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Old Sep 3, 2008 | 07:28 AM
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Originally Posted by skootchnc
welcome to the forum....with just 5k and 9 years.... I'd be concerned about the tires.... and would swap them out... some folks say it isn't needed.... but all you have is those 2 skinny contact patches
Actually, the previous owner had just put on 2 new whitewall tires.
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 04:29 PM
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Old Sep 3, 2008 | 04:59 PM
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Welcome from Apache Junction, Az...A "99" with 5k miles - I agree, like new - Great bike to start with -
As stated, lots of knowledge here - Don't be scared to ask - I know for me, when I use the search engine, I end up answering my original question and more..
 
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welcome,fill it up and ride safe
 
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