10-04-2012, 06:50 AM
If I understand correctly they are popular for having the top valve gasket leak? I know one of mine does. its no biggie, but it could be a good way to try and lower the price.
Other then that, just take it on a test ride, make sure gears change smoothly, no engine knocking. If cam chain tensioner is loose (which it shouldn't be with 5k on bike, but if it is, its easy fix but you can also use it to negotiate price.)
I don't know what the price of it is or what you want to offer. But I got an 06 636 for $1,500 not to long ago just by mentioning little problems.
Also if aftermarket exhaust and FI light on, easy fix and won't affect you, but you can throw that in there as your scared to buy, save a few more dollars.
Other then that, just take it on a test ride, make sure gears change smoothly, no engine knocking. If cam chain tensioner is loose (which it shouldn't be with 5k on bike, but if it is, its easy fix but you can also use it to negotiate price.)
I don't know what the price of it is or what you want to offer. But I got an 06 636 for $1,500 not to long ago just by mentioning little problems.
Also if aftermarket exhaust and FI light on, easy fix and won't affect you, but you can throw that in there as your scared to buy, save a few more dollars.