2005 Monster 1000S. Should I?

[SteveO.]

I've got a 2011 796 but saw a 2005 1000S come up for sale.  Appears to be in good shape and was well maintained.  Essentially stock, 30000KMs (19000 miles), mostly highway from what the ad states.  What's a fair price?  Any known issues with this year and model or things I should be leery of?  I'm not familiar with the older Monsters at all and I'm not sure if this is a good bike or something I should pass on. 

Asking price is $6500, which I think is high, although very much area dependent.  I'm going to do some more research in to fair market value after I hear some more opinions on the bike itself.

Thanks for the help!

[Travman]

I bought mine a few years ago. It had a few mods including Ohlins internals in the front forks, Penske rear shock, PCIII, and Termi slip-ons. It looked OK cosmetically, but it was definitely a rider with lots of little nicks. It had around 12,000 miles. Paid $5,500 for it.

[Pedro-bot]

Price likely reflects market price in your area.

Which part of the world are you in?
You listed miles in km, makes me think somewhere other than the U.S.A.

[SteveO.]

I'm in Alberta (Canada).  I can do some local research as far as price goes but I'd really like to know what I should be looking for on the bike to determine whether it's a decent bike or not.  What kind of issues should I expect with a bike this age/mileage and whether you guys suggest that bike or is there a reason to avoid that model or vintage of 1000S?  Thanks again! ....Steve

[Pedro-bot]

It's the Dual Spark (DS) motor, 2 spark plugs per cylinder.

I've never heard of any significant issues with these motors. On the contrary, it's a very popular motor with enthusiasts.

Price seems a bit high though, but I'm thinking in terms of U.S. prices.

[Greg]

I've got a 2011 796 but saw a 2005 1000S come up for sale.  Appears to be in good shape and was well maintained.  Essentially stock, 30000KMs (19000 miles), mostly highway from what the ad states.  What's a fair price?  Any known issues with this year and model or things I should be leery of?  I'm not familiar with the older Monsters at all and I'm not sure if this is a good bike or something I should pass on. 

Asking price is $6500, which I think is high, although very much area dependent.  I'm going to do some more research in to fair market value after I hear some more opinions on the bike itself.

Thanks for the help!

$6,500 sounds way high. I've been (half-heartedly) trying to get rid of my 06 S2R-1000 and have not received any interest for even $5,700 and it has around $4,000 of aftermarket parts on it.

[Pedro-bot]

$6,500 sounds way high. I've been (half-heartedly) trying to get rid of my 06 S2R-1000 and have not received any interest for even $5,700 and it has around $4,000 of aftermarket parts on it.

Greg, thought you sold that bike long ago.

I remember you posting a new bike was on order. What did you get?

[hbliam]

Price is way high.

[SteveO.]

The market here is very different than in the US, so I'll worry about the price.

I'm interested in knowing what I should be looking at on the bike. Is it likely going to need a major overhaul given the mileage?  Is there going to be a noticeable power gain over a 2011 796?  What are the common issues with the 2005 1100S, and if you had your choice of bike for a combination of city and highway riding, would this bike be on the list?  Thanks.

[hbliam]

The market here is very different than in the US, so I'll worry about the price.

You asked.

And that's a lot of miles. It should have had a major service at 12K and another service at 18K.

[ducpainter]

He's in Canada...it's 19K km...not miles.

If the bike has had it's services and looks good, the only concern in my mind is valve guides.

Is it a DS motor? The early one's had valve guide concerns.

[hbliam]

He's in Canada...it's 19K km...not miles.

If the bike has had it's services and looks good, the only concern in my mind is valve guides.

Is it a DS motor? The early one's had valve guide concerns.

Re-read the first post.

[SteveO.]

He's in Canada...it's 19K km...not miles.

If the bike has had it's services and looks good, the only concern in my mind is valve guides.

Is it a DS motor? The early one's had valve guide concerns.

It's 30 000 km or 19 000 miles and I'm pretty sure the 1100s in 05 is a DS motor, from what I've read elsewhere.  Past that though, I don't know much about those bikes. I don't want to buy a headache though, especially if it's not a better bike than my 796. Thanks. ....Steve

[Pedro-bot]

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and if you had your choice of bike for a combination of city and highway riding, would this bike be on the list?  Thanks.

No.

I would look for an ST3 or uglystrada

[ducpainter]

Re-read the first post.

OOPs...I misread it.

It's 30 000 km or 19 000 miles and I'm pretty sure the 1100s in 05 is a DS motor, from what I've read elsewhere.  Past that though, I don't know much about those bikes. I don't want to buy a headache though, especially if it's not a better bike than my 796. Thanks. ....Steve

I'd say it's a better bike than a 796. It has better suspension, more power. and IMO better styling.

I'm not saying it would necessarily be a headache. There are just some issues to be aware of.