2002 Suzuki DL1000 1.0L Petrol · MK02 ORF

The vehicle presents a generally roadworthy profile, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward mechanical wear after years of stability. The most recent test in October 2023 at 67,361 miles saw the motorcycle pass despite advisories for slight play in both nearside and offside rear wheel bearings. This followed a failure just two weeks prior at 67,281 miles, which identified an excessively worn rear shock absorber bush and an insecure offside front brake flexible hose. While the immediate failures were rectified, the emergence of wheel bearing play indicates that components are beginning to require attention as the vehicle ages. The' profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old machine, averaging approximately 2,800 miles per year. Data shows a consistent pattern of low-usage, though there is a notable gap in records between July 2019 at 61,069 miles and January 2021 at 62,202 miles, representing only under 1,000 miles driven in eighteen months. Such low-annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals rather than mechanical friction, which aligns with the noted issues regarding worn bushes and aging brake hoses found in recent inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear wheel assemblies to determine if the play noted in 2023 has worsened. The suspension system requires a close look, specifically the rear artwork linkage and its mounting points, while the brake flexible hoses should be checked for cracking or perished rubber consistent with the previous failure. Given the historical report of an exhaust leak and noise in November 2022 at 64,397 miles, the manifold and headers should be inspected for corrosion or loose bolts to ensure the previous leak has not returned.