Need advice on buying non-running motorcycle... - Page 2

azoomm · 03-11-2011, 02:01 PM

Back on topic,

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Originally Posted by Dave

Title title title. If its got one id say take a look at the engine and make sure the cases don't look cracked. See if he'll let you look at the oil too and if at all possible try to turn it over

This. Title more important than the rest...

Particle Man · 03-11-2011, 02:09 PM

I'd be very curious as to why the ECM would be blown - I didn't think that was common problem with those bikes... unless the guy just started parting it out and decided to stop and it's just plain gone.

tommymac · 03-11-2011, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Particle Man

I'd be very curious as to why the ECM would be blown - I didn't think that was common problem with those bikes... unless the guy just started parting it out and decided to stop and it's just plain gone.

that would be my main concern too. Unless hes like the guy withthe kawi who drilled a few holes in his

May also be worth looking into a carfax report as well.

Rangerscott · 03-11-2011, 04:35 PM

He was probably installing a fender elimator and drilled throught the ecm. LoL

tommymac · 03-11-2011, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Rangerscott

He was probably installing a fender elimator and drilled throught the ecm. LoL

Thats what the guy on the kawi did. That thread made its rounds on all the forums a while back.

Kaneman · 03-11-2011, 05:39 PM

Well I got it, I'm now the owner of a 2001 CBR F4i...and its in fairly rough shape. I got it for $1,600, so there's room. The engine turns, it runs though all the gears, the frame and subframe are both in good shape...straight and all, no cracks. Title and Bill of Sale in hand.

-Minor crash damage on both sides, looks to be 5-10mph lowsides.
-Tires are shot
-Brake pads are shot
-ECM is gone. He said he sent it off to get it fixed and the guy told him it was shot.
-Front blinkers aren't working.
-Right side mirror is missing.

But the price was right, if I can get it back into excellent condition for $1k then I'll have gotten a pretty good deal. The bad news is that I fucking suck at working on bikes....so there's that. I'll take some pics and post them after I clean her up.

Rangerscott · 03-11-2011, 05:43 PM

Since my internet is closer to you than most I help you as much as possible. LoL.

Post a list of parts in order of demand and I'll keep my eyes out for them.

Dave · 03-11-2011, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaneman

Well I got it, I'm now the owner of a 2001 CBR F4i...and its in fairly rough shape. I got it for $1,600, so there's room. The engine turns, it runs though all the gears, the frame and subframe are both in good shape...straight and all, no cracks. Title and Bill of Sale in hand.

-Minor crash damage on both sides, looks to be 5-10mph lowsides.
-Tires are shot
-Brake pads are shot
-ECM is gone. He said he sent it off to get it fixed and the guy told him it was shot.
-Front blinkers aren't working.
-Right side mirror is missing.

But the price was right, if I can get it back into excellent condition for $1k then I'll have gotten a pretty good deal. The bad news is that I fucking suck at working on bikes....so there's that. I'll take some pics and post them after I clean her up.

Too bad you don't live closer. I work for beer

Kaneman · 03-11-2011, 06:37 PM

Sry guys, just realized this thread is in Off Topic. I could've sworn I posted in Street...my bad.

Anyway, at least it looks pretty good for $1,600

Particle Man · 03-11-2011, 08:30 PM

Congrats! And if by "shot" you mean those tires are freaking TOAST, then yeah: they're shot.

03-11-2011, 02:09 PM	#12
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	I'd be very curious as to why the ECM would be blown - I didn't think that was common problem with those bikes... unless the guy just started parting it out and decided to stop and it's just plain gone. __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

03-11-2011, 05:39 PM	#16
Kaneman AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Odessa, TX Moto: 2000 Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird Posts: 4,931	Well I got it, I'm now the owner of a 2001 CBR F4i...and its in fairly rough shape. I got it for $1,600, so there's room. The engine turns, it runs though all the gears, the frame and subframe are both in good shape...straight and all, no cracks. Title and Bill of Sale in hand. -Minor crash damage on both sides, looks to be 5-10mph lowsides. -Tires are shot -Brake pads are shot -ECM is gone. He said he sent it off to get it fixed and the guy told him it was shot. -Front blinkers aren't working. -Right side mirror is missing. But the price was right, if I can get it back into excellent condition for $1k then I'll have gotten a pretty good deal. The bad news is that I fucking suck at working on bikes....so there's that. I'll take some pics and post them after I clean her up. __________________ 1982 Honda XR80 - blown motor, 1993 Kawasaki ZX6D - sold, 2001 Suzuki Bandit 1200S - sold, 1984 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R - blown motor, 2007 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom - totalled, 2003 Yamaha FZ1 - sold, 1994 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Honda CBR600F4i - sold, 1998 Suzuki DR350 - stolen, 1989 Honda Super Magna - sold, 2007 Yamaha Stratoliner, 2000 Honda CBR 1100XX Blackbird

03-11-2011, 06:37 PM	#19
Kaneman AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Odessa, TX Moto: 2000 Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird Posts: 4,931	Sry guys, just realized this thread is in Off Topic. I could've sworn I posted in Street...my bad. Anyway, at least it looks pretty good for $1,600 __________________ 1982 Honda XR80 - blown motor, 1993 Kawasaki ZX6D - sold, 2001 Suzuki Bandit 1200S - sold, 1984 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R - blown motor, 2007 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom - totalled, 2003 Yamaha FZ1 - sold, 1994 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Honda CBR600F4i - sold, 1998 Suzuki DR350 - stolen, 1989 Honda Super Magna - sold, 2007 Yamaha Stratoliner, 2000 Honda CBR 1100XX Blackbird

03-11-2011, 04:35 PM	#14
Rangerscott Viff6N Mutated Warrior Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Moto: '01 Honda VFR 800 & '09 ER-6N Posts: 8,704	He was probably installing a fender elimator and drilled throught the ecm. LoL

03-11-2011, 05:43 PM	#17
Rangerscott Viff6N Mutated Warrior Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Texas Moto: '01 Honda VFR 800 & '09 ER-6N Posts: 8,704	Since my internet is closer to you than most I help you as much as possible. LoL. Post a list of parts in order of demand and I'll keep my eyes out for them.

03-11-2011, 08:30 PM	#20
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	Congrats! And if by "shot" you mean those tires are freaking TOAST, then yeah: they're shot.