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Coredump posted:Dayum where was this? And how long ago? A shop in Seattle was selling dealer returns they scored from Aprilia last year. Aprilia had an 8k promo too.
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MotoMind posted:A shop in Seattle was selling dealer returns they scored from Aprilia last year. Aprilia had an 8k promo too. Man I'm on the other side of the country. Plus I don't know of any shops that have scored dealer returns. I mean doesn't take away from your point that 10k is overpriced but the 5 or 6k you quoted seems atypical.
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http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/mcy/4161253548.html Ahaahahahaaahaa! I mean, I don't really know piss about Ninjas, but that just reeks of bullshit. I do know the 10R is a 998, not a 1098, though. edit: Let's invest in motorcycles: They have a little higher top end due to this bike being torqued down one, for more torque.
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Nov 6, 2013 20:52
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Bikes don't last too long if you don't torque them down.
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Nov 6, 2013 21:02
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motorcycle $10000 http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/mcy/4131488760.html
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Nov 6, 2013 21:39
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"More to list but no time... No rush to sell" Sounds legit.
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Nov 6, 2013 21:40
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That could be a great deal if he typoed once, a CRAZY one if he thought there was a cents field.
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Nov 6, 2013 22:05
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I found it listed again for $6k, so no dice there. Those things look fun as hell.
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Nov 6, 2013 22:15
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I see your 10k and raise you 3. http://littlerock.craigslist.org/mcy/4149877067.html They only have 2000 miles on it. 
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For some inexplicable reason, I really want an eighties touring bike. I was originally set on restoring my dad's old GL1100, but he needs to dig it up out of the barn first, so that's not happening anytime soon. I'm a bit leery on this 83 Yamaha Venture, but for 600$ it's definitely tempting: http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/4138209973.html The good: Cosmetically looks alright, cheap. He wants to sell the bike to get an RV. The bad: Engine doesn't idle well, which to me says carb cleaning/rebuilding. I spoke with the owner to clarify the second gear issue, and apparently the bike doesn't want to shift into second/grinds when it does, which to me says clutch adjustment or new plates. Is this a bigger warning sign? Also needs a new battery, the old one won't hold a charge, but should start the bike when charged. The ugly: It's an 80's bike that has been up on craigslist for over a month at a cheap price. I can't help but feel I'm about to get in way over my head...
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The problem described is likely just a clutch issue, but there's a haunting 2nd gear issue with the earlier Ventures where the gear dogs grind down and start slipping out of gear under hard revs. This will require a transmission repair, and if the bike has that problem is expensive, difficult, and time consuming to fix. Not every bike had that problem, but I don't think I'd spend any amount of money on one that has it, or has a condition (such as being unable to easily shift into 2nd gear) that prevents me from testing to see if it has it.
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Nov 7, 2013 16:03
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EvilSlug posted:I see your 10k and raise you 3. I used to live on Little Rock. Prices on sportbikes around there are... uninformed.
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HenryJLittlefinger posted:I used to live on Little Rock. Prices on sportbikes around there are... uninformed. In Australia, the cheapest 2012 R1 is $16,000. It's insane.
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If you really want a vintage bike it's always always better to spend near the top of the price range for a bike in good condition vs. one that needs work because usually the price differential isn't that great. I bet $2k could get you an 80s touring bike in ready to ride condition. $1500 in time/money isn't a hell of a lot to spend on an old bike if it needs work.
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Really wish I had some spare cash for this... http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/4173513478.html
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Nov 8, 2013 02:33
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That seems like a pretty fair price. 
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http://appleton.craigslist.org/mcy/4176222622.html http://appleton.craigslist.org/mcy/4153673585.html
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McLarenF1 posted:Really wish I had some spare cash for this... Hooray, why not spend 1000 more than you'd spend on a 11-14 year newer SV650 that comes stock with better suspension, better brakes, more horsepower, is more reliable, has larger rim sizes to fit modern tires, and on and on and on and on and on and on and...man, loving hawk owners, jesus. Or you could spend the same amount 3k and get a new gen SV with FI. Also loving lol at "it'll compete in the lightweight V-twins class!". It qualifies for entry in the class, sure. Competitive? Not on your loving life.
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e: oops! Butt postin'
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Halo_4am posted:Not every bike had that problem, but I don't think I'd spend any amount of money on one that has it, or has a condition (such as being unable to easily shift into 2nd gear) that prevents me from testing to see if it has it. Thanks for the great advice! That's exactly the kind thing of I was hoping someone with more experience could point out... probably saved me from a very costly mistake. n8r posted:it's always always better to spend near the top of the price range for a bike in good condition vs. one that needs work because usually the price differential isn't that great. I bet $2k could get you an 80s touring bike in ready to ride condition. I guess I need to be patient and save up some cash over winter then. It's going to be snowing here soon anyways, and a big heavy bike is realistically the last thing I need to take out in the snow anyways. I just need to find another project to fuel my crazy for a few months... maybe this would be a good time to pick up a MIG welder...
