New guy here, is the GS500 right for me?

[jpanichella]

Hey guys,

I'm checking out a bike that looks to be in good shape, but the owner says this:

"motor runs, but makes a tapping noise at high rpm. May need new top end or valve adjustment?"

It comes with enough aftermarket accessories and the price is low enough to make me interested. Is it a valve issue? Cam chain?

[Big Rich]

Did he say how many miles are on it and when the valves were done last?

[jpanichella]

The bike is an 89 with 12K miles on it. I assume the valves were never done.

[Big Rich]

I would like to think it just needs a valve adjustment .........but you just don't know until you do it.

Sorry JP, wish I had a better answer for ya.