Looking at two GS's which one?

[Lasse]

Hey! I'm looking at buying a GS 500, they are priced pretty closed, but years and miles apart, listing the bikes here!

>     * What is your asking price for the bike? 1300
>     * Is the motorcycle registered legally in your state? yes
>     * What is the year of the motorcycle listed on the title? 1996
>     * How long have you owned the bike? How many previous owners?
>       owned for 2 years
>     * Does the bike have the original speedometer? yes
>     * Does the speedometer work correctly? Does the needle jump? works
>       correctly
>     * What is its odometer mileage? Is that the original mileage? 76
>       *** km, original as far as I know
>     * What tires does the bike have on it? How much wear left on them?
>       Dunlop tyres, 20% wear
>     * Does the bike have a complete tool kit? yes
>     * Does the bike have its owner's manual? Other manuals? yes and
>       haynes manual
>     * Does anyone hold a lien on the bike, or are there other owners? no
>     * What spare parts and accessories come with the bike? see ad
>
> *APPEARANCE*
>
>     * Does the bike have its original paint, or has it been repainted?
>       original paint
>     * What condition is its paint overall? good
>     * Is its pin-striping all intact? pin striping ?
>     * Is any of the chrome pitted or rusted? no
>     * Is there rust anywhere: wheel covers, air cleaner, wheel rims,
>       handlebars, handlebar clamps, rear shocks? no
>     * Are there in dents in its sheet-metal parts? 2 dents in tank
>     * Do you know if the bike has ever fallen down or been in an
>       accident? has been dropped
>
> *MECHANICAL*
>
>     * What problems have you encountered with the bike during your
>       ownership? none
>     * What work does the bike need done to it now? replace 2 snapped
>       bolt on clutch cover, inspect carb for air leak
>     * Does the bike start easily when cold? Warm? yes, both
>     * Does the clutch slip under hard acceleration? no
>     * Do all gears engage smoothly and correctly? yes
>     * Have you had the brake pads inspected? Do you know how much wear
>       is left on them? new (replaced 500km ago)
>     * Does the front end wobble at any speed? no
>     * Do you know if any seals leak: rear main, transmission, drive
>       shaft housing, rear drive unit? no
>     * Do you know if any gaskets leak: cylinder bases, oil pan?
>       nothing major
>     * Did you keep all your service and repair records on the bike?
>       Would I be permitted to see them? I don;t keep them
>
> *ELECTRICAL*
>
>     * Does the generator charge the battery correctly? yes
>     * Does the bike have the original headlight? yes
>     * Does the bike have the original taillight?no, clear LED
>       tailight, original provided
>     * What kind of battery does the bike have? How old is it? no  idea
>     * Does the bike have the stock horn? yes
>
> *ACCESSORIES*
>
>     * Does the bike have a original rear-view mirror(s)? only 1
>       miirror fitted (left)
>     * Does the bike have crash bars? If so, what kind? no
>     * Does the bike have saddlebags? If so, what kind and condition? no
>     * Does the bike have a fairing? If so, what kind and condition?
>       nose + bellypan: new
>     * Does the bike have an accessory (aftermarket) sidestand? What
>       kind? no

Bike can be viewed here! http://www.irishbikerforum.com/adverts/showproduct.php?product=490&cat=all

Another thing about the bike is that it's owned by a respected forum member from another forum.
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Bike no. 2!


One careful owner, me. Never dropped. Spyball alarm. Genuine 30,000 km.. 00-D reg.
Service history (the receipts are somewhere!) Turquoise Blue.
Needs a service to get it back on the road.

That's about what I know about the bike. Asked the owner what is "included" in this service that it needs.

Price: 1500 euro

http://stalkerzone.dk/upload/STP60887.jpg


The prices are close, mileages far and some years between.

What do you think? Would the obvious be going for the newer bike? Newer doesn't always mean better?

[ohgood]

test ride = gold


bike1 is done

bike2 is questionable

[Jay_wolf]

i bought a 1996 3 years ago , with 13,000 miles , in almost showroom condition except the paint, for 900 pounds .. they both seem to expensive , even this 2001 i bought cost me 400 lol 

[Lasse]

i bought a 1996 3 years ago , with 13,000 miles , in almost showroom condition except the paint, for 900 pounds .. they both seem to expensive , even this 2001 i bought cost me 400 lol 

Please check irish prices.

But it doesn't matter anymore. Apparently no company will insure a "#/&"#&(/ Gs500 to a 20 year old with 2 years of exp. It's shitty.

[Jay_wolf]

My friend is 19 and has owned . a zzr 600 . and a Z1000 , he gets them restricted