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Scrapez posted:For anyone looking for bikes in your area, http://www.craiglook.com works really well. You can do proximity searches from a specific zip code. "-trike -quad -"three-wheeler" -"pitbike" -"pit bike" -harley", etc.
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Jabs posted:gently caress you. Saved Searches is where it's at. -"crotch rocket" -"stunt bike" -"hog" -"chromed out" -"I went deaf riding this so buy it please,
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Not gonna lie... http://tinyurl.com/24kz9ns quote:I’m selling my fully customised one of 2003 Hayabusa Chopper. This stunning bike has been built to show quality and nothing has been skimped in the process..... I'd buy it.
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If someone put a gun to my head and said I had to buy a chopper, that'd be it. I'm sure it handles and drives about a million times better than your average choppah
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May 19, 2010 16:00
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Looks like he's got big ol' cans of Rockstar energy drink stashed in that bike.
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May 19, 2010 16:03
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On the bright side, you could probably go pretty far between fill ups with that 40 gallon tank he has.
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May 19, 2010 16:25
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Is...is it a hardtail? Because I would NOT want to ride a motorcycle with 150+hp and no rear suspension.
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May 19, 2010 16:27
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Z3n posted:Is...is it a hardtail? Because I would NOT want to ride a motorcycle with 150+hp and no rear suspension. What color purse are you getting, Mary?
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May 19, 2010 16:31
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frozenphil posted:What color purse are you getting, Mary? What color is your 250 again? I think it'd make a decent purse...
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May 19, 2010 16:37
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Z3n posted:What color is your 250 again? I think it'd make a decent purse... Candy Thunder Blue.  A Ninja 250 would make a pretty good purse. What would 2nd and 3rd place get?
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May 19, 2010 16:43
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frozenphil posted:Candy Thunder Blue. It's got candy in it, I'll take it!  You should go ride a busa though. You'll understand then. It'd be badass, but at the same time, given how squirrely normal choppers are, I can't imagine how that thing's gonna handle with no rear suspension.
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May 19, 2010 16:51
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Z3n posted:It's got candy in it, I'll take it! It's got a shock on the seat! That's just as good if not better than rear suspension.
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Hey everybody. I'm scheduled to take my MSF test in less than a month, and currently I have zero riding experience. I've been wanting to get a motorcycle for a good year or two now, but only recently have I had the money to afford one. I've done a lot of research about good starter bikes, and most people seem to agree that the Ninja 250 is great, especially since I'll be using it just for commuting and non-freeway riding. That being said, I found this ad on Craigslist: http://skagit.craigslist.org/mcy/1732095718.html It's a '99 Ninja 250 with 13.5k miles on it for $1000. That seems to be quite a good deal. My question is: what important things should I try to find out about this bike before I decide to purchase it? There isn't a whole lot of information in the post, and considering that $1k is much lower than most of the Ninjas I've seen on craigslist, I have a feeling that it's probably got something wrong with it. I'm not great with mechanics, but I'm open to learning, and I have a friend who works on cars, so together we can probably handle some minor problems, and I'm not opposed to putting work into the bike as it needs it. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm tempted to buy this bike now even before I take my MSF, which might be a bad idea on the offchance that I dislike riding (which I seriously doubt would happen), but I don't want to pass up on an amazing deal, especially because my budget is about $2k at most.
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That looks like a good deal, I'd jump on it, sometimes they just come up and you get lucky. I'd move though, deals like that usually don't last. I'd check the usual stuff, tires for wear and age, the sprockets for hooking, the chain should have even tension when you check it's slack in different points, check the brake pads, ask when the valves were adjusted last and when the oil was changed last. Check that the brake fluid in the reservoir is light and clear, if it's not, it needs to be replaced. That should cover most of the basics. 
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Thanks a ton, Z3n. It's always a little unnerving buying your first _____. But seeing how this is about half the price as my maximum, even if there are a few minor problems, it might still be a better deal. I'm pretty excited, hopefully the bike is still for sale.
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fudsaf posted:Thanks a ton, Z3n. It's always a little unnerving buying your first _____. But seeing how this is about half the price as my maximum, even if there are a few minor problems, it might still be a better deal. I'm pretty excited, hopefully the bike is still for sale. Good luck! Post up if you get it or, if you don't...there's always more deals if you don't manage to land this one.
