Optimistic sellers

[Banditbandit]

All the aluminum tread plate doesn't scream out 1952 to me. I also did a search and couldn't find any fujirabbit's that even remotely resemble this one.I think it truly is unique and rare.

And they were 135 cc not 50cc or 125 cc ...

[Scubbo]

good to see Yamaha keeping costs down by using the chainguard off their AG bikes

[wind_glider]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1079562418.htm

Here's what we know about the bike according to the seller...

It's a "sweat" bike man, truly and totally "sweat"

Has no W.O.F. and I doubt the testers would enjoy the ripped open exhaust wraps :facepalm:

[5150]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1079562418.htm

Here's what we know about the bike according to the seller...

It's a "sweat" bike man, truly and totally "sweat"

Has no W.O.F. and I doubt the testers would enjoy the ripped open exhaust wraps :facepalm:

Another looser selling shit bike in order to fuel his on-going meth addiction. :facepalm:

[EJK]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1079562418.htm

Here's what we know about the bike according to the seller...

It's a "sweat" bike man, truly and totally "sweat"

Has no W.O.F. and I doubt the testers would enjoy the ripped open exhaust wraps :facepalm:

It's bikes and sellers like this makes me want to steal their bikes to make their lives even more miserable :)

[OddDuck]

But it comes with a sy bar! And a helmt!

[pritch]

But it comes with a sy bar! And a helmt!

Another member of the texting generation?

[Moi]

But what is that car in the background of the photo of the bike in the garage? Could it be a VW Beetle?

[wind_glider]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1079562418.htm

Here's what we know about the bike according to the seller...

It's a "sweat" bike man, truly and totally "sweat"

Has no W.O.F. and I doubt the testers would enjoy the ripped open exhaust wraps :facepalm:

Replying to my own post is weird... but wait! there's more!

Someone asked "Is it 6,000 or 60,000km's?" as the seller put down the 1996 bike only done 6077kms.

The seller replies with "607744 what it has,hope this helps".

I guess that fucking helps because 6000kms and 60,000kms is a shit ton of difference :rolleyes:

[F5 Dave]

But what is that car in the background of the photo of the bike in the garage? Could it be a VW Beetle?
Trail bike behind with vented mudguard. TT250 perhaps? Far better than the crashed and badly repainted whatever that pos is.

[Moi]

... The seller replies with "607744 what it has,hope this helps".

Another who failed place value in maths...

[Crasherfromwayback]

Could be a collectors item!

You're not wrong.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1079787782

[Maha]

Could be a collectors item!

You're not wrong.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1079787782

$2995 back in the day, I think the seller would probably accept close to that. 545kms? good reliable buying for a learner if you could pick it up under $3k.

[EJK]

Could be a collectors item!

You're not wrong.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1079787782

That really happened? You gotta be fucking joking...

I don't mind too much about the listed price. But labeling it a collectors item? :nya:

[Oscar]

That really happened? You gotta be fucking joking...

I don't mind too much about the listed price. But labeling it a collectors item? :nya:

I'm hoping that it was sarcasm.
Having those things listed in "Classic & Vintage" is bad enough, but a collectors item?
Pleeeeeze.....

[Banditbandit]

Could be a collectors item!

You're not wrong.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1079787782

A 12 year old bike at 545ks ?? It collects dust !!!!

[Autech]

That GN may just have won this thread... Well done...


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[jellywrestler]

That really happened? You gotta be fucking joking...

I don't mind too much about the listed price. But labeling it a collectors item? :nya:

given that the GN250 is without a doubt the biggest selling road motorcycle in nz over the last 35 years and how many thousands of people have had fun on them this is certainly a desirable collectors item. if anyone thinks otherwise they are misguided. Yip you may have the wankers that want the RRR whatever super carbonfibre expensive bike to show off on how much money they had but true collecting is in the eye of the beholder.

[jellywrestler]

given that the GN250 is without a doubt the biggest selling road motorcycle in nz over the last 35 years and how many thousands of people have had fun on them this is certainly a desirable collectors item. if anyone thinks otherwise they are misguided. Yip you may have the wankers that want the RRR whatever super carbonfibre expensive bike to show off on how much money they had but true collecting is in the eye of the beholder.

just look at the value of the lepers ride of the 50's and 60's, the Army Indian now......

[EJK]

given that the GN250 is without a doubt the biggest selling road motorcycle in nz over the last 35 years and how many thousands of people have had fun on them this is certainly a desirable collectors item. if anyone thinks otherwise they are misguided. Yip you may have the wankers that want the RRR whatever super carbonfibre expensive bike to show off on how much money they had but true collecting is in the eye of the beholder.

They were the icon of embarrassment! Was mostly cheap means of getting through their learners/ restricted on. A lot of riders I knew whose had a GN quickly ditched theirs after getting their full.

Popular does not mean collectible. Only time they become "collectible" are when a whole heap of unsold bikes are packed in a container ready to be dumped in the ocean, like those bunch of GN125H on Tardme.

[Scubbo]

I'd buy it for $1500 :eek: though less horsepower than the fxr150 :laugh:

[Oscar]

They were the icon of embarrassment! Was mostly cheap means of getting through their learners/ restricted on. A lot of riders I knew whose had a GN quickly ditched theirs after getting their full.

Popular does not mean collectible. Only time they become "collectible" are when a whole heap of unsold bikes are packed in a container ready to be dumped in the ocean, like those bunch of GN125H on Tardme.

There was a chick at school that everyone had a burn on, but I don't see her for sale on TM.
We called her "Vespa" - fun to ride, but you wouldn't want ya mates to see you hopping off...

[jellywrestler]

They were the icon of embarrassment! Was mostly cheap means of getting through their learners/ restricted on. A lot of riders I knew whose had a GN quickly ditched theirs after getting their full.

Popular does not mean collectible. Only time they become "collectible" are when a whole heap of unsold bikes are packed in a container ready to be dumped in the ocean, like those bunch of GN125H on Tardme.

go to southwards to the basement where the old commodres and vivas hang out, there's more chatter within visitors than there is upstairs where all the rolls royces and other flash shit hang out.

[F5 Dave]

VD was pretty common in the 90s, but you wouldn't want one again just because you had one back in the day.

I don't recall seeing any CB250N in your haul. They were common and dreary back when I t'were a lad.

[AllanB]

Interesting concept - the GN250 as a collectors bike.

Who would have thought a early Honda 50 step-thru would be worth money?

[Drew]

It reads as an obvious piss take you pillocks.

[F5 Dave]

12 years of not using a bike between two owners is quite an elaborate setup yeah Drew?

[jellywrestler]

Interesting concept - the GN250 as a collectors bike.

Who would have thought a early Honda 50 step-thru would be worth money?

what and why do people collect after all, stuff they were familiar with and stuff they dreamed of but couldn't afford.
the GN250 is the BSA Bantam of the modern era, look at how popular they are.

[jellywrestler]

I don't recall seeing any CB250N in your haul. They were common and dreary back when I t'were a lad.

if you're talking about my bikes then you've got one thing well and truly wrong. I am not a collector, never have been and never will be, I have each of my bikes for my own reasons and enjoyment.

[Drew]

12 years of not using a bike between two owners is quite an elaborate setup yeah Drew?

Mibbee he's really committed to average jokes.

[Crasherfromwayback]

what and why do people collect after all, stuff they were familiar with and stuff they dreamed of but couldn't afford.
the GN250 is the BSA Bantam of the modern era, look at how popular they are.

Don't think a GN falls into that cat sorry. If you couldn't afford a GN back when they were 2k new, prob never will be able to afford one. And BSA Bantams are not really worth much now.

