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20,000 Miles, Should I Be Worried?

7.7K views 38 replies 20 participants last post by  walks35  
44K miles here and only issue was the clutch cable. I wouldn't be without a tire patch kit and a Sav-ur-ride cable. Otherwise, what they all said.
 
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At around 43K miles I did my cams. Had some oil and since the bike was down, decided to let Noe go ahead and do the forks, too. No leaks or other issues, so he recommended he clean them, seals and all and take them down completely to do so. Great job, took care of a little wiggle I was having (it wasn't much, just annoying). In this case, no seals needed, but fresh fluid must have been called for.
 
I know I can really feel the difference. It was not a bad ride before but now it's like riding a cloud again. I'd forgot how they feel new. Plus it has fresh tires so it's even more comfy.
While I got you here, you think you will make AR. in Sept?
 
Yes to that! To me, knowledge gained from experience is one of the most valuable commodities. That kind of experience that can look ahead and prevent an issue from becoming a problem by making a simple recommendation and fix. In your case, @Known1 , you'll spend a bit but you'll save more because it didn't get worse. Maybe even saved a life. Who knows?
You expressed my thoughts exactly about being where we are in such close proximity to one of the great Victory mechanics in the country. It is a rare privilege and I need to take advantage and at the same time support the shop with my business. If these guys can't make money, they can't hang around. Thanks for the input.