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Old Apr 1, 2015 | 06:27 PM
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My local dealer posted this on their Facebook page and I just had to share it. I have never seen this many miles on a bike before. I'm sure the motor has been gone through a time or two but if that bike could talk it would have some great stories!
 
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Old Apr 1, 2015 | 06:46 PM
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Figuring 9 years, that's right at 36K per year.

That's some serious miles!
 
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Old Apr 1, 2015 | 06:52 PM
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I don't think that's a bike that is stored during the winter months
 
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Old Apr 1, 2015 | 06:59 PM
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I wonder if they checked the cam chain tensioners?
 
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Wow. And I thought 20k a year was putting miles on.
 
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What kind of oil do they use and how did they keep up with their gas cap for all those miles. That is some serious riding. I'm getting there.....but it will be a while.
 
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He probably uses recycled lawn mower oil in all 3 holes.
 
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Please try to find some info on it. Like how many rebuilds, what part broke the most, etc. Would be interesting to learn more.
 
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^^^ I'm sure the factory wants the same info.
 
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Please try to find some info on it. Like how many rebuilds, what part broke the most, etc. Would be interesting to learn more.
I will see what I can find out. I would like to know as well.
 
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