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TheMissing · 05-22-2008, 10:21 AM

So I got confirmation on the seat build... So to increase comfort... I purchased these as well

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Move the pegs about 6-7inches forward, now I can let my legs relax finally!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Rodriguez

For some reason I can't stop thinking about getting a bike. On a local bike forum, I see a 1994 Kawasaki ZX-6 with 55000 km's for $2500 OBO. What kind of a deal is that? Keep in mind it's in Canada too, so probably a little bit more expensive than in the US.

Given the year, and the relatively low mileage (My 93 has 70k miles on it), That's a pretty good deal. If you can squeeze him down a tad on the price, even better!

JJ Rodriguez · 05-22-2008, 10:24 AM

its 55000 km's, so that's what, like 28k miles? So it's a decent deal eh? I might get CentaurPorn to go with me to check it out since he knows shit about bikes. I'd have to actually go and take a course and get my bike license and stuff because I've never driven a motor bike before. What's the power like on the ZX-6? Is it going to be hard to handle for a beginner and a smaller dude?

JJ Rodriguez · 05-22-2008, 10:27 AM

Here's some pics from his ad:

CentaurPorn · 05-22-2008, 10:33 AM

Dude if that bike is local find out the name for me. I know most of the bikers around here well so I might have a good idea how it was treated. The history is going to tell you a lot. IT looks to be in good shape and that millage is not bad at all. I have put 20,000 kms in a single season. The bike will deffinatly have some balls and will take a little getting used to but a 600 is pretty forgiving compared to the liter bikes. I started on a Gsxr-600 that would be very similar. Size will not be a problem. Seats are fairly low on sport bikes. I will go with you to check it out for sure. I can see chicken strips just by looking at the picture so I am thinking it was not driven too hard. Not on those tires anyway.

The good thing about starting with a 600 is that you will not outgrow it too quickly. I would still be happy as shit on my old 600 but I am a whore.

JJ Rodriguez · 05-22-2008, 10:35 AM

It's in Woodstock. You could very well know the dude

CentaurPorn · 05-22-2008, 10:42 AM

nah all the ppl I ride with are from here in Freddy, a few from Moncton and Saint John. The bike does look to be in great shape dude. And judging by the strips he is not a big fan of tearing up the twisty roads. Def. worth a look.

You can sell me your Ibby at a low price to help pay for it rather than giving yourself more debt

JJ Rodriguez · 05-22-2008, 10:45 AM

I'm a debt whore, I loves me some debt. Sometimes I just look at my credit balances and spank it. How is that thing for handling for my n00bness?

EDIT: Damn you and your

edit.

keithb · 05-22-2008, 11:44 AM

Since we're on the topic, I've been looking as well. (I have yet to take the (required) motorcycle class, so I won't be buying anything for a few months at least.)

How would something like a Honda Nighthawk 250 or Rebel 250 be for a first bike? I'm thinking something smaller with good resale value would be a good choice, and they seem to go for around $2000 on the local craigslist. If I get a 250, will I want to upgrade to something more powerful a month later?

JJ Rodriguez · 05-22-2008, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by keithb

Since we're on the topic, I've been looking as well. (I have yet to take the (required) motorcycle class, so I won't be buying anything for a few months at least.)

How would something like a Honda Nighthawk 250 or Rebel 250 be for a first bike? I'm thinking something smaller with good resale value would be a good choice, and they seem to go for around $2000 on the local craigslist. If I get a 250, will I want to upgrade to something more powerful a month later?

I haven't taken the class either, but if I can snag this bike for cheap, I could always resell it and get what I paid out of it if I don't pass the course, or can't get the license for the bike for some reason.

Crucified · 05-22-2008, 01:58 PM

rebels are nice, little bikes. good to learn on. you will want to upgrade later for sure. i have a 750 as my first bike and i'm going to upgrade. cruisers need more power than sportbikes though. that and i'm a big guy.

