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Whiteknuckler Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 4 Location : Redding, Ca Points : 4501 Registration date : 2012-08-22
| Subject: 2003 Honda Silverwing Wed Aug 22, 2012 11:40 pm | |
| Hello all
I am looking into picking up a 2003 Honda Silverwing
Owner says it has 7,500 mile on it
Now since it is an 03 what kind on changes has the Silverwing done through over the years to date?
Owner says it has been garaged
But an 03 with 7,500 miles tells me it was not used allot
Was there ABS in '03
What should I look over before buying?
Thanks in advance
Steve |
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"Hi Yo" Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts : 2940 Age : 75 Location : Winnsboro, Texas, U.S.A. Points : 8579 Registration date : 2010-02-17
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Thu Aug 23, 2012 12:46 am | |
| - Whiteknuckler wrote:
What should I look over before buying?
Thanks in advance
Steve Look for the search function at the top of this page and type in "buying". There are several threads on this topic that should give you the information you are seeking. Oh, and welcome to the forum. Best of luck with your purchase. |
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buddy19520 Touring Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 378 Location : Cornelius NC Points : 5813 Registration date : 2010-02-28
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Aug 28, 2012 3:56 pm | |
| Steve,
I bought a 2003 in 2009 that had 3800 miles on it from the original owner. The only concerns that I had regarding age&lack of use were the tires, brake fluid and radiator fluid.
Being cheap, I rode on the tires until they were worn out (around 7200 miles), and waited about 1.5 years to have the fluids replaced. I could not determine any difference with the fresh fluids.
ABS was available in 2003. Few changes have been made through the years. Changes that were made are mostly cosmetic. Don't be surprised if the dashboard rumbles on takeoff - it can be fixed for about $60 (Dr Pulley Sliders or Rollers in a weight lighter than the stock 28 gram size).
These machines are pretty solid. Address the windshield issue, perhaps change the rollers to lighter weight (most cost effective solution is Dr Pulley sliders - Search site for info) and, if you are into a sportier ride, swap out the fork springs. If you like a milder ride and a softer ride, leave them alone (perhaps some thicker oil will help fork - probably 20w) since they are more comfortable. Bottom line, if the machine seems to run okay, it probably is okay. |
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Waspie Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts : 2392 Age : 72 Location : Portland, UK Points : 8169 Registration date : 2009-07-26
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Aug 28, 2012 4:13 pm | |
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masscoot Silver Wing Rider
Number of posts : 438 Location : Central New England Points : 6203 Registration date : 2009-03-24
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Aug 28, 2012 7:58 pm | |
| I you need a list here it is. These are just the basics. The recalls are listed at the bottom. Take your time and don't feel rushed Things to check Notes: Review owners manual Oil condition and level Brake fluid level Brake pad thickness Check tire condition and wear Frt:120/80-14 RR 150/70-13 Check Rims for bends Check all lights and gauges Check Horn Check owners manual for existing maintenance records Start and listen for noises, belt noise? Check forks seals for leaks Check body panels for cracks and blems Check coolant level Check gas tank Check Cables Check seat mechanism, tears Test Ride Steering shake Pull L or R Tire Balance Brake operation / Link braking system working Parking Brake Throttle action Noises/ rattles Shocks/Suspension Recall Main stand Recall rear wheel Recall fuel system work done Recall handlebar work done |
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Whiteknuckler Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 4 Location : Redding, Ca Points : 4501 Registration date : 2012-08-22
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Aug 28, 2012 11:11 pm | |
| I saw a Silverwing today and was impress
Very solid machine
One thing that thru me was the owner said that this scoot had ABS but I noticed no ABS sensor ring near the front or rear brake rotor.
If it does have ABS should there be a sensor ring?
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model28a Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts : 2085 Age : 71 Location : St.Pete.FL. Points : 7579 Registration date : 2010-02-03
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Aug 28, 2012 11:51 pm | |
| Whiteknuckler, yes if it does have ABS there should be a sensor ring. I know the Silverwing I bought two years did not have ABS. And now 35,000 miles later I am as happy as the day I bought it. Yes I would like to have ABS, but if I was looking for a replacement it would not be a deal-breaker if it did not have ABS. |
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Whiteknuckler Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 4 Location : Redding, Ca Points : 4501 Registration date : 2012-08-22
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Wed Aug 29, 2012 12:05 am | |
| Non-ABS would not be a deal breaker
I have a 2007 Suzuki Burgman 650 without ABS
No big deal
The owner in question wants for his Silverwing $3,200.00 and it has 7,800 miles
The NADA site has this bird at $2,700.00 without ABS witch I am sure it does not have as I noticed no sensor ring
There are at least 4 Silverwings on Creiglist in a 200 mile radius and that all match up to NADA except this one.
Thanks for the replies |
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"Hi Yo" Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts : 2940 Age : 75 Location : Winnsboro, Texas, U.S.A. Points : 8579 Registration date : 2010-02-17
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Wed Aug 29, 2012 12:48 am | |
| Maybe the owner confused the linked brake system with ABS or maybe he thought you wouldn't know better. I saw a Silverwing listed on our local Craigslist and the poster said it would go 130 MPH. Maybe he has a speedometer that reads in KPH. |
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Whiteknuckler Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 4 Location : Redding, Ca Points : 4501 Registration date : 2012-08-22
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Wed Aug 29, 2012 1:09 am | |
| Are you telling me that the 2003 Silverwing has a linked braking system?
