What bike for Mom?

[Mom]

So, it appears that the time has come. I want to upgrade my wheels. Much as I love The BB, I have served my time on her and I need something much more reliable.

I have a new job that involves a bit of a commute, with the current cost of petrol I can not see myself driving the car back and forward for very long. One tiny, weeny problem though...

I am a short arse :yes: I dont have a HUGE amount of money to spend and I want something reliable that has a bit of spark. I know we have talked about this before but fresh eyes and all that. The BB has a seat height of 780mm, and is 600ccs of raw powa :facepalm:

I am not a cruiser rider, nor a sport bike rider so I am looking for something in between. Has anyone seen anything recently that might fit the bill? I dont want a little bike, I could not think of anything worse, I want to travel on this bike not just commute. All my riding is open road stuff with a little bit of traffic to contend with from time to time.

[Mully]

*cough* RF900 *cough*

I can do you a bargain.....

[Gibbo89]

What's your budget roughly? Do you do Italian etc? What size of bike? Vtwin? Parallel twin? il4?

[Mom]

*cough* RF900 *cough*

I can do you a bargain.....

My feet wont reach the ground though, bargin or no, I dont want to do the fall off each time I stop manouvers funny as they may be LOL


What's your budget roughly? Do you do Italian etc? What size of bike? Vtwin? Parallel twin? il4?

Yeah I will do Italian, but warn you I have tried a couple of Ducs out for size and they are too big. Engine type not so important, would adore a triple, BB is IL4 so wide as, she is about as big as I would consider height and width wise. I would actually prefer to be a little lower to the ground. Engine capacity is not important, though I dont want to be riding some sluggish dog of a thing, I need something with a bit of go. The Hornet is a nice bike, not the 900 I cant touch the ground on them :pinch:

[Gibbo89]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-350895796.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-351684092.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-348969625.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-352148069.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-351508798.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-350879986.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-348114025.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-352368643.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-351581202.htm

[Mully]

My feet wont reach the ground though, bargin or no, I dont want to do the fall off each time I stop manouvers funny as they may be LOL

You'd be about the same hight as Mrs Mully and she can touch the ground.

If she was a more experieced rider, we'd keep it for her.

One problem with the RF though - it starts. I know you're not used to that.....

[Crazy Steve]

A Suzuki GN250 Turbo ? ? :yes:

Crazy Steve.

[ynot slow]

Zuki GS500 2 cylinder

[Mom]

You'd be about the same hight as Mrs Mully and she can touch the ground.

If she was a more experieced rider, we'd keep it for her.

One problem with the RF though - it starts. I know you're not used to that.....

Oh you are cruising tonight boyo :spanking: I fuxed that problem.

Seriously? What is the seat height? Go on you know you want to measure it for me :yes:

[Mully]

Seriously? What is the seat height? Go on you know you want to measure it for me :yes:

According to the Google (I should be peeling wallpaper, not interneting, if I go out the door I'm in trouble) - it's 805mm.

It's well shaped though - Mrs Mully is 162cm and has severe short-leg syndrome - you're welcome to at least have a sit on it and see what you think.

[Mom]

According to the Google (I should be peeling wallpaper, not interneting, if I go out the door I'm in trouble) - it's 805mm.

It's well shaped though - Mrs Mully is 162cm and has severe short-leg syndrome - you're welcome to at least have a sit on it and see what you think.

5 and a bit cms taller than me, but I am encouraged by the short leg syndrome comment LOL Whatcha doing Sunday?

[kave]

GSX1200, I'm 5'5" with very short legs and I can almost flat foot it. Low center of gravity makes it easy to throw around, even at walking pace (or slower). Even better, mine is for sale.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Tourers/auction-350898852.htm

[Crazy Steve]

Suzuki GN400 Turbo ? ?

Crazy Steve.

[nallac]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-345105994.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-345223724.htm

One of these would suit ya Mom..... go on you know you want one.....

[Berg]

675 Street Triple or if they are a bit $$$$$$$ maybe a ER6 n or f. Both are a nice upright position but not cruiserish

[Motu]

There is one motorcycle manufacturer that has always made bikes specifically for short people...they make a low version of one of their standard bikes.But of course you would never consider a bike from those who have gone out of their way to consider short people should be able to ride.

[Ocean1]

675 Street Triple or if they are a bit $$$$$$$ maybe a ER6 n or f. Both are a nice upright position but not cruiserish

Yup the ER6 devices are a damn fine bit of kit. Good for ducks also.

[Maha]

There is one motorcycle manufacturer that has always made bikes specifically for short people...they make a low version of one of their standard bikes.But of course you would never consider a bike from those who have gone out of their way to consider short people should be able to ride.

That new low Harley is pretty cool, non forward controls eh?

[Toaster]

The BB has a seat height of 780mm, and is 600ccs of raw powa :facepalm:

I am not a cruiser rider, nor a sport bike rider so I am looking for something in between.

Raw what? hehehe.... BIKE SHOPPING!!!! My favorite pastime.

Great to hear you are working again Anne. All the best for that and for looking for a bike that suits your needs.

[Edbear]

So, it appears that the time has come. I want to upgrade my wheels. Much as I love The BB, I have served my time on her and I need something much more reliable.

I have a new job that involves a bit of a commute, with the current cost of petrol I can not see myself driving the car back and forward for very long. One tiny, weeny problem though...

I am a short arse :yes: I dont have a HUGE amount of money to spend and I want something reliable that has a bit of spark. I know we have talked about this before but fresh eyes and all that. The BB has a seat height of 780mm, and is 600ccs of raw powa :facepalm:

I am not a cruiser rider, nor a sport bike rider so I am looking for something in between. Has anyone seen anything recently that might fit the bill? I dont want a little bike, I could not think of anything worse, I want to travel on this bike not just commute. All my riding is open road stuff with a little bit of traffic to contend with from time to time.

Darn! I know just the bike... :yes: Lotsa grunt, best handling cruiser, 60mpg, carry all your gear anywhere, anytime, low to the ground with lots of room, looks fabulous... Cage drivers think you're a cop coming up behind them... :innocent: You're welcome to visit and try it on for size...:scooter: About time you two popped in again anyway... :sunny:

[MadDuck]

.... non forward controls eh?

Is that "TradeMark" terminology to HD? :innocent:

[wysper]

Zuki GS500 2 cylinder

+1 on this, I had the GS500E a while back, naked one. It was great fun, a good commuter and was very reliable. Could go pretty quick when it needed to too.

Don't like the fully faired new ones so much.

[Edbear]

Is that "TradeMark" terminology to HD? :innocent:

Or does he mean the controls are backward...? :shutup:

[EJK]

<img src="http://technomotortrend.files.wordpress.com/2010/05/2009-bimota-db7b-small.jpg" />

What's ya budget range?

[Edbear]

+1 on this, I had the GS500E a while back, naked one. It was great fun, a good commuter and was very reliable. Could go pretty quick when it needed to too.

Don't like the fully faired new ones so much.

I do, I think they look great! :yes:

[BMWST?]

as has already been said Suzuki gs 500 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/CategoryAttributeSearchResults.aspx?search=1&mcat=0001-0026-1255-&sidebar=1&39=Sports&40=Suzuki&153=&9=500&9=500&24=0&24=0&51=0&51=0&sidebarSearch_keypresses=0&sidebarSearch_suggested=0),or

[skinman]

HD sportys quite low, I mean 'to tall to be a hobbit' rides one & she is way shorter than you :D

[FJRider]

Ther's a few of these around ...

http://www.mmb.cz/MMB.cz/repository/Image/galerie/images/yamaha651832009tdm900dpbmxeurstu0004-large.jpg

Oh ..... the RF900's are pretty good machine ... not too tall in the saddle area either.

I would suggest an FJ1200 ... but you're not used to that amount of PURE power ... :innocent:

[Mom]

There is one motorcycle manufacturer that has always made bikes specifically for short people...they make a low version of one of their standard bikes.But of course you would never consider a bike from those who have gone out of their way to consider short people should be able to ride.

Eh? I would have turned to the dark side a while ago, Anniversay Night Rod. Maybe I should arrange a test ride?


Raw what? hehehe.... BIKE SHOPPING!!!! My favorite pastime.

Great to hear you are working again Anne. All the best for that and for looking for a bike that suits your needs.

