gsxr 1000 K5/K6

[Chris750]

I am hopefully looking to get a GSXR 1000 k5/k6 for the summer (will keep the 750 for cold/wet).

My previous bike was from a friend so I am new to looking for bikes online then buying from strangers.

I have started keeping an eye open to get an idea of prices v. condition.

When viewing these, is there anything in particular to look for?

Known problems?

What would be considered high mileage?

What sort of money would I be looking to pay privately for a good one?

The prices seems to vary a far bit. I am new to this so am finding it hard to judge whether a bike is priced higher because seller is expecting too much or if it's just a good example.

Likewise the cheaper end of the range, bargain or not? (I have seen people using "mint" in the description only to go on to document scratches or damage that was done during a "low speed spill" by the "previous owner".

I guess the only way of knowing is to go see a few.

How much would you budget for the bike?


Any information regarding these would be gratefully received.

Thanks,


Chris


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Current Rides: GSXR-750 WS, GSXR-1000 K5, KTM EXC 300

[Jane]

Hi I have a K6 Gixa 1000,

Check if the work was done on the recall on the headstock
plus the rectifer is renown for going as mine needs replacing other than that no problems at all.
I have put 26k on my bike and goes like the wind, I love the bike wouldn't part with it.

[Wafer_Thin_Ham]

The major issue with them is the headstock. Check it's had the recall work done.

Check it's not an ex racer.

IIRC the engine's pretty strong. A couple of bikes around with 100k plus miles on them.

Just check it's not been owned by a nutter as they can look tatty quickly if not cared for.
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[J D]

Yeah one of the couriers in London has one with 100k+ on the clock
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m0l0t0v wrote: Chris, just so you know, JD is a nutter

[Fizzer Thou]

My brother has a K5/6 and it is a bit nice.

Have a look see on www.gixerjunkies.com
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[P.]

G has a K6, was a fantastic bike to ride.

Felt heavier to turn than the 750 I'm on now...but aside from that it was great.

Its definitely a go fast without realising machine... I saw some odd speeds on there, felt so stable it was like I was doing 70

[chris-red]

The regulators also go on these, everytime I visit my mechanic and see one in It is always there for the regulator!
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[temeluchus]

I'm waiting for the more retarded/jealous/scaredycat members of the forum to come up with the "600" is all you need gibberish.
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[teoveria]

hi..problem with gsxr1000k6...erase the memory with power commander 3....i need help....thanks

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