hi found a 1993 v max

[dutyhole]

i got the guy down to
$3750 it has 4800 miles I rode it seen great bike is this a good price or ? ty any input or what to look for let me know please ???:clappingh it does have a super trap exhaust on it good pipe bad pipe ?

 

[dannymax]

i got the guy down to
$3750 it has 4800 miles I rode it seen great bike is this a good price or ? ty any input or what to look for let me know please ???:clappingh it does have a super trap exhaust on it good pipe bad pipe ?

Very low mileage for a 20 yr old bike...if actual the bike must have sat a lot, which isn't overly good for them....rust in the tank, dried seals, o-rings, etc....better look it over good.

 

[dutyhole]

Very low mileage for a 20 yr old bike...if actual the bike must have sat a lot, which isn't overly good for them....rust in the tank, dried seals, o-rings, etc....better look it over good.

thanx he said he did have the fork seals done just last month

 

[alorio1]

Price just a tad high, but the mileage is great. You need to get her warmed up good and do a little romping on her in second gear. A lot of people get stuck with a bike that jumps out of gear. Pour a little Sea foam in her to keep things clean on the fuel system. If you find a station that sells ethanol free gas it better on the fuel tank and carbs. Check all your fluids to make sure it has been maintained properly.

 

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http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=20518

Not a screaming deal. Almost 4K for a 20 year old bike.
Dannys comments are valid.
Ifs its clean and everything checks out ok I would say go for.
Patience would probably yield a newer model for similar costs.
Although, no much changed after '93. There is a thread about changes thru the years.
http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=17148

 

[Fire-medic]

If it doesn't jump out of 2nd gear when you hit VBoost (~6000 RPM+) and the gaskets and carbs aren't leaking oil, coolant, brake fluid, or gas, then for a <5K miles bike, I think that's an OK price, but usually a cash deal can get it for less. I'd offer him $3K cash and be prepared to start to walk-away, and let him have a view of $3K from the backside, leaving, he's likely going to counter-offer or take the 'bird in the hand.' Hey, it's the end of riding season! Baby needs new shoes! Whatever... Have you owned bikes before? If no, then get an experienced rider who knows what a VMax can do to see about issues w/it. I'd say, it's the most-powerful 110 bhp at the rear wheel bike you're likely gonna see. Lotsa torque, and when the VBoost hits, it's 'hold-on tight,' and hope you have no one in-front of you. Be especially-careful grabbing some throttle turning a corner, you will find your rear tire breaking-loose before you know it. This is one bike you need to be familiar w/the throttle response and power output before your enthusiasm writes checks your skills can't cash.

 

[one2dmax]

I'm sure the guy isn't going to take a check or credit cards so waiving the cash work means nothing to me and actually more of an insult to even say $3k "cash"! I don't take "chits" or IOU's or anything but cash lol.

Still, make him an offer but I think the price is fair if it runs/rides right.

Sean

 

[Fire-medic]

I'm sure the guy isn't going to take a check or credit cards so waiving the cash work means nothing to me and actually more of an insult to even say $3k "cash"! I don't take "chits" or IOU's or anything but cash lol.

Still, make him an offer but I think the price is fair if it runs/rides right.

Sean

I'm sure you have sold a lot more bikes than me, but I have had people come to see something for sale, and just name a lower price, and then walk-away, no-sale. That's their choice. They just throw-out a lowball price to see how-eager you are to sell, I guess. If someone wants to make a lower offer and they are willing to back it-up w/the $$, show me the money!

I have bought/sold a vehicle at the bank because I didn't want to be carrying the $. No actual cash, all electronic. No risk.

An older bike at the end of the riding season, even w/low miles, you never know what a seller's motivation is. maybe he can live w/$500 less, and if you just accept his asking price, you'll never-know. Try it, he might like it. Cash in-hand beats strokers on the phone who want you to take less w/o even seeing the bike, or whatever you're selling. I tell those people, "the price is as-advertised, if you want to see it first and make me an offer, you can try, but the price over-the phone is what I advertised."

 

[Blurr]

Value is abundance vs desirability, right? I don't know how many of them are to be had in New Jersey, but in Alaska that would be low enough to make me think the seller knew of some problems and looking to unload it. As the other guys say, in your area that might be high. Barring the need for a rebuilt transmission, seems fair as you have already 'got him down'. It is a twenty year old bike, there will be some issues. Can you post any pictures?