Quote:

Originally Posted by keithb

Since we're on the topic, I've been looking as well. (I have yet to take the (required) motorcycle class, so I won't be buying anything for a few months at least.)

How would something like a Honda Nighthawk 250 or Rebel 250 be for a first bike? I'm thinking something smaller with good resale value would be a good choice, and they seem to go for around $2000 on the local craigslist. If I get a 250, will I want to upgrade to something more powerful a month later?

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05-22-2008, 10:24 AM	#32 (permalink)
JJ Rodriguez Pantysniffing zombie Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 6,170 Main Seven: Ibanez RG7CT Rig: FramusDragon-Norbert Thanked: 42	its 55000 km's, so that's what, like 28k miles? So it's a decent deal eh? I might get CentaurPorn to go with me to check it out since he knows shit about bikes. I'd have to actually go and take a course and get my bike license and stuff because I've never driven a motor bike before. What's the power like on the ZX-6? Is it going to be hard to handle for a beginner and a smaller dude?

05-22-2008, 10:27 AM	#33 (permalink)
JJ Rodriguez Pantysniffing zombie Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 6,170 Main Seven: Ibanez RG7CT Rig: FramusDragon-Norbert Thanked: 42	Here's some pics from his ad:

05-22-2008, 10:33 AM	#34 (permalink)
CentaurPorn ss.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fredericton NB Posts: 218 Real Name: John Main Seven: Agile Interceptor Pro Rig: Framus Dragon +TS9 Thanked: 3	Dude if that bike is local find out the name for me. I know most of the bikers around here well so I might have a good idea how it was treated. The history is going to tell you a lot. IT looks to be in good shape and that millage is not bad at all. I have put 20,000 kms in a single season. The bike will deffinatly have some balls and will take a little getting used to but a 600 is pretty forgiving compared to the liter bikes. I started on a Gsxr-600 that would be very similar. Size will not be a problem. Seats are fairly low on sport bikes. I will go with you to check it out for sure. I can see chicken strips just by looking at the picture so I am thinking it was not driven too hard. Not on those tires anyway. The good thing about starting with a 600 is that you will not outgrow it too quickly. I would still be happy as shit on my old 600 but I am a whore.

05-22-2008, 10:35 AM	#35 (permalink)
JJ Rodriguez Pantysniffing zombie Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 6,170 Main Seven: Ibanez RG7CT Rig: FramusDragon-Norbert Thanked: 42	It's in Woodstock. You could very well know the dude

05-22-2008, 10:42 AM	#36 (permalink)
CentaurPorn ss.org Regular Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Fredericton NB Posts: 218 Real Name: John Main Seven: Agile Interceptor Pro Rig: Framus Dragon +TS9 Thanked: 3	nah all the ppl I ride with are from here in Freddy, a few from Moncton and Saint John. The bike does look to be in great shape dude. And judging by the strips he is not a big fan of tearing up the twisty roads. Def. worth a look. You can sell me your Ibby at a low price to help pay for it rather than giving yourself more debt

05-22-2008, 10:45 AM	#37 (permalink)
JJ Rodriguez Pantysniffing zombie Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 6,170 Main Seven: Ibanez RG7CT Rig: FramusDragon-Norbert Thanked: 42	I'm a debt whore, I loves me some debt. Sometimes I just look at my credit balances and spank it. How is that thing for handling for my n00bness? EDIT: Damn you and your edit.

05-22-2008, 11:44 AM	#38 (permalink)
keithb Carvin Zealot Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Providence, RI Posts: 1,173 Real Name: Keith Main Seven: Carvin DC747 Rig: Mesa Nomad/PODxt Thanked: 14	Since we're on the topic, I've been looking as well. (I have yet to take the (required) motorcycle class, so I won't be buying anything for a few months at least.) How would something like a Honda Nighthawk 250 or Rebel 250 be for a first bike? I'm thinking something smaller with good resale value would be a good choice, and they seem to go for around $2000 on the local craigslist. If I get a 250, will I want to upgrade to something more powerful a month later?


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