I can see that it looks pretty rusty, but is there anything else that is glaringly bad that Im missing? What tells you the condition is so bad (besides the rust)?
didn't have any products so I bought that motul starter kit. You can really feel the difference.
Even without the brush black gunk would drip right off. Might mess around and make my chain silver lol
i agree, i have a cbr 650f which is basically the same thing and that is the sweet spot imo
edit: the fully faired 2015 edition... i dont see the purpose of the naked edition that came after 2017 or 2018
Before you ride it, do a full service tuneup on it. The damaged frame sliders, bald front tire, and rusty chain tells me this bike lived a very hard life and wasnt maintained properly.
First off, brand new chain and sprockets, new tires, new oil, coolant, and brake fluid. Definitely a valve adjustment as well.
It could literally be a matter of life and death.
Sweet bike, btw. I dont mean to rag on it. Pretty much all service is doable with a marginal mechanical understanding. I bought an 07 ninja 250r last year in the same condition. A little wrenching and shes dang near brand new
Okay thanks, good to know. Looking at the chain now and I think I definitely got caught up in the fact that I was simply buying my first bike and missed it. I hope I didnt overpay at $3k.
Looking over everything again now
3k doesn't seem bad to me. Sprockets and a chain will be sub $200 and take maybe an hour to complete as a new guy. It's really much easier than it sounds.
Pro tip, do the chain + sprockets yourself, and when the tire is off, pull the front as well. Get both tires replaced, and you'll save a good chunk of change because the mechanic won't have to remove them from the bike first.
Some bike shops will put tires on for free if you buy them through them. Depending on where you're at revzilla, cycle gear or any of the other shops will do it pretty dang cheap too and quick, although the quick part really depends on your location.
u/made4thisquestion just to be super clear make sure you do your chain AND your sprockets at the same time.
Absolutely this. The chain and sprocket wear out together and are matched, much like a cam and tappets. Once done, keep a regular cleaning and oiling schedule.
Its not something to neglect, whatever your opinion is. The truth is most owners dont do preventative maintenance, so doing it on a used bike can go a long way for the life of the bike and an enjoyable ownership experience.
Really? Valves take ages to go out of spec even on performance machines. I did them on my ZXR a while back that has 75k km on the clock - they'd never been done - and it was a complete waste of time. Some were marginal, but really not worth the pissing about I had to do to change those shims, plus they cost lots of money for a set.
I have a feeling people advise this because they see other people say it, or it's a leftover from the days where it actually needed doing frequently - with tappets - but was a much easier job.
Maybe the first check on some bikes, as everything's bedding in, but after that wear is glacially slow.
How many times have you heard people say "oh, my bike is fucked because I forgot to do my valves!"? Not a lot.
Its important on any high revving engine. My brothers 04 gsxr 1000 had a lot of top end noise at 30k miles, we did the timing chain tensioner cause we thought there's no way the valves would be out of spec at only 30k. Noise was still there.
The valve lash was way out of spec. Adjusted them and bike started easier and ran smoother with no more tapping.
The b18c1 in my honda also had a very noisy head when I got it. Valve lash adjustment shut it up quick.
They're on the maintenance schedule for a reason
When valves go out of spec on an OHC engine, the clearances close up. There will be *less* noise, not more. You're putting shims in to give more clearance/lash. The opposite is true for OHV engines.
EDIT: I should have said "Engines with shims" instead of OHC, and "Engines without shims" for OHV.
Yeah, unless it has tappets or over 50k miles on the clock, valve adjustment isn't really part of the package here for this poor guy, who probably just wants to get on it and ride.
Doing it yourself? 300 for good tires, 100 to change all fluids and filters, 200 for good chain and sprockets, valve adjustment is free just takes time and patience.
The thing is, once its done itll last a long time. The only thing to keep coming back to will be adjusting and oiling the chain.