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fudsaf posted:My question is: what important things should I try to find out about this bike before I decide to purchase it? The Ninja 250 Wiki needs to become your bible. This section in particular has a lot of relevant info for someone in your position.
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http://houston.craigslist.org/mcy/1754342844.html Looks like a drat fine starter bike. I'm taking the MSF next weekend (finally), and may pick it up for myself.
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I'd pass on the gear unless it fits you perfectly, but the bike on it's own for 1150$ isn't a bad deal if the bike is in good shape.
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Don't know if it's a good price but this thing is sexy. http://cedarrapids.craigslist.org/mcy/1753195723.html
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Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn. That's probably pretty cheap, since SPSs would go for more, being a limited run and all. But 3800 miles in 10 years? Poor thing, all neglected in the shed. Buy it, give it a proper caning. EDIT: Also, loving US bike prices. Sub-$10k SPS-spec? 
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Ok... dude obviously knows nothing about his bike. Is it a DRZ? KLR? Seems very cheap... any reason I should not jump all over this? http://reading.craigslist.org/mcy/1759151528.html I purchased this bike in September, 2009 from a Vietnam vet (the original owner) for $1,300. It is in good condition and ran great for me. I put the bike in storage for the winter according to the manual since I wouldn't be riding. Now I'm moving and unfortunately need to sell the bike. Though it ran and started well for me last fall, when I reinstalled the battery this May it wouldn't turn over. All the lights work, so the battery is good and the bike is getting power. It may simply be the ignition switch, but I don't have time to work on it and need to sell ASAP. The bike has been garage kept it's whole life and I have the title in my name. Again I'm looking to sell ASAP, so no reasonable offer will be refused. If interested call Isaac at -, thanks.
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gently caress ME WHY DO I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA  http://reading.craigslist.org/mcy/1758655644.html (I'm holding out for a candy panther gold, though. that green paint is to die for.)
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Rontalvos posted:gently caress ME WHY DO I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA Hah, I saw that one too. It's pretty, but totally agree on the green.
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The word invested doesn't come to mind, this guy probably scared himself shitless and let this bike sit for the last two years. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/mcy/1758858622.html quote:Ducati Desmosedici RR - $50000
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dr.gigolo posted:The word invested doesn't come to mind, this guy probably scared himself shitless and let this bike sit for the last two years. I remember an ad that was posted about 3-4 weeks after they came out on ebay...a desmo with 14.5 miles on it. Probably had 6.75 very sedate miles on it, one mile of abject terror, and then 6.75 more sedate miles home. 
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Hmm.. I've been thinking lately. Screw this beginner bike <55 horespower stuff. What I really want in life is a jet-turbine powered bike that shoots fire and runs on airplane fuel. My budget is less than $20,000. CA, any help? http://i48.tinypic.com/90wx74.jpg
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Lord Master posted:Hmm.. Why in the world use a spoiler tag around that?
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frozenphil posted:Why in the world use a spoiler tag around that?
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Just for that, im not copypasting that link
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May 26, 2010 20:16
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What link?
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The spoilered link above  This is officially the douchiest ad on craigslist right now: http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/mcy/1736298567.html quote:Drz 400 Sm. I am the original owner, the bike has 4500 miles. $4800 obo. It has an aftermarket head and tail light. It has smaller spockets and it has a jet kit. Street legal. If you want a lot of women to stare, you might want to check this out. Call will 414 397 6493. P.S. I know Travis Pastrana 
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Phat_Albert posted:The spoilered link above Oh man I was rolling at the "P.S. I know Travis Pastrana" part. Any buyer of this DRZ should give that seller an extra $200 just for the experience of buying from someone that knows someone famous!
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Phat_Albert posted:The spoilered link above Wow. Wow Matt. Wow. Nice whiff on my loving joke.
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TheFonz posted:Wow. what joke?
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This is me right now I'm doing it in a mirror, to myself. Beve Stuscemi fucked around with this message at 15:18 on May 27, 2010 |
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May 27, 2010 15:16
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haha
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May 27, 2010 16:54
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Found this little guy near me if anyone is looking for a relatively cheap trails bike. http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/mcy/1757675465.html How I wish I could justify that purchase!
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Man trials bikes come up so rarely around here...if you're near SB we should meet up and go for a ride sometime.
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Bonnie - mildly interesting: http://nashville.craigslist.org/mcy/1771645992.html Road Mangler Deluxe - real interesting: http://www.phkauf.com
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