[adam8it]

Perhaps this more thinking out loud but here it goes.

I own a 2000 748r. I have 18k miles on it and its main purpose is that of a track tool. I also take it out to the canyons but in its older age that is becoming less frequent. I have never had any major issues with the bike and have always keep to the service. It is currently getting a 6k service done. The bike needs a valve job which means big bucks. With the amount of carbon suck all over the place the bike just no longer performs. I do not think the problem will go away but at 18k its probably long overdue to be cleaned up. At this point I could probably sell it for a decent amount though being a 2k (no ohlins) and with so many miles I will not be getting that mutch. If I keep the bike I can expect to put around 2000 miles a year on it and hope to ride it for several more years before I part it out.

Is it time to sell and look into a 749s or R6. Or do I stick with it fix her up and ride it till she dies.

749s 15k
R6 9k

MY 748r worth maybe 5k but needs 2k worth of work done.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

Adam

 

[adam8it]

First I would like to thank you guys for taking the time to post your thoughts.

I went down to the shop today and the bike tugged some heart strings, so I'm going to get the full overhaul and let them spend some time on it. I think you guys are right in saying that to me the bike is worth mutch more than dollars. I know how to ride this bike on the track and having figured out a lot of things about it over the years I now enjoy winding it up and cranking it over. I think thats what it is all about. I feel comfortable and confident on the bike, this allows me to have fun while still feeling safe.

It's canyon days are officially over. Taking a close look at my air intakes I must say that if you ride anywere near the beach, get serious about your air filter service.

Now I need another bike. Something practical I can put 5k miles or so a year on. Maybe a speed triple, wait that's not practicle is it?

Regards
Adam