stahlvogel Posted May 29, 2023 Share Posted May 29, 2023 Hi all, What do I need to look out for maintenance, common problems, suggested upgrades? I've only test road the bike a few hundred feet I love it but already concerned about how HOT it runs. The cooling fan did come on but still wow. thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer bmart Posted May 30, 2023 Member Contributer Share Posted May 30, 2023 Maybe tell us the temp? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Grum Posted May 30, 2023 Member Contributer Share Posted May 30, 2023 6 hours ago, stahlvogel said: Hi all, What do I need to look out for maintenance, common problems, suggested upgrades? I've only test road the bike a few hundred feet I love it but already concerned about how HOT it runs. The cooling fan did come on but still wow. thank you Check the Reserve Tank coolant level. You can view its level at the rear of the left front cowl. Cooling Fan should switch on between 208 to 215 degF. Before purchasing check and ask.... What Servicing has been done? - Oil and Filter changes? - Warm engine Idle Speed should be 1200rpm. - Should have had at least a couple of Coolant fluid replacements. - Brake and clutch fluid, should be done every two years, the bike is now 21 years old! How old is the current fluid? - Has it been regularly ridden or has it sat year after year, possibly causing fuel injector issues, tank corrosion etc. Inspect inside the tank for visible corrosion! - Make sure you get the full tool kit, important you have the chain adjuster tool and its extension handle - Make sure you get the Rear Suspension adjusting C spanner. - Owners booklet, any service information history, two ignition keys. - Rear seat cowl. - Pillion handles and their blanking covers. - Any electrical issues? Has the R/R been replaced/upgraded? - How old is the battery? - How old are the tires? - Has the bike had the front harness recall modification done? See Attached. Properly test ride it going through all gears, get a feel for brakes, suspension and steering, engine smoothness and acceleration. Good Luck. 6e9de7bb-181a-4611-84ce-509ddd820842_2002-2005_vfr800_safety_recall_wire_harness_replacement.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer WDIV Posted May 30, 2023 Member Contributer Share Posted May 30, 2023 4 hours ago, Grum said: Check the Reserve Tank coolant level. You can view its level at the rear of the left front cowl. Cooling Fan should switch on between 208 to 215 degF. Before purchasing check and ask.... What Servicing has been done? - Oil and Filter changes? - Warm engine Idle Speed should be 1200rpm. - Should have had at least a couple of Coolant fluid replacements. - Brake and clutch fluid, should be done every two years, the bike is now 21 years old! How old is the current fluid? - Has it been regularly ridden or has it sat year after year, possibly causing fuel injector issues, tank corrosion etc. Inspect inside the tank for visible corrosion! - Make sure you get the full tool kit, important you have the chain adjuster tool and its extension handle - Make sure you get the Rear Suspension adjusting C spanner. - Owners booklet, any service information history, two ignition keys. - Rear seat cowl. - Pillion handles and their blanking covers. - Any electrical issues? Has the R/R been replaced/upgraded? - How old is the battery? - How old are the tires? - Has the bike had the front harness recall modification done? See Attached. Properly test ride it going through all gears, get a feel for brakes, suspension and steering, engine smoothness and acceleration. Good Luck. 6e9de7bb-181a-4611-84ce-509ddd820842_2002-2005_vfr800_safety_recall_wire_harness_replacement.pdf 2.78 MB · 2 downloads Listen to this guy lol. I'd add to get a multimeter out and follow that electrical guide for figuring out the state of your electrical system. It's not complicated but it's good to know if you need to replace the RegRec or Stator. Also, because the bike is old, nothing is off the table to break lol. I've had my 05 since October and I've learned this a few different ways. 🙂 And yeah, the bike keeps a lot more heat than the last two bikes i owned. I'm not sure if it's funny fairing design or that fan that blows hot air into the center of the bike but it's something. Have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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