The good The bad and The ugly about the '01 CR125?

[Pit_Monkey]

im looking to buy a 2001 cr 125. i looked at a few already and one was clean the other was good for nothing. what are some common things to look for that could be wrong with the 01 cr 125? thanks for the tips;)

 

[yzeater]

First, just some basic things to check for on used bikes. Look for bent rims, bent pipes, make sure the bike is clean behind the engine. In particular on the 01's, make sure that the rad. shrouds haven't rubbed a cut into the frame. They're good bikes. G:) :) d luck!

 

[The Honda Pilot]

I have one forsale rite now. There is nothing really to look for on this model that sticks out different than the other model of bikes...its a great bike and alot can be done to it to make it feel even better. You just want to look at the normal things of how well the did the maint. Some of the parts they have put on it. I remember last year when I sold my 00 yz 125 the guy asked me to take off the ignition cover he bent down and grabbed the magneto or whatever its called and shook it up and down to see if it had any side to side play which would mean the crank needs to be changed which would be a big $$ replacement part. He then checked the suspension for to much sag or play in it and if it had any oil leaks. He checked the air filter and thats about it. I mean you just gotta look at it with your eye if you find a bike that looks clean and well kept a very solid bike that is one to go for. One which has duct tape on the seat and has rusted pipe or scratched all over means it prolly was taken a beating .

 

[KawieKX125]

Pit monkey, your gut will tell you if a bike is good or bad.
Just check all the chassis bearings for play, check the brake pads, the spokes, the tires, etc.
Go over the whole bike.
From what I can see, you seem to have more than enough mechanical aptitude to be able to inspect a bike.
Eric Gorr's book also has a great section about used bikes and since I learned his method of inspecting them, I have not bought one bad used bike. It is a very worthwile investment IMO if you dont already have it.

 

[Pit_Monkey]

the seller raced the bike last season pro independant and did two nationals. he had his old mechanic (currently dowdy's mech.) wrenching on the bike for him. he said that he likes his bikes perfect since hes used to it when he was riding for team green and then mhr. the bike was deff very clean and appeared to be in excellent shape. the jetting was crisp and overall the bike sounded really clean. the bike has a very solid feel and has no parts missing or broken. i didnt get into the tearing down the bike aspect yet. since im looking at other bikes as well. the bike is mostly stock which i really like. there has been no engine mods except the '95 cr 125 head instead of the '01. the pipe wheels bars frame and pegs are all in great shape. ill check the shrouds to make sure they havent cut the frame. the only thing i can think of that the bike had wrong with it and kind of conserned me was the left radiator.the tab on the bottom is bent and one row is squished but the radiator doesnt leak at all unless there was no fluid in there to begin with. but i doubt it. thanks for the help. anything els you can think of? i'd love to know.;)

 

[KawieKX125]

Pit Monkey-
The rad is no problem, they are really easily bent in a minor fall.
Dont shy away from bikes that are modified. The important thinkg is not how they were ridden, or what is done to them, but their condition.
Just inspect the bike fully, check the air filter, look at the oil to see if it has water in it, inspect all the wheel bearings and make sure the bike is documented.
Hope that helps.

 

[motometal]

I don't want to get into a big debate here about "to buy or not to buy" an A rider or pros bike.

but let's just say that some of us would suggest staying away from a bike like that, particularly a 125.

I would much rather see you get into a fairly stock bike with low hours. don't fixate on things like plastic too much...plastic is cheap, it's the mechanicals that matter, some of which you can't see (like crank bearings).

sounds like the pro's bike you are looking at had good maintenance, and parts were replaced as needed...just keep in mind that it has seen way more high revs and short landings on 80 foot triples than the average bike, and this takes its toll on things.

good luck, and let us know how you come out!

