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[crobson]

hey guys had a lot of different bikes but m going tomorrow to look at a nine year old cvo I found for sale with a supposedly only 500 miles. anything I need to look for or out for on a bike that has apparently sat it whole existence. thank you for any help in advance

[Mano]

The 2008 CVO' s had a recall for the rear cylinder gasket or seal going and leaking oil. I would see if that was done.

[phato1]

Several things come to mind, some of which may seem obvious.

ALL fluids should be changed BEFORE starting/running the bike, I emphasize all because I would include a complete brake fluid change and thorough brake line inspection for and signs of swelling/cracking or other damage. I emphasize before because the fluids will absorb any moisture present in the air of the storage area - even a climate controlled one.

The following is just something I would like to do before hitting the starter button and can be done before you purchase the bike as long as the current owner has no problem with the request.
If you can bring along a bike jack and if the owner will allow it jack up the bike so the rear tire is off the ground, pull the spark plugs, put the tranny in fourth gear or higher and SLOWLY spin the tire by hand to make sure the engine rolls over smoothly - I actually would do it sitting down on the ground next to the bike and using my foot to "push" the tire in it's normal rotational direction while someone helps stabilize the bike. Either the current owner or a buddy you brought along can assist.

The age of the tires (which I personally would replace if I purchased the bike) - frozen/stuck brake calipers, cracked leather goods, pitted chrome, dry/cracked drive belt. all the control cables will need to be lubricated and checked.

Take off the fuel tank cap and take a look inside, a little sniff may tell you if the fuel has been in there for the past nine years - I would count on having to drain/clean the tank and change fuel lines at a minimum.

A thorough looking over of the bike before purchase and then a complete going through after purchase will serve you well in the long run.

[crobson]

hey thanks guys let you know tomorrow eve what I find

[sadunbar]

The 2008 CVO' s had a recall for the rear cylinder gasket or seal going and leaking oil. I would see if that was done.

2008?  9 year old bike?   Hmmm...  Gonna have to help me with that math...


A 9 year old bike with virtually no miles...  Replace the tires, replace the battery, replace all the fluids (including brake fluid), inspect the inside of the gas tank for corrosion, lubricate the cables, inspect the drive belt...  Then ride it.  Other things may come up, but probably not.

[Rooster]

The 2008 CVO' s had a recall for the rear cylinder gasket or seal going and leaking oil. I would see if that was done.

07 and 08 had several head gasket revisions. Comp assembly, tapping in the rocker box (need more clearance), valve springs,guides and seals need changed out. Don't have headwork done by Baisley unless he has admitted his problems and made the correct changes and addressed them. On the comp assembly install the Baker Primary bearing as the HD one tends to move. Oh yes most important check the pinion runouot. The fix is with Darkhorse, Tman,and a few others that balance and weld the flywheels as a lot of them were shifting in 07 and 08. Im sure there is more but that get most of it.

[SBB]

2008?  9 year old bike?   Hmmm...  Gonna have to help me with that math...


A 9 year old bike with virtually no miles...  Replace the tires, replace the battery, replace all the fluids (including brake fluid), inspect the inside of the gas tank for corrosion, lubricate the cables, inspect the drive belt...  Then ride it.  Other things may come up, but probably not.

A 9 year old bike would be an 06.
So crobson what bike is it?


SBB

[SG Racer]

 He did not say it was a 2008. Someone commented and said that a 08 had a recall.

[RayG]

In my opinion mostly gathered from this forum I would not hesitate on a 2006.  The 2007 was the first year for the 110 and had numerous issues of which the members here are familiar with because they fixed what the factory sent out including the 08.  The 08 is notorious for throttle lag as it was the first year with the Fly by Wire throttle.  Some don't notice the lack of precise throttle control at low speeds especially while taking off two up & loaded down.  That is why so many changed the front sprocket and the belt.   Everything to check was thoroughly covered with some of the previous post.  That's really a tough question but since I'm so familiar with the issues because I followed the section for the SERK's in 2007 & 2008.  I may be biased since I have not followed the section on the 2006.  I know I will be dumped on and I fully expect it but if my choices were the 07 or the 08 I would look for something else. The 80,000 miles on my SERK has had numerous parts installed beyond normal maintenance.   With all that said a qualified mechanic can correct just about any issue for just about any model.   

[jpb]

07 and 08 had several head gasket revisions. Comp assembly, tapping in the rocker box (need more clearance), valve springs,guides and seals need changed out. Don't have headwork done by Baisley unless he has admitted his problems and made the correct changes and addressed them. On the comp assembly install the Baker Primary bearing as the HD one tends to move. Oh yes most important check the pinion runouot. The fix is with Darkhorse, Tman,and a few others that balance and weld the flywheels as a lot of them were shifting in 07 and 08. Im sure there is more but that get most of it.

I second the Baisley comment.     His mistaked cost me many $$$$$$$ in engine repairs. 

[Rooster]

Me as well. I can't take credit for the Baker Primary bearing that goes to Jim(hddude). Still running on the comp replacement since I believe the bearing has something to do with it.

[grc]

I would add one more item to the lists posted by phato1 and sadunbar.  Since it's very possible the engine hasn't been turned over for most of those nine years, after changing the motor oil and filter I would remove the spark plugs and apply a liberal amount of fogging oil spray into each cylinder.  Let it soak for a while, then use the starter to turn the engine over in short bursts with the plugs still removed, while adding a little fogging oil between bursts.  I recommend using a remote starter switch connected between the positive post on the starter and the spade connector for the solenoid switch, and leave the ignition turned off.  The reason for doing this is twofold.  While cranking, you will be priming the oil pump and passages with fresh oil.  This will also get oil quickly to the bores and rings, which rely on splash lubrication that won't be available from the oiling system itself immediately upon starting.

Jerry