i just bought a 2000 banshee theres only a pipe and i think a boost bottle on it i know theres no engine work and it seems to be in very good condition, i was wondering how reliable they are. I've heard the crankcase goes bad in a lot of them is that just because they arent maintaned right. I dont kno when the last time the topend has been rebuilt if it even has been. so do you guys think i should take it to the shop and have them check to see if it needs anything done to it. It runs fine though right now but i dont kno much about 2strokes thanks

 

well i wouldent go get it checked out.i would just change the spark plugs,air filter, check the tranny oil,and the coolant levle.well good luck with it and have fun!

 

DO NOT take it to a shop for inspection... All they do is ride the crap out of it and tell you it all checks "within specs" Save your money for something you'd enjoy. Banshee's are unbelivably tough... I have seen no tranny failures with stock or near stock power levels.

Do the following:

1. Change the tranny oil, check it for clutch fragments or any shavings. Use a good oil/fluid.
2. Check all other fluid levels: coolant, brake fluids, etc.
3. Grease the chassis and cables, tighten the chain if necessary.
4. Change the spark plugs; BR8ES or B8ES NGK's.
5. Clean the air filter, making to re-install it properly.
6. Drain the tank and fill with good 91 octane fuel with good premix oil. I like Castor 927, but there are many good options including synthetics.
7. Bleed the brakes by zip-tying the lever and pedal in the open position, leave them a couple hours or longer.
8. Check the reeds if you fell really energetic.
9. A compression check can be beneficial to see if a rebuild is looming.
10. Ride it gently, running through all the gears and varying the rpm range, listen for any odd noises and check operation of all mechanisms such as braking and shifting.

Ride it untill you either break something or decide it's time for more power.

 

how do you do a compression check and thanks for all the info

 

A compression tester/gauge is threaded into one sparkplug hole. Unhook the other plug wire and kick it until the pressure stops building.

 

You might want to pick up a manual. You can get a Clymer Manual online or at your local dealer.
I agree with Nicname. However I don't really like the 100% caster oil. I run Klotz Super Techniplate with alcohol, and I run Klotz R-50 with gas.
The R-50 is 100% synthetic and the Super Techniplate is 20% castor and 80% synthetic.

 

MY 97 banshee has been through alot, and I have yet to even remove a spark plug since Ive had it, im not the original owner, but Ive had it for 2 years.

It has been absolutely 100% reliable, and is very well built.