LEGO Guy Bri Posted May 1, 2011 Posted May 1, 2011 (edited) Reluctant sale? Care to explain or should I mind my own business? Not at all 'Siegfried'. I say "unfortunately" because I learned I love riding a motorcycle. Nothing like having BIG hp and little weight, or a blue chick magnet. That and it GSXRs are't common here in Charleston especially a custom painted one. I am happy that I made most of my money back. That bike had a troubled past, the previous owner flat out lied to me about its condition. To say the least it was not up to par. A bit of love (money) and she got right. Rode her for the past 3 year.s I will miss that old thing. Well, congrats on selling it - enjoy the Specialized for the time being But seriously, I hope you find a great Busa to replace that soon. If that's your kettle of fish, I'd also recommend having a look at the new ZZR 1400 (bit expensive though) and/or Honda's Blackbird - it might be old, but it's still a mighty fine bike. Thanks, its about time I get back mountain biking, didn't do much of it last year. I hope to get back in on a bigger bike in the next couple years, I wanted to at least get my license before selling the bike. So check and check. So I will definitely be going to a dealer as apposed to a private owner. Would have originally but, no way of getting a license unless you already have a bike. I do like the monster ZZR1400 but, you're right, very expensive, maybe too much bike, even a Busa might be to big. Haven't been able to sit on one. Our local shops hardly ever carry anything bigger than a 750 BTW out of curiosity what is with all the upside down member names? Noticed a bunch since yesterday Edited May 1, 2011 by Leg Godt Gud Quote
stacker9000 Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 Hey guys, just thought I'd jump in here with mine, 2007 Night Train, right after her first bath of the season. Quote
peterab Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 That bike had a troubled past, the previous owner flat out lied to me about its condition. To say the least it was not up to par. A bit of love (money) and she got right. So I will definitely be going to a dealer as apposed to a private owner. Would have originally but, no way of getting a license unless you already have a bike. BTW out of curiosity what is with all the upside down member names? Noticed a bunch since yesterday You should never ever buy a bike which has been repainted without a thorough mechanical check. It is very common to repaint a bike to hide the evidence of a crash, or to tart up an otherwise less than stellar bike. I don't know much about engines, so I get someone who does to look for me. I think all the Fellows have had their world turned upside down. That stuff happens occasionally here, it's best just to smile and move on. Quote
LEGO Guy Bri Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 Hey guys, just thought I'd jump in here with mine, 2007 Night Train, right after her first bath of the season. Awesome bike 'stacker9000'. Love the air induction pipe with dual cones and in a great color! You should never ever buy a bike which has been repainted without a thorough mechanical check. It is very common to repaint a bike to hide the evidence of a crash, or to tart up an otherwise less than stellar bike. I don't know much about engines, so I get someone who does to look for me. Yea lesson learned. That and don't buy from auto auctions in WV. That aside, after and additional $1000 for wire harness, battery, and new tires, she ran like a champ (no other engine problems). Besides, a thousand dollar loss over three years vs. riding that beast then sell for original price paid... Doesn't seem like to big of a loss. Heck KellyBlueBook retail it, as is, at $2700 Quote
peterab Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 (edited) Yea lesson learned. That and don't buy from auto auctions in WV. That aside, after and additional $1000 for wire harness, battery, and new tires, she ran like a champ (no other engine problems). Besides, a thousand dollar loss over three years vs. riding that beast then sell for original price paid... Doesn't seem like to big of a loss. Heck KellyBlueBook retail it, as is, at $2700 Yeah, I'd say it was pretty good value at $300 dollars or so a year. I'm always amazed at vehicle prices in the US, my second hand 250 cost me $7000 here. The bike market is small here though, but from the sounds of it it's not huge where you are either, I'm pretty sure I could find any recentish model of bike I wanted without too much trouble locally. Edited May 3, 2011 by peterab Quote
gotoAndLego Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 Would have originally but, no way of getting a license unless you already have a bike. That's incorrect. All you need is a learner's permit; which you don't need a bike to get. If you do the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, which is the best way to learn to ride, they proved small motorcycles. They teach you, test you, and when you pass they stamp your permit and you get your license. Quote
Zorbas Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 A bit late but I had to comment... Whoa, so you really are a member of the Greek mafia; cementing ex-girlfriends and all... Touché! First official roadside photo of the season: Man, now that's a motorcycle! I remember the horn cover and it looks great on it L-space. Quote
Captain Green Hair Posted May 3, 2011 Author Posted May 3, 2011 Hey guys, just thought I'd jump in here with mine, 2007 Night Train, right after her first bath of the season. Now that is one fine motorcycle! Man, now that's a motorcycle! I remember the horn cover and it looks great on it L-space. I second that! Quote
L-space Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 Thank you guys. Maybe you'll have a change to see it for real. Well, CGH wil have the biggest change I guess. Quote