Shut Up with the raw what? It has MOAR POWA ok? :laugh:

I am being a few weeks previous here, but man I have been hanging out to be in a position to change my wheels. Give me a couple of pay days and ummmmmmm...



Darn! I know just the bike... :yes: Lotsa grunt, best handling cruiser, 60mpg, carry all your gear anywhere, anytime, low to the ground with lots of room, looks fabulous... Cage drivers think you're a cop coming up behind them... :innocent: You're welcome to visit and try it on for size...:scooter: About time you two popped in again anyway... :sunny:

Oh Eddybear...

Your bike is lovely jubbley, but too big for this little gal. Yes my feet hit the ground, but the reach is a bit bigger than I am used to. Maybe I can take it for a ride soon?


Is that "TradeMark" terminology to HD? :innocent:

I thought all you needed to do to ride a tractor was to be able to get into the rythmn...PO-TAE-TOE-PO-TAE-TOE. Only time you needed to be worried was when the words did nt come evenly :shit:


+1 on this, I had the GS500E a while back, naked one. It was great fun, a good commuter and was very reliable. Could go pretty quick when it needed to too.

Don't like the fully faired new ones so much.

Can you find me a linky/piccy? Mom is in full lazy mode tonight...pinot gris :drool:


HD sportys quite low, I mean 'to tall to be a hobbit' rides one & she is way shorter than you :D

Yeah, sporties. Yeear, but no, but yeear, but no, but.... mmmmmmmm

[HenryDorsetCase]

So, it appears that the time has come. I want to upgrade my wheels. Much as I love The BB, I have served my time on her and I need something much more reliable.

I have a new job that involves a bit of a commute, with the current cost of petrol I can not see myself driving the car back and forward for very long. One tiny, weeny problem though...

I am a short arse :yes: I dont have a HUGE amount of money to spend and I want something reliable that has a bit of spark. I know we have talked about this before but fresh eyes and all that. The BB has a seat height of 780mm, and is 600ccs of raw powa :facepalm:

I am not a cruiser rider, nor a sport bike rider so I am looking for something in between. Has anyone seen anything recently that might fit the bill? I dont want a little bike, I could not think of anything worse, I want to travel on this bike not just commute. All my riding is open road stuff with a little bit of traffic to contend with from time to time.


Vespa GTS300. Sportzone down here had one that is under a year old for seven grand.

I'll ride it up for you

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Scooters/auction-351912296.htm

[HenryDorsetCase]

That new low Harley is pretty cool, non forward controls eh?

$13k brand spankers too.

I'm keen to take one for a spin.

[skinman]

How about S50, another 800 twin. I found to short for me but should be ok for you.
Or Motto Guzzi Nevada:drool: mmmm motto guzzi

[Edbear]

Oh Eddybear...

Your bike is lovely jubbley, but too big for this little gal. Yes my feet hit the ground, but the reach is a bit bigger than I am used to. Maybe I can take it for a ride soon?



LOL!!! Jus' kiddin' love. We do need that tongue-in-cheek smiley! :innocent: You're more than welcome to have a ride on it anytime though... :yes:

[MadDuck]

HD sportys quite low, I mean 'to tall to be a hobbit' rides one & she is way shorter than you :D

:moon: you will keep mister......when you least expect it .... watch out for revenge of the hobbits coming to a place near you.....

[Mom]

Vespa GTS300. Sportzone down here had one that is under a year old for seven grand.

I'll ride it up for you

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Scooters/auction-351912296.htm

Fank you for the offer. How can I go all roung the country side on that? If I just wanted to do the Dorkland motorway, back and forth I might have been tempted, for that is cute.


How about S50, another 800 twin. I found to short for me but should be ok for you.
Or Motto Guzzi Nevada:drool: mmmm motto guzzi

Pics please...

I love bikes but...

[Mom]

LOL!!! Jus' kiddin' love. We do need that tongue-in-cheek smiley! :innocent: You're more than welcome to have a ride on it anytime though... :yes:

Do you think it could do with a run to Paeroa for more exposure? I promise I wont drop it. I will even pay to laminate a for sale sign...LOL


:moon: you will keep mister......when you least expect it .... watch out for revenge of the hobbits coming to a place near you.....

Oh dear God!

[KiWiP]

Suzuki GSX750F

I'm not an experienced rider so I feel qualified to recommend my bike (not my one I love her and will be buried with her [oops probably a bit too revealing])

I commute and she is easy on the clutch and brakes for stacked up traffic but loose and free for the open road (just did >5Km in the south Island)

It's not a sexy bike but it has lived up to all of the reviews I read before buying it.

(plus it's black and my nephew says I definitely lose 20Kg when I stand beside it. [MMmh! Tongue in cheek? Surely not?]

[Edbear]

Do you think it could do with a run to Paeroa for more exposure? I promise I wont drop it. I will even pay to laminate a for sale sign...LOL
!

Could be an idea. Rego is on hold at the mo so I was offering to reg/Wof, (3mths reg) for the new owner. I'm sure we could work something out. Wof will be a piece of cake.

[Pussy]

Haven't clicked any of the links...

What about a Suzuki GSR 600?

[Mom]

Could be an idea. Rego is on hold at the mo so I was offering to reg/Wof, (3mths reg) for the new owner. I'm sure we could work something out. Wof will be a piece of cake.

Hmmmmmm...

My brain is doing all sorts of things. First thing, I need to see if I want to take responsibility for it, ie. I have a wee ride on it, I am happy I wont drop it, then I am happy to ride it. Oh MY...

[Smifffy]

Is Katie's M50 still for sale?

That bike looked mint when I last saw it (of course it should have done, she'd only just bought it) but I bet it still looks good.

[skinman]

there a a few S50s on TM but no nevada

[Edbear]

Hmmmmmm...

My brain is doing all sorts of things. First thing, I need to see if I want to take responsibility for it, ie. I have a wee ride on it, I am happy I wont drop it, then I am happy to ride it. Oh MY...

No probs, just come around sometime and you can take it up our street to see if it fits.


Is Katie's M50 still for sale?

That bike looked mint when I last saw it (of course it should have done, she'd only just bought it) but I bet it still looks good.

I think she still has it. It's a bit big for her but she's so tiny you could fold her up and put her in your pocket!

[skinman]

If you really wanted to ride a C50 mine is legal but I am a wee way away from you.

Hi Mad Duck :D

[blackdog]

I immediately thought sporty aswell, but like smiffy said katies m50 is definitely worth looking at (just check to see she hasnt scraped the pegs off it)

the other thought i had, i reckon ticks all yer boxes

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-351583952.htm

[Mom]

the other thought i had, i reckon ticks all yer boxes

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-351583952.htm

That is triple yummyness. Hmmm. Money is about right too. Fingers crossed, my feet reach the ground.

[nallac]

I immediately thought sporty aswell, but like smiffy said katies m50 is definitely worth looking at (just check to see she hasnt scraped the pegs off it)

the other thought i had, i reckon ticks all yer boxes

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-351583952.htm

Thats a good bike... I'd sooner have that than one of those heavy slow overpriced sporty piece's of sh.....

[blackdog]

That is triple yummyness. Hmmm. Money is about right too. Fingers crossed, my feet reach the ground.

;) thought you might like it

seat height will be sweet, you'll probably be able to flat foot it

[Smifffy]

That is triple yummyness. Hmmm. Money is about right too. Fingers crossed, my feet reach the ground.

Tis a twin.

[Mom]

;) thought you might like it

seat height will be sweet, you'll probably be able to flat foot it

If you are pulling my titties I will hunt you down :innocent:

OMG, that is so yummy :drool:

[Edbear]

If you are pulling my titties I will hunt you down :innocent:

OMG, that is so yummy :drool:

You mean Maha will hunt him down... :innocent:

[Gubb]

Get a fucking Triumph.

Specifically, a Bonnie.

[Gremlin]

Sharry has a CB600, and she manages it fine. Trudes had a CB900 with lowered seat, as she's short as well. She was selling a while ago, don't know what happened, but getting a lowered seat and suspension is easy enough, and the CB900 is crazy reliable.

Other option is an ER6, I know a couple of ladies with those, with short legs. Also depends what style of bike you like, if you want wind protection etc.

[SPman]

a Dan Gurney Alligator..........

XR700 Honda motor....

[NZsarge]

Earlier XJR1300. Nuff said. Tis a sexy beast, 2010 model (fuel injected) for sale on TM for $9K.