[jellywrestler]

And BSA Bantams are not really worth much now.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1072045977.htm
$4300 for 37year old restoration.... sold last week

[Crasherfromwayback]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1072045977.htm
$4300 for 37year old restoration.... sold last week

Oh for sure compared to what they were new...God knows...what 500 pounds or whatever...but I don't really call $4300.00 big money.

[Scubbo]

that's gorgeous! :love:

[F5 Dave]

if you're talking about my bikes then you've got one thing well and truly wrong. I am not a collector, never have been and never will be, I have each of my bikes for my own reasons and enjoyment.
Maybe you are confusing investor with collector. I'm a collector of quirky 60\70s Suzuki's. I only have 1. I don't intend to sell it. I will ride it. But its isn't necessary, it won't serve as a main form of transport. I'm a collector. In the same way that I found a Auss gp postage stamp with a WCM YZR500 on it I'd put in a drawer because it was too cool to throw away. Great so now I'm a stamp collector. To my shame.

You have some seriously cool bikes. And some that aren't my cup of tea, but more power to you, you buy what you want.

[Banditbandit]

Mibbee he's really committed to average jokes.


Don't think a GN falls into that cat sorry.

Yeah - GNs have always been an averge joke ..



If you couldn't afford a GN back when they were 2k new, prob never will be able to afford one. And BSA Bantams are not really worth much now.

I sold my bantam for way more than he's asking for that GN ...


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1074292565.htm (this is not mine ...)

[jellywrestler]

Yeah - GNs have always been an averge joke ..




have you any idea what an army indian was like to be seen on in the old days? a 40's footchange bike still for sale new in the sixties, when the company had long since folded, now look at the place they hold in our hearts and wallets...

[Katman]

In the same way that I found a Auss gp postage stamp with a WCM YZR500 on it I'd put in a drawer because it was too cool to throw away. Great so now I'm a stamp collector. To my shame.

I have somewhere in the region of 300+ stamps with motorcycles on them.

[Crasherfromwayback]

have you any idea what an army indian was like to be seen on in the old days? a 40's footchange bike still for sale new in the sixties, when the company had long since folded, now look at the place they hold in our hearts and wallets...

Sorry Spyda...but I personally don't think a GN250 is ever gonna be an Army Indian in that way.

[Jin]

So this RSV4 has been up for a long time now. Sure its a pretty bike with lots of tasteful farkles but for $25k you can get brand new R1 which is a far better bike.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1080187920

If it was $20k i would be seriously tempted. But the dealer doesnt even seem interested in selling. Multiple emails and no reply :scratch:

[Stylo]

I know these will go up in value over time but , a well used one ?

I'm told it's from Invercargill so no doubt it's had a bit of sand under it's wheels




http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-1080509961.htm

[Autech]

So this RSV4 has been up for a long time now. Sure its a pretty bike with lots of tasteful farkles but for $25k you can get brand new R1 which is a far better bike.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1080187920

If it was $20k i would be seriously tempted. But the dealer doesnt even seem interested in selling. Multiple emails and no reply :scratch:

MDU are an awesome shop mate, I am 99% sure if you gave them a buzz they might fix you up with a deal. Not sure they would knock 5k off though bro! Seems a reasonable price due to all the farkles. Yes a new R1 is better and costs the same, but if people bought bikes on price/value/bang for bucks alone, very few European bikes would sell.


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[Crasherfromwayback]

I know these will go up in value over time but , a well used one ?

I'm told it's from Invercargill so no doubt it's had a bit of sand under it's wheels




http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-1080509961.htm

Fucking kidding themselves.

[AllanB]

RSV4 advert
Just been factory serviced.

Parts fitted to the bike below, and I'm sure I've missed some...

Akrapovic Evo111 full superbike titanium system/race ECU $6000.00
Aprilia corse carbon fibre stator cover $180.00
Aprilia corse carbon fibre clutch cover $400.00
Pro Fibre carbon fibre frame covers $450.00
Pro Fibre carbon fibre swing arm covers $300.00
Samco silicon hose kit $400.00
Billet rear sets $350.00
Billet folding clutch & brake levers $200.00
DID ex gold ring chain $300.00
Front sprocket (1 tooth lower) $80.00
Super sprox gold rear sprocket $250.00
Rizomar billet sprocket cover $200.00
Puig tinted double bubble screen $260.00
Lightech billet chain adjusters $400.00

Painted parts painted by James Lee Designs

Front & Rear brake calipers - $ 500
Fork lowers - $ 250


Chains and sprockets after 7k? Nah a re-gear I think - cost is irrelevant.

Who pays $400 for chain adjusters!

$500 to paint the calipers! :(


Factory serviced - no. Shop serviced - unless it was flown back to the motherland to be serviced .....


Still - nice bike. Value? for the buyer to decide - looks OK to me. Any old arse can own a R1

[HenryDorsetCase]

I was in Avon City Suzuki yesterday (just looking, thanks) they have an RSV4 in there. Which is a Factory. It has the good shit. Ohlins forks and TTX36, forged wheels etc. That one is just covered in expensive tat. who the fuck needs a "Billet sprocket cover" for fucks sake. Sure, it has some nice bits on it - that the bike doesnt really need. But a bike like this with Ohlins front and back, light wheels. yes please. And it is $20k.


http://www.avoncitysuzuki.co.nz/Details/?id=544631&veh=2009-Aprilia-RSV4R-Factory&page=1


PS heads up they are having their "end of summer" gear sale this weekend. I could do with some winter gloves....

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1074995824.htm

this is actually really realistic price and worth buying just for that tail light.

[AllanB]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1074995824.htm

this is actually really realistic price and worth buying just for that tail light.

That seat!

[HenryDorsetCase]

That seat!

needs a matt black steel tractor seat.

[Jin]

MDU are an awesome shop mate, I am 99% sure if you gave them a buzz they might fix you up with a deal. Not sure they would knock 5k off though bro! Seems a reasonable price due to all the farkles. Yes a new R1 is better and costs the same, but if people bought bikes on price/value/bang for bucks alone, very few European bikes would sell.


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You're right it is a reasonable price with all the farkles when considered in isolation. But if you compare to what else you can get for $25k, namely a 2015/16 R1, its hard to justify the purchase of the RSV4 nomatter how pretty she is. And then they can be tempermental things and bloody hard to sell as well.

I did actually speak with them very friendly and asked them to send me some more pics and a sound clip then never heard from them again despite follow up emails.

Anyway someone might pay $25k for it but they would have to be quite spend free to buy it at that price. I probably would buy for $20k but whether the owner will come around to realising its not worth the same as brand new and better bikes is unknown. Guess they dont want to take a hit as a lot of money was spent on it but the longer they wait in hope for a buyer the more its value drops.


I was in Avon City Suzuki yesterday (just looking, thanks) they have an RSV4 in there. Which is a Factory. It has the good shit. Ohlins forks and TTX36, forged wheels etc. That one is just covered in expensive tat. who the fuck needs a "Billet sprocket cover" for fucks sake. Sure, it has some nice bits on it - that the bike doesnt really need. But a bike like this with Ohlins front and back, light wheels. yes please. And it is $20k.


http://www.avoncitysuzuki.co.nz/Details/?id=544631&veh=2009-Aprilia-RSV4R-Factory&page=1


PS heads up they are having their "end of summer" gear sale this weekend. I could do with some winter gloves....
That bike is way overpriced compared to the other RSV4. Its a 2009 with 29k kms on it. The other is a 2012, lower ks, full akra system and all the other extras.

