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Howdy All!!
« on: March 14, 2013, 01:34:50 PM »
Hi there ST Owners!

I am currently looking to purchase an ST1100 as a "second" bike to keep the boss happy. My current ride is a Suzuki B-King but find it horrible/impossible to pillion on, so decided to look for an "older" tourer, and guess which one seems to have the best reviews for the money spent??

Looking for any kind of advice at what to look out for when purchasing a used ST.
« Last Edit: March 14, 2013, 01:38:54 PM by Beaker »
 

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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #1 on: March 14, 2013, 01:39:18 PM »
Gday Beaker,

Two wheels and a seat is a good start....

Have a look at the miles, and general condition, have a ride, take a pic or two and post them here for further advice. There may even be some one close to you to come and check your intended purcahse with you and show you what to look for.
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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #2 on: March 14, 2013, 02:50:20 PM »
Check for timing belt replacement for anything near or over the 150,000 mark.

Some have ABS/Traction Control/Linked Brakes from 1996 model onwards; some don't.........not easy to tell if you don't know the bike. Dash warning lights and switch panel on the LH fairing filler panel are the easiest clues to spot.

Side cases are standard and colour matched to the bike.......(I've seen some for sale without the cases)

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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #3 on: March 14, 2013, 03:03:10 PM »
Welcome to the zoo Breaker. (Not another Queenslander) :||||

You'll find good info, jokes, blokes (and Girls) etc here.

The 1100 is a bloody good bike, I had one for about 3 years and loved it.

Ask away mate. There's lots of good oil here and no-one takes the p155  o:)

Take care and good hunting,

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« Reply #4 on: March 14, 2013, 03:31:31 PM »
dont mention oils!
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« Reply #5 on: March 14, 2013, 03:38:37 PM »
Oils..

Who said oils, now there's a slippery subject..  o:)
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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #6 on: March 14, 2013, 04:42:37 PM »
Hi there ST Owners!

I am currently looking to purchase an ST1100 as a "second" bike to keep the boss happy. My current ride is a Suzuki B-King but find it horrible/impossible to pillion on, so decided to look for an "older" tourer, and guess which one seems to have the best reviews for the money spent??

Looking for any kind of advice at what to look out for when purchasing a used ST.

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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #7 on: March 14, 2013, 05:23:42 PM »
Welcome Beaker, enjoy your time on the forum  :beer
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« Reply #8 on: March 14, 2013, 05:33:52 PM »
 Hi Beaker and a Warm Welcome from the Wild West.  :hatwave :runyay
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« Reply #9 on: March 15, 2013, 07:51:39 AM »
 :hatwave Howdy Beaker  :hatwave
Welcome to the "Australian ST Owners Club" I sure you will find a good 1100 or maybe a 1300 they are all great bikes

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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #10 on: March 26, 2013, 03:42:37 PM »
G'day Beaker :hatwave
Welcome to the forum and good luck on the hunt for a ST1100, you wont be disappointed :runyay

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« Reply #11 on: March 26, 2013, 08:54:31 PM »
Welcome On In :)

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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #12 on: March 27, 2013, 07:03:12 AM »
Hi Beaker, and welcome to OzSTOC from SA.
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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #13 on: April 06, 2013, 02:49:40 PM »
G'day Beaker - ANY ST is a good one - so knock yerself out.

Welcome aboard mate and just ask away when you want to know anything ST.

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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #14 on: April 06, 2013, 02:53:22 PM »
Hi Beaker!  Don't know how I missed this thread..  Go by general condition and the feel of the bike.  With age and distance, things like bearings, timing belt, cooling system bits need replacing, just like any other vehicle.
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« Reply #15 on: April 06, 2013, 03:00:34 PM »
Yep guilty here to, sorry I missed this one, welcome aboard!
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« Reply #16 on: April 06, 2013, 06:46:34 PM »
Greetings and salutations.... :beer
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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #17 on: April 06, 2013, 06:55:48 PM »
Welcome Beaker,great club fantastic people. enjoy.  :clap :wht11
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Re: Howdy All!!
« Reply #18 on: April 06, 2013, 07:05:09 PM »
Hi Beaker

Welcome to the garage. You won't find a better bike than the STead..
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