I'm buying an 04 Honda 400ex, for 1400 stock other than the nerf bars and handlebars, although it's been rebuilt, so what do I look for?

I'm buying an 04 Honda 400ex, for 1400 stock other than the nerf bars and handlebars, although it's been rebuilt, so what do I look for?

A lower price would be the thing to look for

For it to be started from cold, feel the engine first, check for smoke.

Check the oil for cloudiness or milkiness. Look for evidence of leaks.

General search for dents and corrosion especially the frame.

Look at corrosion around the exhaust manifold.

Bounce the suspension looking for notch movement and uneven damping.

Ask for receipts from the re-build.

But first check the paperwork, make sure the owner actually owns it and compare the papers against the VIN.

Ask for the maintenance history log and receipts. Oh… None…

Straight frame and forks