Question for Motorcycle owners

[Bu11dogg2]

So I decided that this is gonna be the year I do it.

I'm gonna buy a Motorcycle :)

I'm not looking to be a biker boy and get a 20k crotch rocket and with a cute matching leather out fit :lol:

I want a sub-$3000 classic rider, like a 1980's Suzuki or Kawasaki.

I don't need need much power..... i'd probably kill myself on anything bigger then a 750 :lol: I just want something to cruise on.

I'd prefer to buy from a dealer because I don't want a bike that needs work or is in questionable shape.

any suggestions on brands or places to buy?

[Nate8409]

You will kill yourself on a 600 too.

You need like a 250.

[Kevin]

go get a 250cc scooter then upgrade to something bigger later on.

check out the want ad there is a ton of people that are gonna need money so there selling all there toys

[Kevin]

oh ya I think I'm picking up a 600 sport bike soon. I'm thinking one from argo's or the want ad.

so far a suzuki sv or honda f4i

here is the link for argo'shttp://argocycles.com/Browse.php

[Bu11dogg2]

ok seriously guys... I'm not buying a scooter.

I want a cruizing bike. I have ridden one before and can handle it :)

600-750 is what I am looking for.

[Murphy2012]

craigslist it. Check ebay and search within a hundred miles of Dover. There is a place in loudon close to me but I forget the name. They have tons of used bikes. You can check with me, I know lots bout bikes.

[Bu11dogg2]

My only issue with craigslist/ebay is that I don't really know that much about bikes :(

I don't want to spend much and I'm not expecting much in return. I just don't want a bike with issues.

I'll shoot you a PM if I find a bike I am interested in :)

[gtbensley]

I want a cbr600 but my parents wont let me get one. They not afraid that I would kill myself but that someone would kill me. Cant say I blame them, if I had a kid I wouldn't let them get one either.

Kinda off the subject but I just figured I would through that out there.

[Kevin]

I think I'm heading to argo's the weekend after I move. there's like 10 bikes there im interested in. all around 3k-4.5k
only thing I want a bike thats needs a little work though.

[Bu11dogg2]

I'll be in Manchester, I'll shoot you a PM with my number if you want to meet up. I'd love to check out some bikes.

[jonny-rockets]

There is a great shop in madbury called Morrisey cycle - family owned business for years - that's where I take my bike. Guy does good work for cheap. I am sure he wouldn't have a problem taking a looksie to make sure the bike is safe.

I'll vouch for murph, he has had a bike (err had a bike) longer than I have + knows his bike ****.

I would say - make sure it idles smoothly - rough idle could mean you need your carbs cleaned, especially if it starts to struggle when you give it a little gas. Carb cleanings are not cheap, but perhaps a bit less expensive on a cruiser than a sport bike.

Make sure chain doesn't have a lot of play in it. Make sure brakes are in good condition, oil is good, you know basic stuff you would look for in a car too.

Make sure tires aren't old and cracked, rims aren't warped. I'll try to think of more stuff.

Anthony

[Bu11dogg2]

Does Morrisey sell bikes too?

I think I know where it is....

thanks for the advice!

[rogerdugans]

Only bikes I know well are Honda CB750s.

Most of the bikes I have had were CB750s, and I have had a few. ;)

They can be found in good shape fairly cheap, run forever if they have been maintained properly and are pretty easy to work on.

Ok, enough about MY obsession with them. lol

Great bikes though: good compromise between performance and comfort.
And can usually be found anywhere from $250 (mechanic special) to about 2k (mint, low miles.)

There are a lot of Japanese bikes from the mid 70s to late 80s that are worth buying, but it is best to have somebody familiar with bikes to get a good one.
Even at a dealer.

Good luck. :)

[jonny-rockets]

Does Morrisey sell bikes too?

I think I know where it is....

thanks for the advice!

Hmm that's a good question. I don't think he sells them, He is mostly a snowmobile dealership I think. When/if you go there, don't even bother going into the showroom, lots of people make that mistake. Just head left of that right into the shop, that's where the customers go. Its kinda awkward.


Anthony

[Bulldog]

I had a Honda CB 650 for a starter bike a long ass time ago. It was a great bike. Plenty of Power for a starter and easy to fix.

I also like Buell.

[chris07outback]

1985 Suzuki GS 750F.

[TurboRush]

I'll sell ya mine, cheap.

[Bu11dogg2]

Really?

Shoot me an offer

[Bu11dogg2]

I'll sell ya mine, cheap.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0waBtC8Ikw

;)

[Murphy2012]

My old bike...which I miss like a mutha ****a.... :cries a little:
http://inlinethumb12.webshots.com/2827/2966849950061624869S600x600Q85.jpg
http://inlinethumb04.webshots.com/3587/2666123250061624869S600x600Q85.jpg

That bike was the sex....

[jonny-rockets]

ya i don't know why you sold that thing murph.

you are one of the people who got me into bikes too.

[SteelWRX]

Sigh.

Motorcycles were once my life. :( I never thought I'd see a day when I wouldn't swing my leg over one... and now it has been years since I've ridden.

Still, I hold onto the thought that someday I'll get back on.

My CBR, bought brand new in 2002. I still have her, with less than 3,500 on the odometer.:eek:
http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/2213/f4iox9.jpg

http://img390.imageshack.us/img390/7910/f4iamn7.jpg

And, my last motocross bike (still own as well).
http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/4720/cr125editbj9.jpg

[Skidder]

I grew up on dirtbikes Ive been wanting to make the transition over to the street... but no money.

[jonny-rockets]

I'll sell ya mine, cheap.

any progress? you pickin up the bike Randy?

:rolleyes:

[Bu11dogg2]

Yes :)

It's still a bit early in the year to ride :lol:

[jonny-rockets]

I've ridden a couple of times now. Maybe during a subaru meet we'll show up on bikes. Let me know when you pull that guy out.

[04silvrrex]

Or some members that have bikes could meet up... Lets do it, and russel.....get back on that thing and lets go for a ride:devil:

[Carter]

I always wanted a motor cycle but I am afraid of other drivers. I went through the material on how to get a license, but I never followed through.

[Bu11dogg2]

Or some members that have bikes could meet up... Lets do it, and russel.....get back on that thing and lets go for a ride:devil:


next weekend :)

I pick the bike up tonight :)