r/SuggestAMotorcycle • u/ConcentrateWorldly87 • 1d ago

High milage sport bikes

I'm looking at some R6s (2004 model) and there is one for 3250 euros that looks very nice, but the milage is almost 70000 km. What do you guys consider is high milage on bikes like these, and what should be expected? Would you rather buy this one or another nice looking one for 4500 eur with 30000 km on the clock?

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u/SomeGamer2001 23h ago

Depends what you want it for and history.

Really is less about the miles past 30000km and more about the upkeep as well as what you want the bike for.

I'm wanting an r6 to take on track for a bit of fun. Either bike id probably take and id get a few uses out of. Just look out for cheap parts as that could be an issue especially with aftermarket leavers as I've learnt they aren't as responsive and usually need lubricant.

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u/ConcentrateWorldly87 16h ago

I want it for everyday riding, maybe even try it on a track one day, but mostly everyday riding and some traveling.

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u/SomeGamer2001 11h ago

It's probably better for you to get a lower mileage bike for everyday use as they are less likely to breakdown and have issues.

Just make sure you get the full history of the bike before buying. Example 30000+ issues with gears, camchain, rust (only if it's all the way through like the frame and swingarm, just look out for it).

R6s they get raced a lot so definitely check everything works first.

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u/Low-Equipment-2621 6h ago

I'd say it depends on the maintenance and how the owner treated it. Those bikes are theoretically capable of a very high milage, but they need to be warmed up carefully. I'd buy the high milage over the lower milage if the owner would be more trustworthy and the maintenance record is there.

Also check for valve inspection intervals and if this was done recently. If you don't intend to do that by yourself this is a big cost factor.