[RiderInBlack]

The Hornet is a nice bike, not the 900 I cant touch the ground on them :pinch:The newer Honda Hornet 600 are awesome. Have had them as loaner when my bike was being serviced. See http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/59206-Northland-Thursday-Night-Ride.?p=1855339#post1855339 & http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/59206-Northland-Thursday-Night-Ride.?p=1856309#post1856309 &
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/59206-Northland-Thursday-Night-Ride.?p=1856695#post1856695
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[Owl]

If you are pulling my titties I will hunt you down :innocent:

OMG, that is so yummy :drool:

Yeah, but it's not a triple!:no:

I have the perfect solution for low seat, triple and oooooomph. A Bonneville SE with a 1050 transplant...............and both are sitting in my garage.:whistle:

[beatswalkin]

I think you'd find the T-100 will work for you, and the SE is a bit lower in the saddle, too.

I did a trip to the Burt Munro last year with some friends, one of 'em on a T-100 and it went extremely well - very comfortable and heaps of power.

If you can handle a retro 250, the Kawasaki Estrella is an interesting option. I used mine for the trip to Invercargill and it went surprisingly well, albeit with only 20 HP on tap, it's a bit underpowered. It's a great bike for 'round town and day trips (I did the Coast-to-Coast in 2009 on it, no problem)

I'm toying with the idea of selling mine (as the Shadow has fast become the main bike), so PM me if you're interested in having a look.

[Maha]

Sharry has a CB600, and she manages it fine. Trudes had a CB900 with lowered seat, as she's short as well. She was selling a while ago, don't know what happened, but getting a lowered seat and suspension is easy enough, and the CB900 is crazy reliable.

Other option is an ER6, I know a couple of ladies with those, with short legs. Also depends what style of bike you like, if you want wind protection etc.
Trudes bike would be a great buy, Im sure it had more done to it than just being lowered?
A standard 02'cb600 (new ones are a bit tall) was tried on for size a few months ago and was a perfect fit, needed a bit of work done on it though.

Yeah, but it's not a triple!:no:

I have the perfect solution for low seat, triple and oooooomph. A Bonneville SE with a 1050 transplant...............and both are sitting in my garage.:whistle:

Is it no longer used?

[boman]

If you are pulling my titties I will hunt you down :innocent:

OMG, that is so yummy :drool:

IIRC, Tink tried one on at AMPS. She be 5'2". She was quite comfortable on it too. She felt it was a bit heavy, but it was crammed in amongst other bikes, and the last thing we wanted was a Triumph Domino effect.......

:facepalm:

[Mom]

She felt it was a bit heavy, but it was crammed in amongst other bikes, and the last thing we wanted was a Triumph Domino effect.......

:facepalm:

My current bike is only about 20 kgs lighter than Maha's CB1300 so I am used to cranking a bit of weight off the side stand. Newer bikers are much better weighted than mine is so I am not picking weight will be an issue. I got on a Nightrod at AMPS a couple of years ago, it just popped off the stand into my hands I was amazed.

[Edbear]

My current bike is only about 20 kgs lighter than Maha's CB1300 so I am used to cranking a bit of weight off the side stand. Newer bikers are much better weighted than mine is so I am not picking weight will be an issue. I got on a Nightrod at AMPS a couple of years ago, it just popped off the stand into my hands I was amazed.

And you gave it back...?????????? :gob:

[Mom]

And you gave it back...?????????? :gob:

It was the anniversay model too, very pretty paint scheme. Closest I have ever come to turning to the dark side I can tell you. Circumstances including no money prevented me from an impulse buy :lol:

[Edbear]

It was the anniversay model too, very pretty paint scheme. Closest I have ever come to turning to the dark side I can tell you. Circumstances including no money prevented me from an impulse buy :lol:

Oh, yeah, that bit... :bye:

[Fatt Max]

For what it's worth mate, Mrs Max is selling her Vespa LX50.

Sad day, the end of the Hills Angels...

[Owl]

Is it no longer used?

Both very little lately:facepalm:

[yungatart]

GS 1200...a very sexy bike, can be easily lowered if necessary. The one I sat on, I had my feet flat on the ground and my knees were bent!

BMW 650..like Jafar's...they aren't that tall!

Honda Bros...basically the big brother of Zac's Spada...older bikes now, but still some good ones around.

[Maha]

Really? the GS?....looks like it was born with a clubed foot and has been bashed by a rather angry brick wall.
or....do you mean one of these....http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-351271178.htm

[yungatart]

No. Its either a GS or GSX 1200. Not a bandit. It is a retro styled naked and comes in the most stunning candy apple red. Quite rare.
I will hunt out a pic.....

[HenryDorsetCase]

Yeah, but it's not a triple!:no:

I have the perfect solution for low seat, triple and oooooomph. A Bonneville SE with a 1050 transplant...............and both are sitting in my garage.:whistle:

until the first time you gassed it and it bent the frame in half!

[MSTRS]

....do you mean one of these....http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-351271178.htm

Pretty sure that's the one. YT sat on one locally awhile ago. We both remember it as being very small (esp for a 1200). In fact, it didn't seem any bigger that the Radian, but it was way better balanced, so weight wasn't an issue.

[Owl]

until the first time you gassed it and it bent the frame in half!

Of course, there is that!:laugh:

[PrincessBandit]

I'm not selling mine but you would be most welcome to have a blat on my bandit if you'd like just for a feel (oooo, and I don't say that to everyone :blink: ). The seat height is 770mm and the only thing I could say against it is that it's heavy. However, at 5'1" I find it a really comfortable bike to ride so the offer is there for you to try it.

[Mom]

I'm not selling mine but you would be most welcome to have a blat on my bandit if you'd like just for a feel (oooo, and I don't say that to everyone :blink: ). The seat height is 770mm and the only thing I could say against it is that it's heavy. However, at 5'1" I find it a really comfortable bike to ride so the offer is there for you to try it.

Are you launch lunching with the fat bikers tomorrow Dawn? We are heading down, I would love to have a sit on it. 770 is less than the Radian too.

[Gubb]

This thread is full of midgets.

[Mom]

This thread is full of midgets.

Best you mind your ankles sonny jim.

[MSTRS]

Well, it is only a little thread, afterall.

[Maha]

Pretty sure that's the one. YT sat on one locally awhile ago. We both remember it as being very small (esp for a 1200). In fact, it didn't seem any bigger that the Radian, but it was way better balanced, so weight wasn't an issue.

On the first page Kave posted his, its for sale. He came here prior to buying the 1200 to seat check the CB, as he was looking to buy one. Ended up with the 1200 because of his shortish legs so, could be an option.

[MadDuck]

This thread is full of midgets.

But what a jolly bunch of midgets they be :sunny:

[Edbear]

On the first page Kave posted his, its for sale. He came here prior to buying the 1200 to seat check the CB, as he was looking to buy one. Ended up with the 1200 because of his shortish legs so, could be an option.

Hard to find one for sale, but the 750 version would probably be ideal.

[Edbear]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-352548684.htm

This is the Bandit version but the GSX750Y is like hen's teeth!

[kave]

As far as I can tell, the GSX1200y has a seat height that is between 5mm and 10mm lower than the GSX750, depending on the year. I tried the XJR1200 which was a bit taller, and felt more sluggish to turn. The CB1300 was a really nice bike but was far too tall for me.

Another short person bike is the SZR660 http://www.redbaron.co.nz/details.asp?vehicle_id=1214165 which I really considered when I got my current bike. Its a really low and narrow but comfortable seat. A really fun and flickable bike.

[jafar]

stop pissing around & just use MAHA's CB1300 :sunny:

BMW F650 g/s or c/s, Nice & light , easy to use & really good on fuel. As I remember you sat on the one I had & liked it.:innocent:

Then I sold it :facepalm:

[Gremlin]

Trudes bike would be a great buy, Im sure it had more done to it than just being lowered?
Suspension courtesy of Dr Rob and seat I believe, was it. I'm sure Mom is already aware, but don't just check seat heights. The width of the seat (possibly tank as well) can also dictate how easy it is for the uh... vertically challenged (shortarses).

A taller seat, but narrower may well be easier than a shorter seat that's wider (not huge differences in measurements for height, obviously).

[SPman]

GSX1200y - the Suzuki "not-a-Bandit" 1200

[Gareth51]

I have your bike on trade me

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353361752

[fossil]

Best you mind your ankles sonny jim.

