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Date Posted: 11:01:43 09/17/04 Fri
Author: Pavel Despot
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Comments on a 97 TL1000S

Hello all.

I'm finally getting rid of my old 84 500cc bike and am looking to replace it with a pristine looking 97 TL1000S. It's got 9000 miles on it and he's asking $3400. He's the second owner and says he takes care of it.
I'm a bit concerned though as this is his first bike and by looking at the tires, it doesn't look like he's all that skilled a rider. So I'm thinking that clutch may have been a bit abused.
Anyway, my questions are:
1) It's a bit hard to find neutral on it. Is that common or could it indicate a tranny problem?
2) If the clutch is screwed, how much does a new clutch run for on these?
3) Normally, does the clutch catch almost near the end, or is that pointing to a dead clutch?
Problem is that he won't let me take it for a test ride, so I don't know how it runs. Any suggestions on what to look for?

Many thanks.

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No test ride, i wouldnt even talk to the guy. Theres usually a reason somethings so cheap. (NT) -- TLRoach, 12:03:49 09/17/04 Fri
sounds like the clutch is toast or at the very least, out of adjustment. If the shift dogs aer buggered then your looking at an tranny rebuild later on. Have it looked at by somone that really knows what there doing and top of the list ...no ride, no buy! (NT) -- Tls'er, 13:24:18 09/17/04 Fri