Thinking about buying a new bike
#1
Thinking about buying a new bike
Just wanting some tips on purchases, especially specific to these 2 bikes I'm considering, both are about 2-3 hours away from my city, so i can only check out 1 this weekend.
2005 honda cbr f4i 600 bike - Edmonton Bikes For Sale - Kijiji Edmonton Canada. - Seems maybe too good to be true
or
2001 Honda CBR 600 F4i - Strathcona County Sport Bikes For Sale - Kijiji Strathcona County Canada. - very high kms
even if I could get some questions to ask, or any help that can be offered.
Thanks,
Ryan
2005 honda cbr f4i 600 bike - Edmonton Bikes For Sale - Kijiji Edmonton Canada. - Seems maybe too good to be true
or
2001 Honda CBR 600 F4i - Strathcona County Sport Bikes For Sale - Kijiji Strathcona County Canada. - very high kms
even if I could get some questions to ask, or any help that can be offered.
Thanks,
Ryan
#2
Ryan,
The '05 bike has aftermarket fairings (why are factory plastics gone?), lower mileage, & from the description in the ad - ready to roll. $5k seems high but don't know values in your region.
The '01 bike has high(er) mileage...however 39k isn't terrible IF its been maintained properly. However, mileage should be reflected in price. Having the maintenance records is a b-i-g plus when buying any bike. I like to scrutinize records when they are avail. Usually the type that keeps records - also maintains a bike properly as well. The bike seems to be well taken care of w/ nice mods. $3,300 also seems a little bit high but for a well maintained bike w/ records, I would pay a slight premium.
Both bikes look like good options. Just a matter of what you're willing to pay.
Good luck.
The '05 bike has aftermarket fairings (why are factory plastics gone?), lower mileage, & from the description in the ad - ready to roll. $5k seems high but don't know values in your region.
The '01 bike has high(er) mileage...however 39k isn't terrible IF its been maintained properly. However, mileage should be reflected in price. Having the maintenance records is a b-i-g plus when buying any bike. I like to scrutinize records when they are avail. Usually the type that keeps records - also maintains a bike properly as well. The bike seems to be well taken care of w/ nice mods. $3,300 also seems a little bit high but for a well maintained bike w/ records, I would pay a slight premium.
Both bikes look like good options. Just a matter of what you're willing to pay.
Good luck.
#4
Personal opinion? Flames arnt really that great, the belong on hot rod who can rock them not on bikes. 39k km isnt much g check out that bike and heres a used bike buying guide
edit: https://cbrforum.com/forum/street-sk...d-bike-133953/
the one below (ern has provided) is very nice and I will be providing a link in mine in case anyone stumble accross mine.
edit: https://cbrforum.com/forum/street-sk...d-bike-133953/
the one below (ern has provided) is very nice and I will be providing a link in mine in case anyone stumble accross mine.
Last edited by CJardine; 09-07-2012 at 08:18 PM. Reason: adding link
#5
Here's another good resource, for the used-bike shopper to familerize themselves with...
Used Motorcycle Evaluation Guide
Ern
Used Motorcycle Evaluation Guide
Ern
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I paid 3k for my 03 F4i with 12k miles on it... had it for a little over a year now and havent had to do anything but back tire... Just hang in there, youll find some good deals... dont jump the gun and buy the first thing you see... I done it... and it was just 3k BUT im happy with my bike...
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