MysteryB
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I am very tempted to try and source a HP2,
What things should I be looking out for with this model?
Thanks
What things should I be looking out for with this model?
Thanks
Very tempted by the HP2
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A big wad of cash
MysteryB
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finding one seems hard enough, usual stuff find the thread on HP2's on here and the faults are pretty obvious. Try to get one that's been upgraded if you can....
and keep doing overtime everytime you fall off or drop it it'll cost money....
on the plus side they're splendid fun....
and keep doing overtime everytime you fall off or drop it it'll cost money....
on the plus side they're splendid fun....
I'm assuming you mean the Enduro...
If so, the thing that is most likely to fail are the forks - the coating goes on the legs, leading to the seals failing. To check them, you need to get the front end of the ground and look for any play in the legs. While you're there - this is a good time to check the headstock bearings too.
Being a 12 based bike, the final drive can also be prone to failure so check that for play.
It's a big bike, with a powerful engine so if it's got lots of miles and has been used a lot off road, then the clutch could be worn too...
But the HP is a tremendous and addictive bike - if you love it like so many others do, you find the money to take of these things
Out of interest, what kind of thing are you looking to use the HP for?
If so, the thing that is most likely to fail are the forks - the coating goes on the legs, leading to the seals failing. To check them, you need to get the front end of the ground and look for any play in the legs. While you're there - this is a good time to check the headstock bearings too.
Being a 12 based bike, the final drive can also be prone to failure so check that for play.
It's a big bike, with a powerful engine so if it's got lots of miles and has been used a lot off road, then the clutch could be worn too...
But the HP is a tremendous and addictive bike - if you love it like so many others do, you find the money to take of these things
Out of interest, what kind of thing are you looking to use the HP for?
MysteryB
Registered user
I'm assuming you mean the Enduro...
If so, the thing that is most likely to fail are the forks - the coating goes on the legs, leading to the seals failing. To check them, you need to get the front end of the ground and look for any play in the legs. While you're there - this is a good time to check the headstock bearings too.
Being a 12 based bike, the final drive can also be prone to failure so check that for play.
It's a big bike, with a powerful engine so if it's got lots of miles and has been used a lot off road, then the clutch could be worn too...
But the HP is a tremendous and addictive bike - if you love it like so many others do, you find the money to take of these things
Out of interest, what kind of thing are you looking to use the HP for?
Correct its the enduro I am after.
A bit of everything really from going to work when the mood takes me to normal rides out and some off road work aswell.
Just really like the look of the bike and understand it may not be the most pratical of machines but I think it will be a lot of fun...
Cool!
In terms of use, that is exactly what I bought mine for and had a great time! Commuted, toured 2 up and did my best to abuse it off-road as much as possible!
MysteryB
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SkyGod
What Tyre pressure you running
I would recommend that you upgrade your knackers. The bike demands it
Tempted eh? I'm still tempted by it after over 4 years of ownership
I'm on my fourth or fifth set of forks - they develop wear as stated, but I've never had problems with the seals.
I've had new bearings in my rear drive, and it has had a few leaky seals (cured since using newly recommended fill of 180ml).
So just the usual problems so far.
This thread might interest you:
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=189919
See you out on the trails some time
I'm on my fourth or fifth set of forks - they develop wear as stated, but I've never had problems with the seals.
I've had new bearings in my rear drive, and it has had a few leaky seals (cured since using newly recommended fill of 180ml).
So just the usual problems so far.
This thread might interest you:
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=189919
See you out on the trails some time
I still have mine and have no intention of selling it!
I had my forks rebuild to put both cartridges in both legs - they lasted 19,000 miles without being serviced until the legs needed recoating - so full strip down and recoating cost 400 pounds.
I've had a FD go - replaced under warranty.
Starter motor went - but given the dunkings it's taken, I'm not that surprised
So, yes - it has cost money... but how many bikes can you do this on:
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MysteryB
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Tempted eh? I'm still tempted by it after over 4 years of ownership
I'm on my fourth or fifth set of forks - they develop wear as stated, but I've never had problems with the seals.
I've had new bearings in my rear drive, and it has had a few leaky seals (cured since using newly recommended fill of 180ml).
So just the usual problems so far.
This thread might interest you:
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=189919
See you out on the trails some time
Thanks for the link to the other thread very interesting
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