Busa buying tips

[Farad]

Just doing some homework before viewing a Gen 1 Busa - anyone with experience of buying/running one have any points to pay attention to beyond the usual?
It is supposed to have a reasonably low mileage backed up by MoT history - not seen the paperwork yet but the MoT history page on the .gov website only shows the current MoT, nothing before 2024, anyone know of any legitimate reason why that might be?
Thanks for any tips you may have

[billinom8s]

I know a couple of busa fans, will put them onto this thread.

[Farad]

Thanks Simon, as is the way I've now seen a very shiny Gen2. I'm sure the final decision will be determined by she who must be obeyed in discussion with the bank manager!

[billinom8s]

as always

[Exxon-Valdez]

Hi Farad. I’ve had mine about 15yrs. Front calipers bind up and seize easily. I ended up switching the tokico ones to nissin ones off a triumph. Some gen 1 bikes have a hot start issue that drives you mad at the petrol station after a fill up. Worth doing a test ride and getting it hot, stopping for 5 mins and trying to restart. You can get an upgraded starter that solves it. Think it’s about £500 though. Other than that they are trusty steeds!

[Farad]

Thanks Dave, I had the hot start issue with my current bike after I swapped to stick coils and it went away when I swapped back. It's very annoying so I'll look out for that.
I may get back in touch if I get the bike - I already have some mods in mind and would value your insights.

[billinom8s]

If you move in those circles I have a gen one frame I'm trying to get rid of. Would be a shame to scrap it.

[ptolemyx]

Message sent. See your inbox Richard.

Happy to help you look at any Busa you are considering.

[Farad]

Thanks Simon and Brian, I'm currently on Jury service so hoping to set something up for the weekend.