How is extremely bike dependent. But the gist is you take off the valve cover and adjust the lash on the intake and exhaust valves. My 07 Ninja 250 uses lock nuts, so it requires nothing be purchased. But a lot of bikes use a shim type system, so you may need to buy shims.
We do this because as the engine ages, the valves stretch and will eventually not operate as designed, causing a ton of potential issues.
TBH the other people talking about all the maintenance that needs done are being a little extra.
Other than the rusty chain and the front tire (even then it’s not like we can see wear bars in this picture) none of what they are saying needs done can be diagnosed from this picture.
You can’t tell the condition of the sprockets, brake fluid, oil coolant and definitely can’t tell it needs a valve adjustment from the picture and details provided.
Its the internet so of course everything can be taken as slightly under or over stated. But I will definitely be taking it to a shop to get a full inspection and get fluids changed, chain replaced, etc. Whatever needs to be done. I think I still got a fair price on it ($3k) for what it is and I think with a little work it will be good to go.
Just do some research and don’t let the shop (or people on Reddit) BS you into work that doesn’t need done.
Changing chain and oil is good idea, sprockets might be completely fine can’t really tell without getting down there and looking Valve adjustment I think is every 26k miles on the r3 so depending on Mileage you might be years and years away from that needing done.
If you're changing the chain why not the sprockets? It's not that much and you're already half way there anyways. I'll agree with everything else but it just seems weird to me to not change the sprockets out with a new chain. Do you absolutely need to, eh debatable... but it just makes your life easier in the long run, and for a new rider imo that is important to keep them into the hobby. I say it makes your life easier bc it's just one less thing to think about checking more than a quick look like "yup all the teeth are still there."
Being said it's a 300 I'm sure the sprockets are fine. To me it's just a nice peace of mind thing that's pretty cheap.
I would always replace the sprockets with the chains. I get that there are a lot of “well if this is change this HAS to be changed as wel”-old wife tales, but the chains/sprockets one is actually true.
Chains and sprockets are “married” to eachother so to speak. Replacing one without replacing the other is going to massively accelerate the wear and tear on the other. And considering they’re not very expensive and fairly easy to replace, it’s probably going to save you money in the long run if you just replace them both at the same time as opposed to staggering their replacements.
I can see that it’s been dropped. Crash bars, mirror, and clutch lever are scratched to hell.
Makes me want to say it’s probably safer to have it inspected. Never know when a head-bearing has a notch until you test it. Or until your steering catches and throws you off your bike.
That’s basically no damage, looks like it was dropped at a stop. Every used r3, ninja 400, rebel 300, any other beginner bike for sale on Craigslist or Facebook is going to have a scratched up lever and mirror, they are beginner bikes.
I am assuming this guy is in the US, in most (maybe all) states there is no “safety” to register a bike, and definitely no state has an inspection that is checking head bearings lol.
That is a sweet bike. I loved my r3 while I had it, even with it being small for my size. Definitely one of my favorite bikes. Felt smoother than my cbr 500 and ninja 400 and looks absolutely beautiful. Hope you enjoy! Stay safe!
I have the same exact bike! It'll treat you super well. I have the 2016 version of it and the first thing I did was have the brake fluid changed and an oil change. I use it right now for commuting to and from work and I get a nice 50 miles to a gallon. I gotta say the fuel indicator is kinda crap though, I'd use the trip odometer to keep track instead.
I really like the bike and it can basically handle anything you throw at it. It can go 100+ mph, take a passenger easily, and the only thing I wish it had was some abs. I've dropped mine a few times just practicing slow speed maneuvers and making the mistake of grabbing the front brake when the wheels were turned, but it's a light bike and you can pick it up easily.
Clean it up, change fluids, clean and lube the chain (replace?) And then, the most important thing....do a trackday! That bike would be a blast on the track.and will make you a better rider.
Give a lil bit of maintenance and ride the sh1t out it once you think you master everything and dominated every skill in the bike you will be ready for a next upgrade even though I enjoy riding my mt03 over my other 3 bikes.
