I'm looking at an 07 Kawasaki Ninja 650R. I've been riding sporadically for two years, but this is my first bike purchase.

The bike only has 59 miles on it (yes, five-zero). Seller claims that it hasn't been ridden in 3 years, and after looking at the bike today, I believe him.

Aside from the battery dying, it ran well, but I wasn't able to do an in-depth check. Cosmetically in good condition as well. He only wants 3k, I know I can bring him down to 2,500.

Anyone know what I should be checking for and what might need replacing after all this time?

Does anyone know anyone in the area that would be willing to inspect the bike for me (I'll pay, of course)? I'm not as well-versed with bikes as I am with cars.

 

59 miles!!! wow that is insane. If it really has only 59 miles there will be nothing wrong with it (unless he dropped it). Buy it and buy a new battery and you are good to go. I assume you already have your M1 license?

 

only 3K for a 07 model? sounds fishy..can you provide pics?

 

Yeah the bike is basically brand new, never been crashed, just looks like it was dropped at a stoplight or something fell on the fairings (minor, minor scratches) I've had my M1 since I was 17.

I saw the bike myself at the guys house. It's just been sitting in storage for three years, hasn't even been registered (he filed a non-op).

Tires will need replacing, I'm just worried about fluids degrading over time.

 

What's wrong with the tires? Flat-spotting from sitting?

 

Yep.

 

yeah, if the bikes been sitting over the years..
You'll definitely need to flush out the brake fluids and change the oil. New tires, and maybe check the fork seals, make sure its not leaking (it shouldn't if its been sitting) How well do you know the owner? Make sure all the electronics work, maybe get a moto tech to come w/ you.
Lube the chain also. Post some pics!

 

Elliot.... can u give me some info on how to get my license?

oh, i got my windows tinted...

glws.... if, you need a shop to check it... i can refer you to one.

 

Really easy. I got mine at 17 so I don't know how it is when you're 18 but this is how it goes:

1. Take written test which is pretty hard. I had to cheat on mine.
2. Take the MSF Beginners Ridercourse ($150)
3. Once you take the course, they mail you a certificate that you can take to the DMV. Once the DMV sees it they'll approve you for a license.

If you don't want to take the course, you'll have to take the riding test at the DMV with your own bike.

I got pulled over the other day in Sherman Oaks for my windows. Showed the smug-ass cop my doctor's note and he only wrote me up for my front plate being on my dash.

What's the shop you know of?

 

thanks for the info man!! i heard u can take the MSF before the written...

lol, man... haha, how much was the license ticket?
Tint are amazing... but u just got to be careful...and hit the windows when u see cops..

it's on sherman way and white oak.... i don't remember the shop... but if, u are looking at a bike... they have a guy who can check it out..

 

just be sure he can prove that he owns it free and clear.... otherwise sounds like a killer deal!!!!!!!!!

 

I may be able to help. Contact me. I am in the SFV.