Hi Anne,
Since your'e really active on KB(in a nice way), how about a postie bike?:innocent:

No, oh well a CB1300S is pretty good at everything even if a little tall for us vertically challenged.

[ops.normal]

Howdy... 2 cents, the GS500 is not a bad little ship. There's a few decent going on Tardme...including a sub 4k one:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-352368643.htm

Have fun bike hunting ;)

[trailblazer]

I have your bike on trade me

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353361752
that is all sorts of coolness. Can't wait till i get my full. :yes:

[Scouse]

Do you do Italian No but someone told me that you do Greek

[blackdog]

No but someone told me that you do Greek

i've seen your number plate, sure you don't know from experience?

[Laava]

So Anne, what'd you settle on?

[Mom]

So Anne, what'd you settle on?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353077546

:drool: :drool:

I have just received my positive report assessment of the bike, and the negotiations have begun :yes:

[trailblazer]

cool looking bike you will have a heap of fun on that.

[slofox]

Damn! Dat's some bike Mom!

[Tink]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353077546

:drool: :drool:

I have just received my positive report assessment of the bike, and the negotiations have begun :yes:


Gorgeous, and thats a understatement, Polly friend from Puhoi rides a Buell 5ft3 and man she flies... GOOD LUCK with negotiations!!!! :yes::scooter:

[raftn]

Very Very Pretty. Will suit you to a tee!

[Mom]

Damn! Dat's some bike Mom!


Gorgeous, and thats a understatement, Polly friend from Puhoi rides a Buell 5ft3 and man she flies... GOOD LUCK with negotiations!!!! :yes::scooter:

It is my dream bike :yes:

I fell in love with it 4 years ago but was not in a position to buy it. I never thought I might get a 2nd chance, but lo and behold, just as things start coming together for me, Maha finds it for sale :love:

Tomorrow will be the day, a couple more phone calls and it will be a done deal...

I hope

They do say good things are worth waiting for :yes:

[trailblazer]

having to wait for four years for your dream bike :love: will only make every ride even more enjoyable. good luck with the negotiations and i hope it all works out for you. :woohoo:

[Mom]

Gorgeous, and thats a understatement, Polly friend from Puhoi rides a Buell 5ft3 and man she flies... GOOD LUCK with negotiations!!!! :yes::scooter:

Flying is a relative turn of phrase :yes:

I expect I will FLY on it too :woohoo:

Fingers crossed eh!

[Number One]

Nice! Enjoy it :) I likes the see through red buzz

[Tink]

Flying is a relative turn of phrase :yes:

I expect I will FLY on it too :woohoo:

Fingers crossed eh!

Lol she leaves me in her dust... basically! Sooo happy you have been able to buy your dream bike, very cool :):woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[dreamR]

i havent read this whole thread, but going from your first couple of posts, i reckon a street triple would be right up your alley. theyre not a touring bike and theyre not a full sport bike, but sorta sit in the middle and give you the best of both worlds. all my sport bike rider friends raved about the comfortable seating position after riding mine. the other plus is theyre a light bike (like 160kg dry i think) and the seat is fairly low so should be well manageable even for a shorter rider

[FROSTY]

Hey Mom. have you concidered a VTR250 or a spada 250.
Yea they are "lerner" bikes but frankly I reckon thats a bit of a crock. You get a skinny light bike thats capable of well over the legal speed limit.

[Laava]

Geez Anne, you are NEVER going to get to ride this! Mark will be out on it raping it's lustiness at every avail op! And then he will let me have a go?
http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/tq/93/159322093.jpg

[MSTRS]

Do I see a KB delivery relay in the near future? With an anxious owner waiting nervously in her soon-to-be-filled gargre?

[Mom]

Geez Anne, you are NEVER going to get to ride this! Mark will be out on it raping it's lustiness at every avail op! And then he will let me have a go?
http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/tq/93/159322093.jpg

Like hell he will :killingme:

I know it is a little beauty for sure.


Do I see a KB delivery relay in the near future? With an anxious owner waiting nervously in her soon-to-be-filled gargre?

My weekends are rather busy in the next little while, but if I can buy it, we will ride down to Welly and then ride back. I have every second Friday off work so we can do it over 3 days :yes:

[Gubb]

My weekends are rather busy in the next little while, but if I can buy it, we will ride down to Welly and then ride back. I have every second Friday off work so we can do it over 3 days :yes:

.... I can pick it up for you. I won't ride it, I promise. Scouts Honour.

[MadDuck]

..... we will ride down to Welly and then ride back.

Yay. Road trip!

[Maha]

Yay. Road trip!

Thought was, down as far as say, the Manawatu district on the Friday, Wellington on the Saturday, pick bike up and back as far as Taumuranui, home on Sunday.

negotiations have started.

[blackdog]

Thought was, down as far as say, the Manawatu district on the Friday, Wellington on the Saturday, pick bike up and back as far as Taumuranui, home on Sunday.

negotiations have started.

we are in the hutt, if you'd like a bed down here just let me know

alternatively i could just pick it up and deliver to your door;)

[Maha]

we are in the hutt, if you'd like a bed down here just let me know

alternatively i could just pick it up and deliver to your door;)

Ok so thats now 15 names to add to the insurance list....:facepalm:
Seriously though, the decision on how it gets here will be made as soon as some money has changed hands.

[FJRider]

Ok so thats now 15 names to add to the insurance list....:facepalm:
Seriously though, the decision on how it gets here will be made as soon as some money has changed hands.

I could pick it up and do the Wellington - Christchurch leg ... :innocent:

[Monie]

come on you guys you no you want to see us again... we can pick it up for you ...lol i wont let cowboyz ride it ...lol

[blackdog]

Ok so thats now 15 names to add to the insurance list....:facepalm:
Seriously though, the decision on how it gets here will be made as soon as some money has changed hands.

don't sweat, was tongue in cheek

why would you want anyone to bring it to you when there could be a ROAD TRIP!

[Gremlin]

I'll pick it up from wherever the 15th person has left it and deliver it home... :yes:

[Mom]

.... I can pick it up for you. I won't ride it, I promise. Scouts Honour.

You proably could pick it up, it is tiny like me, you would not be able to ride it, your knees would be up around your elbows.


Yay. Road trip!

Damn straight Ducky!


come on you guys you no you want to see us again... we can pick it up for you ...lol i wont let cowboyz ride it ...lol

Yes please, party at yours on the Friday night we come down to pick it up. It is in Upper Hutt so really close to you guys, we wont have to get up really early. I wont let cowboyz ride it either :lol:


I'll pick it up from wherever the 15th person has left it and deliver it home... :yes:

Gosh, you lot are all really lovely offering to bring my bike up for me.

[Gremlin]

Gosh, you lot are all really lovely offering to bring my bike up for me.
naww... I just like riding things :ride:

[Mom]

To give you guys an idea of what I am attempting to purchase I have uploaded some pics showing the difference in seat heights, and what a "normal" sized person looks like riding it. I am only little :woohoo:

[Mom]

Hey Mom. have you concidered a VTR250 or a spada 250.
Yea they are "lerner" bikes but frankly I reckon thats a bit of a crock. You get a skinny light bike thats capable of well over the legal speed limit.

Short answer to that is no. I dont want to ride a 250, I dont really care how fast they can potentially go, speed is over rated in my book, it is all about torque for me, that, and style.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353077546

[blackdog]

Short answer to that is no. I dont want to ride a 250, I dont really care how fast they can potentially go, speed is over rated in my book, it is all about torque for me, that, and style.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353077546

:rofl: i can't believe it even warranted a reply

[ynot slow]

Yes please, party at yours on the Friday night we come down to pick it up. It is in Upper Hutt so really close to you guys, we wont have to get up really early. I wont let cowboyz ride it either :lol:


Don't mean he won't try to paint it green.

[Maha]

Don't mean he won't try to paint it green.

....and/or add duct tape.:facepalm:

[ynot slow]

....and/or add duct tape.:facepalm:

Look neat in green with number 10 duct taped over it,might hide the fact it's the quad bike equivalent of a tractor lol,mind you I looked at a blue,but one feel of pillion seat and SHE said No way,one day me balls will make an appearance from said handbag.

