2009 Spyder with 1000 miles...

[ZootieBrew]

I plan on buying a 2009 Spyder with only 1000 miles this week from a private seller. It's garage kept - single owner - obviously never ridden. All service, including annual battery replacement has been done by a reputable dealer. What are some things I should look for with that year - and a bike that has been sitting unridden for so long?

[CopperSpyder]

Ok let me start. its not a good thing. I would not want to buy it. Its been sitting too long sounds like trouble. Tires, Brake fluid, dry engine seals all kinds of things. But that is what I think so that is not important. Its what you think and if they can insure you that the bike is still ok and runs fine is what matters. Good luck in your search for a Spyder, I wish you all the best.

[Mikey]

Depends on how it was put to bed! Seals and gaskets , bearings could be a issue!! Hope your buying it RIGHT, and your working on it yourself!!! Good Luck!!

[ZootieBrew]

Ok let me start. its not a good thing. I would not want to buy it. Its been sitting too long sounds like trouble. Tires, Brake fluid, dry engine seals all kinds of things. But that is what I think so that is not important. Its what you think and if they can insure you that the bike is still ok and runs fine is what matters. Good luck in your search for a Spyder, I wish you all the best.

Yeah - thats my concerns exactly.

[ZootieBrew]

Depends on how it was put to bed! Seals and gaskets , bearings could be a issue!! Hope your buying it RIGHT, and your working on it yourself!!! Good Luck!!

I really dont want to work on it - just want something I can get out and ride on the weekends. I'm getting a hell of a deal on it, but youre right.. all of those things could be an issue.

[Grandpot]

Annual battery replacement? I'd ask the seller to clarify that statement. Batteries should last at least 4 years.

[fatboy]

not when they just sit

[JayBros]

Such a deal??? Caveat emptor! Not something I toss my shekels at.

[larryd]

I know the 2008 had a DPS recall, complete power steering replacement units... not sure if it included 2009????

[Trbayth]

I wouldn't do it. It sounds like a good deal but since you said you don't want to work on it yourself you could potentially spend a ton of money bringing it up to snuff.

If you want something to just get out and ride on weekends best to look for a 2014 or newer from someone upgrading to a 2020 (or 2021.)

[hillrad]

I really dont want to work on it - just want something I can get out and ride on the weekends. I'm getting a hell of a deal on it, but youre right.. all of those things could be an issue.

The "I really dont want to work on it" may preclude you from owning any Spyder. Unless your pockets are deep, a Spyder will occasionally require intermediate mechanical skills.

[Plarimer]

I basically bought the same type of Spyder, only mine was a 2016 with very few miles. I paid a local dealer close to $500 to go from front to rear and change all the fluids. I am very happy with the results. The only thing weird about it is I found as did the dealer a few acorns in the body. So they thoroughly checked all the wiring and anything else the critters could’ve eaten. I’m very happy that I have a great trike with a great build help.

[gkamer]

I'd be leery of buying a 12 year old car that was only driven an average of 83 miles a year, even if it was by an old lady who only drove it to church on Sunday, never mind a Spyder that's well out of warranty and are notoriously expensive to repair. You could be getting a great deal on a bottomless money pit. But considering this post was originally posted in July of 2020, I 'd be inclined the think the whole matter is moot at this point.

[gkamer]

Annual battery replacement? I'd ask the seller to clarify that statement. Batteries should last at least 4 years.

I wonder why they needed to replace the battery every year when they only rode it like 83 miles in the year?

[ARtraveler]

I am also with the rest of the group. You will need a complete fluid change over. Oil, transmission, coolant, brake fluid. Tires should be replaced every four years or so. They may look new, but dry rot has kicked in for sure. It will need a new battery for sure.

Hope the gasoline has not turned to varnish.

Used 2008, 2009 are going for 4,000 ish. I would not pay over that if you decide on jumping in.

A final note, the twin cylinder engine has been discontinued for awhile now. Parts availability is also going to be interesting.

Being NOT mechanically inclined...I would not buy the unit.

Good luck with your purchase.

[cptjam]

Depending on how much, it might work out. I’d go for it, but I work on them.

[AVBIZ]

Old Post.....

[ARtraveler]

Old Post.....

Yup!

[BajaRon]

Annual battery replacement? I'd ask the seller to clarify that statement. Batteries should last at least 4 years.

I agree. That seems like a great waste of money. But who knows. If you don't do any maintenance on the machine at all. You can end up throwing a lot of money at it.

[CANUSASwede]

I really dont want to work on it - just want something I can get out and ride on the weekends.

This is definitely NOT the Spider for you

[Woodaddict]

op's last appearance on here was 7-29-20, so didn't care to check back in much after making post on 7-27

[BajaRon]

op's last appearance on here was 7-29-20, so didn't care to check back in much after making post on 7-27

Sometimes it's more about the question than it is about the questioner. I wonder how this went for them.

[ARtraveler]

My guess, most likely a no go. There was a lot of things to think about on that one.

[AVBIZ]

All dependent on its past and current maintenance regimen- my 48 yr old Honda is out on the road every weekend.

[ARtraveler]

All dependent on its past and current maintenance regimen- my 48 yr old Honda is out on the road every weekend.

I had one of those. A great bike. Red/White was the color.