[HenryDorsetCase]

That bike is way overpriced compared to the other RSV4. Its a 2009 with 29k kms on it. The other is a 2012, lower ks, full akra system and all the other extras.

did you miss the part that it had functionally better parts on it, not stupid bling? Ohlins forks, ohlins shocks, forged wheels, brembo monoblocks? and it is five grand cheaper asking price. Arguably the Akra zorst is a functional improvement (if done properly) because it is lighter and possibly de-cats the system, but all that other shit? cheap or expensive tat not worth a thing.

But, you know, if you are swayed by a hog, wearing lipstick, go for it.

[Jin]

did you miss the part that it had functionally better parts on it, not stupid bling? Ohlins forks, ohlins shocks, forged wheels, brembo monoblocks? and it is five grand cheaper asking price. Arguably the Akra zorst is a functional improvement (if done properly) because it is lighter and possibly de-cats the system, but all that other shit? cheap or expensive tat not worth a thing.

But, you know, if you are swayed by a hog, wearing lipstick, go for it.
Did you miss the part the 2012 is also a factory with ohlins, forged wheels and brembos?

[HenryDorsetCase]

Did you miss the part the 2012 is also a factory with ohlins, forged wheels and brembos?

Actually, yes I did. Now I feel bad. Sorry.

Did you buy it?

[Jin]

Sokay the ad didn't actually make it clear so easy to miss unless you know to look for it. Won't buy for 25 maybe for 20 but unlikely as dealer doesn't seem interested in selling. To me at least.

[5150]

I was in Avon City Suzuki yesterday (just looking, thanks) they have an RSV4 in there. Which is a Factory. It has the good shit. Ohlins forks and TTX36, forged wheels etc. That one is just covered in expensive tat. who the fuck needs a "Billet sprocket cover" for fucks sake. Sure, it has some nice bits on it - that the bike doesnt really need. But a bike like this with Ohlins front and back, light wheels. yes please. And it is $20k.


http://www.avoncitysuzuki.co.nz/Details/?id=544631&veh=2009-Aprilia-RSV4R-Factory&page=1


PS heads up they are having their "end of summer" gear sale this weekend. I could do with some winter gloves....

All that sex appeal and they stick ugly as sin megaphone muffler on it???? :no:

[Paul in NZ]

Fucking kidding themselves.

Tell em they're dreamin mate

[Paul in NZ]

I was in Avon City Suzuki yesterday (just looking, thanks) they have an RSV4 in there. Which is a Factory. It has the good shit. Ohlins forks and TTX36, forged wheels etc. That one is just covered in expensive tat. who the fuck needs a "Billet sprocket cover" for fucks sake. Sure, it has some nice bits on it - that the bike doesnt really need. But a bike like this with Ohlins front and back, light wheels. yes please. And it is $20k.


http://www.avoncitysuzuki.co.nz/Details/?id=544631&veh=2009-Aprilia-RSV4R-Factory&page=1


PS heads up they are having their "end of summer" gear sale this weekend. I could do with some winter gloves....

You had me until I got to the bit

Please note, the chassis has done 28,850kms the motor was replaced under factory warranty at 10,000kms.

erm.....

[Crasherfromwayback]

And yeah nah...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1081601422

[5150]

And yeah nah...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1081601422

For 25K it better come with the whole garage and everything that's in it....

[Crasherfromwayback]

For 25K it better come with the whole garage and everything that's in it....

Even IF it was 100% original, he'd be struggling...I do quite like them though for some odd reason.

[Autech]

Even IF it was 100% original, he'd be struggling...I do quite like them though for some odd reason.

I quite like it. Not 25k like it though, more like a 10er and gives a ride owh g?

[Paul in NZ]

They are rare now and in some markets they might pull that but here? Not a show...

[Crasherfromwayback]

They are rare now and in some markets they might pull that but here? Not a show...

Even then it'd have to be nut and bolt perfect I'd imagine. Later model switch gear etc is a no no

[Banditbandit]

Even IF it was 100% original, he'd be struggling...I do quite like them though for some odd reason.

Yeah .. pretty odd ... looks like a cross between a bonnie (paint job) and a BSA (engine) built in Rice Bubble land ..

[flashg]

Sokay the ad didn't actually make it clear so easy to miss unless you know to look for it. Won't buy for 25 maybe for 20 but unlikely as dealer doesn't seem interested in selling. To me at least.


That bike is being sold on behalf as far as I know. so they probably can't negotiate. Lee of James lee designs is the owner,or was, maybe ring him, He's a hell of a nice guy. His paint shop is a stones throw away from MDU.
I've seen that bike in the flesh and it's stunning. Lee dressed it up because he could and it's what he liked.
I also know the history of the one at avon city, it was owned by a mate, one of the first in NZ and had the engine replaced as a factory recall even though the dealers at the time tried their hardest not to do it

[jellywrestler]

Yeah .. pretty odd ... looks like a cross between a bonnie (paint job) and a BSA (engine) built in Rice Bubble land ..

there was an old motorcydcle generic workshop manual that said for service data go directly to the bsa A10, that's how close they were to them including imparial clearances

[flashg]

Are you a bike salesman now Flash ?

All that before aside it was never a notable bike other than it tried to copy the Triumph Bonneville .

Did nothing right, did nothing wrong. Each to their own I guess.

Yawn.


I'm talking about the RSV4 Mark, not the Kawasaki W650.
Not a salesman at all, just saying what I know

[Crasherfromwayback]

I'm talking about the RSV4 Mark, not the Kawasaki W650.


Lol. I thought that was pretty obvious!

[F5 Dave]

Ahahahaha. Ahahahaha
Ahahahah. Ahahahaha.http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1082000157.htm
:nya::nya::nya:
Sigh.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Some kid is saying "Dad did you see the helmet from my Darth Vader costume" and Dad is all like "Nah but check out the sweet new fairing on my cherry XZ400".

I tried to buy that FT500 today for asking price ($2k) but was too late :( I have this thing for rectangular headlights and weird ergonomics and square clocks.

[pritch]

Yeah .. pretty odd ... looks like a cross between a bonnie (paint job) and a BSA (engine) built in Rice Bubble land ..

Doesn't look odd, they look lovely. Even the Brit magazine BIKE admitted they were better than a Bonnie.

Then again, you can buy a brand new 2016 version for $14,000 so why anybody would want to pay thousands more beats me.

[tigertim20]

Ahahahaha. Ahahahaha
Ahahahah. Ahahahaha.http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1082000157.htm
:nya::nya::nya:
Sigh.

ahahahah oh dear. I bought one a few years back for $500 (with wof and reg)
it was a, errrr, interesting experience riding that thing. when it decided to work that is.

Perhaps its a classic case of accidentally adding an extra zero?

[Crasherfromwayback]

Ahahahaha. Ahahahaha
Ahahahah. Ahahahaha.http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1082000157.htm
:nya::nya::nya:
Sigh.


ahahahah oh dear. I bought one a few years back for $500 (with wof and reg)
it was a, errrr, interesting experience riding that thing. when it decided to work that is.

Perhaps its a classic case of accidentally adding an extra zero?

Worst heap of shit built by Yamaha since the TX750.

[F5 Dave]

I rode one a young lass bought brand new. I was used to riding old shitters. It was still the worst bike I'd ever ridden.

[Madness]

Worst heap of shit built by Yamaha since the TX750.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1075307809.htm

[Crasherfromwayback]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1075307809.htm

Rather have warts on my knob.

[Autech]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1075307809.htm

Rego dead...

