After my first motorbike

[stifmyster1]

Hi. Ive recently decided to sell my car for A motorbike as I always wanted a motorbike and just get no real enjoyment from driving my car and The amount of fuels it goes through and cost of parking its just to much. So I plan to do a ridig course and basic handling course in 2 weeks and get my learners and then sell my car and get kitted up.

The main issue I have is I will be limited on cash and was looking at something similar to a GN 250. But ten I will also need helmet jacket gloves and possible pants and boots. From what My step dad has told me it is very easy to spend my entire budget on just safety gear. So I need some help in both sourcing a bike that is 250cc or under but preferably nothing under 125cc and also places where I can find good gear as cheap as possible or some decent second hand gear.

And advice is greatly appreciated. Also. Im not brand new to motorbike as my step father and mother are both riders as well as there neighbor. So I do have a basic source of info on what I need just not where to get it from. I will have approximately $1500 availible to me and would like to have a bike and gear to ride it by easter.

thanks

[Mully]

Hmm - that's a pretty small budget.

Go and see Motomail - they should be able to kit you out in gear.

As for a bike, you'll be struggling with your budget to get a learner bike - the 250cc market is crazy.

[davebullet]

Hi. Ive recently decided to sell my car for A motorbike as I always wanted a motorbike and just get no real enjoyment from driving my car and The amount of fuels it goes through and cost of parking its just to much. So I plan to do a ridig course and basic handling course in 2 weeks and get my learners and then sell my car and get kitted up.

The main issue I have is I will be limited on cash and was looking at something similar to a GN 250. But ten I will also need helmet jacket gloves and possible pants and boots. From what My step dad has told me it is very easy to spend my entire budget on just safety gear. So I need some help in both sourcing a bike that is 250cc or under but preferably nothing under 125cc and also places where I can find good gear as cheap as possible or some decent second hand gear.

And advice is greatly appreciated. Also. Im not brand new to motorbike as my step father and mother are both riders as well as there neighbor. So I do have a basic source of info on what I need just not where to get it from. I will have approximately $1500 availible to me and would like to have a bike and gear to ride it by easter.

thanks

Your step Dad is wise. www.1tonne.co.nz have a range of gear

If the $700 is just for the bike then expect it to need some repairs and be handy with a spanner.

Most 250s will get around the 25 - 30km/litre. Although this sounds attractive (saving fuel) by the time you pay for insurance, rego, gear, servicing bikes often don't end up any cheaper unless you rack up a lot of kms.

[Maha]

An 06' to suit your budget...http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-359589849.htm
I just gave away a free leather jacket at the weekend. http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/135667-Free-RJays-jacket?p=1130009570#post1130009570

I think you will find that Motomail and perhaps Cycletreads do leaner combos.

[stifmyster1]

Thanks guys. Unfortunately im a student so that rules out any sort of hire purchase which my step dad tried to recommend so the only cash i will have is the cash from selling my car which will be about 1500 hopefully. I would love to get that bike but it has no rego. If I can find a better source of money then I will definitely consider that bike unless I could pay him in installments. If I could pay in installments then I would grab that bike as soon as I had sold my car.

[Squiggles]

Student? Join us... http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/forumdisplay.php/84-Auckland-Uni-SMC

[lone_slayer]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-361621921.htm heres a cheap GN being an older one it will be a jappa and not chinese and at 650 ONO so u will probably get it at 600

[stifmyster1]

Possible. But that has been in a crash and the guy says its $40 worth of parts to get a warrant but hasnt done so which makes me think there is other stuff wrong with it. Also I would have to get that shipped from Christchurch which would be a very expensive ordeal due to the distance and the recent earthquake. But I will keep my eye on it.

[stifmyster1]

OK. So I am currently looking at trying to get as much gear using my credit card as possible so the full amount from my car sale can be used on a bike.

[The Everlasting]

Cool,I don't think you would have gotten a decent bike for $700. $1500 there are a lot more choices.

[stifmyster1]

Yea gonna try for that 06 one even if I have to get the bike and then sort gear. Just means I wont ride it for a bit.

My other question now is insurance.What insurance provides will cover motorbikes. Tried AA but couldnt find anything as I want a quote to see what Im getting into.

[Smifffy]

An 06' to suit your budget...http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-359589849.htm
I just gave away a free leather jacket at the weekend. http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/135667-Free-RJays-jacket?p=1130009570#post1130009570

I think you will find that Motomail and perhaps Cycletreads do leaner combos.

