After replacing the clutch cable I rode the bike to the dealer for an inspection. Mainly i just wanted to make sure i did not have some huge hidden liability. The dealer estimate for parts and labor was almost $1300. They pointed out that I needed a new radiator fan and a bunch of hoses and clamps. They were nice about it and said that they could understand why i would not want to put that much money into a 26 yr old motorcycle. I told the dealer i would repair it myself and they actually printed off the list of part numbers i needed.
Armed with their parts list i went online and ordered all the bits and pieces. I naively thought online would be cheaper and faster . Actually the online prices were the same as my dealer had estimated. It took 2 weeks to get the parts online and i could have had them next day at the dealer.
The radiator fan was another story. The dealer quoted me almost 400 bucks for the fan and motor assembly. I found a used one for 50 bucks on ebay and i also had the option of a new motor for only $85. I decided to go with the ebay unit. Had the new fan in under a week.
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