Is this a bad idea?

[geekmaster]

Just sold my 2008 Yamaha XT250 and I'm planning to join the ranks of the FZ6R group very soon!

I'm looking at a 2009, private sale, which has about 2200 miles. By the owners description and photo appearance, the bike looks immaculate. I'm going to look at it tomorrow.

However, I asked about the break-in procedure they followed. They have kept the revs down and gone easy on the bike. Then I asked about the 1st oil change. They changed it after the first season, which was at about 1000 - 1100 miles. I know the manual says to do it at 600 miles.

Am I asking for huge trouble buying this bike, or is it really not too much to worry about? My optimistic side says they kept the revs down, so the actual engine usage may not be quite that high ...

Opinions welcome.

 

[oyamyers]

I wouldn't be concerned, wow, a 2009 with only 2200 miles??? Hope the price is right. Good luck and welcome. You will love the 6R

 

[Michael Wilson]

Fz6rs are extrmely reliable and rigid bikes. As long as there isn't evidence of abuse and the bike runs good there's really not much else to worry about

 

[geekmaster]

Thanks all. If both the weather and the bike are good, then hopefully I'll have an FZR tomorrow night, and will post pictures shortly thereafter.

 

[BKP]

Good luck tomorrow 'bro...

Couldn't be happier with my Fizzer...

 

[JT]

Sweet! And congrats I will await pics.


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[FastFreddy]

Yes, 2200 mile with an oil change already, that's good.

Ride safe. I started off riding my brother's XT500 in the vacant lot, they were tough to kick start for a 13 year old.

 

[oldtouring b]

2 things to consider

1. The owner told you the truth about the first oil change! It would have been VERY easy for him to lie. Creates a lot of trust.

2. Have the oil changed right after your purchase. Puts your mind at rest.

Geek-- you will love this model. Bulletproof and does it all. Light and low..

GL and post some pics. Ride safe.

 

[travisH3]

To give u something to compare to, I just bought my 09 that is immaculate with 3200 miles for $4500 dollars with a jacket and cover. Blue book is $47 or 48

 

[MNGreg]

Sounds good a mentioned above, just change oil after purchase then again at 4k to get back on schedule. Good luck.

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[SpawnXX]

Don't sweat it, I changed mine around the same time because of how busy the shop was.

 

[Marthy]

Those bike are bullet proof! I will change oil right away anyway. 2009 with only 1 oil change... might have some condensation in there. Just to be safe... a nice welcome in the family oil change LOL

Congrats and welcome in the 6R family!