LOL, I hit "other vehicles you may like" - 1st result was Mom's new bike, and 2nd result was Edbear's...

:rolleyes:

[Willdat?]

With a bike that cheap you'll be wanting 3rd party at most...

I think you'll be surprised at how expensive bikes are to run.

Do the sums, I know there are a few KBers out there that know the exact cents/km for their bikes.

Riding a bike isn't IMO an economic decision at all, definitely a fun one though!

[Smifffy]

I think you will struggle to find a bike that doesn't require some work to bring up to scratch for $700-1500.

Good luck

[DrunkenMistake]

Tag on to your parents insurance if they will let you, that's if your under 25, Mine for the 250 was something like $550 per year and it was insured fully for 5k and I had a $300 excess, trying to get the 400 on it but because I already have one bike under their name the insurance company is forcing me to apply under a new policy, I had a good quote from http://www.kiwibike.co.nz/ my full cover also covered my gear

[stifmyster1]

I went onto Protecta's website and did a quote thing and that gave me 250ish for full cover but I hadnt put my license stuff in yet. And not sure I can put it through parents. My dad isnt a motorbike rider and has no bike license.

[DrunkenMistake]

Sorry what I mean is, for example my olds are with Aon insurance, neither of them ride bikes, but they are able to take out a policy which is under my name but under their account, so my folks pay weekly out of their bank account and I pay weekly into theirs, works out alot easier and its alot cheaper excess wise

[stifmyster1]

Ah I see. I will if I can.But if not than Ill just have to go with out somethings for a bit.

[avgas]

Do you need an actual motorbike? or will you be riding on 50km roads.
A scooter can be done for less than 1K, and riding gear for less than 500 if your smart about it.

Of course this all goes out the window above 50kmh

[Mystic13]

Another source of cheaper gear is

http://www.lifestyle-imports.co.nz/shop/

Or if you PM me and let me know what size you are I'm bound to have some free or cheap gear around.

[Whynot]

places where I can find good gear as cheap as possible or some decent second hand gear.

I'm pretty sure Colemans have a deal going where you can get a whole set of gear for about $500 and Holeshot have a set for about $700.

Obviously its not the best gear, but it should get you started.

[stifmyster1]

Not a fan of scooters. plus I will be crossing the bridge everyday. And Ive always wanted a motorbike and always intended on having one. just not his early

My waist size is 94-96ish and im a large mens

[DrunkenMistake]

The basic gear guide is, NEVER buy a second hand helmet, it might not be damaged but its just good practice, a dropped helmet is nothing more than an over sized beanie on your head,
Secondly (please anyone feel free to add to this or correct me, this is juts IMO), your minimum gear should be good gloves and at least a Cadora jacket, Depending where you go I guess, I picked up a cheap oxford full face helmet not to long ago brand new from a bike shop for $80, When I first brought a Jacket I kinda got ripped off, I paid something like $700 for a Rev'it Jacket but if you scour trademe there are some really good products out there, my recommendation is a Qmoto leather jacket which off the top of my head is something like $500 and they are AWESOME.

[stifmyster1]

Agree 100%. I used to be in a cycling team so I nkow the damge a single drop can do to a helmet. The helmet was a definate brand new. Was planning on the $140 one for motomail. As well as a 150ish textile jacket and pants then some basic golves and boots.

[lone_slayer]

Make sure you try your helmet on DONT BUY WOTHOUT TRY. and also might be a good idea to test ride a GN alot of people comment how they get Bored with The GN's rather quickly and with your now increased budget you may be able to get an IL4 which you most likey wont get bored with and will easily sit at motorway speed + passing and beyond

[Katman]

Steer well clear of cheap 4 cylinder 250s.

[lone_slayer]

Steer well clear of cheap 4 cylinder 250s.

I Know I Know I should know better. Mine spent a fair bit of time not been ridden but its almost all good.... I Hope

[bogan]

I think you will struggle to find a bike that doesn't require some work to bring up to scratch for $700-1500.

Good luck

agree with this, I would probably sell my vgc old VT250 for $1500 (is only sitting in storage atm anyway, and you'd get classic insurance!), but then you have to add on the basics. Rego is a large part of that, and I'd be surprised if cheap bikes come with much rego, same for tyres, perhaps battery, few other bits and your cost goes up a lot!

