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AncientTV
Jun 1, 2006

for sale custom bike over a billion invested

College Slice
http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/mcy/3710105809.html

I didn't know these existed before seeing this ad, looks like a mini V-max.

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Pokey Araya
Jan 1, 2007
A Wee-Max :mmmhmm:

PadreScout
Mar 14, 2008

slidebite posted:

^^ don't forget "some lubricants"

Real gold?
http://alberta.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-motorcycles-touring-BMW-2002-R1200C-W0QQAdIdZ469707261

Market price seems to be a lot more, presuming mysterious ABS issue isn't a biggie.



Mysterious ABS issues? Wasn't 2002 during the ABS II years? I haven't heard anything good about ABS II.

Halo_4am
Sep 25, 2003

Code Zombie

AncientTV posted:

http://jacksonville.craigslist.org/mcy/3710105809.html

I didn't know these existed before seeing this ad, looks like a mini V-max.



It is very much related to the V-Max. The R&D of it and everything was intended to be a 750cc version of the V-Max, but they couldn't get the vboost tech working well at that displacement and canned the project. They put this out instead with the same goals in mind.

I lost the article but here's what I believe to be a direct quote on it.
http://www.vmaxoutlaw.com/tech/vmaxstory/custom.html

Mr. Araki posted:

We gave up the project of 750cc engine variation on V-max. However another idea came up, to make a new American model with the engine of FZ 750. Soon this became the FZX 750. There was a limitation to succeed a real macho image comparable to V-max due to the 45 degrees forward inclined parallel 4-cylinder. Therefore we had to take a chance with a unique and original design of FZX."

DJ_Ferret
May 1, 2006

The living pipe cleaner
Guys! Guys! Best deal ever! It has Excellent Mechanical Conditions! Se Habla Spanish!

clutchpuck
Apr 30, 2004
ro-tard
It's Monroe, of course they know Spanish!

Covert Ops Wizard
Dec 27, 2006

This is my new favorite site. searchtempest.com Since most listings worth a poo poo are on craigslist and you gotta search city to city on that site this really makes it easier. Found a '11 speed triple I could easily afford if I sold my Streety, kinda tempted...

Z3n
Jul 21, 2007

I think the point is Z3n is a space cowboy on the edge of a frontier unknown to man, he's out there pushing the limits, trail braking into the abyss. Finding out where the edge of the razor is, turning to face the darkness and revving his 690 into it's vast gaze. You gotta live this to learn it bro.

Covert Ops Wizard posted:

This is my new favorite site. searchtempest.com Since most listings worth a poo poo are on craigslist and you gotta search city to city on that site this really makes it easier. Found a '11 speed triple I could easily afford if I sold my Streety, kinda tempted...

Don't do it. The Speed Triple is not nearly as good as the Street. Spend 500-1k on suspension for your streety instead!

Covert Ops Wizard
Dec 27, 2006

Z3n posted:

Don't do it. The Speed Triple is not nearly as good as the Street. Spend 500-1k on suspension for your streety instead!

is it worth it if you have the R version? I know a gsxr 600 shock is cheap and better than the non-R version's but I dunno how much the R's is a step up.

Snowdens Secret
Dec 29, 2008
Someone got you a obnoxiously racist av.

Covert Ops Wizard posted:

This is my new favorite site. searchtempest.com Since most listings worth a poo poo are on craigslist and you gotta search city to city on that site this really makes it easier. Found a '11 speed triple I could easily afford if I sold my Streety, kinda tempted...

That site used to be great but for whatever reason lately it seems to be crippled by outdated code or something. Try zoomthelist instead; it's less elegant, but works (it's how I found my latest bike)

E: Also, where are you that you might want a Speed? I have a black '12 ABS I might could deal on

Covert Ops Wizard
Dec 27, 2006

Snowdens Secret posted:

That site used to be great but for whatever reason lately it seems to be crippled by outdated code or something. Try zoomthelist instead; it's less elegant, but works (it's how I found my latest bike)

E: Also, where are you that you might want a Speed? I have a black '12 ABS I might could deal on

I'm just outside Philadelphia, PA.

Snowdens Secret
Dec 29, 2008
Someone got you a obnoxiously racist av.

Covert Ops Wizard posted:

I'm just outside Philadelphia, PA.

I'm in CT near the New York line. Let me know if you're genuinely interested. I can't really say how it compares with a Street R as I've never ridden one.

Covert Ops Wizard
Dec 27, 2006

Snowdens Secret posted:

I'm in CT near the New York line. Let me know if you're genuinely interested. I can't really say how it compares with a Street R as I've never ridden one.

Tempted for sure. Email me sb593805@wcupa.edu

Z3n
Jul 21, 2007

I think the point is Z3n is a space cowboy on the edge of a frontier unknown to man, he's out there pushing the limits, trail braking into the abyss. Finding out where the edge of the razor is, turning to face the darkness and revving his 690 into it's vast gaze. You gotta live this to learn it bro.

Covert Ops Wizard posted:

is it worth it if you have the R version? I know a gsxr 600 shock is cheap and better than the non-R version's but I dunno how much the R's is a step up.

Suspension isn't just about the quality of the suspension, but also the setup - the suspension might be quality but if the spring rates are off, if the valving isn't right for your riding style, you're never going to get the best out of it.

Definitely go trade bikes around if you can though - riding one will tell you more in 30 seconds then I can in hours of typing :)

Also, I'd recommend riding the other bike, switching back to yours, and then switching again. I find I notice a lot more stuff on the second time around, on the first I'm always a little off.

AncientTV
Jun 1, 2006

for sale custom bike over a billion invested

College Slice


Call are text, indeed.

