What causes Carburetor gumming from ethanol fuel sitting on the Yamaha Tw200?

Hard starting, rough idle, fuel smell in airbox Estimated fix cost: $50-$150

What causes Rear drum brake worn or out of adjustment on the Yamaha Tw200?

Spongy feel, excessive lever travel, grinding noise Estimated fix cost: $30-$80

Fuel smell under tank, wet spots near petcock Estimated fix cost: $20-$60

Oil film on lower fork tubes, handling vagueness Estimated fix cost: $80-$200

Known issues to inspect before buying a used Yamaha Tw200. What to check and how much repairs cost.

MODERATE

Hard starting, rough idle, fuel smell in airbox

Fix cost: $50-$150

MODERATE

Spongy feel, excessive lever travel, grinding noise

Fix cost: $30-$80

SERIOUS

Fuel smell under tank, wet spots near petcock

Fix cost: $20-$60

MODERATE

Oil film on lower fork tubes, handling vagueness

Fix cost: $80-$200

☐Cold start test, should fire easily

☐Check frame welds for cracks or repairs

☐Inspect both tires for dry rot cracking

☐Verify title is clean, no salvage brand

Extremely reliable, simple design, long-lived engine