[nallac]

but one feel of pillion seat and SHE said No way,one day me balls will make an appearance from said handbag.

thats why they make the Uly, or the XT for the less offroad(in context) inclined....

[GOONR]

To give you guys an idea of what I am attempting to purchase I have uploaded some pics showing the difference in seat heights, and what a "normal" sized person looks like riding it. I am only little :woohoo:

It's like a motorbike... just smaller.

[Mom]

It's like a motorbike... just smaller.

Precisely! HI FIVE!!!!!

[nallac]

It's like a motorbike... just smaller.

like a scooter is?....

[Mom]

like a scooter is?....

NOT like a scooter! Are you going to be able to get a leave pass for 2 nights when I go collect this beauty?

[nallac]

prob can't get 2 nights leave, one at the most.....
its only a day trip any way Mom.

[Mom]

prob can't get 2 nights leave, one at the most.....
its only a day trip any way Mom.

For a youngster maybe. I am an old lady :shutup:

[ynot slow]

Never too old for riding.:woohoo:

[MSTRS]

Don't mean he won't try to paint it green.


....and/or add duct tape.:facepalm:

...and papier mache...

[FROSTY]

Have you had the opertunity to actually ride one mom?
I'm not in any way saying don't buy one just that you might wanna have a bit of a blast on one first.
I was lucky enough to get a decent squirt on blackbuels bike and it was fantastic from my POV
it felt like my wrists were connected directly to the front axle the steering was that precise and torque for africa. a VERY sporty bike what I diddn't like was the feeling I had to short shift (change at 4500) but I guess you just ride to suit.

[Maha]

Trademe question?
This bike started out asking $10K...once a Wellington friend gave us a very detailed appraisal, the words..'or near offer' were added. Two offers have now been made. The second offer was a very reasonable 'or near offer' offer.
She said no, and now the price has changed yet again to $11500 or near offer.
Question is....is this within the trademe rules?...its not an auction, just a listing.

[Buyasta]

Trademe question?
This bike started out asking $10K...once a Wellington friend gave us a very detailed appraisal, the words..'or near offer' were added. Two offers have now been made. The second offer was a very reasonable 'or near offer' offer.
She said no, and now the price has changed yet again to $11500 or near offer.
Question is....is this within the trademe rules?...its not an auction, just a listing.

Yup, it's a bit bastardly, but it isn't verboten by their rules.

[James Deuce]

Complete bitch.

Those things went out the door just under $14k new after the "disaster".

So take 20% off for just rolling it out the door, 10% for each year and 5% per 10,000kms traveled and then you've still got an inflated price compared to most 2nd hand markets around the world.

[Owl]

Agree with JD!

Walk and find something else.

[Mom]

*sigh* I have asked her twice now what she wants for it, ignored both times, the only response is the price increase. She reckons she has someone else in the loop too. Lets see if they want to pay $11.5K for it. I am not going to :crybaby:

[Owl]

Gutted for you Mom:angry:

First $ is usually the best $. Let's see where greed gets her?

[James Deuce]

It does indeed suck, and I know you've been keen on one of these since they came out, but where there's one, there's another.

[Number One]

Stink buzz - sounds like she is being a greedy bitch. Fark her..hopefully you find another one somewhere closer instead.:yes:

[NZsarge]

*sigh* I have asked her twice now what she wants for it, ignored both times, the only response is the price increase. She reckons she has someone else in the loop too. Lets see if they want to pay $11.5K for it. I am not going to :crybaby:

I can't remember the prices but their are a couple of them for sale at Anza's and one of them is new and the is "as new". Oh... One's blue and the other red.

[ynot slow]

Have the last laugh,when the other persons offer falls flat re-offer $1000 less than your original.Then say final offer take or leave,if bike is sold so be it.

[Mom]

I can't remember the prices but their are a couple of them for sale at Anza's and one of them is new and the is "as new". Oh... One's blue and the other red.

I am too little in height for the standard Buell, I need the "low" model.


Have the last laugh,when the other persons offer falls flat re-offer $1000 less than your original.Then say final offer take or leave,if bike is sold so be it.

Have just sent this e-mail.

Hi there

I have not heard back from you, and just re-checked the Trade-Me listing to see the asking price has gone from $10,000 ono, to $11,500 ono, which is a real shame.

I was prepared to pay up to $10,000 for your bike, I will not pay $11,500. Good luck with the sale.

Mom.

I should have put more emphasis on the WAS, but hey lets see what happens. $10k is over the odds, but I was prepared to pay it to get my dream bike, while I may be a little bit Buell struck in this instance, I am not a fool.

Bit gutted, but tomorrow is another day, and I am off to Paeroa for the BOTS, cant be all bad.

[NZsarge]

I am too little in height for the standard Buell, I need the "low" model.

Lowering it wouldn't be a problem, hell we've got a gas axe lying around here somewhere.

Have just sent this e-mail.

Hi there

I have not heard back from you, and just re-checked the Trade-Me listing to see the asking price has gone from $10,000 ono, to $11,500 ono, which is a real shame.

I was prepared to pay up to $10,000 for your bike, I will not pay $11,500. Good luck with the sale.

Mom.

I should have put more emphasis on the WAS, but hey lets see what happens. $10k is over the odds, but I was prepared to pay it to get my dream bike, while I may be a little bit Buell struck in this instance, I am not a fool.

Bit gutted, but tomorrow is another day, and I am off to Paeroa for the BOTS, cant be all bad.
Sounds like she's playing funny buggers, if you hear nothing back then she was fishing and it time to move on to someone more serious.
I still this a XJR1300 would be a nice bike, i'm getting one if i win lotto as I won't be selling the 14 anytime soon.

[Mom]

Sounds like she's playing funny buggers, if you hear nothing back then she was fishing and it time to move on to someone more serious.
I still this a XJR1300 would be a nice bike, i'm getting one if i win lotto as I won't be selling the 14 anytime soon.

It did cross my mind that this thread was being read by some one associated with her and she heard I REALLY was keen. I was REALLY keen, still am, but wont pay much more than what it is worth, on the strength the seller is telling me she has someone prepared to pay more than my last offer.

She knows where I stand now, I really hope she comes back to me as I REALLY want to buy that bike, but if not then hey, I will go back to my original thought and buy a Bonnie :yes:

[NZsarge]

It did cross my mind that this thread was being read by some one associated with her and she heard I REALLY was keen. I was REALLY keen, still am, but wont pay much more than what it is worth, on the strength the seller is telling me she has someone prepared to pay more than my last offer.

She knows where I stand now, I really hope she comes back to me as I REALLY want to buy that bike, but if not then hey, I will go back to my original thought and buy a Bonnie :yes:

Don't give up on getting a Buell if that's what you want, lowering them can't be that big of an issue, that said nothing wrong with a late model Bonnie either.

[Mom]

Don't give up on getting a Buell if that's what you want, lowering them can't be that big of an issue, that said nothing wrong with a late model Bonnie either.

When it happens it will, if it doesn't it wont. I have had an immense amount of BUZZ with the thought I might be able to buy this little bike, that alone is half the fun :yes:

I have a Buell watch dog at home and many more of them scattered around the place. I am sure the next time one of these little cuties come up for sale I will be told about it.

I might have to change my screen saver at work though :pinch:

[Edbear]

When it happens it will, if it doesn't it wont. I have had an immense amount of BUZZ with the thought I might be able to buy this little bike, that alone is half the fun :yes:

I have a Buell watch dog at home and many more of them scattered around the place. I am sure the next time one of these little cuties come up for sale I will be told about it.

I might have to change my screen saver at work though :pinch:

Maha in a loin cloth not doing well, ha?

[Mom]

Maha in a loin cloth not doing well, ha?

Hmmmmm, thanks Ed, I will email myself one immediately :blip:

:rofl:

[Edbear]

Hmmmmm, thanks Ed, I will email myself one immediately :blip:

:rofl:

Just please don't send it to me by mistake... :sick:

[Maha]

Just please don't send it to me by mistake... :sick:

Dont worry Ed, it'll go straight to junk....:corn:

[FJRider]

Hmmmmm, thanks Ed, I will email myself one immediately :blip:

:rofl:

I could email one of me in a loincloth ... :yes:

as a screen saver ... :innocent:

it may ensure you stay busy whilst on the computer ... :facepalm:

[Maha]

I could email one of me in a loincloth ... :yes:

as a screen saver ... :innocent:

it may ensure you stay busy whilst on the computer ... :facepalm:

Screensaver on a cellphone would be suffice wouldn't it?...:sunny:

[Scouse]

Have you had the opertunity to actually ride one mom?
I'm not in any way saying don't buy one just that you might wanna have a bit of a blast on one first.
I was lucky enough to get a decent squirt on blackbuels bike and it was fantastic from my POV
it felt like my wrists were connected directly to the front axle the steering was that precise and torque for africa. a VERY sporty bike what I diddn't like was the feeling I had to short shift (change at 4500) but I guess you just ride to suit.

