I've posted on a few moto forums, but didn't really get a solid answer. You guys aren't second or third choice by any means, but I felt like I've been posting too many threads on here lately. Anyway...

Just test rode this bike about two hours ago. Mechanically, it's in pretty good condition, as the guy put new sprokets, chain, cleaned the carbs, new jets and has done all the regular maintenance on it. No oil leaks, etc. The only things that bother me are:

1. Odometer has been changed out, because the last one broke (not that big of a deal, I guess), but it reads 7-8000 miles higher than original. He has the original cluster to show how many miles were on it when it broke.

2. The fairings are all scratched. In the picture, it's hard to tell, but it has few deep and light scratches (mostly on the left side) and one part is cracked (right where the chain tensioner sits). Seems like the bike was laid down before, as the Honda symbol is halfway gone.

He's asking around $3000. It has 19,000 miles and a clear title. Is this a fair deal? Should I pass on this? Thanks in advance.




On a side note, I (finally) took my moto license exam and passed (missed one )!
(and already signed up for MSF). I'm also going to take some classes (Utah Rider's Ed) this summer once I get my bike.


Modified by P Nut at 3:47 PM 4/27/2005

 

WAY over priced. For 3 grand you could get a 98+ if you shop well.

 

too much. talk him down, much newer bikes can be had with that or less miles for the same price.

 

Mike,

What would you offer him? He said he already got offered $2500 and he turned it down. I really am having a hard time forking out $3000 for a bike that needs new fairings, the sideview mirrors being all scratched up (the covers), and possibly (?) faulty mileage. I am also looking at a yellow F4 (not my fav color) with 17k miles and they're asking $3400. Haven't checked it out yet, but maybe that's a better deal. Thanks for your input.

gen2moredoors - thanks for your input, also.

 

i sold my 93 cbr. cust painted. 22,000 miles and i put almost 12,000 of them in. jetted, filter, exhaust. very well taken car off paint great. sold it for 2500

 

From what I have seen I also agree with WAY OVER PRICED

 

Thanks guys

 

i sold my 2000 zx-6r for 3500, keep shopping, my g/fs f4 has 14k on it and she got it in like new condition for 3700 last summer, just dont jump on something cuz its the ONLY bike you can find.. down the road its worth a wait, trust us

 

Thanks, *****

I'll keep shopping.

update: My friend might actually be selling me his 97 F3 with 10k miles for $2500 or so. It does have a scratched fairing, but replacement part is $150. Sounds like I found my bike!


Modified by P Nut at 7:02 PM 4/27/2005

 

i bought a 98 f3 with 12k miles for 2600, i mean it did hae its fair share of small problems. for the most part i'd say that sucker is way overpriced.

 

Yeah sorry that is WAAAYY over priced.

I got mine over three years ago in similar shape with a new helmet, jacket and gloves, pipe and new battery for under $2,500. THREE YEARS ago.

 

its a good bike, but not for the price. keep looking, you'll be happier in the end

 

You guys are still talking about the F2, right?

Check my update four posts up

 

i got a '99 F4 last year in mint condition for 3k.

sold that and now i got a 03 600rr

 

nay, thats what i think got with yamaha i got a 05 raven r6 and love it i know your not trying to spend alot but yamaha is the way to go!

 

I agree . . . PASS! For 1,000 more you can get on a 2000 R6 ETC!

 

bikes aren't like cars, i'd never buy a bike over 10k on mileage, just my opinion

 

$3k is crazy for what that bike needs; thats what i paid for my 02 r6.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by [TrUsT &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">just my opinion</TD></TR></TABLE>


I'd suggest getting a new one.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Mr Hammond &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">


I'd suggest getting a new one.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I'm interested to know what his logic is behind that.

 

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by P Nut &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

I'm interested to know what his logic is behind that.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Rich mother ****** that can buy a brand new bike every year! lol Na, id like to know also.... Post it up TRUST\

 

depends on where you are.. The market is different in each state.
About 3 years ago when i bought my bike (91 cbr600f2) in CO, i couldnt find ANY cbr for less than $3000 (which is what i ended up paying). I sold it for $2500 last summer.
so depending on how scratched up, and if everything (engine, tires, etc) are in good condition it might not be too bad. Id definately shop around a bit more though.

I dunno where these people are finding a 2000+ bike for $4k.

 

because motorcycle engines all die around 15k miles. duh, i thought you guys already knew that.
thanks for reminding me to get my odometer checked out, it says i have 18k on my 03