been away from two wheelers for several years. looking for what one would call a start over bike. your thoughts on, 1997 Honda Shadow - ONLY 10K Miles - $2000 one owner bike never been down. What might be some questions I should ask the owner? -- Richard Ator Natty Flatt USA Always remember before you can become old and wise you must be young and stupid. I'm stuck somewhere in between.
Richard, Go to this websight http://www.clarity.net/~adam/buying-bike.html and study it real good. It is your guide to everything you ever want to know about buying a used bike. Good Luck, Redshad
The Shadow is good bike to get back into riding. It's light, versatile and doesn't cost much. I'll agree to having it inspected if you can find someone that'll do it in a reasonable time frame. Not much really goes wrong with Honda's. The gears 'clunk' fairly loud so be prepared for that; it doesn't mean anything is wrong. It's a Honda thing. I think you'd enjoy it.