Not try to discourage you, but plan a proper budget (not an optimistic one, so add the 10 contingency) and go from there.

My estimates:
Gear $500
Insurance $200 for 3rd party, or full classic
Rego bout $350pa for small bikes now is it?

and cheap bike would need a thorough check out (join the SMC, and they should be able to help) of bearings, tyres, engine etc to get a better idea of any hidden costs.

[lone_slayer]

I only pay $5 per month for 3rd party with AMI but i have car house contents etc with them 2

[stifmyster1]

The main reason I was going for a GN 250 is there are heaps of parts for them so if it breaks down its easy to repair. And there known as great begginners. Plus. I could sell it in 6 months after saving a bt and get a better bike if I get bored. Its just being as I need it soon im not gonna try for anything major just yet.

Mystic13 is offering his bike which is a volty 250 which I am about to call him about price and stuff. But esentially im spending as much as possible on bike and then getting the gear over the next few weeks.

[lone_slayer]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-361803954.htm This looks good cant say i know much about them though

[stifmyster1]

Looks good but its in Wellington. The best thing that intrigues me is that it still has a rego so i wouldnt have to get one but that would be offset by the freight cost.

[Bald Eagle]

Freight costs :facepalm: ride it ffs

[lone_slayer]

On your learners your only allowed to go 70kmph but most people dont and most never get pulled over lots of threads on that. Snd a msg u never know he may be coming up or may be able to meet half way you never know... had a guy offer to drop off a bike from auckland at no cost if I wanted it and I was only looking at a parts bike

[stifmyster1]

Bald eagle. No offense. But telling someone who has only just got there learners to ride a motorcycle for 9 hours is just plain stupid. I would likely get to tired and have to stop somewhere or fall asleep while riding. And to ride it requires getting to wellington in the first place which costs either plane tickets or fuel. The idea of being met part way is interesting. And I will consider that bike. But theres the volty. the gn250 '06 and that one in welly im considering with the welly one lower in the chain cause its in wellington.


Side note. How do i get PM permission as i tried to reply to a message regarding a bike and it refused to let me.

[Smifffy]

Bald eagle. No offense. But telling someone who has only just got there learners to ride a motorcycle for 9 hours is just plain stupid. I would likely get to tired and have to stop somewhere or fall asleep while riding. And to ride it requires getting to wellington in the first place which costs either plane tickets or fuel. The idea of being met part way is interesting. And I will consider that bike. But theres the volty. the gn250 '06 and that one in welly im considering with the welly one lower in the chain cause its in wellington.


Side note. How do i get PM permission as i tried to reply to a message regarding a bike and it refused to let me.

Enjoy your search.

You need to get your post count up to send PMs

[stifmyster1]

Ahhh, ok. im guessing the post count is about 50 or so cus i have about 20 posts in this.

[Smifffy]

Ahhh, ok. im guessing the post count is about 50 or so cus i have about 20 posts in this.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/faq.php

HTH

BTW your post quoted above was #13 for you.

[stifmyster1]

Ah ok. I just had a guess

[Maha]

Enjoy your search.

You need to get your post count up to send PMs

Five posts and you can pm.

[stifmyster1]

Im at 14 an still cant

[Maha]

Im at 14 an still cant

Do you know how to?

[stifmyster1]

Yes. I present on multiple different forums. Ive tried to send them and even tried to reply to one and i get a message stating that I a not present on the forums enough.

Its either a glitch or something to do with me changing my email address as I am currently changing providers for internet and get my email through them

[stifmyster1]

Ok. Just book Basic handling tuition and skills test for sunday.

Now all i need is my car sold and I can grab a bike and start getting gear.

[stifmyster1]

Ok. Just found this on trademe.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=361091073&permanent=0

Considering trading my car for it. IS there anyone in that area that would be able to take a look at it if he is open to a trade.

If so can you send me a personnel message.

Thanks

[Katman]

Ok. Just found this on trademe.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=361091073&permanent=0

Considering trading my car for it. IS there anyone in that area that would be able to take a look at it if he is open to a trade.

If so can you send me a personnel message.

Thanks

I have never heard of that brand and would suggest it would be more trouble than it's worth.

Stick to the GN250 idea.

Or perhaps these.....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-360249425.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Cruiser/auction-361219606.htm

[stifmyster1]

I Had looked at those two but one of then has massive dent in the fuel tank. The other requires new rego and most likely several months of back payment.

