*** Interested parties should note, this vehicle was subject to a CAT N insurance loss in 09/2019 ***

Highlights

Highly regarded roadgoing Dakar-style bike
Stored in a heated, dehumidified garage
Top end rebuild with new piston rings at approximately 25,827 miles
Recent maintenance including front brake caliper rebuild and oil filter change
MOT valid until March 2027 with no advisories

The Appeal

Only built for three years from 2003 to 2006, the 950 Adventure, as the name suggests, was essentially a Dakar rally bike with a road licence. Long-travel suspension, a tall seat and a complete absence of nannying aids make these capable and highly regarded machines.

This 2004 example has covered 38,682 miles and was bought by the current keeper in 2021. Since then it has been stored in a heated, dehumidified garage. A number of thoughtful modifications have been carried out to reduce weight and improve the riding experience, including a 2-into-1 exhaust, single front disc conversion, uprated fork springs, and an Oberon slave clutch. Touring-oriented additions such as heated grips, a Garmin sat nav, top box, and a lowered, sculpted seat make it a practical companion for long distances. The vendor states the bike is in very good condition for the year with no obvious problems. With an advisory-free MOT valid until March 2027, it is ready for your next adventure.

The vendor says:

“Bike is currently fitted with road tyres and, with the firmer K-Tech fork springs, makes a fantastic touring bike. Rear shock responds to adjustment as required. With the comfortable seat and decent screen, it cruises really well but can also get a real hustle on as the suspension is top quality.”

Key Information

Mileage: 38,682 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 18th March 2027 with no advisories
Technical specs: 942cc V-twin, six-speed manual
Paperwork: invoices, V5C, handbooks

Recent maintenance advised by seller:

04/26 - oil filter change
08/25 - front brake caliper rebuilt with new seals
01/24 - new F disc
05/19 - K-Tech 6.0N forks springs fitted
07/17 - top end rebuild and new piston rings at 25,827 miles

The Detail

Recent maintenance summarised above including top end engine rebuild
Well specified as detailed above and below
Smartly presented in orange with correct decals
Fittings including heated grips seat and wheels all in good order
No advisories on MOT
Supplied with body colour stand
Seat slightly lowered and sculpted for comfort
Engine believed to be standard
Currently fitted with road tyres
All switchgear and instruments reported to be in working order
Rear shock responds well to adjustment if required

Specification advised by seller:

2-into-one exhaust reduces weight substantially
Single front disc conversion with correct matching master cylinder to cut weight
Oberon slave clutch
Engine case protectors
Heated grips
Includes Garmin sat nav
Top box
LED indicators
LED headlight
Lithium battery

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