Would you buy an SV650 with 60000km on it?

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Just came across a one owner Suzuki SV650 with 60000km on it selling for $3500, would you buy it?

Judging by the photos it looks to be well maintained but just wondering what kind of parts will have to be replaced before riding it?

Is the price okay?
 
flameboy182 said:
Just came across a one owner Suzuki SV650 with 60000km on it selling for $3500, would you buy it?

Judging by the photos it looks to be well maintained but just wondering what kind of parts will have to be replaced before riding it?

Is the price okay?
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See how many owners there are on it then ask when was the last time he serviced it and what he did. Look at the owners manual (likely online somewhere) and see if it checks out correctly with the service intervals. Important things are oil changes and valve check/adjustment (someone correct me if I'm wrong).

Then, lower the price LOL (seriously, that price is too high).
 
Year? First gen? second gen?

"Hey guys, i want to buy a Civic for 10 grand, is that a good deal?" :rolleyes:
 
That's pretty new. I would say as long as the bike has a reputable maintenance history it's a pretty good deal, and for that mileage I'd assume he tours with it a lot so he probably maintains it quite well for long rides.
 
Thats a great price for a 2010, as long as it was maintained. He probably put a low price like that to reflect the higher-than-average mileage, so i dont know how much more he will budge.

Ask if he has maintenance records!
The V-Twin on these are very durable, that mileage wouldn't scare me. I had mine over 50k before i had my accident.

05's are still in the 4k range. These bikes resell well.
 
I just sold a 2002 in immaculate condition with corbin seat double bubble tinted, spools, pazzo levers, and viper alarm with 12k for $2900. At 60k if they can't prove maintenance, I'd pass. Just check the bike out very closely. The asking price is pretty fair considering year and mileage. They are a really fun bike, don't have to rev it to the moon to get to the power, and they are very light, steering is barely a thought.
 
I have a 2006 SV650S (bought new) and just rolled 70,000 kms. It still runs well, but I also know my bike has been properly maintained. Maintenance schedule is: minor service every 6,000 kms (oil and lube), major service very 24,000 kms (valve check). The bike is quite durable and I personally would not be concerned with 60,000 kms so long as the bike looks good, looks like it's been properly maintained, and the owner checks out (not sketchy or wishy washy when asked about the bike/maintenance).

For reference:
My chain/sprocket sets (OEM sizing #525) have lasted me 30,000 kms each.
Valves checked at 24k, 48k, and 60k (just before a big trip) came back with no adjustment necessary, although they're creeping tighter. I expect the upcoming 72k check will also come back with no adjustment required, but by the next one it's likely.
Steering head bearings lasted me to about 50,000 kms.
I lived with the rear shock until about 50,000 kms, but it was completely sacked and sloppy by that point. Plenty of used and aftermarket upgrade options available though.
Brake pads are easy to replace, and run about $120 for a complete set ($42 per front set and $35 for the rear). I get about 30,000 kms from a set.

I haven't had any issues yet. Just regular maintenance and typical wear items.
 
Just remember that you will have a hard time selling this bike in the future if you mean to put some serious mileage on it yourself.
High mileage SVs sell for dirt cheap, especially considering the MSRP for new ones.
On the other hand, if you intend to keep it, they are low rev bikes that generally last a long while.
 
Assuming regular and proper maintenance, the mileage isn't much of a concern. Just expect potentially a bit more repairs and upkeep compared to a lower mileage bike.

Use the mileage to your advantage though to get a better price. Maybe $3k?
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