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Paul in NZ
22nd August 2011, 21:05
As you may know - our two gransons live with us. The older one is never going to play for the tall blacks but is a keen as mustard on helping grandad work on stuff...

I'd like to track down a bike suitable fron a 9 to 11 year old that needs work *off roader* i think? Even if you dont have one, a recommendation on type / model etc.
nadroj
22nd August 2011, 21:13
I have a Kwaka KC100 parked up, Needs a rh switchblock for road use or a universal brake lever & mount for track use.
Paul in NZ
22nd August 2011, 21:22
I have a Kwaka KC100 parked up, Needs a rh switchblock for road use or a universal brake lever & mount for track use.

Sweet - I remember those - while I'd love a dirt bike that would be a great project - how much mate?????
nadroj
22nd August 2011, 21:26
Open to offers. Will need a new battery too, I got it from a friend for my boys to learn on & eldest smashed the rh switchblock into the shed door when putting it away just after I fitted a new battery. I wondered why it wasn't being ridden any more & found the damage.....
Paul in NZ
22nd August 2011, 21:36
Open to offers. Will need a new battery too, I got it from a friend for my boys to learn on & eldest smashed the rh switchblock into the shed door when putting it away just after I fitted a new battery. I wondered why it wasn't being ridden any more & found the damage.....

Argh! I hate that....

I have NO idea what ones worth.... I'll look on TM and suss it out...
DrunkenMistake
22nd August 2011, 21:39
I have two pit bikes?.. One needs the clutch reshoed/replaced .. not really a project nor offroad, but as a thought haha.
The Pastor
22nd August 2011, 21:51
i have a tf 125 that is working (strong engine), but its pretty old (1970's) and you could spend forever tidying it up. No road gear. (lights etc)

Good thing about the TF125 is that they still make them new.

I want $300 for it, its in Auckland.
Paul in NZ
23rd August 2011, 07:11
At this rate I'll fill the garage..... hmmmmmmmm...... could be worse.....:Punk:
MIXONE
23rd August 2011, 07:28
I've got a little (peewee?) suzuki 50 that would probably be too small.$100 would cover it.
I'm after something a bit bigger to teach my two boys on.
Paul in NZ
23rd August 2011, 16:39
I've got a little (peewee?) suzuki 50 that would probably be too small.$100 would cover it.
I'm after something a bit bigger to teach my two boys on.

Well hes a small 9 year old and then there is the 7 year old to consider. Unfortunately the 7 year old has a few high dependency issues that may prevent riding anything. This is about making sure the older boy gets some special time too.... Where is the peewee? Auckland?
MIXONE
23rd August 2011, 17:39
No just up the road in Papakowhai.
nadroj
25th August 2011, 17:35
It will require a new battery (new one fitted but sat too long without use) and a right hand switchblock / brake lever mount for a warrant.
MIXONE
25th August 2011, 17:45
How much are you after?
The Singing Chef
25th August 2011, 18:24
i have a tf 125 that is working (strong engine), but its pretty old (1970's) and you could spend forever tidying it up. No road gear. (lights etc)

Good thing about the TF125 is that they still make them new.

I want $300 for it, its in Auckland.

Got pics bro? and details on whats missing

Cheers,

Matt
The Pastor
25th August 2011, 19:15
Got pics bro? and details on whats missing

Cheers,

Matt

No pics, nothing missing (still usable), bit rusty, needs new front tube in tyre. Welcome to come have a look at it
The Singing Chef
25th August 2011, 19:26
No pics, nothing missing (still usable), bit rusty, needs new front tube in tyre. Welcome to come have a look at it

Cool, will see how funds go at the moment and then see what i'm able to get