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JoeRST 08 July 2003, 09:34 T-Bird...i have just the thing for you....
A 1994 L reg ZXR400 for sale.
Done 19,000k
In the usual Kwak green....
Scorpion end can sounds the bizz
Selling for a m8 who has no access to the comp...and im in peterborough......
He is looking for £2k ono
The bike will come with a brand new battery and a 12 month ticket....
[Edited by JoeRST - 8/7/2003 10:27:11 AM]
T_Bird 19 July 2003, 12:03 Just had my Honda VFR400 stolen! I was just getting use to taking her for a spin most days and we were getting on nicely. Already I miss her and it's only been 12 hours. It took me a long time to find her.
I need something low in the saddle and even though I've had a licence for 3 years I'm relatively inexperienced. Also, I'm no mechanic and if/when the insurance pays out I'll be a little short on the £'s.
Sensible suggestions welcome.
Peanuts 19 July 2003, 16:43 If you would care to look in the for sale section I am selling my CBR600.
Its low in the saddle and relatively bomb proof, never had to take it apart and the oil doesnt leak...
T_Bird 20 July 2003, 13:35 Looks and sounds good. Not sure I was looking to fork out 3k. Why are you selling and what's her bad points?
T
could buy my zx7r for £2700, polished frame, harris rearsets, full micron race system, braided hoses, k+n, dynojetted, full service done last week (£317), new rear tyre fitted yesterday, polished rims, + lots more
T_Bird 29 July 2003, 20:43 I was hoping for some helpful advice and not to be sold your unwanted motors. Also, I would like to try something different. The NC24 sounds so similar to my previous, NC30 ...
T
DogusB 30 July 2003, 09:09 how about a CBR400? (my brothers selling his; sorry had to get it in)
this is turning into a 'buy my bike' thread ;) so not wanting to dissapoint, how about an Aprilia RS250 :D
kev :)
Impret-Sir 30 July 2003, 14:23 Try a Honda CB500. A good one can be had for about £1500 to £2000, they handle well and go quite well too, (remember they have their own race series) They are also cheap to insure.
Otherwise a tidy Suzuki bandit 600 would be a good choice, also cheap and fun.
T_Bird 01 August 2003, 17:00 Guys...I'm in mourning. I have to console myself with chocolate 3 times a day!
If you're serious about the bikes that are for sale, try a little harder to sell them to me, e.g. information would be useful, where, how much, mileage condition, etc...
Gixer 06 August 2003, 18:24 Get ypourself a Motard-lots of choices.
Different and I guarentee you will really enjoy riding. After 7 months I still can't wait to get out on it, whereas my other bikes I can take or leave them.
(Most) of us Motards a re a friendly bunch-see www.supermotard.co.uk
T_Bird 06 August 2003, 20:24 How does this fit the "something low in the saddle" requirement?
Gixxer 750 08 August 2003, 17:33 Opps-missed the "Low in the saddle" bit.
However, not all is lost, as some motards aren't that tall. OK, the choice is cut down a little, but lower seated one's are out there. I've only a 298 inside leg but manage my 650 easily.
Try one out!
Scooby96 09 August 2003, 13:31 RC30 or NSR500!
johnwiz 09 August 2003, 17:05 What about a 250 2 stroke like the Aprilia RS250,or Honda NSR250 or Suzuki RGV250? They're all in the same size/price range/performance bracket as an NC30.
Mmm, mind you it'll be hard to find one that's not knackered Except maybe a low mileage Aprilia.
John
T_Bird 10 August 2003, 11:34 John
What are the 2 stroke 250's like for a spot of motorway commuting?
T
3times 13 August 2003, 16:57 SV650S!
Scaramanga 13 August 2003, 22:34 T-bird,
Just had my NC30 stolen too. Based upon what you say you want, I'd second the vote for an SV650. I've tried the Aprilia RS250 and didn't get on with it. Coming from a V4 there is no torque and no engine braking so you'll have to adapt (this was too much for me)
I'm returning to a 748 after a break of a year but the high seat and sporty riding position probably aren't what you are after.
Cheers,
Simon
p.s. you'll find the ZXR400 a fair bit taller with a rock hard rear end. Engine wise it will take a bit of thrashing (relatively) to get it going, but can be tuned as cheap as chips.
Ali Scott 13 August 2003, 23:41 2 strokes on a motorway???
Fcuking forget it fella!!!
TRIGGER 14 August 2003, 08:17 I bought a SV650 after passing last year but to be honest I now think it was a mistake. I have had a VFR800 for the last 6 months which is great, and I much prefer it to the SV. But when being serviced last week I borrowed a CB500 - what a laugh !! It is low in the saddle so even my short legs could touch down, fast enough for commuter stuff and is light and easy to manoeuvre. And they can be bought cheap !!
T_Bird 16 August 2003, 19:58 I tried a few bikes for size today, including the SV650. I'm probably going to stick with a 400/500, possibly something boring like the GPZ500 or CB4-500. I struggle to get most bikes off their stand on a level surface, let alone a bigger bike on a road, or similar, with a bit of a camber. No need to be dropping the thing unnecessarily!
All I need now is some insurance money and a bike for sale near me, and of course the weather for further inspiration.
T_Bird 08 October 2003, 11:30 Jo
I'm surprised your friend wants £2k for the ZXR400. Why does it need a new battery? What's the overall condition of the bike and what's the handling like? Why is he getting rid? How many owners, etc, etc?
T
[Edited by T_Bird - 8/10/2003 11:33:45 AM]
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