[Katman]

I Had looked at those two but one of then has massive dent in the fuel tank. The other requires new rego and most likely several months of back payment.

Both of them are a far better option then the Kinrod. The rego outstanding up till the date of sale should be the responsibility of the seller.

[stifmyster1]

Yea. Looked on google at kinrod and fond its a chinese bike that has no available parts. So ill keep looking. There is a gn250 in tauranga im looking at for $900. But would need someone to look at it in person and then would need to figure out how to get it to auckland cus I dont have a full set of gear yet.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=361068766

Is there anyone in that area that could take a look at that bike for me. If its good which it sounds like it is I will drop the sale price on my car and use the buy now.

[over5tayer]

The other requires new rego and most likely several months of back payment.

Like Katman already said. As long as the bikes not deregistered you never have to worry about back paying rego. When you do the ownership papers the rego will reset to that day and the previous owner will be responsible for any back payments. I think 3 months rego is around $110 for a 250cc.

also, if you sign up (free) you can enter a bikes number plate into carjam (http://www.carjam.co.nz) to find out current wof/rego status and see how many k's the bike has actually done (everytime you go to get a WOF they record the k's in the system). You can also pay a small amount and see if theres any money owing or if its been fire-damaged/water-damaged etc... i think you get 3 free basic lookups a month.

good luck finding a bike, that SR looks like a pretty good deal :yes:.

[stifmyster1]

Yea. Im quite keen on the SR. My only concerns are when was the sprocket and chain last done cause I understand thats quite expensive. And do the breaks need any tuning or anything and I want to know his reason for selling because not a single photo shows a full number plate so I c ant carjam it. Whether this was on purpose I have no idea but I want the bike checked out first.

[Smifffy]

Yea. Im quite keen on the SR. My only concerns are when was the sprocket and chain last done cause I understand thats quite expensive. And do the breaks need any tuning or anything and I want to know his reason for selling because not a single photo shows a full number plate so I c ant carjam it. Whether this was on purpose I have no idea but I want the bike checked out first.

I hate to say it, but it seems to me that you are not yet in a position to afford a motorcycle, if you are that worried about all of these things.

Either that, or whoever you are getting advice from is very keen to put you off the idea.

With your currently stated budget you will be looking for a long time to get anything that ticks all of your boxes that is under 20 years old, and not chinese.

You do realise that you are talking about a bike that is 30 years old, and you want service records for every 6 months? To buy a bike that age without expecting ongoing maintenance costs is a bit unrealistic IMO.

Good luck finding a bike.

[Mully]

IIRC, a Volty (TU250) is a GN250 mechanically.

Do they still do those "Learner maintenence nights"? - we might have the perfect student here.

[stifmyster1]

AT no point did i say anything about wanting 6 month service records. I just wanted to know if he has done the chain recently because if he hasnt then it is probably due.

IM just making sure I dont buy a cheap bike and discover I require 1000 worh of maintenance to get it running.

There was a chinese bike i was looking at that had less than 1000 on the clock but it was a totally unknown brand that has no parts availality So I just ignored it.

Im quite keen on that bike near Whakatane. IM just waiting for my car to sell and waiting for him to respond to my questions. Once that s done I will probably take it.

[Willdat?]

Cheap + buying bike off trademe does almost always not work. I'm only telling you this because it sounds you're in a position where you NEED a reliable and economical form of transport.

I bought an $800 bike knowing it needed some work, close to $5k all up later it's still sitting in my garage, and worth about...$800

[stifmyster1]

Which Is why I asked here. Because anyone selling here will most likely put on trademe anyway.

[stifmyster1]

OK. Im pretty much set on the Opotiki bike. Well looked after and even if it needs a new chain and sprocket it probably wont be hard to get sorted considering its a GN250 so their are plenty of parts(would obviously get someone who knows what there doing to do it) And my car will hopefully sell within the next week.

My next question is, Is there anyone that knows of a cheaper way to transport a bike from the whakatane region to auckland. Riding isnt an Option as I dont have a full set of gear and will have had next to no practice. I have looked at hauls transport and they quoted $270. Which is bloody expensive when they would go from wellington to auckland for $50 more. So are there any other companies that are cheaper or is there anyone that could bring it up on a trailer.

Thanks guys. Your guys input has been a great help.

