Big Man Little Bike - Page 2

alantf · 04-01-2014, 04:33 AM

The thing to watch on the GZ is the carb. Make sure you add some carb cleaner to the fuel every three or four fill ups. A gunged up carb seems to be the most common fault on this bike. Also. don't forget, when switching off the engine, to not turn the key all the way to the left. This locks the steering but puts the rear light on. The correct position is one click before full left. To lock the steering but without tail light. You might also get a spray can of contact cleaner, and spray it into the red cut out switch, the clutch safety switch, and the side stand safety switch, as these frequently jam up.

grasshopper · 04-01-2014, 08:49 AM

Post up some pics of your new ride. Congrats!

Enjoy it and ride safe!

gtfoss1986 · 04-01-2014, 09:18 PM

It has 2343 miles on it. As far as service it was purchased through a dealership and well maintained. Thanks for carb cleaner tip any recommendations on brand names? I work at a store that can get chemicals and tools so hopefully a brand I have in stock. I will get you guys some pics when its nice out and you can see it shine. I will be using the forums also to learn all I can about this wonderful fun machine.

mole2 · 04-02-2014, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by gtfoss1986

It has 2343 miles on it. As far as service it was purchased through a dealership and well maintained. Thanks for carb cleaner tip any recommendations on brand names? I work at a store that can get chemicals and tools so hopefully a brand I have in stock. I will get you guys some pics when its nice out and you can see it shine. I will be using the forums also to learn all I can about this wonderful fun machine.

I use Seafoam. I also put Stabil in whenever I fill up. I do that with all my engines.

gtfoss1986 · 04-05-2014, 09:33 PM

So I had the down payment and rode the bike the dealership has been slow. In the meantime I got the chance to test drive a 2001 gz250 with 5483 miles on it. The bike is in wonderful condition a little rust on the chain but overall nice bike for 1400. I will let you guys answer this. Am I better to wait for the dealer to get me a loan for a 2009 with 2400 miles on it for $2,400 or am I better to pay this guy 1,400 it comes with saddle bags windshield and battery tender. The guy sounds good and trustworthy he said he put his two kids through on it and thre last one is wanting to upgrade? How much to get this thing looked at by a mechanic? Also I'm afraid now if I go this route the local dealership will screw me with service and future purchases. Thanks guys I appreciate the help and comments.

Water Warrior 2 · 04-06-2014, 12:03 AM

I can't tell you which bike to buy but..............If this is your first bike you don't want to spend a lot on it and then drop it a couple times. And you will more than likely. It happens to all of us. If you get the cheaper bike you will have more funds to do any maintenance and needed parts. Both bikes will need new tires, that is a fact if they both have the original rubber on them. Any tire over 5 years is due for replacement even with lots of tread. The 2001 will likely need a valve check/adjust. The 2009 will need one by the end of the season if not sooner. See where I'm going with this?

I was in the same situation with the latest purchase and opted for an older bike(1983)or a 2004 with minimal miles on it. Both would have needed at least $1000 spent on renewing tires, fluids, general maintenance and assorted stuff. I saved myself a lot of cash with the older bike and feel fine with a bike that is more than old enough to vote. Besides I get to tinker for a few weeks to get it to fit right and be mine.

gtfoss1986 · 04-06-2014, 08:15 AM

I was leaning towards that direction. I was planning on 500 dollar mechanic look over. I downloaded shop and owners manual. But that will take time And I want to make sure it is good operating condition initially. I will however work on my own motorcycle because I know that is the best way to learn all about. Sooooooooooo. I'll be grabbing it today and I will upload the photos. Can't wait for 11am central time. Thanks again guys.

gtfoss1986 · 04-06-2014, 04:43 PM

Well its a 2001 with 5234 miles only one owner. Please see pics

gtfoss1986 · 04-06-2014, 04:47 PM

More pics

raul10141964 · 04-06-2014, 06:23 PM

It's like my same year and color

04-01-2014, 04:33 AM	#11
alantf Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tenerife (Spain) Posts: 3,719	The thing to watch on the GZ is the carb. Make sure you add some carb cleaner to the fuel every three or four fill ups. A gunged up carb seems to be the most common fault on this bike. Also. don't forget, when switching off the engine, to not turn the key all the way to the left. This locks the steering but puts the rear light on. The correct position is one click before full left. To lock the steering but without tail light. You might also get a spray can of contact cleaner, and spray it into the red cut out switch, the clutch safety switch, and the side stand safety switch, as these frequently jam up. __________________ By birth an Englishman, by the grace of God a Yorkshireman. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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04-01-2014, 08:49 AM	#12
grasshopper Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: manning, sc Posts: 484	Post up some pics of your new ride. Congrats! Enjoy it and ride safe! __________________ 1994 Honda Magna VF750C 1996 Honda Magna VF750C 2001 Suzuki gz250(sold) http://youtu.be/KIS9Hzv--f0 https://youtu.be/fvmTNllcQOQ
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04-01-2014, 09:18 PM	#13
gtfoss1986 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 16	Thanks It has 2343 miles on it. As far as service it was purchased through a dealership and well maintained. Thanks for carb cleaner tip any recommendations on brand names? I work at a store that can get chemicals and tools so hopefully a brand I have in stock. I will get you guys some pics when its nice out and you can see it shine. I will be using the forums also to learn all I can about this wonderful fun machine. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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04-05-2014, 09:33 PM	#15
gtfoss1986 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 16	Dealership So I had the down payment and rode the bike the dealership has been slow. In the meantime I got the chance to test drive a 2001 gz250 with 5483 miles on it. The bike is in wonderful condition a little rust on the chain but overall nice bike for 1400. I will let you guys answer this. Am I better to wait for the dealer to get me a loan for a 2009 with 2400 miles on it for $2,400 or am I better to pay this guy 1,400 it comes with saddle bags windshield and battery tender. The guy sounds good and trustworthy he said he put his two kids through on it and thre last one is wanting to upgrade? How much to get this thing looked at by a mechanic? Also I'm afraid now if I go this route the local dealership will screw me with service and future purchases. Thanks guys I appreciate the help and comments. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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04-06-2014, 08:15 AM	#17
gtfoss1986 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Posts: 16	thanks ww I was leaning towards that direction. I was planning on 500 dollar mechanic look over. I downloaded shop and owners manual. But that will take time And I want to make sure it is good operating condition initially. I will however work on my own motorcycle because I know that is the best way to learn all about. Sooooooooooo. I'll be grabbing it today and I will upload the photos. Can't wait for 11am central time. Thanks again guys.
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04-06-2014, 12:03 AM	#16
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	I can't tell you which bike to buy but..............If this is your first bike you don't want to spend a lot on it and then drop it a couple times. And you will more than likely. It happens to all of us. If you get the cheaper bike you will have more funds to do any maintenance and needed parts. Both bikes will need new tires, that is a fact if they both have the original rubber on them. Any tire over 5 years is due for replacement even with lots of tread. The 2001 will likely need a valve check/adjust. The 2009 will need one by the end of the season if not sooner. See where I'm going with this? I was in the same situation with the latest purchase and opted for an older bike(1983)or a 2004 with minimal miles on it. Both would have needed at least $1000 spent on renewing tires, fluids, general maintenance and assorted stuff. I saved myself a lot of cash with the older bike and feel fine with a bike that is more than old enough to vote. Besides I get to tinker for a few weeks to get it to fit right and be mine.
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04-06-2014, 06:23 PM	#20
raul10141964 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Elkhart, Indiana Posts: 369	It's like my same year and color
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