I bought a 2005 with 32,000 miles on it from a dealer three weeks ago. The bike was traded in there from a guy not from that area so they don't know much history about it. I'm looking for input on what I might should have done to the bike.
Here's my thoughts so far...
Sparkplugs
Check Valves
TBS
New CCT
Not sure if all these are needed but I guess I'm looking for a starting point.
I would love to hear any thoughts, ideas or input.
Thanks!
The dealer should be able to run the vin through the computer to see what recalls have been done etc and what maintenance has been done at a dealership. Don't forget about changing the oil, filter, rear oil, clutch and brake fluids.
Is it running well...any problems indicated???
Immediately, I would change the crankcase oil/filter and final drive hypoid oil
course, I might look at the sight glass or dip a straw into the filler hole and take a look at the oil to gauge it's cleanliness
I like to change oil every 5k on the even 5...30k, 35k, 40k using Shell Rotella Synthetic 5w40. Easy to remember when needed that way.
I might change the rear drive oil every 2-3 times the crankcase, or at least every rear tire change
If you don't hear any noise (marples in a can) on the right side of the engine, your CCT is good to go
check the tires closely
next time you raise the tank like to do a TBS (if no vibration at low rpms especially idle, then good to go there), then change the plugs to Iridiums
use never seize on the threads and dielectric grease inside the boots
next time you pull the color side panels under the seat off, check/clean your air cleaner
check your mileage while riding...if the engine feels smooth, pulls hard, and your mileage is somewhere around 40mpg...you are good to go there.
definitely check with the dealer to run the VIN before jumping into a valve check
I can hardly remember anyone having to adjust any of them at the first 26k check. I see no rush there.
these engines seem to hold their adjustment very very well.
just brainstorming here