Hmmmm


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[SVboy]

That bike is being sold on behalf as far as I know. so they probably can't negotiate. Lee of James lee designs is the owner,or was, maybe ring him, He's a hell of a nice guy. His paint shop is a stones throw away from MDU.
I've seen that bike in the flesh and it's stunning. Lee dressed it up because he could and it's what he liked.
I also know the history of the one at avon city, it was owned by a mate, one of the first in NZ and had the engine replaced as a factory recall even though the dealers at the time tried their hardest not to do it

You are being a bit sparse with the full story on both bikes! Totally agree with you on Lee's bike. Beautiful bike. The other one, well sounds like HDC is all over that like a rash! You just go for it, you good thing you!

[HenryDorsetCase]

You are being a bit sparse with the full story on both bikes! Totally agree with you on Lee's bike. Beautiful bike. The other one, well sounds like HDC is all over that like a rash! You just go for it, you good thing you!

Nah. I want a Kawasaki W800 or 650 or Bonnie.

[Jin]

You are being a bit sparse with the full story on both bikes! Totally agree with you on Lee's bike. Beautiful bike. The other one, well sounds like HDC is all over that like a rash! You just go for it, you good thing you!
Please share! Whats the story here?

[flashg]

Please share! Whats the story here?


Read post 3564. If I was looking to buy an RSV4, I would try my hardest to get Lee's bike @ MDU. Lee is the owner of James Lee design and a very talented air brush etc painter, that bike will be perfect. Although the bike at Avon city Suzuki is very nice, there is no comparison. Also big age difference.
I have no interest in this bike. I had dealings with Lee in 2009 and haven't seen him since. But he's a top bloke.

[flashg]

Please share! Whats the story here?


PM sent to you

[SVboy]

Please share! Whats the story here?

Sorry, I think that would be mischievous. I would back up FlashG on Lee's bike being a stunner.

[Laava]

These would be a cool addition to your bobber project!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/clothing-fashion/men/underwear/auction-1083055346.htm

[Crasherfromwayback]

These would be a cool addition to your bobber project!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/clothing-fashion/men/underwear/auction-1083055346.htm

I don't want to ask how you found them...

[Richard Mc F]

Worst heap of shit built by Yamaha since the TX750.

Fuck I loved the TX750, shit by reputation but a riding buddy had one for a couple of years I used take care of the servicing (fuck that oil filter!) and let me ride it regular like, no ball of fire but fun..........

XZsssssssssss 550 and 400 how could you even compare those balls of fetid turd to the mighty XS line

[Dadpole]

A couple of thousand years ago a mate bought a year old TX750 from a car yard. He brought it around and we all pissed ourselves as it vibrated itself down the drive on the mainstand. :nya:

It died with a terrible sound of broken engine parts a couple of months later. It seemed the car yard had 'repaired' the engine in the usual car yard way. Vengeance was extracted at a later date.

[Paul in NZ]

A couple of thousand years ago a mate bought a year old TX750 from a car yard. He brought it around and we all pissed ourselves as it vibrated itself down the drive on the mainstand. :nya:

It died with a terrible sound of broken engine parts a couple of months later. It seemed the car yard had 'repaired' the engine in the usual car yard way. Vengeance was extracted at a later date.

The TX 750 has a terrible reputation based on the first year bikes (1973)

It had this Omni-Phase balancer thingy which whipped up the oil in the sump, aerating the oil and starving the crank for lubrication which resulted in bearing failure.

In addition, the balance chain would stretch, resulting with the counterweights being out of phase and making the engine run rough. Although Yamaha quickly repaired the problems, including a deeper sump and an adjustable balance chain, sales fell and the TX750 became synonymous with poor design and reliability. The 1974 Model was extensively modified with a revised sump and does not suffer from reliability issues

I remember the TX750 engines being sold bare and brand new for 'choppers' in the 70's... Not sure there were many takers.

End of the day - the bikes now rare...

[Oscar]

The TX 750 has a terrible reputation based on the first year bikes (1973)

It had this Omni-Phase balancer thingy which whipped up the oil in the sump, aerating the oil and starving the crank for lubrication which resulted in bearing failure.

In addition, the balance chain would stretch, resulting with the counterweights being out of phase and making the engine run rough. Although Yamaha quickly repaired the problems, including a deeper sump and an adjustable balance chain, sales fell and the TX750 became synonymous with poor design and reliability. The 1974 Model was extensively modified with a revised sump and does not suffer from reliability issues

I remember the TX750 engines being sold bare and brand new for 'choppers' in the 70's... Not sure there were many takers.

End of the day - the bikes now rare...

Didn't Traffic Cops get them?

[Black Knight]

I don't want to ask how you found them...

I was going to ask the very same question,nothing to do last night Al?

[Crasherfromwayback]

I was going to ask the very same question,nothing to do last night Al?

Searching for quick rear access gruts???

[OddDuck]

These would be a cool addition to your bobber project!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/clothing-fashion/men/underwear/auction-1083055346.htm

:killingme

[Laava]

I was going to ask the very same question,nothing to do last night Al?

Haha, came thru on the $1 auctions. I thought it must have been just a joke posting hence my question and then I checked his other listings!:crazy::lol:

[Paul in NZ]

Didn't Traffic Cops get them?

Don't remember them having them but theres a LOT I don't remember from those days...

[Dadpole]

The cops had the 500 twins. The local one had one before they 'upgraded' him to a Suzuki GT380. Old "Chisel Chin" still couldn't catch us but knew where we lived anyway.:innocent:

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1083155817.htm

Bike is too expensive.

Camera aimed at crotch.

Tatts not getting any classier.

Tits or GTFO

[Big Dog]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1083155817.htm

Bike is too expensive.

Camera aimed at crotch.

Tatts not getting any classier.

Tits or GTFO
50% over priced. I do like w650s but not at that price...
Is it just me or does her belly tattoo look like a black strap on hanging out the top of her pants?

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[wind_glider]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1084546969.htm

Someone please tell this guy that his reduced price from $10,495 to $9,495 in the last 6 months his bike has been on TradeMe is still bull shit?

While you are at it please show him a brand new one from the dealership only costs $8,995.

Here, I'll even provide the link
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1071859738.htm

[Katman]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1084546969.htm

Someone please tell this guy that his reduced price from $10,495 to $9,495 in the last 6 months his bike has been on TradeMe is still bull shit?

While you are at it please show him a brand new one from the dealership only costs $8,995.

Here, I'll even provide the link
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1071859738.htm

Seriously, why the fuck does it bother you so much?

[Berries]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1083155817.htm

Bike is too expensive.

Camera aimed at crotch.

Tatts not getting any classier.

Tits or GTFO
"Manly kickstarter"

I thought that was Tony Veitch?

[Gremlin]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1083155817.htm

Bike is too expensive.

Camera aimed at crotch.

Tatts not getting any classier.

Tits or GTFO
I'd actually rather not see those tits. Not really interested in the bike. Oh cool, no problem :sunny:

[5150]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1084546969.htm

Someone please tell this guy that his reduced price from $10,495 to $9,495 in the last 6 months his bike has been on TradeMe is still bull shit?

While you are at it please show him a brand new one from the dealership only costs $8,995.

Here, I'll even provide the link
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1071859738.htm

You could tell him your self..... unless he black listed you already

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1084492866.htm


8000 for a nine year old orphan.

makes this at $8500 (asking) seem cheap.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1082053280.htm

or this:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1082076513.htm


Meh, whatever. People are stupid.

[Black Knight]

A sister to my CL but twice the mileage and price-XR400 motor so not too orphan
The bastard that wrote all over the tank needs a kick in the balls.