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How is this for a first bike? http://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/4122331270.html I'm keeping an eye out on the slew of overpriced ninja 250s, sv's etc. but came across this. Seems pretty perfect for lengthy commute and some day/weekend touring that I'm interested in doing.
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Russian Bear posted:How is this for a first bike? http://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/4122331270.html It's a GS/adventure type bike, so it's a little tall if you're shorter to get used to, but nothing overwhelming. It's a fairly light bike, something like ~420 lbs wet, especially when compared to every other adventure tourer in their lineup. BMW parts prices can be stupid on some things. The single cylinder gets a little weezy at higher highway speeds (~80+) but it's not scary or anything. The motor/bike itself has been around almost unchanged for over 20 years and has a pretty fervent cult following, so parts availability and knowledge isn't too much of an issue. http://faq.f650.com/main.html Actually looking at picking one up for an off road/fuckoff bike as well.
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I'm 6'4, so this would fit just so right. Someone buy my miata already  Thanks for the faq link!
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Z3n posted:Hooray, why not spend 1000 more than you'd spend on a 11-14 year newer SV650 that comes stock with better suspension, better brakes, more horsepower, is more reliable, has larger rim sizes to fit modern tires, and on and on and on and on and on and on and...man, loving hawk owners, jesus. Or you could spend the same amount 3k and get a new gen SV with FI. An SV does not have a single sided swingarm. Case closed.
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Why would anyone ever want to ride anything other than a modern bike people are so stupid anyone who rides old bikes should just kill themselves already drat.
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MotoMind posted:An SV does not have a single sided swingarm. Case closed. For 3k? Just buy a monster with a SSA. Of course, that limits you to going to and from starbucks but tradeoffs must be made.
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Hey!  Sometimes I go to and from Whole Foods on it, too.
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HenryJLittlefinger posted:Why would anyone ever want to ride anything other than a modern bike people are so stupid anyone who rides old bikes should just kill themselves already drat. I'd love to get a modern bike, but though my heart says yes, my wallet just laughs at me
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Nov 11, 2013 18:41
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At least yours has a sense of humour.
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OSU_Matthew posted:I'd love to get a modern bike, but though my heart says yes, my wallet just laughs at me I was making a sarcasm. My bike is 18 years old. Old bikes just have more soul, man. Hawks are awesome bikes no matter what anyone says, although KBB says that one in particular is about $500 too expensive. This, on the other hand, is not awesome: http://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/4185186676.html Just needs a few repairs. HenryJLittlefinger fucked around with this message at 20:34 on Nov 11, 2013 |
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HenryJLittlefinger posted:I was making a sarcasm. My bike is 18 years old. Old bikes just have more soul, man. $13,000 ... a "few repairs" ... "frame needs straightening" 
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Z3n posted:For 3k? Just buy a monster with a SSA. Of course, that limits you to going to and from starbucks but tradeoffs must be made. How bad are the older monsters as an occasional trackday bike, mountain carving, and commuter?
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http://up.craigslist.org/mcd/4178865583.html Winter project, yay or nay? I'm really tempted to take a chance and make an offer (provided it has a clean title).
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Guni posted:$13,000 ... a "few repairs" ... "frame needs straightening" "I financed a literbike as my first bike purchase, crashed it and now have no interest in riding. Pay off my loan please."
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http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/mcy/4141057682.html 
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Is that a bad deal in the US? Sounds like its too good to be true as an Aussie. Throw some fairings on it and you've got a nice enough bike/track day weapon. You'd be looking at at least 2 - 3 times that in AUS for one of those.
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I hate SSSAs and I know gently caress-all about Ducatis otherwise I'd go look...
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I bought a 749s for 400 bucks less in much better shape plus those engines are an extra bitch to work on so I'd pass. Monster is eh for those uses. Lotta upgrades needed to even get to the point where it compares to a cheap 600.
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MotoMind posted:An SV does not have a single sided swingarm. Case closed. The Hawk GT is a lot prettier than any SV, too.
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Russian Bear posted:How is this for a first bike? http://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/4122331270.html I had an '06 for a number of years. It was a nice bike. Reasonable power (though you had to keep it revved up, for a thumper it had no low-end grunt), excellent gas mileage. I see that one has a windscreen on it, that was one of my biggest complaints about mine, and I'm short. It was really tiring getting blown around constantly. I think it would be an excellent first bike.
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