Looking at a nice 2008 R3 tour

[DodahMan]

nicest one I have seen thus far but at $7500 it ought to be. Only 7500 miles, like new. Bone stock.

Y'all have any advice as to what I should be looking for?

I may buy this one if it is as advertised.

 

[Prestaged]

I would suggest that if you go to look at the bike, request in advance that the bike not be ridden or started for 24 hours before your arrival. When you arrive, feel around the engine to confirm it is cold, then start it and let it idle. Bring the revs up ever so slightly and listen for the "rattle can" sound that would suggest the can chain tensioner may need attention. If you hear the nose it does not mean there is a big problem, but it may help you get the bike for a better price. You could then dig into this site and find a fix for the tensioner issue. By the way, my '08 R3T had that noise at 12,000 miles. It now has 88,000 on the clock and runs great. If I can resolve an issue like that anyone can. Good luck.

 

[Joesmoe]

Care to share the listing ? Easier to comment that way.

 

[BillyIndiana]

My first recommendation would be get one with ABS

My Second recommendation would be get on with ABS

 

[DodahMan]

I would suggest that if you go to look at the bike, request in advance that the bike not be ridden or started for 24 hours before your arrival. When you arrive, feel around the engine to confirm it is cold, then start it and let it idle. Bring the revs up ever so slightly and listen for the "rattle can" sound that would suggest the can chain tensioner may need attention. If you hear the nose it does not mean there is a big problem, but it may help you get the bike for a better price. You could then dig into this site and find a fix for the tensioner issue. By the way, my '08 R3T had that noise at 12,000 miles. It now has 88,000 on the clock and runs great. If I can resolve an issue like that anyone can. Good luck.

Thanks for the advice. Nicest one I have seen yet.

 

[DodahMan]

Care to share the listing ? Easier to comment that way.

Here is a look.

2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring Midnight Black Low Miles

 

[Fingers]

Also get the last six numbers of the vin and have a Triumph dealer check for any problems.

 

[DodahMan]

My first recommendation would be get one with ABS

My Second recommendation would be get on with ABS

Ok, what year did that option begin?

 

[Fingers]

Some 13's had ABS then from 14 on had them .Would not be a deal killer for me if the bike was really nice.

 

[DodahMan]

I would suggest that if you go to look at the bike, request in advance that the bike not be ridden or started for 24 hours before your arrival. When you arrive, feel around the engine to confirm it is cold, then start it and let it idle. Bring the revs up ever so slightly and listen for the "rattle can" sound that would suggest the can chain tensioner may need attention. If you hear the nose it does not mean there is a big problem, but it may help you get the bike for a better price. You could then dig into this site and find a fix for the tensioner issue. By the way, my '08 R3T had that noise at 12,000 miles. It now has 88,000 on the clock and runs great. If I can resolve an issue like that anyone can. Good luck.

Does your bike have ABS? Last year I tripped to So FL for a 08 R3T like the one I am considering now and the deal was made for $6k. It was a bit lacking with a few issues. I just did not feel right about it so I opted out letting that dealer keep the deposit. A friend said that was a smokin deal but you never know until you ride it and get the feel for it.