[Maha]

Not sure that this fits the optimistic category but at $5300 is this good buying?
Low K's and in mint condition.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1065075696.htm

[Banditbandit]

Not sure that this fits the optimistic category but at $5300 is this good buying?
Low K's and in mint condition.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1065075696.htm

A bit on the high side - but comparable with this one ... with higher mileage

http://www.iflscience.com/physics/quantum-equations-dispute-big-bang

[5150]

Not sure that this fits the optimistic category but at $5300 is this good buying?
Low K's and in mint condition.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1065075696.htm

Looks like he desperately needs the money for his English lessons....:rolleyes:

[Maha]

Looks like he desperately needs the money for his English lessons....:rolleyes:

Hartley used? he could be talking about his 22ft yacht. Is that a bit of rust buildup on the headers?

[Big Dog]

Not sure that this fits the optimistic category but at $5300 is this good buying?
Low K's and in mint condition.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1065075696.htm
General rule, if it makes your little feller stand up, ask the price.
If the price doesn't make him sit down again that's good buying.
Personally I wouldn't pay more than 4500 - the cost of a chain and sprockets, a wof and 3 months rego.
But then I am a tight Bastard.

Then again if it made me stiffer I might be a bit more flexible in price as life is to short to sit around wishing I hadn't missed out.


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[Moi]

A sister to my CL but twice the mileage and price-XR400 motor so not too orphan
The bastard that wrote all over the tank needs a kick in the balls.

That's the youngest of the Dent boys... was always called Small...

It is a pretty bike...

[Autech]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1083155817.htm

Bike is too expensive.

Camera aimed at crotch.

Tatts not getting any classier.

Tits or GTFO

I agree, tits might draw attention away from other areas of ugliness, like the bike and the price he is asking for it.



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[Laava]

I agree, tits might draw attention away from other areas of ugliness, like the bike and the price he is asking for it.



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Test rides on both?

[Drew]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1084492866.htm


8000 for a nine year old orphan.

makes this at $8500 (asking) seem cheap.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1082053280.htm

or this:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1082076513.htm


Meh, whatever. People are stupid.
The Predator is good buying.

[SJM]

Not sure that this fits the optimistic category but at $5300 is this good buying?
Low K's and in mint condition.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1065075696.htm

They are awesome bikes, and are very under rated. I have sold two of them via TM with no reserve and on both occasions got somewhere between 3 and 3.5k, not saying I got what they were worth, but I did get what someone was prepared to pay. Both had kms that were at the higher end of 60.

I think $5,300 is slightly high.

[SVboy]

They are awesome bikes, and are very under rated. I have sold two of them via TM with no reserve and on both occasions got somewhere between 3 and 3.5k, not saying I got what they were worth, but I did get what someone was prepared to pay. Both had kms that were at the higher end of 60.

I think $5,300 is slightly high.

I so agree. I sold my one at higher Kms but great order for $3500. I think that is the value of that one. At that kms the carbs often need a rebuild-ovalised emulsion tubes and worn needles $$$$$$$$$! Plus, chain and sprockets, and those 16 yr old shocks have most probably never been serviced$$$$$$! Great bikes however.

[nzspokes]

They are awesome bikes, and are very under rated. I have sold two of them via TM with no reserve and on both occasions got somewhere between 3 and 3.5k, not saying I got what they were worth, but I did get what someone was prepared to pay. Both had kms that were at the higher end of 60.

I think $5,300 is slightly high.

They managed to make an ugly bandit with old skool suspension. :2thumbsup

[neels]

A bargain at only 3k, incomplete and with no cert.

What is it with people turning SR250's into even uglier piles of crap.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1083874960.htm

[5150]

A bargain at only 3k, incomplete and with no cert.

What is it with people turning SR250's into even uglier piles of crap.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1083874960.htm

Oh go on. I know you want it :cool:

[Oscar]

A bargain at only 3k, incomplete and with no cert.

What is it with people turning SR250's into even uglier piles of crap.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1083874960.htm

What a piece of crap.


This is a bike I built but have never had the time to finish. Frame has been ndt Crack tested for cert

That's not the only thing I'd be testing for crack.

[Drew]

The price has to be a joke, but the bike is certainly different. I'd own it.

[neels]

The price has to be a joke, but the bike is certainly different. I'd own it.
It's different all right, and so is the seller's grasp of the english language.

But you're right, if the price went down by a factor of 10 then it might be worth a look for shits and giggles.

[Drew]

It's different all right, and so is the seller's grasp of the english language.

But you're right, if the price went down by a factor of 10 then it might be worth a look for shits and giggles.

If it's a runner, I'd pay a grand.

[jellywrestler]

If it's a runner, I'd pay a grand.

and with exhaust wrap $1500?

[Laava]

A bargain at only 3k, incomplete and with no cert.

What is it with people turning SR250's into even uglier piles of crap.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1083874960.htm

Needs more cowbell

[Drew]

and with exhaust wrap $1500?

If it had exhaust wrap, he'd be asking 10k

[Pound]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1085480835


203.4hp and can't find the dyno sheet?


How convenient.....


I suppose it can go over 200 mph+ and runs low 7's on the strip too...

[Drew]

Hahahahahahaha, pipe and a power commander to add 40+ponies.

[RDJ]

Hahahahahahaha, pipe and a power commander to add 40+ponies.

It's long been my understanding that pipes and a reflash would get you maybe 4-5 hp if you're lucky...? And could make your hp less if pipes are wrong for the engine...

[Jin]

someone congratulate him on having the fastest fireblade in the world

[F5 Dave]

Yeah he used to date Scarlett Johansson but his phone SD card corrupted and he lost the nudey photos.

[Autech]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1085480835


203.4hp and can't find the dyno sheet?


How convenient.....


I suppose it can go over 200 mph+ and runs low 7's on the strip too...

Fuck, YOU just won this thread. So many winners, so many fuck wits.

Can someone get on the phone to the chaps that build the NZ Superbikes, turns out all you need to make 200hp is an exhaust and a power commander.


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[sugilite]

Hahahahahahaha, pipe and a power commander to add 40+ponies.
Don't forget the BattleAx tyres, got to be some HP gains there lol.

[Laava]

Seems to me, you get more believable horsepower by keeping your mouth shut. Skiters always full of it!

[Erelyes]

Hahahahahahaha, pipe and a power commander to add 40+ponies.

'Video coming soon on youtube'

In 7680 × 4320 resolution at 120fps no doubt.

[Erelyes]

Oh and 'viscous' throttle response

How viscous? Like honey? Like cold oil? Like tar?

[Drew]

Don't forget the BattleAx tyres, got to be some HP gains there lol.

That actually does make a difference to the number a dyno gives. Run a bike up with a slick and then with a road tyre, the difference is impressive.

[Pound]

the difference is impressive.


About 40hp I'd imagine....

[Autech]

About 40hp I'd imagine....

Fuck, I will chuck a road tyre on my bucket, 55hp fxr!


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[Drew]

About 40hp I'd imagine....

Alas, no.

But I've heard tell of an engine tuner who was frustrated by a bike he couldn't get the right power from a motor, that he'd previously achieved from the same mods. He only put a road tyre on the bike because he'd done so many runs on the slick that it was fucked. Run it up again, BINGO!

[Crasherfromwayback]

That actually does make a difference to the number a dyno gives. Run a bike up with a slick and then with a road tyre, the difference is impressive.

Unless you're using one like WMCC's old one.

[SVboy]

Please visit the classic bike section here and offer your opinions on the value of my project Honda XL175 bikes, so I can avoid ending up in this thread!