 

[dutyhole]

I appreciate all your help I bought it for 3200 it runs incredible any advice or maintaining it I appreciate it its stock well it does have a super trap exhaust wish was it more sound but it will have to do now any advice on oil to run or fluid to use and such would be appreciated I think the bike is incredible !!! I wish the tach was bigger thought and id like to get some highway pegs for it too !! thanx again guys !! cool fourum I have to say and second gear doesn't pop out at all

 

[DMAN999]

I appreciate all your help I bought it for 3200 it runs incredible any advice or maintaining it I appreciate it its stock well it does have a super trap exhaust wish was it more sound but it will have to do now any advice on oil to run or fluid to use and such would be appreciated I think the bike is incredible !!! I wish the tach was bigger thought and id like to get some highway pegs for it too !! thanx again guys !! cool fourum I have to say and second gear doesn't pop out at all

Glad you got it for a great price !
Now, we need Pictures OR Video of it !!!!!!!!!! :biglaugh:

 

[dutyhole]

Glad you got it for a great price !
Now, we need Pictures OR Video of it !!!!!!!!!! :biglaugh:

thanx how the hell do you post it here new to this site lol ???

 

[DMAN999]

thanx how the hell do you post it here new to this site lol ???

Click on the Advanced Button when you post a comment, then scroll down and click on Manage Attachments.
Then browse to your pictures and Upload them.
Then close that attachments window and save/submit the post.
For Video, upload it to Youtube, then post the link to it here.

 

[Fire-medic]

You need to read all the stickies in the mechanical threads. A lot of your questions will be answered by just spending time reading them.

My #1 suggestion is to go radials as-soon-as you can. Radials transform your bike's handling in a way that no-other single switch can. A Kosman 17" or 18" wheel will run you about $400-550, and heck, a new one from Kosman, once you do the shipping, isn't much more! Two good quality tires (you use the stock front wheel, not-optimal, but it will work) and slap some HH pads into your stock calipers, and you're good to go and stop. The handling will be much-more inspiring, and your fear of using your bike to cut some corners or in the upper speed ranges will dramatically lessen or disappear. No it is not a 2014 sportbike, but radials can make your ride much better than it was from the factory. You should be able to do it for ~$1K even if you bought a newly-modded Kosman wheel from CA, and you can do it for about 3/4 of that w/a bit of prudent shopping.

Now, start to read, and take notes on what's interesting.

Do your reading, make a list of what is interesting to you from what you read, and use the "advanced search" to get more info on your list of what you want to do w/your bike.

 

[Fire-medic]

thanx how the hell do you post it here new to this site lol ???

See post #14, read the stickies.

It looks like someone made an offer the seller couldn't refuse!:biglaugh:

 

[DMAN999]

PS
If you really want your bike to be louder with those Supertrapps, you can either add more discs or install the Open End Caps.

 

[dutyhole]

you need to read all the stickies in the mechanical threads. a lot of your questions will be answered by just spending time reading them.

my #1 suggestion is to go radials as-soon-as you can. Radials transform your bike's handling in a way that no-other single switch can. A kosman 17" or 18" wheel will run you about $400-550, and heck, a new one from kosman, once you do the shipping, isn't much more! Two good quality tires (you use the stock front wheel, not-optimal, but it will work) and slap some hh pads into your stock calipers, and you're good to go and stop. The handling will be much-more inspiring, and your fear of using your bike to cut some corners or in the upper speed ranges will dramatically lessen or disappear. No it is not a 2014 sportbike, but radials can make your ride much better than it was from the factory. You should be able to do it for ~$1k even if you bought a newly-modded kosman wheel from ca, and you can do it for about 3/4 of that w/a bit of prudent shopping.

now, start to read, and take notes on what's interesting.

do your reading, make a list of what is interesting to you from what you read, and use the "advanced search" to get more info on your list of what you want to do w/your bike.

wow ty you very much for the info what oil is good for the bike and antifreeze and diff oil ? I think it has new bridgestones it i have to check air filter ? If im not going to rise cause we have a bad winter any advise ????

 

[dutyhole]

ps
if you really want your bike to be louder with those supertrapps, you can either add more discs or install the open end caps.

the guy never had the bike re jetted he said it has the right back pressure if i do what you said do i have to rejet ? Where do i get the end caps ? Ty for the info !!!!

 

[dutyhole]

I appreciate all your help I bought it for 3200 it runs incredible any advice or maintaining it I appreciate it its stock well it does have a super trap exhaust wish was it more sound but it will have to do now any advice on oil to run or fluid to use and such would be appreciated I think the bike is incredible !!! I wish the tach was bigger thought and id like to get some highway pegs for it too !! thanx again guys !! cool fourum I have to say and second gear doesn't pop out at all

 

[DMAN999]

the guy never had the bike re jetted he said it has the right back pressure if i do what you said do i have to rejet ? Where do i get the end caps ? Ty for the info !!!!

No rejetting is required using Supertrapps.
And the 4" Open Endcaps can be found online:
http://www.amazon.com/Supertrapp-405-3046-Polished-Stainless-Steel/dp/B0006HNS6K
Or
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sup-405-3046/overview/
etc., etc.

How many disks are on each side now ?
The Open caps are supposed to be equal to 10 Disks.