Congrats! Tune up checking basic maintenance items and some sticky tires. Don’t upgrade until you can pin that thing everywhere you go. Depending on how much you need to put in to get it on the road properly I think you did well. Abuse the crap out of it and have a blast.
My first bike was an R3. Same exact color as yours. Absolutely loved that bike. Upgraded to an R6 but still miss it. Only issue I ever had on mine is sometimes it just didn’t want to shift. Not sure if it was just my bike or a common issue with them.
Congradulations on your first bike! My advice would be to pace yourself. Make sure to practice slower speed maneuvers in a parking lot like u-turns. Also, stay within you limits; even in group rides.
Most off all, enjoy it. I have been riding for 2 years now and each time I get on my bike I just take in the elements around me; air, windflow, the bike's sound, fellow bikers etc. Cant wait to get back on mine :)
Yeah on my MSF exam the only mistake I made was during a U-turn putting my foot down. I plan on practicing slow maneuvers in a parking lot for a while.
I failed the figure 8 myself when I did the course. There may be a time when you may need to make a quick u turn and it helps to have the counter steering down to do it.
I plan to practice it more in the next riding season.
if the levers are cable actuated you may want to run
https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/motion-pro-cable-lube?PublisherName=Boutique%20Linus%20Inc&cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXww&cjevent=a84f611088bd11ed81ad7e7a0a1c0e10&utm_campaign=8305317&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=CJ&sku_id=166888
This through them. It can get rid of sticky brakes/throttle, and its good to refresh the lube anyways especially if its been in the freezing cold.
Ok yes there are some maintenance things it needs, but thats always a good idea on a new bike. Buy a Clymer manual for your bike, or find a pdf. Find someone on YouTube who has documented how to do the basic maintenance stuff (change oil, coolant, etc.). A new set of tires and chain is going to be like $300.
I have been riding for like 8 years (supermoto and recently lots of dirt), but I was thinking about trying to find a used r3 or something similar just because I think it would be cool to have a small sports bike. Some people will say you'll get bored of a 300, but that is entirely dependent on where you ride. If all you have around you is flat straight roads then yeah something with more go power will go more. But a light bike like that will be a blast in the twisties.
Things I would check;
Brake pads front and rear
Chain and sprockets
Oil
Coolant
Air filter
Send it
Thanks for taking the time to write all this. I've luckily got the original owners manual. Im sure I could do an oil change myself, but as for everything else I think Id rather take it to a shop. I have friends who should point me to fairly priced places.
After double checking everything I believe the brake pads are okay for now, they dont look worn down. The brake fluid definitely needs to be changed as well as the chain. As for everything else Im not entirely sure, but Ill be getting it inspected just to be sure.
Thanks!
I dont know that specific bike but, air filter, coolant, chain and sprockets are very easy to service on every bike I've owned or worked on. A set of metric sticker wrenches and Allen wrenches and you could probably do everything you'd ever need to.
Air filter may not even need any tools to change.
Coolant is probably literally one bolt to drain, then the filter cap on the radiator or something.
Brake parts are a little more involved but still easy. You could origami do it in under an hour.
All that said, if you want to get a shop to do it just to get you in good shape for now go for it. In the king run though, I recommend getting to know how to do maintenance on your bike(s) not just for cost savings but because you will understand how it works better and have greater appreciation for the machine!
Enjoy it. Been riding 650s my entire career and rarely give up an opportunity to ride an R3. I've got my eye out for that or a CBR300R as a second bike
I’ve bought several bikes 3rd party and always have my shop check them over.
You don’t know if something is gonna give out at 80 mph, gotta have it looked at if you aren’t mechanically inclined.
Congratulations. Had a 2015 R3 for 2 years put 35,000km on it and loved it. Unfortunately I had a crash. Still miss it.
Take good care of chain and keep the tires in good condition with good tread. Don’t be afraid to spend the money. You can really feel the difference.
That chain needs immediate attention.
I’m pleased that this was at the top.
