Yamaha TZR 50 carburetor problem

Question

I am looking to buy a TZR50 and I am looking at one where the guy says the original carb needs setting, is this normal as the bike has only gt 4000 miles

Answer 1

run, run away.

thats a real chin scratcher thing to say, dont fall for it.  something as simple as setting up a carb would be worth doing before selling a bike.

why havent they done it?

Answer 2

No, it's not normal.

If the seller is saying the bike won't run because the carb needs setting, he's probably lying to cover up a more serious fault - the TZR engine is very fragile if unloved.

Walk away.