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American John
Passes test back in June. Looking at a 2007 xtx 5k miles. Any thing I should look out for before I part with money? I want to be sure this bike will last, entertain, go anywhere include touring and keep me off autotrader for at least a couple of years. Can't wait to get on her been riding a wr125 for 11 months. Sad to see her go in some ways I think I might be over it by the time I get home. Also wandering who commutes on the xt and how far do you go?
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Exciting stuff..
A 5/6 year old bike with 5k miles sounds a rare find. You can tell be the wear and tear on the brake discs/c&s/tyres etc that all's in order. Pics to the forum will help with second opinions if you need them too.
The XT engine has mega mileage built into it as can be seen from the ones that are over the 100k (kms) mark, so there's nothing to worry about there. They're a really simple bike and at 5 years I'd encourage you to grease the head bearings/suspension linkages, check the cush drive rubbers, change all fluids and look for perishing on the tyres as they may be original.
Commuting and ride outs you can go as far as your backside allows you to really and perhaps for longer rides get a taller screen.
Assuming your bike to be is standard than there are more than enough mods to keep you interested in the years ahead.
I've not ridden the X but think the early ones surged a bit so you may want to look into that.
I was in Fowlers, Bristol last week and there was a really really nice blue XTX with gold wheels and almost no miles - I really liked it!
Pic's of the new bike and don't be shy to ask questions as there's a real wealth of knowledge right here..
Good Luck.