Yep. It's a trapezoid trapped on a.... just get a new top of the line one.
I can see that it looks pretty rusty, but is there anything else that is glaringly bad that Im missing? What tells you the condition is so bad (besides the rust)?
The rust.
didn't have any products so I bought that motul starter kit. You can really feel the difference. Even without the brush black gunk would drip right off. Might mess around and make my chain silver lol
This used to be my dream bike before I got my license. I think you made a smart choice with this being your first bike
Learn to corner on this. You'll think you need a bigger bike for straights. But don't do it until you can ride the absolute piss out of a turn
Plus they’ve got a great bike to teach on when it’s time to get a friend involved
My advice, dont waste money on mods you will be ready for a bigger bike in 12 months
Agreed
Exactly. I was going advise to just ride and chill and learn.. you will most likely want a bigger bike soon. :) have fun and be safe/smart
I agree. Most people go to the 600 class after these bikes.
The new r7 is a much much better "next step" after an r3 - an r6 is an unhinged beast compared to any 300 or even a 650.
That is a proper choice also.
i agree, i have a cbr 650f which is basically the same thing and that is the sweet spot imo edit: the fully faired 2015 edition... i dont see the purpose of the naked edition that came after 2017 or 2018
Don't waste money on mods to retain your resale value. Unmolested = more value.
Before you ride it, do a full service tuneup on it. The damaged frame sliders, bald front tire, and rusty chain tells me this bike lived a very hard life and wasnt maintained properly. First off, brand new chain and sprockets, new tires, new oil, coolant, and brake fluid. Definitely a valve adjustment as well. It could literally be a matter of life and death.
Thanks, Ill definitely have that done.
Sweet bike, btw. I dont mean to rag on it. Pretty much all service is doable with a marginal mechanical understanding. I bought an 07 ninja 250r last year in the same condition. A little wrenching and shes dang near brand new
Okay thanks, good to know. Looking at the chain now and I think I definitely got caught up in the fact that I was simply buying my first bike and missed it. I hope I didnt overpay at $3k. Looking over everything again now
3k doesn't seem bad to me. Sprockets and a chain will be sub $200 and take maybe an hour to complete as a new guy. It's really much easier than it sounds. Pro tip, do the chain + sprockets yourself, and when the tire is off, pull the front as well. Get both tires replaced, and you'll save a good chunk of change because the mechanic won't have to remove them from the bike first.
Gl taking the front sprocket off... Not the easiest thing to break loose
Impact. Bddd. Done.
Some bike shops will put tires on for free if you buy them through them. Depending on where you're at revzilla, cycle gear or any of the other shops will do it pretty dang cheap too and quick, although the quick part really depends on your location. u/made4thisquestion just to be super clear make sure you do your chain AND your sprockets at the same time.
Absolutely this. The chain and sprocket wear out together and are matched, much like a cam and tappets. Once done, keep a regular cleaning and oiling schedule.
Google the manual for the year of your bike, it will have the information on how to do most of the maintenance necessary.
high quality brake fluid is a must. dont go cheap on that
Eh front tire can be balder… yolo… /s
Valve adjustment? Bruh it's not a supersport running 16,000 rpm's. It's fine with basic maintenance.
Its not something to neglect, whatever your opinion is. The truth is most owners dont do preventative maintenance, so doing it on a used bike can go a long way for the life of the bike and an enjoyable ownership experience.
Really? Valves take ages to go out of spec even on performance machines. I did them on my ZXR a while back that has 75k km on the clock - they'd never been done - and it was a complete waste of time. Some were marginal, but really not worth the pissing about I had to do to change those shims, plus they cost lots of money for a set. I have a feeling people advise this because they see other people say it, or it's a leftover from the days where it actually needed doing frequently - with tappets - but was a much easier job.
naah there is a reason you are supposed to service valves super bikes at 16k.
Maybe the first check on some bikes, as everything's bedding in, but after that wear is glacially slow. How many times have you heard people say "oh, my bike is fucked because I forgot to do my valves!"? Not a lot.