Again fuck off frosty and keep your wanky opinions to your self no one gives a fuck about what you think

[FROSTY]

Again fuck off frosty and keep your wanky opinions to your self no one gives a fuck about what you think If you don't like it -don't read it.-theres a little button you can push means ya can't read what I post. --feel free.

[Mom]

I have received this terse response for the seller;

"You didnot hear back from me as I have had Internet issues.

I was prepared to honour the original price for those who entered negotiations with me prior to the price increase. Seeking clarification from me and not jumping to conclusions here would have been key.

Perhaps offering your best price upfront would have resulted in you getting the sale."

I have gone back with;

Just to clarify something here, I made you two offers which you turned down, ie we were negotiating before you put the price up. I am prepared to pay you $10K for the bike. Still interested?

Stupid female.

[James Deuce]

Far too restrained.

[Mom]

Far too restrained.

If she accepts my offer I am considering telling her to FUCK OFF!

Stupid bitch!

I saw this really lovely lime green Triumph Street Triple at Paeroa today. I am almost certain I could sit astride one of them. I might do a bit of investigation. Anyone in my localle own one I could have a sit on?

[Number One]

I'd tell her to get fucked frankly.

[MadDuck]

+1 I am with Number One. Tell her to go for a long walk off a short pier....

[Fatt Max]

Hey, Bodir is selling this one if you are keen...

232731

[Mom]

Hey, Bodir is selling this one if you are keen...

232731

:rofl: Silly bugger.

[Smifffy]

+1 I am with Number One. Tell her to go for a long walk off a short pier....

I wouldn't bother opening any more of her emails frankly. I'd also blacklist her, I can't be bothered with fuckers on trademe anymore. Do a straight up deal or fuck off. Even when I'm just browsing if I see some loser trashing a bunch of people's feedback or something, I'll blacklist 'em in case one day they have for sale something I might be tempted by, or converesly I have for sale something they might want to mess around with.

The other thing that bugs me about a lot of these auctions "seller overseas" or "heading off overseas and need the money" posts.

WTF?

Why should I care, how does that make your item any more desireable, or justify the fact you ask top dollar?

If a week later it all turns to shit, you've already fucked off overseas and I have no recourse.

Fuck you.

Fuck off overseas, and if you left it too late to sell your shit, then best drop your price for a quick sale, or pay to store your pile of shit.

[Number One]

Hey I know of a Keeway with less only 1000k on it that will be in need of a new owner.

Interested?

LOL me neither!

[Little Miss Trouble]

If she accepts my offer I am considering telling her to FUCK OFF!

Stupid bitch!

I saw this really lovely lime green Triumph Street Triple at Paeroa today. I am almost certain I could sit astride one of them. I might do a bit of investigation. Anyone in my localle own one I could have a sit on?
Do eet! I have no patience for people who dick around on the sale of a vehicle. Either you're prepared to meet the market or your not and I really don't care if you're not but don't waste my time when I could be looking elsewhere!

The triples can be lowered quite easily too from what I understand - I rode a lowered one from Holeshot back when I was first looking to upgrade from the GPX.
Barrel of laughs it was and I had two flat feet on the ground(!) the only thing that stopped me buying one was the pricetag and at the time a lack of a second hand market.

[Mom]

The triples can be lowered quite easily too from what I understand - I rode a lowered one from Holeshot back when I was first looking to upgrade from the GPX.
Barrel of laughs it was and I had two flat feet on the ground(!) the only thing that stopped me buying one was the pricetag and at the time a lack of a second hand market.

Yeah, they do look like fun. Probably wasted as a commuter but I dont really care that much, I still ride weekends. Price I have not even considered, I probably cant afford one though :weep:

[boman]

OH Oh Oh ...Buy my SV1000. 24,000km. Always serviced. Good tyres.....Small step stool thrown in to help.....
:shutup::facepalm::innocent:

[Scouse]

You see that silly cow is asking over the odds for that bike my thinking is that $8,500 is where the market sits for that bike. Considering that mine cost $13,700 new in October

[Tink]

OH Oh Oh ...Buy my SV1000. 24,000km. Always serviced. Good tyres.....Small step stool thrown in to help.....
:shutup::facepalm::innocent:


and I know its pink... (cause its mine :angry:)

hehehehehhehehehe

[Mom]

You see that silly cow is asking over the odds for that bike my thinking is that $8,500 is where the market sits for that bike. Considering that mine cost $13,700 new in October

That is the price I was advised to pay, maybe $9. I have taken the pricker with her, does not pay to do that, I get a bit pissy. The bloke that has it listed told me verbally she would take $9700 for it. Then she bangs the price up. Fuck her!

[cc rider]

Burn the bitch :sunny:




I'll bring the mashmallows :wings:




Fuck I love roasted mashmallows... :love:

[Little Miss Trouble]

Yeah, they do look like fun. Probably wasted as a commuter but I dont really care that much, I still ride weekends. Price I have not even considered, I probably cant afford one though :weep:

Meh, so is my R6 but once she's sorted again I'll be commuting to tech on her.

There are some real dreamers out there but these two are quite realistic

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-343956111.htm


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-353361752.htm

[cc rider]

... I get a bit pissy!I blame the gin

:innocent:

[Number One]

Fuck I love roasted mashmallows...:love:

mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm in between chocolate wheatens is the BOMB!!!
dribble dribble dribble

[Edbear]

Oh well, there's always my bike in reserve.... :innocent:

[cc rider]

mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm in between chocolate wheatens is the BOMB!!!
dribble dribble dribbleMost yesly... with gin chasers... I maked guud ones... & 2 & 3's... :drinkup:

I found one of my bottles of gin, still at caveweta's... & some chocolate... No mixa for the gin, so the choc must die :angry:


... then we burn the bitch :yes:

[Maha]

Speaking of Triumph...http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=345156901

[cc rider]

Buy a Thruxton chicky-babe. They're more open to lowering if required.

... and so much sexier :woohoo:

[Smifffy]

Speaking of Triumph...http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=345156901

I love how they posed it directly over the oil stains on the concrete for the photos! :innocent: :scooter:

[James Deuce]

Buy a Thruxton chicky-babe. They're more open to lowering if required.

... and so much sexier :woohoo:

She's too short to reach the clip-ons on a Thruxton.

[cc rider]

You is going to die... I'll throw flowers... what's your fav? :yes:


Actually it depends how far back you stick your arse... the reaching handlebars bit

[NZsarge]

There are some real dreamers out there but these two are quite realistic

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-343956111.htm


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-353361752.htm
That's a couple of nice options. :niceone:

[Smifffy]

I love this one lol:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-327387481.htm

Can buy the exact same model, brand spanker and ride it out of a dealer's showroom for 3 grand less:

http://www.bayride.co.nz/New--Bikes/Triumph--Road--Bikes/Triumph--T100--1960--ANNIVERSARY--EDITION_298/


More tardme tossers - not that instantly collectible...

[James Deuce]

I love this one lol:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-327387481.htm

Can buy the exact same model, brand spanker and ride it out of a dealer's showroom for 3 grand less:

http://www.bayride.co.nz/New--Bikes/Triumph--Road--Bikes/Triumph--T100--1960--ANNIVERSARY--EDITION_298/


More tardme tossers - not that instantly collectible...

Thing is NZ has an 8% hit rate on Internet scams. 8%. The mind boggles. People still fall for that Nigerian bullshit, so you can see how easy it is for those Trademe scumbags to take advantage of people. It's not really "advantage" though, is it? 10 seconds research and you've got the RRP at your fingertips.

[short-circuit]

Sorry to hear the deal went south Anne - like someone else said though, there'll be another one out there with your name on it.

Hard to be philosophical when you've got your heart set on something I know but .... it was a Buell - some would say you've had a lucky escape

[Mom]

.... it was a Buell - some would say you've had a lucky escape

Ihave heard back from her :lol: Seems my offer is accceptable afterall. Now the fun begins...

