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SeqArtMark · January 18, 2008, 09:33:52 AM

I actually hadn't considered the idea that a bike bought at a dealership would be in less than tip-top shape; esp. the tires! I just assumed that the higher prices were a result of having to ensure the bikes have been properly serviced before selling them. Is that something to ask for when negotiating a deal?

I'll be sure to check craigslist to see what I can find. Thanks again.

ABSOLUTNATI · January 18, 2008, 10:30:02 AM

Just found this in dayton Ohio:

http://dayton.craigslist.org/mcy/543333949.html

Looks to be exactly the same as mine! Condition, color, year, and mileage.

CanadianRider · January 18, 2008, 01:56:52 PM

A reply to the issue of damage to the fairing. I have the F as that was the model on sale here in 2006. It has been down 3 times, all of them low or no speed, i.e. parking lot manouvres gone wrong. In each case the handlebars and engine block protected the fairing, I don't think it has a scratch, maybe a fine one or two, but can't check coz it's in Winter storage (sob). It seems odd to me that you'd design the engine block to hit before the fairing and not the other way around, but for low speed offs the fairing doesn't seem to be a problem. We also took into account that the fairing is very cheap relative to most (something of a toy fairing but hell, it looks great so I don't mind - I've already had to get used to it being called a "fake rocket" here). So if we do something more spectacular we hope that the fairing takes a lot of the force and we'll get a completely new one.

My husband and I shared the bike until we knew we were really going to enjoy riding. By share I don't mean 2 up. I mean him in the car protecting me as I rode - which is a fantastic way to take to the streets when your skills are new/poor - then vice versa. I did find the bike intimidating at first, and think your idea of the 250 for the wife is probably a good one. Having said that, after a few months I settled in with it and am nowadays proud of myself for being able to manage it. When it got to the stage that my husband said "hey, you got more than 50% of the time today" after a ride, we knew we were ready for a second bike! So we got a V-strom for variety and as they have a great name, and we "share" them (apart from him getting horribly attached to it within the first week and hogging it 95% of the time) and like that we can swap bikes for a change in riding position on longer trips.

+1 for the windscreen, I've posted here before about the Laminar Lip I got, the best $70 I could imagine spending on the bike and highways are no problem now.

Enjoy, both of you, no matter what MC you end up with! I haven't posted here in a while and am enjoying a chance to talk about my GS!

barry · January 18, 2008, 03:10:43 PM

02 naked, 9K miles, very good condition for $2100.00 which I think is a decent deal but nothing compared to ABSOLUTNATI's deal. I feel like I got ripped off compared to his deal.

frankieG · January 18, 2008, 03:27:06 PM

i am selling mine, with less than 1000 miles on her and in perfect working order for 2500

ABSOLUTNATI · January 18, 2008, 10:08:19 PM

I'll trade for a similar GSXR!

Kev · January 29, 2008, 11:53:56 AM

Thank you so much for all the help everyone! I ended up getting the 07 GS500F! I love it!!! It's an awesome comfortable ride that's a ton of fun! Thanks again to all those who put in their input!

Any riders around the Dallas area?

TobySuzuki · February 03, 2008, 01:20:34 AM

I got my 98 for $1000.00 and then had to pay 600 to redo the valves because the timing chain tensioner cover cam off and the spring came out and the rest is history. Vavles bent,new cams, lifters,valve guides, rings,ect.

frankieG · February 03, 2008, 02:35:58 PM

pozer

ohgood · February 03, 2008, 04:56:53 PM

Get some gear so we can still pick at you NEXT YEAR for being such a poser !

Your fly was open anyway LOL

made you look

SeqArtMark · February 29, 2008, 05:39:16 PM

Quote from: frankieG on January 18, 2008, 03:27:06 PM
i am selling mine, with less than 1000 miles on her and in perfect working order for 2500

I know this is a super late reply but I actually looked at your bike on the sales page and grimaced when I saw that you're located on the East Coast. I have a friend with a truck but that trip is just waaaay too far. However, there are a few in the Ohio area, which is where my friend is from so it should be easier to convince her to make the trip. Anyway, just wanted to say good luck with the sale. I really really wanted to take it off your hands but can't work out the logistics.

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