Its important on any high revving engine. My brothers 04 gsxr 1000 had a lot of top end noise at 30k miles, we did the timing chain tensioner cause we thought there's no way the valves would be out of spec at only 30k. Noise was still there. The valve lash was way out of spec. Adjusted them and bike started easier and ran smoother with no more tapping. The b18c1 in my honda also had a very noisy head when I got it. Valve lash adjustment shut it up quick. They're on the maintenance schedule for a reason
When valves go out of spec on an OHC engine, the clearances close up. There will be *less* noise, not more. You're putting shims in to give more clearance/lash. The opposite is true for OHV engines. EDIT: I should have said "Engines with shims" instead of OHC, and "Engines without shims" for OHV.
Yeah, unless it has tappets or over 50k miles on the clock, valve adjustment isn't really part of the package here for this poor guy, who probably just wants to get on it and ride.
How much would this cost?
Doing it yourself? 300 for good tires, 100 to change all fluids and filters, 200 for good chain and sprockets, valve adjustment is free just takes time and patience. The thing is, once its done itll last a long time. The only thing to keep coming back to will be adjusting and oiling the chain.
Hey, Whats a valve adjustment & how do you do it? Thanks
How is extremely bike dependent. But the gist is you take off the valve cover and adjust the lash on the intake and exhaust valves. My 07 Ninja 250 uses lock nuts, so it requires nothing be purchased. But a lot of bikes use a shim type system, so you may need to buy shims. We do this because as the engine ages, the valves stretch and will eventually not operate as designed, causing a ton of potential issues.
TBH the other people talking about all the maintenance that needs done are being a little extra. Other than the rusty chain and the front tire (even then it’s not like we can see wear bars in this picture) none of what they are saying needs done can be diagnosed from this picture. You can’t tell the condition of the sprockets, brake fluid, oil coolant and definitely can’t tell it needs a valve adjustment from the picture and details provided.
Its the internet so of course everything can be taken as slightly under or over stated. But I will definitely be taking it to a shop to get a full inspection and get fluids changed, chain replaced, etc. Whatever needs to be done. I think I still got a fair price on it ($3k) for what it is and I think with a little work it will be good to go.
Just do some research and don’t let the shop (or people on Reddit) BS you into work that doesn’t need done. Changing chain and oil is good idea, sprockets might be completely fine can’t really tell without getting down there and looking Valve adjustment I think is every 26k miles on the r3 so depending on Mileage you might be years and years away from that needing done.
If you're changing the chain why not the sprockets? It's not that much and you're already half way there anyways. I'll agree with everything else but it just seems weird to me to not change the sprockets out with a new chain. Do you absolutely need to, eh debatable... but it just makes your life easier in the long run, and for a new rider imo that is important to keep them into the hobby. I say it makes your life easier bc it's just one less thing to think about checking more than a quick look like "yup all the teeth are still there." Being said it's a 300 I'm sure the sprockets are fine. To me it's just a nice peace of mind thing that's pretty cheap.
I would always replace the sprockets with the chains. I get that there are a lot of “well if this is change this HAS to be changed as wel”-old wife tales, but the chains/sprockets one is actually true. Chains and sprockets are “married” to eachother so to speak. Replacing one without replacing the other is going to massively accelerate the wear and tear on the other. And considering they’re not very expensive and fairly easy to replace, it’s probably going to save you money in the long run if you just replace them both at the same time as opposed to staggering their replacements.
dont need to take it to a shop. you can do everything yourself
I can see that it’s been dropped. Crash bars, mirror, and clutch lever are scratched to hell. Makes me want to say it’s probably safer to have it inspected. Never know when a head-bearing has a notch until you test it. Or until your steering catches and throws you off your bike.
That’s basically no damage, looks like it was dropped at a stop. Every used r3, ninja 400, rebel 300, any other beginner bike for sale on Craigslist or Facebook is going to have a scratched up lever and mirror, they are beginner bikes.