LEGO Guy Bri Posted May 3, 2011 Posted May 3, 2011 Yeah, I'd say it was pretty good value at $300 dollars or so a year. I'm always amazed at vehicle prices in the US, my second hand 250 cost me $7000 here. The bike market is small here though, but from the sounds of it it's not huge where you are either, I'm pretty sure I could find any recentish model of bike I wanted without too much trouble locally. That and today when I cancelled my insurance, I found that it was only $49/mo liability only) + gas... Much better than my car! That's incorrect. All you need is a learner's permit; which you don't need a bike to get. If you do the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, which is the best way to learn to ride, they proved small motorcycles. They teach you, test you, and when you pass they stamp your permit and you get your license. Did not know that, thanks for the info. Wish I would have found that out 3 years ago I tell ya, it took me three times to pass the riding test. Our coarse here is very short and narrow and my bike had a very bad turning radius. Dropped my foot to many times and botched the slalom test Quote
peterab Posted May 4, 2011 Posted May 4, 2011 Did not know that, thanks for the info. Wish I would have found that out 3 years ago I tell ya, it took me three times to pass the riding test. Our coarse here is very short and narrow and my bike had a very bad turning radius. Dropped my foot to many times and botched the slalom test Here just about everybody does a riding course combined with their test. Honda run the one I did, and they recommended we use their bikes even if we had one of our own. Their bikes were small and maneuverable, and were tuned just right so for the slow riding section they would roll though just slow enough to pass with no throttle. It makes it all so much easier when they teach you all the tricks. Quote
Big Cam Posted May 4, 2011 Posted May 4, 2011 That's incorrect. All you need is a learner's permit; which you don't need a bike to get. If you do the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, which is the best way to learn to ride, they proved small motorcycles. They teach you, test you, and when you pass they stamp your permit and you get your license. Very true, or if you can borrow a legally licensed and insured bike from a friend, you can take the test on that. You don't have to actually own it yourself. That and today when I cancelled my insurance, I found that it was only $49/mo liability only) + gas... Much better than my car! Wait till you get old. I pay $185 a year for full coverage on my 2007 R6. I'm always shocked at how cheap insurance is on motorcycles. Quote
L-space Posted May 4, 2011 Posted May 4, 2011 Wait till you get old. I pay $185 a year for full coverage on my 2007 R6. I'm always shocked at how cheap insurance is on motorcycles. I hope to get old. Can hardly wait If we start to throw numbers; I can buy a Death Star every year from my insurance and have spare change for extra TIE fighters Quote
LEGO Guy Bri Posted May 4, 2011 Posted May 4, 2011 Here just about everybody does a riding course combined with their test. Honda run the one I did, and they recommended we use their bikes even if we had one of our own. Their bikes were small and maneuverable, and were tuned just right so for the slow riding section they would roll though just slow enough to pass with no throttle. It makes it all so much easier when they teach you all the tricks. Sounds like it. I rode with/ without a learners for almost 3 years. Finally received my endorsement late 2010. Very true, or if you can borrow a legally licensed and insured bike from a friend, you can take the test on that. You don't have to actually own it yourself. Wait till you get old. I pay $185 a year for full coverage on my 2007 R6. I'm always shocked at how cheap insurance is on motorcycles. Unfortunately the few friends that ever owned a bike, had already sold them for diesels. $185/yr is an awesome deal, especially for full. I didn't have that option based on the bikes age. At least for Progressive coverage. I was looking for the cheapest anyways, did not plan on wrecking it either. (I know, who does ) Quote
Big Cam Posted May 5, 2011 Posted May 5, 2011 I hope to get old. Can hardly wait If we start to throw numbers; I can buy a Death Star every year from my insurance and have spare change for extra TIE fighters Although I get great rates on insurance, I have to face the fact that I'm getting dangerously close to 30. Gulp. Quote
peterab Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 Although I get great rates on insurance, I have to face the fact that I'm getting dangerously close to 30. Gulp. Well, I guess that puts me in the old bracket then, I'm 45. I was 28 before I got my bike license :-) Quote
L-space Posted May 6, 2011 Posted May 6, 2011 Although I get great rates on insurance, I have to face the fact that I'm getting dangerously close to 30. Gulp. Ouch, so your legging by 10 years. Enjoy them. buy LEGO, ride your bike and love your family. Quote
Big Cam Posted May 7, 2011 Posted May 7, 2011 Well, I guess that puts me in the old bracket then, I'm 45. I was 28 before I got my bike license :-) Ahh, yes I suppose it's all in the point of view. Quote
Siegfried Posted June 8, 2011 Posted June 8, 2011 New bike; a 650 Versys. Yeah I'm a naughty boy upgrading so soon... I'll post more photos later... Quote
L-space Posted June 8, 2011 Posted June 8, 2011 Looking good. (BTW we need a motorcycle emoticon inaddition to the last, great looking, batch) Quote
Zorbas Posted June 8, 2011 Posted June 8, 2011 Wow, great choice Sieggy and a good step if you ask me. Have fun riding it! Yeah I'm a naughty boy upgrading so soon... (BTW we need a motorcycle emoticon inaddition to the last, great looking, batch) Not bad...not bad at all. (There was an "unofficial" one floating in here if I remember correctly). Quote
Big Cam Posted June 8, 2011 Posted June 8, 2011 New bike; a 650 Versys. Yeah I'm a naughty boy upgrading so soon... I'll post more photos later... Wow, nice pick up!! Sick of the Honda already Quote
L-space Posted June 9, 2011 Posted June 9, 2011 Not bad...not bad at all. (There was an "unofficial" one floating in here if I remember correctly). That was mine actually, but not good enough compared to the latest addition. Quote
Siegfried Posted June 9, 2011 Posted June 9, 2011 Sick of the Honda already Well I'm not 100% sick of it; we're still friends and all, and we shared some drinks before parting. The issue here is that I have 3000 km round trip coming up next month, and the more I thought about it the more I realised it would be silly doing it on a 125. It's a very different bike, and it'll take a lot of adjustment... Quote
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