 

[Pit_Monkey]

I would much rather see you get into a fairly stock bike with low hours. don't fixate on things like plastic too much...plastic is cheap, it's the mechanicals that matter, some of which you can't see (like crank bearings).

i dont worry about things like graphics or plastics. when i start practicing next summer to race im gonna put a lot of pain on the bike and a lot of hours. the graphics and plastics will get ruined anyway. the radiator is no big deal i was just pointing out the good and bad points of the bike. like i said if i take a sec look at the bike then ill check the crank and airfilter etc. i checked the wheel and linkage bearings already and they were all good.when i asked about crashes he said he never crashed hard and most of the hours on the bike were from the practice days at rockyhill prcatice track.he told me that the top ends were done prematurely and that it could use one soon. the clutch was done after the second national. and it probably wont need one for atleast a year. the bike looks quite clean. he could have done a little better job cleaning it. but it was still the best bike ive seen yet. :)

 

[KawieKX125]

What is this guys bike #? If he regularly rides at Rocky Hil, I have probably seen him ride and may have an idea if he beats the crap out of his bikes.

 

[Tom125]

00 CR 125

Sounds like Wally Silvas old bike My sons friend has 00 CR 125 for sale
this bike is mint not even scratches on the rims all stock except PC pipe
and skin graphics very low hours. If interested e-mail me your name and
# and Ill have him call you. If just startin better off with a stocker with
cleaned up jetting than something really modified. Good luck

Tom crudzinski@snet.net

 

[Pit_Monkey]

i think the # was 715. but im not positive. his name is ben if this helps. as far as the reason why i want a bike with a stock motor, this is because i want to curve the power to my likeing not have to adjust to the way someone else likes it. also i dont know who did the work. if i get it done i know who is doing it. also i know the specs of the engine. therefore i dont have to do guess and check with top ends porting work and adjusted ignition. also i will know the jetting so i can change it with out having to first tear it apart and check it to see what it is and then make changes. another thing about modified motors is they are usually, and i say this very lightly are usually unreliable. meaning that if the bike has all kinds of mods then ill be replacing and fixing parts more frequently and also if the jetting isnt spot on then the bike will run like crap.

tom, im not just starting and im not a beginner, i just prefer a stock bike since it will be cheaper and will be easier to personalize. my # is 860 678 9364. and my name is charlie. where is he located and how much is he asking just so i know ahead of time. thanks.;)

 

[Pit_Monkey]

i double checked on the # and its 158. mhr graphics. what should i look for when i test ride a bike. like what are some good things so keep in mind while putting around in a parking lot. also is it too much to ask for the person to take the bike somewhere other than the parkinglot behind a bike shop. say like some thing that i can open the bike up in. like a dirt lot or a field. this si what my dad was saying but i feel bad riding a bike that isnt mine and putting hrs on it if i dont know the kid. ya know like my dad was like have him take you to the pits up the road and try the bike and i was like he wont do that and my dad said he will if he wants to make a sale. what do you guys think about this. also im selling my bike so anyone interested email me. you can give my # out to ppl interested i listed it above. im wondering one thing tho. my bike has tons of extra stuff. like handguards and an oversized tank and a billet ignition cover and other stuff. im asking 3150 but havent had any replys. i can sell most of the after market stuff on ebay and get a good amount of money but i would get much less. say 2600. i need to sell it immediatly and am very negotiable on the price as i cant buy a new bike before i sell this one. so what do you guys think would be the easier way to sell it. like which way will sell faster. either way i have to come up with 3000. so if i sell 400 worth of extras and ask 2600 or i ask 3150 and sell for 3000 i get 300 either way but i need the money asap. any help or feedback is greatly appritiated. thanks;)

 

[KawieKX125]

Ride it, get it wide open, test the throttle response, etc.
Also get into second gear, drag the brake, then accelerate. If the engine revs alot, the clutch is slipping and is shot.
Hope that helps.

 

[Pit_Monkey]

yes it helps a lot thanks.

 

[The Honda Pilot]

IMO I would think that a pro racing a few nationals would have a bike in top shape..they bike would probebly be better than new with motor mods, suspension mods and all jetting and any other type of problem worked out.

 

[Pit_Monkey]

honda pilot. this si exactly how i feel. except for the motor mods. i really dont want motor mods as i would rather do them my self or well atleast have them done. that way i know who did them and what was done. also i can create a power curve i like. but i do want the suspesion done up .;)