I am in Welly next Saturday, I have a few hours after my meeting before my flight home, I will hopefully be able to get there to lay eyes, hands and bottom on the bike. She can wait till after I have done that for me to part with any cash. I still might not if I am not happy with it personally :sunny:

[FJRider]

Well that is as good as good news ... I hope things work out ... :yes:

[James Deuce]

Ihave heard back from her :lol: Seems my offer is accceptable afterall. Now the fun begins...

I am in Welly next Saturday, I have a few hours after my meeting before my flight home, I will hopefully be able to get there to lay eyes, hands and bottom on the bike. She can wait till after I have done that for me to part with any cash. I still might not if I am not happy with it personally :sunny:

I think that is jolly funny.

[MSTRS]

Ihave heard back from her :lol: Seems my offer is accceptable afterall. Now the fun begins...



NOW is the time to reduce your offer...

[Scouse]

Now is the time to drop your offer to $8,500

[The Pastor]

Now is the time to drop your offer to $8,500

tbh, if it were me (without the emotional attachment mom has to the bike) I would of ran away from this deal. Very crazy steve type selling. And we all know how crazy crazy steve is.

Plenty of bikes in the market, and now is the time to be buying!

Mom, hope what ever bike you choose works out well. Just don't rush into anything :sunny:

[FROSTY]

Short answer to that is no. I dont want to ride a 250, I dont really care how fast they can potentially go, speed is over rated in my book, it is all about torque for me, that, and style.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=353077546
OOPS- miles behind the conversation. That is danged sexy.

[Smifffy]

She's playing games. Possibly even following this thread. Walk away.

More ideas by PM..

[Mom]

I have withdrawn my offer.

She rang me tonight. The bike was not available for me to ride on the weekend. Even when I told her I would pay to have it transported to WMC or similar at my expense for a ride, it was not on. She does not trust anyone. It was available the weekend after if I wanted to ride it then. Apparently I had not expressed a great enough interest in buying the bike :shit:

I did ask if she thought I should give her a cash deposit to hold the bike, and whether that sounded a bit like a scam to her.

She is protective of her bike :yes:

May she be blessed with it for many years to come :shutup:

I am gutted. Back to the drawing board.

Thanks to eveyone for their help in this too.

[short-circuit]

What a bitch (can be read two ways)

[Slyer]

Something without seafood? :)

[Smifffy]

I have withdrawn my offer.

She rang me tonight. The bike was not available for me to ride on the weekend. Even when I told her I would pay to have it transported to WMC or similar at my expense for a ride, it was not on. She does not trust anyone. It was available the weekend after if I wanted to ride it then. Apparently I had not expressed a great enough interest in buying the bike :shit:

I did ask if she thought I should give her a cash deposit to hold the bike, and whether that sounded a bit like a scam to her.

She is protective of her bike :yes:

May she be blessed with it for many years to come :shutup:

I am gutted. Back to the drawing board.

Thanks to eveyone for their help in this too.

Sorry for your loss, I think it's for the best tho.


You'll end up with an awesome bike I'm sure.

[Mom]

Sorry for your loss, I think it's for the best tho.

I am busy convincing myself it is for the best. Honestly though, I am proud of myself, I did not tell her exactly what I thought of her, I just withdrew politely, albeit quickly at the end. Had to be fast, I was about to call her pedigree into question, along with other stuff :pinch: Comfort myself with the fact that she paid for the call :sunny:


You'll end up with an awesome bike I'm sure.

You and I agree! I can not wait to see what it might be :yes:

[Ocean1]

I have withdrawn my offer.

Sorry you're being messed around. Still, if you want a Buell I can't see any reason why you can't have one. Appart from the seat what are the other differences between the standard S and the L?

Only, I just can't see it being a big deal to change one. Seat mod's maybe cost $300, shock shortened? if so there's another couple of hundred. Even if all the changes cost a couple of grand, (and they wouldn't) you can find plenty of tidy XB12S's for well under $8k.

Make with the list woman.

[Mom]

make with the list woman.

hmmmmmmmm..........

[MadDuck]

hmmmmmmmm..........

Dont do it! You know why......:bye:

[Mom]

Dont do it! You know why......:bye:

I am wishing her all the best with the lots of other offers she has been holding back while I made up my mind that I wanted to buy it :yes: It should be gone by sun up I reckon :scooter:

The pressure she attempted to put on me was funny, oh, I mean intense :pinch:

[nallac]

http://www.streetfightersinc.com/BuellAccessories.htm

half way down the page is the lowering kits for Buells, only 20mm tho.

25mm one here, http://www.solobuell.com/en/sb/buell-xb12r/suspension/mizu/lowering-kit

theres plenty out there....go find another Buell to buy Mom..

I wouldn't of payed over $9k for the other one.

[MadDuck]

What I was trying to say (be it rather badly) is lowering is NOT always a good option or experience.

I am a classic example of what can go wrong when my SV was lowered. Hey I know its not always bad but always good to remember it can happen......if that makes any sense at all. :facepalm:

[MSTRS]

But wasn't it determined that your SV was made from the recycled Christine?

[Edbear]

I am wishing her all the best with the lots of other offers she has been holding back while I made up my mind that I wanted to buy it :yes: It should be gone by sun up I reckon :scooter:

The pressure she attempted to put on me was funny, oh, I mean intense :pinch:

Yeah, it's funny how people who claim to have other offers they are "holding back" are so keen for you to buy their item... :innocent:


What I was trying to say (be it rather badly) is lowering is NOT always a good option or experience.

I am a classic example of what can go wrong when my SV was lowered. Hey I know its not always bad but always good to remember it can happen......if that makes any sense at all. :facepalm:

Hey, with all the drugs I'm on you make perfect sense! :sunny:

[Little Miss Trouble]

But wasn't it determined that your SV was made from the recycled Christine?

Mine must have been also :blink:

[MSTRS]

Mine must have been also :blink:

Not surprising. A 58 Fury contained a LOT of metal...

[Crisis management]

hmmmmmmmm..........

Don't think about it, listen to Ocean, he not only is talking sense but knows what he's talking about.

Make sure you end up with the bike that you want, not a "this will do bike".

[bogan]

Don't think about it, listen to Ocean, he not only is talking sense but knows what he's talking about.

Make sure you end up with the bike that you want, not a "this will do bike".

+1 and a customised bike is likely to be more what you want than anything off the shelf! Also, careful with lowering kits, they change a lot more than the ride height if they aren't done properly. You can tell the proper one cos they are gold and say ohlins on em ;)

[Ocean1]

+1 and a customised bike is likely to be more what you want than anything off the shelf! Also, careful with lowering kits, they change a lot more than the ride height if they aren't done properly. You can tell the proper one cos they are gold and say ohlins on em ;)

I wasn't suggesting she used an aftermarket kit, unless it's geometrically and qualititively the same as the OE part variations for the "CG".

There's no linkage, so changes in velocity ratios caused by dog-bone changes aren't going to be a concern. Just get a quality shock with the correct, (shorter) eye -to-eye length fitted, see your favourite suspension dude to change spring rates up front and lift the forks a tad and organise a trip to Tauranga to get the seat scuptured to Mom-arse specifications. Done.

Unless there's something else different, like a swingarm shock mount. Bet there isn't.

[Crisis management]

A quick Google brings up this.....

http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Buell-Parts-Guy-Questions-and-Answers/Firebolt-Lowering-Kit

Not being a purveyor of Buells this may be a different model but the suspension is all similar....

[MadDuck]

But wasn't it determined that your SV was made from the recycled Christine?

Jeepers you are not wrong! Bloody lucky I never got completely tossed off the damn thing.....:woohoo:

[Toaster]

I am gutted. Back to the drawing board.

Yes, very frustrating indeed. It will happen.... just keep looking. Looking is half the fun. One thing I have found is getting that all important test ride or two in. Half the time it completely changes your mind on something you would have otherwise really wanted or vice-versa.

[Maha]

Is a Buell really worth all that effort?
If it were me, I would find a bike that I like and fits and buy it.
But thats me :corn:

[MSTRS]

A Streetrod is nice and low...

[Laava]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Tourers/auction-356385372.htm

[Maha]

A Streetrod is nice and low...

You reckon a trip to ANZA might be a shot?