Knot My President!
Jan 10, 2005

AncientTV posted:



Call are text, indeed.

pretty much florida.jpg

Probably hit the throttle so hard he ended up in Georgia

Snowdens Secret
Dec 29, 2008
Someone got you a obnoxiously racist av.
If y'all calls are text, well get back to yas soon as cans

MotoMind
May 5, 2007

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/mcy/3702072419.html



Pacific Coast, the bike of choice for the Raider Nation.

Pokey Araya
Jan 1, 2007
http://austin.craigslist.org/mcd/3616996206.html

I want to offer this guy $2500, but I know I shouldn't buy an old turbo motorcycle no matter how cool the decals are.

slidebite
Nov 6, 2005

Good egg
:colbert:

You could probably part that bike out for twice that, it's all original. It's a steal if you could get it for $2500
e: to be clear, that would be a shame, it looks clean as hell. Buy it.

\/ Yeah, like I ninja edit said \/

slidebite fucked around with this message at 06:09 on Apr 8, 2013

Sagebrush
Feb 26, 2012

If you buy a bike of that vintage and rarity, in that condition, with the intention of parting it out to make a quick buck you're an rear end in a top hat.

Sagebrush
Feb 26, 2012

Urrrgh. If I had space for this, I'd be all over it.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/mcy/3729872671.html

BlackLaser
Dec 2, 2005



:wtc:

Snowdens Secret
Dec 29, 2008
Someone got you a obnoxiously racist av.
What about it? That's a pretty decent price if it's not a scam.

Beve Stuscemi
Jun 6, 2001




I think the confusion comes from the fact that it looks like a scaled up chinese cruiser pitbike

Baller Witness Bro
Nov 16, 2006

Hey FedEx, how dare you deliver something before your "delivered by" time.
That's a hell of a front fork / front shock / front swingarm monstrosity. Someone should shoot that thing and put it out of its misery.

Sagebrush
Feb 26, 2012

I think the Germans just don't "get" cruisers. I may never really love the design of a Road King or Night Rod or whatever, but I can certainly appreciate that H-D knows what a cruiser should be and got the proportions right. BMW...didn't.

That said, I saw an R100 chopper once and it was pretty rad. The engine design does suit that style.

Literally Lewis Hamilton
Feb 22, 2005



Pokey Araya posted:

http://austin.craigslist.org/mcd/3616996206.html

I want to offer this guy $2500, but I know I shouldn't buy an old turbo motorcycle no matter how cool the decals are.



That's up at team scream isn't it? Thing has been for sale for ages and I didn't see it when I was there last. Not sure why it hasn't moved.

clutchpuck
Apr 30, 2004
ro-tard

Those are ugly ducklings for sure. But they're supposed to be one of the most comfortable, best handling cruisers you can get.

If you haven't rode an oilhead, let me tell you that the paralever/telelever combo feels absolutely sublime for putting around. You don't get dive, when you jam the brakes the frame just kind of settles down when you brake. I hear you can hit them with a 4 valve head from an 1100 or 1150 and wake it up a little; stock they make like 60 horsepower.

Knot My President!
Jan 10, 2005

I rode up to a light and saw a dude on one of those and truthfully it looked crazy enough to be a fun ride.

If you gotta get a cruiser, that seems to be the way to go. BMW doesn't gently caress around.

Covert Ops Wizard
Dec 27, 2006

Xovaan posted:

I rode up to a light and saw a dude on one of those and truthfully it looked crazy enough to be a fun ride.

If you gotta get a cruiser, that seems to be the way to go. BMW doesn't gently caress around.

Ha, my friend got curious and started researching BMWs, looking at the sport bikes. He made the mistake of assuming the HP4 was a smaller version of the s1000rr. After looking at the specs he decided maybe a BMW wasn't for him, seeing as ~200hp is their "small" sportbike.

Dzus
Jun 18, 2007

I have had people walk out on me before, but not... when I was being so charming.
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/mcy/3640470498.html

Honda Hawk GT with RC30 Bodywork that looks like it would mash your fingers.

On a more serious note:

http://altoona.craigslist.org/mcy/3656952754.html

If I had the garage space I'd be all over an SV right now. I want a bike that works. :(

Frozen Pizza Party
Dec 13, 2005

Pokey Araya posted:

http://austin.craigslist.org/mcd/3616996206.html

I want to offer this guy $2500, but I know I shouldn't buy an old turbo motorcycle no matter how cool the decals are.



That's where you're mistaken. CA needs more turbos. Also, it's awesome :ssh:

ElMaligno
Dec 31, 2004

Be Gay!
Do Crime!


http://maine.craigslist.org/mcy/3733544345.html
Salvage tittle, looks great AND has a decent price? This is too good to be true.

AncientTV
Jun 1, 2006

for sale custom bike over a billion invested

College Slice
Unless I'm missing something, salvage titles are not a bonus.

ElMaligno
Dec 31, 2004

Be Gay!
Do Crime!

AncientTV posted:

Unless I'm missing something, salvage titles are not a bonus.

This girl is three years older and looks to be in worse condition, yet is worth 300 more. Plus Bandits in the nor'east seem to be worth their weight in gold.

BlackMK4
Aug 23, 2006

wat.
Megamarm

quote:

Afam -1 Front sprocket
Vortext +7 Rear sprocket

You're gonna have fun with that one. :lol:

AncientTV
Jun 1, 2006

for sale custom bike over a billion invested

College Slice


:coal:

SeeYouEnTee
May 5, 2010

Pickle Presenter
Edit: Apparently not.

SeeYouEnTee fucked around with this message at 16:48 on Apr 11, 2013

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GnarlyCharlie4u
Sep 23, 2007

I have an unhealthy obsession with motorcycles.

Proof


http://wilmington.craigslist.org/mcy/3693551962.html

yes?

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