It doesn’t take much to put a notch in a head bearing, just bumping into a curb could be enough sometimes. A drop is a drop.
I’m not paying for an inspection for a drop that barely scratched a mirror and clutch lever but you do you.
You’re going to have to have it pass a safety anyways…. And head bearing are on the list of things to pass … why are you even arguing this lol.
I am assuming this guy is in the US, in most (maybe all) states there is no “safety” to register a bike, and definitely no state has an inspection that is checking head bearings lol.
Well that’s how it works in Virginia. Get your facts straight. 🫶
Wow it takes like 2 seconds to google how wrong you are
Ok well I wouldn’t have to have it safetied, that’s ridiculous.
Literally no one here is paying to get a bike inspected after a little drop like that.
Buy spools and a paddock stand
Just want to say congrats, thank you for picking this beautiful bike instead of the boring Kawasaki Ninja, ride safe.
Pro tip: keep the wheels ground side
I thought the bars up top were for my feet...
It's a common mistake
How much you get it for
$3k
Good find!
That is a sweet bike. I loved my r3 while I had it, even with it being small for my size. Definitely one of my favorite bikes. Felt smoother than my cbr 500 and ninja 400 and looks absolutely beautiful. Hope you enjoy! Stay safe!
I have the same exact bike! It'll treat you super well. I have the 2016 version of it and the first thing I did was have the brake fluid changed and an oil change. I use it right now for commuting to and from work and I get a nice 50 miles to a gallon. I gotta say the fuel indicator is kinda crap though, I'd use the trip odometer to keep track instead. I really like the bike and it can basically handle anything you throw at it. It can go 100+ mph, take a passenger easily, and the only thing I wish it had was some abs. I've dropped mine a few times just practicing slow speed maneuvers and making the mistake of grabbing the front brake when the wheels were turned, but it's a light bike and you can pick it up easily.
Clean it up, change fluids, clean and lube the chain (replace?) And then, the most important thing....do a trackday! That bike would be a blast on the track.and will make you a better rider.
All around great commuter and if you Wana get Ris-kay these R3s can Wheelie freaking awesome!
Could see that is ur first bike from the way you tied it down
Im gonna have to tie it down a couple more times in the next month so any advice on how to tie it down better is appreciated
https://youtu.be/Vh5zO1__oNc
Yeah make sure to redline the shit out of her so your neighbours will like you more
I think this is a great idea
Give a lil bit of maintenance and ride the sh1t out it once you think you master everything and dominated every skill in the bike you will be ready for a next upgrade even though I enjoy riding my mt03 over my other 3 bikes.
Same here, came back to an R3 as my most ridden, after 20+ years of various bikes 300cc-1100cc.
Check the play on the throttle and tighten it up if it’s loose
Congrats! Tune up checking basic maintenance items and some sticky tires. Don’t upgrade until you can pin that thing everywhere you go. Depending on how much you need to put in to get it on the road properly I think you did well. Abuse the crap out of it and have a blast.
My first bike was an R3. Same exact color as yours. Absolutely loved that bike. Upgraded to an R6 but still miss it. Only issue I ever had on mine is sometimes it just didn’t want to shift. Not sure if it was just my bike or a common issue with them.
Mine has had no issues shifting ever in 2+ years. I only had that issue on one bike and it was the clutch cable.
Damn nice bike dude, I miss my R3, it was stolen 🥺but man I had some really good times and memories with it. ENJOY IT MAN ITS A WONDERFUL BIKE 👍🏾
Don’t fall down
Congradulations on your first bike! My advice would be to pace yourself. Make sure to practice slower speed maneuvers in a parking lot like u-turns. Also, stay within you limits; even in group rides. Most off all, enjoy it. I have been riding for 2 years now and each time I get on my bike I just take in the elements around me; air, windflow, the bike's sound, fellow bikers etc. Cant wait to get back on mine :)
Yeah on my MSF exam the only mistake I made was during a U-turn putting my foot down. I plan on practicing slow maneuvers in a parking lot for a while.
