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Dumb but interesting question: What bike would you guys buy used or new between $5000 - $6000?
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| # ¿ Apr 22, 2010 06:18 |
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| # ¿ May 24, 2013 03:06 |
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Weinertron posted:Thank you so much. I REALLY would prefer a Ninja 250 or 500, but they seem overpriced, don't last at all on Craigslist, and the market seems flooded with 08+ ones when I want an earlier generation. I haven't sat on on SV650S, is the riding position that different than the normal SV650? Well you're taking or have already taken the MSF, and you don't sound too cocky, as long as you have good judgement I think an SV650 is a fine starter bike. I've found that riding a more powerful bike, you'll just need to learn how to use the friction zone in the clutch pretty well and don't goose the throttle. And also the SV650 has plenty of grunt all over the rev range so you never have to rev the nuts off it to move. the SV650s has lower clipon handlebars and maybe higher pegs afaik, I think you'd be fine on it, and I think it looks better anyways :P
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| # ¿ May 3, 2010 03:39 |
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I know everyone says the 250's power is enough, but if you're on the freeway a lot, having some power ready on tap is nice. I started on a GS500, never intimidating at all, really easy to ride, great mileage, I get about 50-55 on it, I used to get closer to 60 but i've been pretty used to the power delivery and am slightly more aggresive with the throttle than before. I test rode a ninja 500 too, also a great bike, the one I rode felt kinda weird though because the kick stand was in the way of the shifter and it made shifting up kinda weird without hitting the kickstand. Then I picked up a 93 Honda CBR600. Ok definitely more powerful, it almost doesn't need any throttle to get it going in first gear, but if you don't rev the nuts off it it's pretty tame and easy to ride at sub 6k rpm. Also i'm not sure on your price range, but the ninja 650r can be had around 3000-4000$, very neutral riding position, power comparable to the SV650.
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| # ¿ May 3, 2010 04:35 |
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Weinertron posted:Alright, I'm going to check out this SV650 this evening. I'm new, but I've looked over a few Ninja 250s already and think I have a pretty good idea of how to check tires, chain & sprockets, and other general wear items. Any questions about bikes aren't stupid! When I bought my first bike, I only had a permit at the time, but the bike was about 30 miles away, I just asked the dude if he'd ride it over and i'd happily give him a ride back, turned out he needed to head my way anyways so his wife or girlfriend tailed him to my place the next day with the bike and title and we did the transaction then. It seems perfectly reasonable to ride a bike over, gives the previous owner a last ride before it's yours, I wouldn't mind doing it myself if I were selling one.
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| # ¿ May 4, 2010 22:57 |
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Z3n posted:The only thing about those bikes is that they need the valves adjusted pretty regularly (every 4k) or they'll burn valves. If it hasn't been done, I'd adjust the price accordingly. I've out like 3.5k miles on mine since i've owned it, I should probably have mine checked? It has been idling funny |:^|a, i'm kind of scared to do it myself, wonder how much it'd run to have it done for me.
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| # ¿ May 7, 2010 06:13 |
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Typik posted:I'll have to sit on both models and see which one really feels comfortable to me then. I plan on riding alot so I do want some comfort. Also yeah. I checked out that buying guide you posted quite a while back. Seems useful, are there any other suggestions you'd give when checking out the bike? Other things not listed in the guide to look for? Holy crap that is a great deal on a 2nd gen SV650, then again i'm in CA and it's rare to see one of those for less than 3500. The tail thing is likely cosmetic and if you can live with it, it's no big deal. Unless you're a big idiot with no self control an SV650 should be a fine beginner bike. Also it's a fuel injected model, so starting cold or warm should be a snap.
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| # ¿ May 8, 2010 15:41 |
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http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/mcy/1727464755.html Somebody stop me! This is the "6th" gen? I know the one before this had the gear driven cams while this one has the VTECHS, I don't know which one i'd prefer 
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| # ¿ May 9, 2010 07:28 |
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Rontalvos posted:I am so tempted to buy this purely because it may be the prettiest thing I've ever seen. All I know is that I love mine, it's plenty powerful, if you deal with the regulator/rectifier and the cam chain tensioner the bikes run great. That one looks pretty pristine considering its age. I got complimented on my 17 year old 93 by some guy riding an 04 ZX6, p.cool!
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| # ¿ May 11, 2010 07:54 |
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timb posted:
My co-worker just bought himself a 92 Honda Shadow for 100$, it had been sitting around for 2-3 years unridden and non-running, I believe he just rewired the ignition, and put in a battery and it fired right up with the old gas in there and all. I asked if he needed to clean the carbs or drain the tank but he just said "nope, runs beautifully" He just got it registered and is riding it to work now.