[wainui]

drive down with your parents get them to ride it back (arent they riders)

[stifmyster1]

My step dad is a rider. That was the plan. but its quite a way. And adds a fair amount in extra fuel. for example: tauranga and back cost $100 in fuel and thats on a deisel with bloody good fuel economy.

However I am now considering this bike. its only a 125 but ive read that isnt really an issue and I only plan to have the bike about 6 months till im in a better financial situation and then ill by a better quality bike.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=361422124

[Maha]

How you getting on with gear?

[stifmyster1]

I have yet to buy any gear. I have only just sold my car and realised its better to get a decent bike and then build up gear than to get a crappier bike but have half the gear sitting there. either way i would still need to buy some stuff except i would be watching bike on trade me wishing i had spent just a little bit more.

[bogan]

I have yet to buy any gear. I have only just sold my car and realised its better to get a decent bike and then build up gear than to get a crappier bike but have half the gear sitting there. either way i would still need to buy some stuff except i would be watching bike on trade me wishing i had spent just a little bit more.

Just make sure you don't end up sitting/lying somewhere wishing you had spent more on gear!
Have you done a bit of reading and got a gear list sorted? I would recommend figuring out what bits of gear you do need (without thinking of the cost), then pricing/buying it before riding.

[stifmyster1]

The bike will not be leaving the garage until i have a full set of gear. im going for 150helmet from motomail and then 300 for jacket and pants. then need to find some basic gloves and boots.

[Maha]

The bike will not be leaving the garage until i have a full set of gear. im going for 150helmet from motomail and then 300 for jacket and pants. then need to find some basic gloves and boots.

Motomail have a helmet deal (mondays only) a $249 helmet for $89.

[bogan]

The bike will not be leaving the garage until i have a full set of gear. im going for 150helmet from motomail and then 300 for jacket and pants. then need to find some basic gloves and boots.

Good plan, I got a bunch of dirtbike gear from mrmotorcycles (iirc, similar setup to motomail anyway) and their sizing charts etc make it easy to get the right size stuff, and if you cock it up you can exchange it anyway.

[stifmyster1]

yea. just hating how much it costs. cause its gear. plus about $200 for insurance

[bogan]

it's worth it many times over though :yes: best way to travel :scooter:

[stifmyster1]

yea n the end its way cheaper and ore fun. But im damn near giving up a first born to get to this sacred way of travel. Will lookinto that helmet deal. Is it any helmet thats 249 or a specific helmet? Because i would like a helmet with a design no it. Gotta be unique out there.

[Maha]

yea n the end its way cheaper and ore fun. But im damn near giving up a first born to get to this sacred way of travel. Will lookinto that helmet deal. Is it any helmet thats 249 or a specific helmet? Because i would like a helmet with a design no it. Gotta be unique out there.

No its a particular helmet...grey.

http://www.motomail.co.nz/ this link, click on Monday Madness then its the helmet to the right.

[bogan]

yea n the end its way cheaper and ore fun. But im damn near giving up a first born to get to this sacred way of travel. Will lookinto that helmet deal. Is it any helmet thats 249 or a specific helmet? Because i would like a helmet with a design no it. Gotta be unique out there.

errr, not so sure about cheaper, but money spent on motorcycling is money you enjoy spending I reckon, and it's definitely way more fun. Course you can be unique, just like everyone else ;)

[stifmyster1]

Hi guys.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=361422124

Iteresteed in this. gonna go view saturday an take it if its good. Just wondering. He says the muffler has a slight rattle. What could this mean. Simplish fix or massive dollars and how do I tell the difference. Also does anyone have a trailer capable of trasporting a bike I would be able to borrow for a few hours at the most. I have a trailer but the rego lapsed and its not worth pying several hundred for a one time trip.

Thanks

[Smifffy]

The bike will not be leaving the garage until i have a full set of gear. im going for 150helmet from motomail and then 300 for jacket and pants. then need to find some basic gloves and boots.

Have you seen Qmoto's clearance sale stuff on here (quasievil)?

[stifmyster1]

Yea just looked at that. But Untill I have got a bike I have no idea how much money I have left for gear. likely $0 until next week unless a bike comes up for 1200 thats post 2000

[stifmyster1]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/List...x?id=361422124

Iteresteed in this. gonna go view saturday an take it if its good. Just wondering. He says the muffler has a slight rattle. What could this mean. Simplish fix or massive dollars and how do I tell the difference. Also does anyone have a trailer capable of trasporting a bike I would be able to borrow for a few hours at the most. I have a trailer but the rego lapsed and its not worth pying several hundred for a one time trip.