[Drew]

Please visit the classic bike section here and offer your opinions on the value of my project Honda XL175 bikes, so I can avoid ending up in this thread!
No need. $5 and a packet of potatoe crisps.

[husaberg]

Whatever he wants
321576
Its optimistic.....
http://www.autoshop-link.com/stock-car/2010/10/post.php

[Owl]

321576


:killingme

[jasonu]

Rather have more warts on my knob.

No need to thank me for correcting your post...

[Intruder VS]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1086191694.htm

Tell me is that handle bar set up galv pipe with handle bar ends welded on? Yeah no don't think I'd want to go for a skid on it be worried the ends would stap off.

[sidecar bob]

1908? Really? http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1019877766.htm

[Grumph]

Tell me is that handle bar set up galv pipe with handle bar ends welded on? Yeah no don't think I'd want to go for a skid on it be worried the ends would stap off.

"custom rust" i must remember that one...

[jellywrestler]

1908? Really? http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1019877766.htm

your ignorance of history of vehicles sometimes amazes me Bob, 1908, is the year the tree was planted that they chopped down to make this with......

[Banditbandit]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1086191694.htm

Tell me is that handle bar set up galv pipe with handle bar ends welded on? Yeah no don't think I'd want to go for a skid on it be worried the ends would stap off.

10 grand ??? Tell him he's dreaming ...

[Crasherfromwayback]

10 grand ??? Tell him he's dreaming ...

Only now, have I seen it all...

[Oscar]

10 grand ??? Tell him he's dreaming ...

Shitty bike?
Check
Stupid Price?
Check
Ludicrous modifications?
Check (suicide shifter on a Yamaha 250!!!!)
Miles of Pipe Wrap?
Check



He wins this thread.

[Virago]

Don't forget the custom rust. Expensive stuff that...

[pritch]

He says it turns heads but he didn't say which way they were turning - away.

[Banditbandit]

your ignorance of history of vehicles sometimes amazes me Bob, 1908, is the year the tree was planted that they chopped down to make this with......

They didn't have new ma .. pneu ... blow up tyres in 1908 ..

[Autech]

He says it turns heads but he didn't say which way they were turning - away... to vomit

Quoted and corrected, you are welcome.

[Oscar]

He says it turns heads but he didn't say which way they were turning - away.

I was kinda thinking along the lines of turning to point and laugh...

[Runty]

I'd like to buy it - but only if he drops the price by about $9900.
Be kinda fun to ride somewhere then set it on fire

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[Banditbandit]

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And we care because ???

[Owl]

He says it turns heads but he didn't say which way they were turning - away.

Not necessarily, but he didn't mention the pointing and laughing.:nya:

[russd7]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-1086191694.htm

Tell me is that handle bar set up galv pipe with handle bar ends welded on? Yeah no don't think I'd want to go for a skid on it be worried the ends would stap off.

he can't justify that price, he doesn't state its lams approved.

as for handlebars, yup looks to me like he cut em and found a bit of old galv lying about and welded it in

[Autech]

I'll just leave this here....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1087890123.htm

[Drew]

I'll just leave this here....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1087890123.htm

Someone will pay very good money for one of those, but I'd have thought $5k would qualify as very good money.

[EJK]

I'll just leave this here....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1087890123.htm

I remember seeing one of them NSR250s at Colemans Suzuki in my early days of motorcycling. I was like "Ha! That's one fugly shit-looking bike!"

My perspective have changed much since then.

[Autech]

Someone will pay very good money for one of those, but I'd have thought $5k would qualify as very good money.

My thoughts exactly. 5k tidy, 3k average. Pre LAMS might have been worth it perhaps


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[5150]

Someone will pay very good money for one of those, but I'd have thought $5k would qualify as very good money.

Not when you can get one of these ........

http://www.redbaron.co.nz/used-bikes/Sport/1505-Honda-NSR250R%20MC21/

Or this :drool:


http://www.redbaron.co.nz/used-bikes/Sport/1413-Honda-NSR250SP/

[Autech]

Not when you can get one of these ........

Or this :drool:


http://www.redbaron.co.nz/used-bikes/Sport/1413-Honda-NSR250SP/

:tugger: FAP, FAPFAPFAPFAPFAPFAAAPPPP :blink: 8----3 ~0 ~0 ~0 ~0

[Racing Dave]

Not when you can get one of these ........

http://www.redbaron.co.nz/used-bikes/Sport/1505-Honda-NSR250R%20MC21/

Or this :drool:


http://www.redbaron.co.nz/used-bikes/Sport/1413-Honda-NSR250SP/

Ah, but neither of the Red Baron bikes come with 'new radiator oil' or a new 'break' lever.

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.redbaron.co.nz/used-bikes/Sport/1413-Honda-NSR250SP/

I became fully erect looking at that. fucking cool

[Autech]

I became fully erect looking at that. fucking cool

I had already shot my load by the part that said "magnesium wheels"


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[nudemetalz]

I wonder if both of those NSR's are restricted 45hp or the whole fang-dangle 60+hp....
Agree they are very tasty :)

[pritch]

Someone will pay very good money for one of those, but I'd have thought $5k would qualify as very good money.

You are right, they are desirable now. Not sure that is $7,500 desirable though. I looked at one a few years back but it was a bit rough.

I love the "mint for age" comment. It's either mint or it's not - and it's not. Mint for age is not English.

Update: Just saw those Red Baron ads. :drool:

[Drew]

You guys in the vicinity might wanna go into Red Baron up there. Ask to see the dudes own bikes. Whitetrash tells me the bikes are quite special. NS400R there, amongst other such toys.

Something about VJ23 RGV250SP was mentioned.

[nzspokes]

You guys in the vicinity might wanna go into Red Baron up there. Ask to see the dudes own bikes. Whitetrash tells me the bikes are quite special. NS400R there, amongst other such toys.

Something about VJ23 RGV250SP was mentioned.

If its Aucks you are talking about, good luck looking at anything.

[F5 Dave]

A mate bought a pretty good MC21 for $5k I think might have been less. Dry clutch model. I think he paid 5 for his vj23. Ridden both and they are cool. Fag packet versions look just a bit saucier but you have to get what you can and he's not a rich dude.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I had already shot my load by the part that said "magnesium wheels"



Yeah, I'm not so sure they had 'em? And if they did, not so sure I'd want them after so many years of Tokyo rust.

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1089261162.htm

oooh errr missus, the winter cull is starting to happen.

[Drew]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1089261162.htm

oooh errr missus, the winter cull is starting to happen.
Nothing wrong with that price.

[nudemetalz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1089261162.htm



That dude has some interesting bikes up for sale.
KR-1s are even rarer than RGV's
I'd be happy to have that '1000R in my garage :)

[Katman]

I'd be happy to have that '1000R in my garage :)

What a shame the paint job/decals are so completely on the piss.

[nudemetalz]

What a shame the paint job/decals are so completely on the piss.

Hmm,..I just noticed that. Yeah, it's way off. I guess that comes under what he describes as "a few minor imperfections"....

[Crasherfromwayback]

That dude has some interesting bikes up for sale.
KR-1s
)

Heaps of shit!

[SVboy]

I became fully erect looking at that. fucking cool

Three inches of soggy lawyer penis....well there is an image that might need some mind bleach applied....

[HenryDorsetCase]

Three inches of soggy lawyer penis....well there is an image that might need some mind bleach applied....

I'm pleased you remember what it looked like. And you werent complaining about its size the other night...

[SVboy]

I'm pleased you remember what it looked like. And you werent complaining about its size the other night...

I admit laughter might not be read as a complaint..........

