Got offered a 2009 GS500 as a trade on FBM for a $700 PC I was selling. Has 13k miles, clean title and matching VIN. I have some small engine experiance (I own a 1998 Seadoo SPX jetski, been working on that with a friend helping me), and have basic tools (a good socket set, and hand tools like pliers, vice grips, some box wrenches, plastic razors, etc). I could borrow a more powerful tool from a friend if I really need to, or buy it myself.
Some info he sent me: The previous owner more than likely has dropped it as a scratches on both sides, the carbs would have to be synced, and it would need a new rear tire, I plan on doing both, but I’m really either trying to get a PC or a different bike. The bars are good, I'm the one who put them on, and it does not steer uneven.
I asked about the carb sync and he said "you can hear it", and "Idles smooth and and there isn’t too much vibration besides the type you get from having a combustion engine between your legs, but nothing excessive". Based on a quick search it does not seem hard to do a carb sync, but it is possible the carbs need to be rebuilt/cleaned."
I attached one video of the bike running, will comment with some photos, and will update when he sends over the close ups of the "scratches on both sides".
I'm mainly wondering about value, can i rip it around for a bit, then sell in the spring/summer for $1000+? What would be the value on it? How much $$ do you think I'd have to put into it? Id have to bring it to a shop for the tire to be installed and balanced.
Thanks so much in advance.