I did notice the rear brakes had two brake lines for each piston (two) and I think the same for the front |
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"Hi Yo" Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts : 2940 Age : 75 Location : Winnsboro, Texas, U.S.A. Points : 8579 Registration date : 2010-02-17
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Wed Aug 29, 2012 3:19 am | |
| [quote="Whiteknuckler"]Are you telling me that the 2003 Silverwing has a linked braking system?
/quote] I believe the left brake lever activates front and rear brakes and the right lever only the front. It is this way on my 2007. If it's different for the 2003, it won't be the first (or last) time I'm wrong. |
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waterboy Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 25 Location : Carrollton, Tx. (Dallas area) Points : 4542 Registration date : 2012-08-06
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Wed Aug 29, 2012 9:07 am | |
| Hi Yo, I saw that ad, too. I thought, "really, I routinely hear 110 mph, but 130?" I've only had SW a couple of weeks. I don't doubt the 110, but I haven't seen it, yet. WB
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Hi Yo said: Maybe the owner confused the linked brake system with ABS or maybe he thought you wouldn't know better. I saw a Silverwing listed on our local Craigslist and the poster said it would go 130 MPH. Maybe he has a speedometer that reads in KPH.
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Waspie Silver Wing Guru
Number of posts : 2392 Age : 72 Location : Portland, UK Points : 8169 Registration date : 2009-07-26
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Wed Aug 29, 2012 3:57 pm | |
| - waterboy wrote:
- Hi Yo,
I saw that ad, too. I thought, "really, I routinely hear 110 mph, but 130?" I've only had SW a couple of weeks. I don't doubt the 110, but I haven't seen it, yet. WB
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Hi Yo said: Maybe the owner confused the linked brake system with ABS or maybe he thought you wouldn't know better. I saw a Silverwing listed on our local Craigslist and the poster said it would go 130 MPH. Maybe he has a speedometer that reads in KPH.
I have had my Wing against the stops, (120 mph indicated). Only once, it will reach 110 mph indicated and does on occasion when the roads are empty and I'm alone. I seriously don't know how anyone can say the Wing will do 130 mph as the speedo only shows 120 max! Either typo or they are talking kph! |
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BillScooterDude Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 48 Age : 79 Location : Auburn CA Points : 4521 Registration date : 2012-09-22
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Oct 30, 2012 2:55 pm | |
| I was the one who ended up buying this Silver Wing. It is super clean like new, its amazing. It does have a rumble sound coming from the dash. I have it the repair to get the rumble fixed, as it drives me nuts because ots hard to hear the engine.
Otherwise its a great ride and fun. I get many compliments on it.
Bill 9erfan |
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BillScooterDude Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 48 Age : 79 Location : Auburn CA Points : 4521 Registration date : 2012-09-22
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Oct 30, 2012 3:00 pm | |
| I was the one who ended up buying this Silver Wing with 7800 miles on it . It is super clean like new, its amazing. It does have a rumble sound coming from the dash. I have it at the repair shop to get the rumble fixed, as it drives me nuts because its hard to hear the engine. Otherwise its a great ride and fun. I get many compliments on it. Bill 9erfan |
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DarthJ Maxi-Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 195 Age : 50 Location : Hell Paso Points : 5046 Registration date : 2011-09-27
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Oct 30, 2012 8:46 pm | |
| - Waspie wrote:
- waterboy wrote:
- Hi Yo,
I saw that ad, too. I thought, "really, I routinely hear 110 mph, but 130?" I've only had SW a couple of weeks. I don't doubt the 110, but I haven't seen it, yet. WB
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Hi Yo said: Maybe the owner confused the linked brake system with ABS or maybe he thought you wouldn't know better. I saw a Silverwing listed on our local Craigslist and the poster said it would go 130 MPH. Maybe he has a speedometer that reads in KPH.
I have had my Wing against the stops, (120 mph indicated). Only once, it will reach 110 mph indicated and does on occasion when the roads are empty and I'm alone.
I seriously don't know how anyone can say the Wing will do 130 mph as the speedo only shows 120 max! Either typo or they are talking kph! Devil's advocate here, but it could be theoretically possible that they got it off GPS. Doubt it, but just to throw it out there. |
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buddy19520 Touring Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 378 Location : Cornelius NC Points : 5813 Registration date : 2010-02-28
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Mon Nov 05, 2012 9:06 pm | |
| - 9erfan wrote:
- I was the one who ended up buying this Silver Wing with 7800 miles on it . It is super clean like new, its amazing. It does have a rumble sound coming from the dash. I have it at the repair shop to get the rumble fixed, as it drives me nuts because its hard to hear the engine.
Otherwise its a great ride and fun. I get many compliments on it.
Bill 9erfan Congrats on the new ride! Re: the rumble - please see my post above. |
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toolboxjesse Touring Scooter Rider
Number of posts : 330 Age : 51 Location : Atlanta, GA Points : 5376 Registration date : 2011-05-13
| Subject: Re: 2003 Honda Silverwing Tue Nov 06, 2012 9:00 am | |
| Definitely check if the recall have been performed. My local dealer had my '03 for almost a month, and frankly I'm not 100% convinced that they performed all of the procedures before returning it to me.
I bought my 03 4 years ago with 8000 miles and I am now above 30k. It's my daily driver and i love it.
Jesse in Atlanta |
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