Honda Varadero XL1000V

2001 Honda Varadero XL1000V Bike in very good overall conditon for age (24yr old bike), with 46k kms. KMH clocks, which is a nice rarety for an older bike in Ireland. 996cc V-Twin engine on carbs (fuel injection didn't come on the Varadero until 2002), making it super reliable. The engine is shared with the very iconic VTR Firestorm, so it has a very smooth 5-speed transmission and linear torque delivery, making it perfect for those lazy short shift days or for those days when you want to stretch the gears a bit. It's very capable and comfortable at both. Silver over red colour combination, although it has a black leather tank protector fitted (tank is immaculate, cover can be removed for inspection if required). All original paint. Bought from a friend who is emigrating. The bike was sitting up and dry stored for some time. Within the last 3 months/ 1,500 kms, the following maintenance was carried out: 1. Rebuilt the front forks with new seals, bushes, dust caps, and fork oil. Painted fork legs. 2. Brand new Michelin Anakee tyres fitted, front and rear. 3. Replaced all graphite exhaust gaskets and one header pipe gasket. 4. Replaced engine oil, engine oil filter, primary air filter, secondary air filters, and fuel filter. Minor points that may need attention but do not affect the running of the bike: 1. The previous owner dropped the bike at low speed, on the R/H side, and the lower section of fairing has some minor road rash. Cosmetic only. 2. There is only one key for bike and top box. 3. Road tax expired but will obviously reset renewal date with change of ownership. No part exhanges, swaps, or trades. Without a full A category bike licence and insurance, there will be no test drive. Both calls and texts are welcome. Time wasters will not be entertained. Cash is king. Similar bike to Suzuki V-Strom, Yamaha TDM, BMW GS1150, Honda Transalp, Yamaha Tenere, Triumph Tiger and KTM Adventure