[AllanB]

Funny how memory lane creates the desire for a old shitter. Unless you are genuinely after a Sunday morning runner I reckon if you are coming off anything built in the past 6 years you'll shit yourself silly on a 80's bike. Literally on the first decent sweeper (bendy frame) and full on trouser leg splatter after you save the corner and try to emergency brake.........


But ...... I still long for that evil deep green Z900 with the hotted engine, rowdy 4-1 and Street-Stroker shocks that I passed up way back in 1985 or so.....

Dang something is twitching in my trousers too now.

[F5 Dave]

Heaps of shit!
Trying to drive the price down huh?

[Intruder VS]

Trying to drive the price down huh?

Feel free to drive it down, would look good parked in my shed

[HenryDorsetCase]

they look good those KRs but they had a rep for being very fragile. Much more so than the equivalent Suzuki,Honda or Yamahas of the day

[jellywrestler]

they look good those KRs but they had a rep for being very fragile. Much more so than the equivalent Suzuki,Honda or Yamahas of the day

doubt it, weren't the honda of the day the mvx250?

[Intruder VS]

doubt it, weren't the honda of the day the mvx250?

They didn't last to long then the NS came out which was much improved over the MVX

[Crasherfromwayback]

Trying to drive the price down huh?

LOl. Nah. They just weren't that great!


they look good those KRs but they had a rep for being very fragile. Much more so than the equivalent Suzuki,Honda or Yamahas of the day

The ring retaining pins sunk back into the piston, allowing the rings to rotate and snag in the ports.


doubt it, weren't the honda of the day the mvx250?

MVX was before KR1 times. More like the old KR250 Tandem Twin era. Had one of them from new from the Boyle Bros!

[sugilite]

MVX was before KR1 times. More like the old KR250 Tandem Twin era. Had one of them from new from the Boyle Bros!

I seem to recall the Honda motto for the MVX was "seize the day" :lol:
I jumped of my RG250 onto a mates MVX for a thrash. I remember thinking "Hmmm, when it going to hit the powerband", then looking down at the rev counter and it was already at redline - Opps!:crazy:

[5150]

I seem to recall the Honda motto for the MVX was "seized in a day" :lol:
I jumped of my RG250 onto a mates MVX for a thrash. I remember thinking "Hmmm, when it going to hit the powerband", then looking down at the rev counter and it was already at redline - Opps!:crazy:

Fixed that for ya :msn-wink:

[Drew]

I seem to recall the Honda motto for the MVX was "seize the day" :lol:
I jumped of my RG250 onto a mates MVX for a thrash. I remember thinking "Hmmm, when it going to hit the powerband", then looking down at the rev counter and it was already at redline - Opps!:crazy:


Fixed that for ya :msn-wink:
The cause for the rear slug locking up did get sorted. They balanced the early ones by putting in a bigger conrod. For some reason that fucked with the heat held in the slug...bang.

Second run of them they balanced the crank differently. Stopped happening.

They're a smooth as fuck motor. Probably fuck all slower than the RG, but heaps less exciting and not as sharp in the steering.

[husaberg]

The cause for the rear slug locking up did get sorted. They balanced the early ones by putting in a bigger conrod. For some reason that fucked with the heat held in the slug...bang.

Second run of them they balanced the crank differently. Stopped happening.

They're a smooth as fuck motor. Probably fuck all slower than the RG, but heaps less exciting and not as sharp in the steering.

From memory the later ones still had a solid gudgeon pin.
I don't think the iron cylinders helped the seizing either, not sure why they cheapened out on the cylinder material.

[Mike.Gayner]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/178701-Track-ready-Firestorm

Lawd.

[nzspokes]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/178701-Track-ready-Firestorm

Lawd.

But its track ready.......

[nzspokes]

Lost for words really.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1090572955.htm

[Grumph]

Lost for words really.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1090572955.htm

No way jose.....

[awayatc]

Lost for words really.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1090572955.htm

What's the problem...?

i think it's spot on.

[awayatc]

Lost for words really.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1090572955.htm

Well spotted...

[F5 Dave]

Careful its protected by a witch.

You can start it by remote. Useful.

[James Deuce]

Careful its protected by a witch.

You can start it by remote. Useful.
I want a sadel. I don't have one or know what it is, but I feel like I'm missing out.

[sugilite]

I want a sadel. I don't have one or know what it is, but I feel like I'm missing out.

Every good spots bike has one!
The remote engine starter is bloody handy. You can be all geared up along with your super dark tinted visor - then when no ones looking - Pow! You can be on it and gone before anyone sees you!

[Autech]

Lost for words really.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1090572955.htm

Buy this if you want to be spotted whilst out riding.


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[AllanB]

Every good spots bike has one!
The remote engine starter is bloody handy. You can be all geared up along with your super dark tinted visor - then when no ones looking - Pow! You can be on it and gone before anyone sees you!

Living in CHCH if you stop anywhere post earthquake you should have learnt to keep it in gear...... remote start. pftttt. Where would you ever use this feature?

[Big Dog]

Buy this if you want to be spotted whilst out riding.


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Or if he wants to be an English pudding.

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[Autech]

Or if he wants to be an English pudding.

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Fancy some spotted dick, sir?


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[nzspokes]

Ummm, thats more than a new one.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1091108264.htm

[Autech]

Ummm, thats more than a new one.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1091108264.htm

I bought a bike on finance, added lots of extra fandangles using said finance n now I knocked up my Mrs so the bike has to go.

Just a guess...


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[Scubbo]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DYNO-BOOST-PERFORMANCE-CHIP-Suzuki-DL650-15-HP-10-Y-WARRANTY-/161950134561

http://www.quickmeme.com/img/37/3727464059cfcb4e67cc77bd744db8277f575eca7e2ec032cb bc0b98ca695569.jpg

[Autech]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DYNO-BOOST-PERFORMANCE-CHIP-Suzuki-DL650-15-HP-10-Y-WARRANTY-/161950134561

http://www.quickmeme.com/img/37/3727464059cfcb4e67cc77bd744db8277f575eca7e2ec032cb bc0b98ca695569.jpg

"This fuel tuner is designed to fool the ECU thinking the intake air much more cooler, then the ECU will send more fuel for a richer mix"

Aha! More fuel equals POWER! Someone call an engine tuner right away and tell them that have been doing it wrong for years.

In all seriousness this method relies on the "butt dyno" which from my experience getting horsepower out of cars is very unreliable. Like the poor soul who dyno'd his WRX, went and put a big exhaust on it them dyno'd it the next day on the same dyno. He lost about 5kw from memory. He was mortified.




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[husaberg]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/DYNO-BOOST-PERFORMANCE-CHIP-Suzuki-DL650-15-HP-10-Y-WARRANTY-/161950134561

That's 90's tech, except back then they used a 5c resistor.:laugh:
It rates up there with airbleeding with a tee and a valve off manual wastegates

[Drew]

That's 90's tech, except back then they used a 5c resistor.:laugh:
It rates up there with airbleeding with a tee and a valve off manual wastegates
Fuck that. Do it with a mechanical fuel pressure reg, just before the factory one. That way it's adjustable.

[husaberg]

Fuck that. Do it with a mechanical fuel pressure reg, just before the factory one. That way it's adjustable.

You can also use a trim pot (variable resistor) that's Way adjustable As is, the boost bleed tee and valve, all under a few bucks. But I think you missed the point.

[Drew]

You can also use a trim pot (variable resistor) that's Way adjustable As is, the boost bleed tee and valve, all under a few bucks. But I think you missed the point.
What do you wire it to?

[husaberg]

What do you wire it to?