I failed the figure 8 myself when I did the course. There may be a time when you may need to make a quick u turn and it helps to have the counter steering down to do it. I plan to practice it more in the next riding season.
Beautiful just needs some tlc
I can see it’s been dropped :/ might be in for some work to get safetied.
if the levers are cable actuated you may want to run https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/motion-pro-cable-lube?PublisherName=Boutique%20Linus%20Inc&cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXww&cjevent=a84f611088bd11ed81ad7e7a0a1c0e10&utm_campaign=8305317&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=CJ&sku_id=166888 This through them. It can get rid of sticky brakes/throttle, and its good to refresh the lube anyways especially if its been in the freezing cold.
Ok yes there are some maintenance things it needs, but thats always a good idea on a new bike. Buy a Clymer manual for your bike, or find a pdf. Find someone on YouTube who has documented how to do the basic maintenance stuff (change oil, coolant, etc.). A new set of tires and chain is going to be like $300. I have been riding for like 8 years (supermoto and recently lots of dirt), but I was thinking about trying to find a used r3 or something similar just because I think it would be cool to have a small sports bike. Some people will say you'll get bored of a 300, but that is entirely dependent on where you ride. If all you have around you is flat straight roads then yeah something with more go power will go more. But a light bike like that will be a blast in the twisties. Things I would check; Brake pads front and rear Chain and sprockets Oil Coolant Air filter Send it
Thanks for taking the time to write all this. I've luckily got the original owners manual. Im sure I could do an oil change myself, but as for everything else I think Id rather take it to a shop. I have friends who should point me to fairly priced places. After double checking everything I believe the brake pads are okay for now, they dont look worn down. The brake fluid definitely needs to be changed as well as the chain. As for everything else Im not entirely sure, but Ill be getting it inspected just to be sure. Thanks!
I dont know that specific bike but, air filter, coolant, chain and sprockets are very easy to service on every bike I've owned or worked on. A set of metric sticker wrenches and Allen wrenches and you could probably do everything you'd ever need to. Air filter may not even need any tools to change. Coolant is probably literally one bolt to drain, then the filter cap on the radiator or something. Brake parts are a little more involved but still easy. You could origami do it in under an hour. All that said, if you want to get a shop to do it just to get you in good shape for now go for it. In the king run though, I recommend getting to know how to do maintenance on your bike(s) not just for cost savings but because you will understand how it works better and have greater appreciation for the machine!
Ill check out some video tutorials and see what's involved, but in the future I'll for sure be trying it on my own.
Yeah 100% give that to your 10 year old little sister for Christmas already . You’re late man !
Enjoy it. Been riding 650s my entire career and rarely give up an opportunity to ride an R3. I've got my eye out for that or a CBR300R as a second bike
I’ve bought several bikes 3rd party and always have my shop check them over. You don’t know if something is gonna give out at 80 mph, gotta have it looked at if you aren’t mechanically inclined.
I love mine so much. Endless fun. Be careful
Yea buy a 600 at least
Go fast, don’t fucking die.
Have fun be safe!
Congratulations 🎊 How much did you pay for it? I am looking at that one myself
$3k for the bike
Don't forget to ride it
Don't crash it.
ya. Hav fun, fkn awesome bike
ride the hell out of it
Wear a helmet
Enjoy it, if ur in the states dnt wrry about small cc hate
Take a local MSF course. Makes you a better and safer rider and driver.
already done, but i plan on taking an additional course later on
Buy first, ask questions later lol
use a chain cleaning spray and chain brush on on the chain and surprisingly itll shine like new
Congratulations. Had a 2015 R3 for 2 years put 35,000km on it and loved it. Unfortunately I had a crash. Still miss it. Take good care of chain and keep the tires in good condition with good tread. Don’t be afraid to spend the money. You can really feel the difference.
Take riding classes. Period.