[Toaster]

Is a Buell really worth all that effort?
If it were me, I would find a bike that I like and fits and buy it.
But thats me :corn:

Me too! Totally agree mate.:scooter:

[Ocean1]

Is a Buell really worth all that effort?
If it were me, I would find a bike that I like and fits and buy it.
But thats me :corn:


Me too! Totally agree mate.:scooter:

Some of us fit fuck all standard bikes. Others have firm ideas about what they want in a bike, and while they might not find exactly what they want they have the wherewithall to reshape the bike rather than put up with second best.

Humans tend to shape their environment rather than live twisted. Try it, write down 50 specific variables you want in a bike. Unless you're either very lucky or just prone to well targeted advertising you won't find a bike that meets all 50 points. So why wouldn't you take one of the closer flavours and make it right?

[Maha]

I chose my current bike like this...
Wow thats cool, it fits, I can flat foot it, I like it, How much? I'll take it.

Actually, my last three bikes have been bought that way...:corn:

[Mom]

Don't think about it, listen to Ocean, he not only is talking sense but knows what he's talking about.

Make sure you end up with the bike that you want, not a "this will do bike".

I wont spend money on something that is not right for the sake of it. It has to be the bike for me :yes:


Is a Buell really worth all that effort?
If it were me, I would find a bike that I like and fits and buy it.
But thats me :corn:

No, I cant ride a standard Buell, but I love them, and would love to own one. I would need to do a lot of investigation into lowering kits, I have heard some real horror stories about lowered bikes. I fit the XB12scg and I cant say that about too many bikes. You never know, I might find another one, meantime the hunt is still on.


I chose my current bike like this...
Wow thats cool, it fits, I can flat foot it, I like it, How much? I'll take it.

Actually, my last three bikes have been bought that way...:corn:

Flat footed is but a dream for me :yes:

[Monie]

For a youngster maybe. I am an old lady :shutup:

yeh old lol..... [i will wait for the slapping]...

[The Pastor]

have you tried growing taller? Or training wheels?

[Latte]

Another cherry red SCG

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-356791737.htm

[James Deuce]

WTF is up with these Buell owners thinking their bikes are worth a million dollars. They went out the door at around $13-$14k after Black October.

Take 20% off for riding it out the door. 10% a year and 10% per 10,000kms. That gives us a value of $6626 for this particular bike assuming the upper figure of $14000 new.

BTW, just because you paid $18000 for your one new, doesn't mean you get to start there. Second hand prices are affected by end-of-life discount or any other discounting that the manufacturer, distributor, or dealer applies to the same model of bike during its particular model run. This is why I won't buy new Suzukis.

NZ has notoriously expensive second hand bikes, so we'll say $8000 market value for the bike in the TradeMe advert. Not $11000.

[Maha]

Wonder if the owner will accept a more realistic offer?:corn:

[Ocean1]

WTF is up with these Buell owners thinking their bikes are worth a million dollars. They went out the door at around $13-$14k after Black October.

Take 20% off for riding it out the door. 10% a year and 10% per 10,000kms. That gives us a value of $6626 for this particular bike assuming the upper figure of $14000 new.

BTW, just because you paid $18000 for your one new, doesn't mean you get to start there. Second hand prices are affected by end-of-life discount or any other discounting that the manufacturer, distributor, or dealer applies to the same model of bike during its particular model run. This is why I won't buy new Suzukis.

NZ has notoriously expensive second hand bikes, so we'll say $8000 market value for the bike in the TradeMe advert. Not $11000.

New Suzukis tend to be the same as old Suzukis, and they're cheap enough to start with. With Buells there's an exclusivity factor, particularly wrt the low production number Buells that holds their price up. They also seem to be the dream bike for a lot of people, if and when they can afford one.

Neither of which interests me. However, here's the rub: even before the prices were cut they were bloody good value for money. I paid bugger all under the fire-sale price for my latest one and that's easy to justify if you compare similarly spec'd alternatives.

So I'd say your pricing rationale is a tad out, but your price on that CG is about right. If their intention were genuinely to sell the bike they'd be asking $9k - $10k to get $8k - $9k. I'd quite like your ideas to catch on, though. I like the idea of ongoing cheap-as-chips Buells.

[Maha]

That is probably the reason for the price hike in the previous contender.
Started at $10K because she wanted $10k.
Probably not alot of interest above 8-9K so the price was increased to $11.5K ono because, she wanted $10K.
Ok we get it, she wants $10k...and would probably have got that had she been more accomodating to the top bidder. I am a firm believer that a bike is worth whatever someone is willing to pay for it.

[short-circuit]

Wonder if the owner will accept a more realistic offer?:corn:

Only one way to find out

[Smifffy]

Wonder if the owner will accept a more realistic offer?:corn:

Probably priced it based on that other auction.

Most people check tardme for the same model "to get an idea of market value" before posting their bike.

Was probably like "ooh if they get that for that bike, then mine must be worth $11k, maybe I should sell then I can afford an xyzabc"

[Maha]

Only one way to find out

May or may not happen, buyer has not seen the latest offering.

Probably priced it based on that other auction.

Most people check tardme for the same model "to get an idea of market value" before posting their bike.

Was probably like "ooh if they get that for that bike, then mine must be worth $11k, maybe I should sell then I can afford an xyzabc"

Yeah I guess, theres a 2010 Z1000 on TM for $14.5K which is way below current market value, that would be a great buy.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports/auction-341406122.htm
Not the right bike for Mom though but still good buying.
The SR4 that was posted earlier at under $10K is also very good buying.

[trailblazer]

that z1000 is very good value for money. Now where is my wife so i can start convincing her i need it. haha

[Maha]

Same, I could go one of them stock standard no problem.:yes:

[NZsarge]

Same, I could go one of them stock standard no problem.:yes:

Is that the latest model? They reckon the new one's a pearler.

[ynot slow]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6a/Raleigh_Chopper-001.jpg

This is ideal.

[Smifffy]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6a/Raleigh_Chopper-001.jpg

This is ideal.

Nice one Stu!

[Mom]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6a/Raleigh_Chopper-001.jpg

This is ideal.

You'll keep :yes:

[nallac]

these would help in place of actually growing some legs.....

[Mom]

these would help in place of actually growing some legs.....

:lol: Dick! Might make gear changes a bit tricky though :pinch:

[ynot slow]

You'll keep :yes:

Shit forgot the pumpkin helmet ala Mark Ellis on sports cafe years ago.

[Maha]

Just checked the listing for that Buell because it was due to finish today, I wanted to see if had sold, but no, the listing has been extended until the 7th. Leads me to beleive that the seller has great expectations for a bike that is well over priced.
Should have taken the best offer which is normally, the best offer.
Guessing she may end up owning it for a while yet.

[Smifffy]

Just checked the listing for that Buell because it was due to finish today, I wanted to see if had sold, but no, the listing has been extended until the 7th. Leads to beleive that the seller has great expectations for a bike that is well over priced.
Should have taken the best offer which is normally, the best offer.
Guessing she may end up owning it for a while yet.

I guess that makes it good for an offer of 9k?

:bleh:

[Maha]

I guess that makes it good for an offer of 9k?

:bleh:

She did say that there were several others who were interested but obviously neither of those several met Annes offer......surely?
Or could it be shes holding out for the best best best best offer?
I know for a fact she will take not less than $10K.
I will keep it my watchlist incase in comes down to...'offers'.

[Ocean1]

That cherry bomb CG up Hastings way still there? *looks*

Ah yes. That'll be there a while at that price too.

If you can afford to wait let them both know there's a standing offer of $8.5k. One of 'em will see sense sooner or later.

[blackdog]

i know the force with the buell is strong

these might be worth considering though.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Tourers/auction-357775842.htm

is good value, and close to you. you can always go and see if it fits.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-337565981.htm

is good looking (and a g'tee looks better in the raw than in the pics)

(the legend/tbird is nice coz its got the triple)

i imagine either could be owned for much less than the asking price too

[blackdog]

That cherry bomb CG up Hastings way still there? *looks*

Ah yes. That'll be there a while at that price too.

If you can afford to wait let them both know there's a standing offer of $8.5k. One of 'em will see sense sooner or later.

yer on to it.

[Maha]

On the subject of Triumph....

This is a tidy example..http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Classic-vintage/auction-357245189.htm

And this....http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=358494460