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| # ¿ May 12, 2010 03:58 |
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http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/f...ad.php?t=337335 Would this be a dumb idea? I've always kind of wanted one after I missed out on a nice deal on one months ago. Although I rode by one and it was ridden by a rather small woman.... the ergonomics looked funny and the bike was rather large, but I still kind of WANT it. Looks like I can get the side fairings and front fairing for about 125$ a piece on ebay. Seems decent condition otherwise with new tires and chain/sprocket an 15k total miles. Argh I don't want to have to explain the the folks why I got another (3rd) bike. It'd be kind of a nice running mini-project though. infraboy fucked around with this message at Jun 17, 2010 around 17:44 |
| # ¿ Jun 17, 2010 17:41 |
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Marv Hushman posted:Depends on the Shadow. VLX 600 = pass @ that price, ACE 750/1100 = slightly below market and well worth investigating, Spirit = eh, in the wheelhouse, but negotiate anyway. Obviously, condition and extries affect the numbers and your taste/requirements come first. All good stuff, but if you can handle the VLX, you can handle the 750, and you'll likely get more use out of it. I believe pre-2004 Shadows in the 600-750CC range were chain drive, the 2004 + Aero models had shaft drives, which might be kind of nice. i've seen a few for around 3500 or so. Spirits were always chain driven, at some point all shadows, maybe 2006 or 2007 and up were all shafties. Theres the Saber variants which I believe were 1100CC and always shaft driven, not made anymore, probably replace by the VTX series. If you're interested in cruisers... i've seen a few Suzi Intruders for very reasonable prices, also Kawasaki Vulcans are a few to consider, the Vulcan 500 can be found for pretty cheap if you're looking into a beginner. edit: Also can anyone give me a perfectly reasonable and logical way I can justify purchasing a 3rd bike for myself? I have like over 8000$ and I kind of want something else but I can't think of what i'd add to my collection. infraboy fucked around with this message at Jun 23, 2010 around 08:14 |
| # ¿ Jun 23, 2010 07:54 |
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Unzip and Attack posted:What are the major differences between a Honda Shadow ACE and a Spirit? I believe just different styling cues, the aero has big swoopier fenders, while the ACE (American Classic Edition) had smaller fenders and an overall leaner look, even though dimensionally they were about the same. Only think about the spirits is that I think after they discontinued the ACE the spirit took over, looks pretty similiar to me.
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| # ¿ Jun 28, 2010 05:16 |
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Ghost of Razgriz posted:A coworker of mine is looking to get back in to riding after a couple years hiatus. He saw a Shadow on our company's for sale page and asked my opinion. I'd say nay, price is pretty high considering the miles and it's a pre-2004 aero (in 2004 the aero's got shaft drives), i'd offer around 2800.
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| # ¿ Jun 29, 2010 05:29 |
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I guess whats nice about buying a used bike from any reputable dealer is that they usually check the wear items and make sure the bike is good to go before selling it, as opposed to some private seller selling you a bike for what seems like a really low price until you find out the registration is backed up a year, and the bike needs new tires/oil change/chain&sprockets, brakes, etc. Then again if you know what to look for and know how to do a few little maintenance things yourself it's no biggie.
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| # ¿ Jun 30, 2010 02:26 |
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aventari posted:haha just test rode the black 07 and drat you are correct. I love it. so much power it's insane. Makes my F4i feel like a squishy Ninja 250 now :-/ Well that first Repsol you listed was about 7200$, I think i've seen a few 08 models around the bay area with less than 4000 miles running for as low aw 7800$, and as Z3n said it's a pretty amazing motorcycle, compared to the previous gen. I haven't ridden a literbike and the rather absurd cost of insuring one keeps me from getting one, even though it seems like people are selling their literbikes for the same price as a 600CC supersport around here, it almost makes me think "Well why don't I just get a 1000CC instead?" Also I agree with Z3n I don't get why Hondas seem to have higher resale value, i've already replaced 2 regulator/rectifiers ! Also I kind of want a 954RR, that headlight just looks awesome
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| # ¿ Jul 17, 2010 04:37 |
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Do they really get sub 30mpg when you're tracking it? How about for everyday street riding? I think i'm going to settle for a nice new TV over a another bike this year  ^^ I think the F2 is nice enough for everyday street use, I think it's when Honda started making the RR series that things got a little less comfy.
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| # ¿ Jul 17, 2010 05:25 |
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tastyburrito posted:http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/mcy/1851352007.html Where abouts in the bay area are you? I'd say thats a pretty good deal on a Ninja 500, it's in my home town PM me or something maybe I can take a look at it with you. Also the ninja 500 from 94-2009 are all pretty much the same. I've seen some on CL with 65,000 miles on them so the engines are certainly sturdy.