The air temp sensor. (assuming you are talking the trim pot or the resistor)
People also used to mount an additional cold start injectors just south of the throtsal body and wire in a adjustable boost pressure switch to fire it only at high boost.
There were other ways as well with other dodges but the air temp fooling was the most common, but like I said it was 90's cheapo tech.
It was used back when ECU were not programmable or were ubber expensive. A few hot chip set ups were actually in reality, just as I described. An air bleed for the wastegate and a resistor on the air temp.

[Drew]

If you tap it to the air temp sensor, you've got an extremely small level of difference between that field's full rich and full lean. If ya do it my way you can go too far if it bars you up.

[husaberg]

If you tap it to the air temp sensor, you've got an extremely small level of difference between that field's full rich and full lean. If ya do it my way you can go too far if it bars you up.

Like I said above I think you are missing the point, it wasn't about what was the best way, it was the cheapest and easiest work around solution. in those way back when times.
That's off course not including the then in vogue 90's piggyback tolulene injection or the water metho with the windscreen washer pump injection and reservoir dodge.
By the way your solution is vastly inferior to simply using a simple rising rate pressure regulator, which is again of course vastly inferior to any modern way of doing it.:rolleyes:
Now back to optomistic sellers aye.

[Paul in NZ]

Lost for words really.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1090572955.htm

Shame - with a sensible paint job it would actually be pretty sweet...

[Banditbandit]

Shame - with a sensible paint job it would actually be pretty sweet...

Yeah .. the tail is better than the original and I like th high pipe and can out the rear ...

It's been for sale before - I'm not sure if it did not sell or if the current owner is now selling it on ..

[Laava]

Check this puppy out for a bunch of confusion! Cruiser moter in a sport bike frame with a speedway style exhaust and a bobber rear end! It has been yukkified!

[HenryDorsetCase]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1091538295.htm


what the fuck is up with that front end. its sort of like an Earles fork but we have kept the sliders?

Also, don't judge: I want a 1975 Gold Wing.

[pritch]

Actually any teachers reading these ads will probably be mortified. They should be ashamed, they failed.

[EJK]

Actually any teachers reading these ads will probably be mortified. They should be ashamed, they failed.

I ran out of breath reading that ad.

[Grumph]

what the fuck is up with that front end. its sort of like an Earles fork but we have kept the sliders?

Also, don't judge: I want a 1975 Gold Wing.

Mmm, at least the ride should be plush - at the front anyway.

[Laava]

Actually any teachers reading these ads will probably be mortified. They should be ashamed, they failed.

I like the bit where he says it has been to the south island about 2 times. Like it may have been 1.87 times and he just rounded it up. My 3 yr old grandson talks like this guy!

[JATZ]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1091538295.htm


what the fuck is up with that front end. its sort of like an Earles fork but we have kept the sliders?

Also, don't judge: I want a 1975 Gold Wing.

Tempting to ask he'd swap for a dictionary and some lessons in punctuation... :scratch:

[F5 Dave]

More witches! Burn it!!!

[Paul in NZ]

This on the other hand seems cheap....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1092192755.htm

[Grumph]

This on the other hand seems cheap....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1092192755.htm

Good story but it's still a bog standard tarted up 750....If you want one to look like that Eurodave can fit you up with the fiberglass for somewhat less $

[HenryDorsetCase]

This on the other hand seems cheap....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1092192755.htm

It would be cheap if it had the RC Engineering original motor. Thats a stock 750 engine. that is its third or fourth go-round on tardme at that price.

[Autech]

It would be cheap if it had the RC Engineering original motor. Thats a stock 750 engine. that is its third or fourth go-round on tardme at that price.

Its ugly and its owner dresses it funny


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[AllanB]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1091538295.htm


what the fuck is up with that front end. its sort of like an Earles fork but we have kept the sliders?

Also, don't judge: I want a 1975 Gold Wing.

Hmmmm I'm actually slightly interested. Except it's not running........ but could/should .......... It has ....... potential.

[russd7]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1091538295.htm


what the fuck is up with that front end. its sort of like an Earles fork but we have kept the sliders?

Also, don't judge: I want a 1975 Gold Wing.

seems to be something that wing trikers are doing, seen a few of them done now.

[nzspokes]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1091538295.htm


what the fuck is up with that front end. its sort of like an Earles fork but we have kept the sliders?

Also, don't judge: I want a 1975 Gold Wing.

They do that to help them steer. Read an article on trikes ages ago.

[husaberg]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-1091538295.htm


what the fuck is up with that front end. its sort of like an Earles fork but we have kept the sliders?

Also, don't judge: I want a 1975 Gold Wing.

The rest looks pretty reasonable assuming it can be put back to Standard.
Those early wings were actually reasonably sporty for their time.
The forks also appear more leading link than Ernie Earles

321832

321831
Earles
321828321829321830
Leading link
(the phantom twin first pic) was designed by Spondon before they were even called Spondon.
They built the case patterns at nightschool.
The forks appear to be closest to the early 60's DOT forks on the far right.

[AllanB]

It's a mini swingarm on the front. Can't remember why - talked to a trike guy some years back who had a similar set-up, he swore by it.

[jellywrestler]

It's a mini swingarm on the front. Can't remember why - talked to a trike guy some years back who had a similar set-up, he swore by it.

rake and trail, google it, it kills sidecars

[Laava]

rake and trail, google it, it kills sidecars

Plus the leading link has good anti dive

[Drew]

rake and trail, google it, it kills sidecars
It's a pain in the arse to get right, that's for fucken sure.

Plus the leading link has good anti dive

Not necessarily. And mechanical anti-dive robs traction.

[Mort]

This....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1040839337.htm

or this

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-940608984.htm

[Banditbandit]

This....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1040839337.htm

or this

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-940608984.htm



The cheaper one .. unless you want al the extras on the older one ..

[5150]

He either lost his license or wife put her foot down.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1040839337.htm

[Jin]

He either lost his license or wife put her foot down.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-1040839337.htm
Struggling to see the $4k extras

[AllanB]

Struggling to see the $4k extras

GYTR would be a bit unless it came in a deal. I am always disappointed in those pipes construction wise - they look like the budget end ex China mufflers. Purely a visual observation at my end. Sound ace.

You can buy a new S1000r with a free Akas muffler for $22,500 .....

[Oscar]

What makes someone do this to a perfectly good motorcycle and then expect stupid money for it?
Is it drugs?

What?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1094608032.htm

This is the ugliest POS I have seen in awhile.
Fifty yards of pipe wrap and the muffler pointing straight up?

Also what is this "air line" that he had cleaned?
Is it part of the powerband?

[Drew]

What makes someone do this to a perfectly good motorcycle and then expect stupid money for it?
Is it drugs?

What?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1094608032.htm

This is the ugliest POS I have seen in awhile.
Fifty yards of pipe wrap and the muffler pointing straight up?

Also what is this "air line" that he had cleaned?
Is it part of the powerband?
I'd love to stick up for whomever built it...but it's a bloody terrible job done of it.

[Grumph]

What is it about the Yamaha singles that makes people do things like that to them ?
They aren't bad bikes to start with but I've never seen one that has actually been improved to any worthwhile degree.

Yamaha should have a policy of buying back any that are this badly fucked up - and crush them.

[jellywrestler]

What is it about the Yamaha singles that makes people do things like that to them ?
They aren't bad bikes to start with but I've never seen one that has actually been improved to any worthwhile degree.

Yamaha should have a policy of buying back any that are this badly fucked up - and crush them.

no wonder Dues has gone out of business here, although the owner needs to provide proof that it came from them...