Well, hey there forum. I'm a new guy here (first post; account just now approved) and really close to buying my bike.
I have my eye on two bikes and thought I would ask a couple of questions to reap the benefits of the hive-mind.
The 2 bikes I'm looking at are:
'07 with 3,875 miles and it already has saddle bags and a windshield.
'08 with 2,735 miles.
Both seem to have awfully low miles for their age. Both are priced about the same.
I looked at the '08 yesterday and it seems OK; has some minor flecks of rust on the corners of a few chrome nuts even though the owner keeps it garaged. He's the second owner so perhaps the first one didn't keep it indoors. Tires have plenty of tread but I forgot to check the manufacture date
. Belt looked good. Nothing to indicate the mileage might be 'incorrect'.
I hope to check out the '07 tomorrow; it's about an hour and a half away so I've been avoiding the drive.
So, I've been reading the threads/posts about buying a used bike and I have an idea what to look for but 2 questions come to mind:
1. Are there any issues particular to either of these model years to look for?
2. Can anyone give me a ballpark figure to get the tires replaced?Assuming the tires are original, I imagine I'll have to spring for new shoes just due to age, unless garage-storage is enough protection over time. I have messages out to both sellers about the manufacture date of the tires.
Other than that, I know it's totally my call.
Thanks to all and I'm looking forward to the forum!