:

Well just got back from 75 mile round trip to see another Turd!I felt bad for the kid selling it,he had to push it to a gas station to get it jumped,he left the key on all night,so I helped him get it started,seat was a wreck,as was most of the bike,lots of rust,keys not fitting,So I rode it and it sounded like someone was rattling a can full of nuts! He said he would take a grand,I told him good luck!So far I have about $1700 saved up.I'll wait alittle longer. Still have this beast to ride,07 1300VTX,just not the same feeling!

Probably the cam chain getting ready to let loose.
Even if he had kept the appearance items up, the rattling engine would drop the price below 500.