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1000cc engine is a peach, keep an eye on the belts and tensioners, simple to replace. All will have had the clocks replaced a few times due to moisture. Make sure there is documentation to prove the mileage or haggle on price. Pop the heads off and lap the valve seats to check for any problems and the get the valve timing right as variable valve timing sometimes isn't set right.. Oh and get the center stand and comfy seat if you can they are top accessories.
Also lightweight wheels improve the handling immensely.
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Great to hear! I’ve been doing a lot of digging into their foibles and potential issues. Surprisingly very little that requires overly complex work.
I’m looking at the 1100, which seems to have solved some of the prior issues with crank position sensor and starting issues. Also prefer a wet clutch.
Can’t seem to find info on how important that red key is in the grand scheme of things.
Curious question for you. How much ethanol do we have in UK petrol?
Tank expansion seems to be an issue on these.
Chak
I have a wee crush on the 1st gen Multistrada. They're not as hideous as I remember them. Also good for smashing across Europe two up (Hopefully movement won't be made too difficult).
@hugo7 Well worth the rebuild with new seals and all. It's near identical to cycling calipers. I have a vacuum bleeder if you need it.