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| # ¿ Jul 22, 2010 06:45 |
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I sat on a few bikes today at a Ducati/Triumph dealer. Daytona 675: Ok REALLY high loving pegs, otherwise not bad, pretty nice bike. Doesn't seem that pretty in person compared to the pictures you always see, at least in the black color. Ducati 848: Actually not bad, high pegs again, and hilariously thin seat. 2006 F4i: Oh my god this bike fits me perfectly. Definitely one of my top choices for next bike. I really like sportbikes a lot, it's just the god drat pegs are always so drat high, it always feels like i'm squatting on one, I really need to test ride one to feel how it would be to live with every day. I'm about 5'11'' but I think I have longer legs than average, 34 inseam.
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| # ¿ Aug 7, 2010 01:12 |
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Flint Ironstag posted:I'm 6'2", have the same inseam you do, and have owned and raced various sportbikes exclusively with the exception of my first couple of bikes. I need to actually ride one, I feel kinda like a jerk going into the dealers just trying to sit on one, obviously they wont let me take it on a short run I wish they would.Moneys been pretty good lately, I may just end up biting the bullet and add another bike to the stable around winter time... I'm kind of torn between the 05-06 ZX6R, 08-09 GSR600/750s, and the 07+ CBR 600. For the most part, naked bikes just don't do it for me, I rather like having fairings/windshield for my commute. I love the seating on my CBR F2, the only thing that makes it uncomfortable is me wearing a backpack stuffed with my workshoes/uniform.
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| # ¿ Aug 8, 2010 06:51 |
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Somehow a 2007 GSX-r 600 costs nearly as much to insure as a 2004-2005 CBR 1000. > screw you demographics. 2005-2006 ninja 636 looks to be the most promising.
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| # ¿ Aug 31, 2010 02:11 |
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Thats a pretty nice deal on an Fz6r, they're pretty new around here still so prices tend to be high, you could also go the half faired FZ6 model, I sat on one, pretty much perfect for me being 5'11 185lbs, definitely something nice for all day cruising around. If you go SV650 i'd go for the S model, some people put on the factory full fairings on them as well, a little harder to find that way, but they're proven bikes. http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/f...ad.php?t=344942 Ninja 650 is also excellent, you'll probably find some pre 09 ones for a bit cheaper than the one you listed, if you care about the styling, I think both look pretty nice in their own way though. Heck if you find a CBR F4i for a decent price, the seating position is similar to your 08 ninja and good all rounders, not as crazy as the 2003+ RR series.
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| # ¿ Aug 31, 2010 08:15 |
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QnoisX posted:
Yeah I was just listing one I knew off the top of my head. I'd sit on an F4i, it's a really nice bike, it has a nicer more usable powerband than the RR series and much higher bars. Solid engines too, this guy apparently rode it to 170000+ miles before he had an accident on it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwiOyq2Q9-I Also I say this again: Screw you Non-Californians and your cheap rear end used bikes! 3000$ for a 2008 Fz6!? you might be able to get a 2004 model in California for that price with close to 20k miles
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| # ¿ Sep 1, 2010 00:44 |
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Excellent choice, you were choosing between a lot of great bikes, couldn't really go wrong with any of them, cheapest FZ6r i've seen around here was maybe 4800$, so you got a pretty good deal.
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| # ¿ Sep 3, 2010 02:39 |
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blugu64 posted:Since the Ninja grenaded itself Wait what happened to your Ninja? Whats your budget for another bike like? http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/mcy/1949054263.html infraboy fucked around with this message at Sep 12, 2010 around 00:42 |
| # ¿ Sep 12, 2010 00:39 |
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blugu64 posted:Near as we can tell, some copper bit decided to explode. It was seriously like panning for gold in that oil. My budget isn't much, and as I'm really don't know much about dirt bikes I'm not sure if I could find something worth riding for $1500-$2000. I finally got a 'real job' a month ago, after a bout with unemployment/underemployment, so the less I spend the faster I get the finances back where I like them. Well theres plenty of decent street bikes that can be had for under 2000$, dualsport wise you'd end up with one of the 250 models which are barely enough on the freeway, or the dreaded KLR650 you don't want. I'm also trying to hold out on buying another bike at least until Christmas time.... assuming i've been a good boy, as of November i'll have one year of riding under my belt, so I feel fairly confident on a newer sportbike. I'm pretty stuck between an 05-06 Ninja 636 or an 07+ CBR600. 2006+ R6 are sexy but everything i've read about them makes them sound kind of unfriendly for the street, and I think GSX-Rs are generally pretty ugly unless I go for an 08-09 which are a little more than i'd want to spend, although a GSX-R 750 wouldn't be out of the question. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/1946796971.html Of course theres awesome deals when I don't want to commit yet
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| # ¿ Sep 12, 2010 01:14 |
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http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/mcy/1960122613.html How are these generations of GSX-R 750? Seems like a pretty good deal, I know someone who can do fork seals for cheap if it's a big deal, I asked and the bike has a clean title with current reg.
