FL-Venture-Rider Posted March 31, 2009 Share #1 Posted March 31, 2009 Can anyone give me just a short run down on what to expect for maintenance on a RSV? For example, we are looking for a RSV, and found a 2002 for $6,000.00 with 27K miles on it. Then we found a 2005 with 40K miles on it for $7,000.00 We are also looking for 2006 and newer, but we may consider something with Little more miles and a year or two older then a 2006, to offset the price of $10K for a 2006 What I don;t want to happen is, I buy a 2002 or a 2005 with 30k-40K, and find out I need to spend several thousand on the bike for routine maintenance because of the miles. Then we would be better off just bitting the bullet now, and spending $10K on a newer bike, and enjoy it and ride it. Thanks for your help, as we are eager to buy a RSV after owning several other cruiser and touring bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eck Posted March 31, 2009 Share #2 Posted March 31, 2009 Hi Marco, Hey, I attached a link (below) for you to read. It will give you some ideas on what to look for as far as " known problems " with RSV's However, please understand that not all bikes are the same, which means that the one your looking at may not show any signs of the known problems listed in this link, and then again that bike could have a few or a bunch of them. I am attaching the link to "improve your knowledge" about the RSV in general, and not to pursuade you or influence you on your buying decision on any RSV you look at. Before you click on the link, please note that I had an 05 RSV up until last week (wrecked it), but I really really liked that bike. Yes, it had a couple of the known problems listed, but I fixed them with the help of others on this forum, and my bike was as dependable as any out there. I would get on it today and ride to California if I could. So with that being said, I ask that you read the info on this link with an open mind and it will improve your knowledge on what to look for or even ask the previous owner about, prior to you buying one. Hope it helps answer some of your questions. One other thing. Whether it is an 03,04,05,06,07, 08 or 09 RSV..they are all build the same, they all have the same exact parts and the only difference is thier color...!!! Known problems with RS- Ventures http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1067 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeS Posted March 31, 2009 Share #3 Posted March 31, 2009 The Engines, and Tranny's are almost bullet proof. Any other maintenance you can mostly do yourself. Easy, and help is here, whatever you need. Somebody here has allready done, and will be glad to help. About all they need is normal maintenance, if you have been working on bikes in the past, you will have no trouble with any Venture. Tires, brakes, Serviceing, about same as any bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sttenor Posted March 31, 2009 Share #4 Posted March 31, 2009 I purchased an 06 and to date the only problems I experienced was dry lubrication points. He's right they are very stingy with grease. Other than that 2 years and 20K later no problems, just ride it like I stole it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FL-Venture-Rider Posted March 31, 2009 Author Share #5 Posted March 31, 2009 Hi Marco, Hey, I attached a link (below) for you to read. It will give you some ideas on what to look for as far as " known problems " with RSV's However, please understand that not all bikes are the same, which means that the one your looking at may not show any signs of the known problems listed in this link, and then again that bike could have a few or a bunch of them. I am attaching the link to "improve your knowledge" about the RSV in general, and not to pursuade you or influence you on your buying decision on any RSV you look at. Before you click on the link, please note that I had an 05 RSV up until last week (wrecked it), but I really really liked that bike. Yes, it had a couple of the known problems listed, but I fixed them with the help of others on this forum, and my bike was as dependable as any out there. I would get on it today and ride to California if I could. So with that being said, I ask that you read the info on this link with an open mind and it will improve your knowledge on what to look for or even ask the previous owner about, prior to you buying one. Hope it helps answer some of your questions. One other thing. Whether it is an 03,04,05,06,07, 08 or 09 RSV..they are all build the same, they all have the same exact parts and the only difference is thier color...!!! Known problems with RS- Ventures http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1067 Can't thank you enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FL-Venture-Rider Posted March 31, 2009 Author Share #6 Posted March 31, 2009 Dosn;t look like anything any other bike would or may have. A couple of loose screws, maybe some grease, alittle whine somtimes, but if thats it, I can deal with that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N3FOL Posted March 31, 2009 Share #7 Posted March 31, 2009 These bikes are fun to ride. I would recommend purchasing a bike that has some factory warranty left to it. You will definitely have fun working on the bike for maintenance and adding blings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedRider Posted March 31, 2009 Share #8 Posted March 31, 2009 These bikes are fun to ride. I would recommend purchasing a bike that has some factory warranty left to it. You will definitely have fun working on the bike for maintenance and adding blings. +1 This bike has a 5 year transferrable warranty. The 2005 will still have a year warranty on it (maybe - depends when it was originally purchased). At 40k miles, you might be needing a clutch - or at least an updated clutch spring. If you are handy at all, with a little coaching, it should take you about 1/2 hour to do. A set of clutch friction plates are about $80, $10 gasket, $40 springs. You should be good to go. Other than that, some grease, oil change, gas, and go. Very reliable bike. RR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FL-Venture-Rider Posted March 31, 2009 Author Share #9 Posted March 31, 2009 Here my 2005 Honda VTX before and after, some mods I did to it: http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm200/fltekdiver/IMGP0403.jpg http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm200/fltekdiver/IMGP0305.jpg http://i296.photobucket.com/albums/mm200/fltekdiver/IMGP0312.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albino Rhino Posted March 31, 2009 Share #10 Posted March 31, 2009 Can anyone give me just a short run down on what to expect for maintenance on a RSV? For example, we are looking for a RSV, and found a 2002 for $6,000.00 with 27K miles on it. Then we found a 2005 with 40K miles on it for $7,000.00 We are also looking for 2006 and newer, but we may consider something with Little more miles and a year or two older then a 2006, to offset the price of $10K for a 2006 What I don;t want to happen is, I buy a 2002 or a 2005 with 30k-40K, and find out I need to spend several thousand on the bike for routine maintenance because of the miles. Then we would be better off just bitting the bullet now, and spending $10K on a newer bike, and enjoy it and ride it. Thanks for your help, as we are eager to buy a RSV after owning several other cruiser and touring bikes. When I sold my RSV it had 103,214 miles on it and never had a maintenance issue--just normal p.m. --> change oil and tires and keep on rollin'. I would not have hesitated to take it on a long trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FL-Venture-Rider Posted April 1, 2009 Author Share #11 Posted April 1, 2009 Thank you, thats good to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M61A1MECH Posted April 1, 2009 Share #12 Posted April 1, 2009 Marco If I recall correctly from your other post you are in the Melborune area? I am in Edgewater, just south of Daytona, if you find a venture you like and need any help or information I am glad to help. One thing you will probably want to get is a handheld tach and a Morgan Carbtune for synching the carbs, I have both and can show you how easy it is to do if you like. Other than that just keep the oil changed, fluids in good shape and ask the shop to lube the rear splines any time time they have rear wheel off and you are good to go for hundreds of thousands of miles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FL-Venture-Rider Posted April 1, 2009 Author Share #13 Posted April 1, 2009 Marco If I recall correctly from your other post you are in the Melborune area? I am in Edgewater, just south of Daytona, if you find a venture you like and need any help or information I am glad to help. One thing you will probably want to get is a handheld tach and a Morgan Carbtune for synching the carbs, I have both and can show you how easy it is to do if you like. Other than that just keep the oil changed, fluids in good shape and ask the shop to lube the rear splines any time time they have rear wheel off and you are good to go for hundreds of thousands of miles. Wow, thank you, I'll definatley take you up on that offer, and lunch is on me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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