S2R 800 12K service how much? Where should I go?

[Labbedds]

Nice write up thanks.  Yeah loaner wise not too worried.  Not going to try to do anything on my own as if I'm going in for the 12K I'd like to have everything given a "one-over".  I know the owner of Desmotosport and couple friends of mine are in pretty tight with him also.  We'll see what happens.  I'll update all on my decision, parts replaced, price etc....

[cloudseeker]

Well, my own 12k cost is going to be a bit higher unfortunately.  Dropped it off at Desmoto today.  As I suspected might be the case, my fuel tank was leaking at the hinge.  ($300 or so to weld).  Also, one of my fork seals is leaking oil.  ($250 or so, don't recall) And, I had one blown exhaust gasket (which explained all the popping on decel).  + the regular 12k stuff.  Looks like I'm out easily over $1000.

[Labbedds]

Yup, gonna need an exhaust gasket also, mine pops like 4th of july on the decel.

[Spidey]

Well, my own 12k cost is going to be a bit higher unfortunately.  Dropped it off at Desmoto today.  As I suspected might be the case, my fuel tank was leaking at the hinge.  ($300 or so to weld).  Also, one of my fork seals is leaking oil.  ($250 or so, don't recall) And, I had one blown exhaust gasket (which explained all the popping on decel).  + the regular 12k stuff.  Looks like I'm out easily over $1000.

The good thing about Desmoto is that they routinely catch other stuff that needs work.  The bad thing about Desmoto is that they routinely catch other stuff that needs work.

[Blake]

+1 for info after you're all said and done w/ the svc.  I have the same bike as you labedds and will be interested to see how you fare after they're done w/ all the work....


Later

[Labbedds]

yeah i'll post up a receipt and the experience after the service

[cloudseeker]

The good thing about Desmoto is that they routinely catch other stuff that needs work.  The bad thing about Desmoto is that they routinely catch other stuff that needs work.

Yeah, seems so - which is good.  I'll be happy to get it all tip-top.

I'd definitely say the same about Nichol's too regarding catching all kinds of stuff and informing you about it.  Sometimes they would just sort of "fix it" if it was minor too.  Like when they realized my rear brake slave cylinder holder thingamajig was cracked --- they took it off and welded the crack, then put it back on.  The only issue with them is that they are in Milpitas really, and not walkable to BART.  Other than that, they were super great - nothing but raves from me.

[Labbedds]

I have a ride so the whole PT doesn't really factor in, I need quality work at a good price.  Time and distance aren't so important.

[sidm]

highly recommend nichols (have had 3 6-k services done there plus a few other odds and ends).  i just picked up my bike from them not too long ago...their shop is like a parking lot right now. 

good news: they know their $h!t and are reasonably priced.  bad news: your bike will stay with them for 2-3 weeks (at least).

[Labbedds]

Then looks like I Should get a lil' riding in over my 1 week break then take it in before school starts again.

[Popeye the Sailor]

I need quality work at a good price.  Time and distance aren't so important.

There are three kinds of jobs-good, quick, and cheap. You can have any two. Good and quick-it won't be cheap, good and cheap-it won't be quick, and quick and cheap-it won't be good. 


I have had good service at nichols, fyi.

[Labbedds]

There are three kinds of jobs-good, quick, and cheap. You can have any two. Good and quick-it won't be cheap, good and cheap-it won't be quick, and quick and cheap-it won't be good. 


I have had good service at nichols, fyi.

[cloudseeker]

Well, my own 12k cost is going to be a bit higher unfortunately.  Dropped it off at Desmoto today.  As I suspected might be the case, my fuel tank was leaking at the hinge.  ($300 or so to weld).  Also, one of my fork seals is leaking oil.  ($250 or so, don't recall) And, I had one blown exhaust gasket (which explained all the popping on decel).  + the regular 12k stuff.  Looks like I'm out easily over $1000.

I just picked mine up.  Out over $1200 given the tank weld and fork seals.  But the good news is that it runs GREAT now.   

[Labbedds]

the popping on decel i found was due to the midpipe not being snug with the header, problem solved.  Still need to take her in, paobably this weekend.

[Cynic]

I just picked mine up.  Out over $1200 given the tank weld and fork seals.  But the good news is that it runs GREAT now.   

OUCH!  well at least she runs good now!!