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I am looking to buy a 2005 FZ6 with 19k (11806 miles) on it and was wondering what things should I look out for? I will check out the basics (engine,brakes,forks,oil leaking anywhere) but what else should I be wary of? I am planning to buy this bike in about a week. Any help would be appreciated.
 
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20k km on mine, only non regular thing I've done are the steering head bearings which is a common issue on this bike but not the hardest thing to replace, cheap too if you do them yourself

that's about it for common problems, that '05 might have a recall on the throttle position sensor but you can take care of that if it hasn't been done already and applies
 
The fz6 is a very reliable, trouble-free bike. If I were looking at used bike from someone I didn't know, I'd check for obvious signs of it having been dropped or crashed -- scrapes and bent parts.

Is the rear tire bald down the middle? If so, could be that the rider was just a massive commuter or it could point to the rider being a squid out doing burn-outs.

Parts that may be marginally in need of replacement could likely be considered "consumables" -- things such as brake pads and the chain. You can see the brake pads on the front brake easily enough. Run a finger over each of the brake rotors, are there any serious grooves or scratches? When you ride the bike and apply the brake, do you feel any weird feedback through the lever? If you do, it could suggest a warped or bent rotor.

Ask when was the last time she/he flushed the brakes. If they say "never", well, this will be something you'll want to plan to do. If they haven't done it, it's not that they're absolutely guilty of poor maintenance, but some here would beg to differ on that one.

Check the chain and sprocket condition and tension -- too tight or too loose may suggest less-than-the-best care.

Squeeze the front brake and try and rock the bike front to back. You're feeling for a slight clunk in the steering bearings. The fz6 doesn't get the best steering bearing set and, if the owner hasn't already replaced it, you may want to just consider doing the job once you take possession. A very nice replacement set can be had for about $30 and the install job is not that difficult.

Ask about oil changes. Frequency of changes and what kind of oil. If they're not using [insert flame-worthy brand and weight here], walk away, just walk away... :D
 
LOL LOL


I loves me some mobil one, but almost any oil will work. Its just that some oils and such and the like are better than others.
 
I just bought a used 05 with 20,000 km on it.
It has been down on both sides, but they were low speed or not moving drops.
It passed a safety, but I think that's because I wiped up the fork oil that accumulated on the fork tubes. It is in the shop right now getting fork seals. Other than that, great bike... Only hard part is affording all the mods! Only had it a week and I've already got ASV shorty levers and a 2 bros carbon exhaust on the way...
 
Sounds like it's just about broke in. Go for it and welcome to a first rate bike forum. The people here can help you with just about anything, your marriage, kid's college choices, when to cut your hair, and oh yea, the FZ6 as well.:thumbup:
 
I'm at 15K, bought it with 9K (from a member here). I replaced the steering head bearings (with All Balls) and battery. Other than that, highest expense is modding.....
 
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