Looking at a '89 SRV w/ 3600 miles. Original owner, never been registered, but comes with the original receipt of sale. Sled appears to in very good condition. The track is in good shape, no rips or dry riot, no missing clips. Hood, belly pan, and seat are very good.

What do I look for on the suspension? I not familiar with the front Pogo shocks and don't know what to look for. Are the shocks still available to replace, if they need replacing? Also, with the oil injection system. Being 20 years old do the injection motor need to be replaced from time to time?

Basically looking for some information on the known issues/problems with this model.

TIA

Hud

I have owned several SRV's over the years. My biggest complaint is their fuel milage / range. Small gas tank that has a range of only 75 miles, then you are out! The power and suspension are quite nice for that era. I trail rode one for 50 miles last year in Kalkaska and loved it.

Oil injection tends to be "bullet-proof" on the Yamahas. They have offered it since the early 70's. No worries there. Parts are plenty available, both new and on eBay.

Go for it!

my uncle has a 83 i belive and its a rocketship
aaen pipe wiseco pistons and ported and polished and the skis rarely touch the ground... front steering seems to be a issue with lack tho he had to add a shim kit other than that its been ok

Hudman, I have owned my 1989 SRV since 1998, I rebuilt the topend when I bought it and its been running strong ever since!!!!! And I have been pretty hard on it......I run a AAEN pipe with CT reeds!!!!! runs like a champ.....check out my SRV forum.....SRV540 Forum? Yup can still get shock.....the TSS pogo is a great suspension... for the era.