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| # ¿ Sep 18, 2010 07:19 |
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GSX-R definitely, The R6S is kind of meh to me. How the hell did you find an 07 for 4000$ I hate the bay area.
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| # ¿ Sep 29, 2010 18:58 |
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http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/1980054851.html "have a 636 with 2700miles, original owner I'm 51 so its adult owned, I bought it at goldengate cycles in san francisco, I have all the documents I had all the go fast parts installed at Desmoto, two brothers duel high pipes, chipped and mapped, rear sets to much to mention but it has it all, I got hurt on my 750 at the track and since then have not been riding selling off my bikes for now I need the cash in stead of play time, its a good clean bike come down have a look runs like a top. thanks" gently caress I want it but don't need it
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| # ¿ Sep 29, 2010 19:20 |
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Cabledude posted:Thanks for the Input guys I really appreciate it. Some would say the GSX-R 750 is a more ideal street machine, the usable power of a 1000 but the lower weight of a 600. They can seriously haul rear end, newer ones are about as good as previous literbikes power-wise. I'm sort of pining for one too but they're tough to find deals for around here.
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| # ¿ Sep 29, 2010 19:23 |
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http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/1982487362.html I heard these guys are pretty cool, I asked for an OTD price and it'd be about 4600, i'm SO loving tempted Well you only live once right?
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| # ¿ Oct 5, 2010 08:12 |
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Cabledude posted:I've got a lead on some bikes -again-. The first gsxr is pretty nice at a good price, if you like it painted that color. I'm literally going to be buying an 06 636 tommorow, I can't loving wait, i'm paying about 4642$ out the door, which basically includes all the DMV (lovely) taxes and the transfer fee etc etc. If guy would take like 4200-4300 i'd say thats fair. It's the same one I linked before, 11798 miles, plasma blue. I'm not going to be able to sleep tonight
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| # ¿ Oct 7, 2010 04:18 |
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http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/mcy/2015493354.html this looks like a sweet deal on an older VFR.
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| # ¿ Oct 20, 2010 07:14 |
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Ethox posted:So I'm saving up for a bike! I've always wanted one, and now my finances are about to permit it. I have about 2000 miles experience on a 125cc scooter. I'm also hoping to make a cross country trip this summer. If you're in california, this is excellent. http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/f...ad.php?t=348503
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| # ¿ Oct 24, 2010 04:18 |
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Pre-2008 KLRs can also be had with for really cheap, usually with a bunch of nice addons included.
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| # ¿ Oct 26, 2010 00:50 |
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Tsaven Nava posted:Consisting largely of milk jugs and whatever else the riders have been able to scavenge from dumpsters Hey milk crates make excellent tail/saddle bags ok.
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| # ¿ Oct 26, 2010 02:05 |
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Korwen posted:what's the general thoughts on 94-01 Honda VFRs around here? The older ones are in my price range for used bikes, and the 98-01 fall just above my price range so still possible with some additional saving. I like their reputation as reliable sport-touring bikes, but I was wondering what the thoughts on owning them were here. The engines are pretty bulletproof, the 98+ ones have fuel injection which is nice. I'd go for that 2001 model, I wouldn't worry about the mileage too much as long as it's been maintained well enough. Definitely check to see if the Regulator/Rectifier has been replaced and check the charging system while the bike is running. Hondas just have weak R/Rs from the 90s- early 2000s on most of their bikes.
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| # ¿ Nov 6, 2010 16:38 |
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Man I really kind of want one of these CB700SC bikes. http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/2047301488.html If it's in running condition it'd be kind of fun to have, I kind of want to have something I can take apart and practice doing work on, like cleaning carbs, if worse comes to worse and I destroy it i'm only out about 750$ :v. Also I kind of want to learn how to work on motos as a kind of career eventually, i'm planning on taking a few courses on moto mechanics at the local college.
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| # ¿ Nov 8, 2010 02:03 |
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http://www.autoblog.com/2008/09/09/...09-r6-and-fz6r/ the lil fz6r has pink bits.
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| # ¿ Nov 23, 2010 07:45 |
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If i'm not mistaken thats a KLX400 and not a DRZ400, different animals. I can't tell from those pictures but the KLX doesn't look street legal? I don't see any/many lights on it or a headlight. If you want something more street oriented instead, theres always the SV650, it'd be a nice bump up from the Ninja 250 you had.
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| # ¿ Dec 23, 2010 04:54 |
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| # ¿ May 24, 2013 03:06 |
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Shows how much I know about bikes!  Yeah thats a good deal on a drz :3
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| # ¿ Dec 23, 2010 05:06 |
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