so my sisters fiance is thinking about buying this 06 f4i a couple hours away. it was wreaked but still has a clean title with 9k miles. the kid selling it has it listed on craigs for 1500 but we are hoping to spend only about 1000. here is a video of it on youtube. let me know what you guys think.
Thanks

Wrecked f4i - YouTube

 

As long as the frame is in good shape, looks like a good buy at either price. Most of what needs repairing is either cosmetic or easily replaced (like fairing stay, clip-ons, etc). Check the forks, see if they're bent at all. That'll be the most expensive individual thing to replace (if you don't add up the plastics).

Some other parts might not need replacing but not look perfect, either. Like if there are scrapes on the swing arm. Shouldn't affect functionality but will look crappy.

Worst case scenario, they waste some gas driving out there. I would buy it for around that price depending on condition (but then again I could use a stunt / track bike, lol).

 

he is wanting to go check it out saturday i believe so i am going to try and help give him an idea of things to look for.
thanks aken

 

Good advice/comments from Aken.

From what I can see in the vid, it looks easily repairable. As mentioned, the forks would be the main concern. However, F4i forks are plentiful & relatively inexpensive. More than likely need a new front fairing stay, front fairing, headlights, front fender. If you don't mind rough cosmetics, the rest looks still serviceable.

If that bike was in my AO, & assuming its GTG mechanically, I would prob buy it.

 

For what my two cents are worth I would agree with the others and say go for it. I mean if you were able to get it for $1,000 and even have to put another $1,000 into it at the high end you could have yourself a nice bike for well under what you are going to find anywhere for an 06. Hell, out here in San Diego guys are still asking 4-5K for an 01 with 30k miles on it.

 

Wow, yes get it. That's a great buy.
Lucky

 

Sounds like a great deal! I would just be sure to get the forks checked and the handle bars for sure. check the rims to and make sure they are bent or have dents from the lay down.

 

Even if the forks are bad direct replacements are plentiful and inexpensive on ebay. People like me take off perfectly good front ends for inverted units

 

$1250....

 

well if you do get this pm me and ill hook you up with a good deal on the left side and tail fairings.... just wanna see another f4i live again from my spare parts