[Willdat?]

He says the muffler has a slight rattle. What could this mean. Simplish fix or massive dollars and how do I tell the difference.
It could mean that the muffler has a slight rattle...loose/broken baffles to loose/worn mounts. Assuming the noise does actually come from the muffler :facepalm:

[stifmyster1]

Thank you. I am really cautious with that bike now as the warrant expires next month. People normally do that when it won't pass the next warrant

[oneofsix]

Thank you. I am really cautious with that bike now as the warrant expires next month. People normally do that when it won't pass the next warrant

you scare me. You know the bike wont pass the next warrant implying you know its not save and you are still riding it instead of fixing it? :weird:

[stifmyster1]

What are you on about. I havent bought a bike yet. Im cautious at buying it with the warrant about to run out as most people that sell vehicles like that do it because they have just discovered it wont pass o try and get rid of it as quickly possible.

[lone_slayer]

you could always ask him to put a fresh warrant on the bike if it passes tell him you will pay for it.... if not your not interested

[Smifffy]

you scare me. You know the bike wont pass the next warrant implying you know its not save and you are still riding it instead of fixing it? :weird:

Wow, where did that come from?

[stifmyster1]

you could always ask him to put a fresh warrant on the bike if it passes tell him you will pay for it.... if not your not interested

Yea.Thats what Ive done. Just waiting on a reply. If he isnt willing to get a new warrant then that sorta tells ya that it wont pass. cause throw a new warrant on and he can up the price by a couple of hundred. Plus it needs rego. Instead been in contact with a owner of 2004 250 thats been revinned and has brand new WOF and just needs plates. Just need to ring cop shop and see if I am allowed to take for a small test ride before handing money over cause technically its not allowed on the road.

[Vinz0r]

Save some more money, get a bike you're going to be happy with and some decent gear at the same time.

You're shooting yourself in the foot trying to scrimp on everything. Bikes are usually cheap for a reason, and that reason often ends up costing you a lot somewhere down the line.

[stifmyster1]

I only plan on having the bike for a short time. I dont have time to save for a while. I need the bike to get to my course by easter at the latest. I have no problem getting a bike that need a rego or needs a very small amount spent on it. But I dont want a bike that requires the cost of the bike being spent on it just to get it road legal.

[stifmyster1]

A bike im looking at had listed a some light corrosion. I asked for pics and this was sent. The bike got a warrant 3 days ago so it should be good but I thought better to check. Is there anything in these photo's that screams no at you guys.
He reckon just need to polish the chrome often and it will be fine.

http://img830.imageshack.us/g/s1051170medium.jpg/

[cheesemethod]

My GN250 had the same problem, never seemed to be anything other than a cosmetic issue.

[stifmyster1]

Ok sweet. going to take a look tommoro so if it rides good then ill take it and sort out rego when i can.

[stifmyster1]

So I Have purchased a bike. I got a 2006 GN250 in very good condition with almost 15,000km on it. Costs $2600. Still has 2 months rego and a brand new 1 year warrant as of today. Also got given some pants and boots. so now just need gloves and a jacket.

[bogan]

So I Have purchased a bike. I got a 2006 GN250 in very good condition with almost 15,000km on it. Costs $2600. Still has 2 months rego and a brand new 1 year warrant as of today. Also got given some pants and boots. so now just need gloves and a jacket.

Go the ginny! Just watch the front end in the wet, not a lot of feel there DAMHIK.

[stifmyster1]

Yea. Although it has an decent quality aftermarket tyre. My step dad test rode it and said there was none on the jittering GN250's can have in the handle bars. He test rode it in the wet and said it handle extremely well.

[Smifffy]

So I Have purchased a bike. I got a 2006 GN250 in very good condition with almost 15,000km on it. Costs $2600. Still has 2 months rego and a brand new 1 year warrant as of today. Also got given some pants and boots. so now just need gloves and a jacket.

Awesome news! Pics!! Congrats on the new ride

[stifmyster1]

Thanks man. Got a great deal at motomail. $500 worth of gear for $270. So now I am fully kitted out. Now im just trying to find if there is anyway to stop the brakes from squeaking.