Optimistic sellers

[Laava]

This one made me laugh...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2408420317.htm?rsqid=f530eb5cb9d8462d9e4b3d12dda7f 98e-002

[pritch]

Then don't buy it.

Which misses the whole point of the thread. Oh, as you were...

[Navy Boy]

This one made me laugh...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2408420317.htm?rsqid=f530eb5cb9d8462d9e4b3d12dda7f 98e-002

Jeepers - That's special... :no:

[F5 Dave]

With the high rise bars that probably feels like the fastest thing in the galaxy. It can do the Wairoa run in 6 parsecs.

[Voltaire]

I may be wrong, but I'm pretty sure that the 1979 Escort Sport was 1600cc....

Story I heard was that nobody in NZ was stupid enough to buy the base model 1100 2 door, so they sent them back to the factory and turned them into 1600 sports, stick on stripes and a 2 barrel weber sells a car like hot cakes.

More likely sold to the Govt as most of the vehicles I drove were pretty base line, like Belmonts, Chevettes, and all the shite Brit stuff. ...who even bought these. When the 'Jap Crap' Corollas arrived they were great,more time on road less time in Middleton Road Shirkshops.

[HenryDorsetCase]

More likely sold to the Govt as most of the vehicles I drove were pretty base line, like Belmonts, Chevettes, and all the shite Brit stuff. ...who even bought these. When the 'Jap Crap' Corollas arrived they were great,more time on road less time in Middleton Road Shirkshops.

NZPost Office early to mid 80's: Chevettes, Hillman Hunters, XA Falcon wagon (only one of though)... eventually it was Corollas but the pick of them all was the Ford Sierra wagons we had. They had independent rear suspension I think. I crashed one and took a corner off it which they were not happy about.

[sugilite]

This one made me laugh...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2408420317.htm?rsqid=f530eb5cb9d8462d9e4b3d12dda7f 98e-002

Yikes if those "Highway" pegs were professionally made, I'd hate to see what the amateur ones might look like :laugh:

[F5 Dave]

Yes this looks cool. But it's a complete bitza and no where near std. No chance buddy.
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2497433262.htm?rsqid=0e8f4274815c463d93b9cd7f2d481 623-003


Do people check thier listing? Look at this

". . .
Built this over a 4 year period but now have other direction. Rarely fun to ride. . . "

Hoho.

[Stylo]

It's not a shitter, a lot of time has gone into getting this bike right. He's done a good job and it's not pretending to be the real thing , as he says.

Spelling mistakes piss me off but don't see any this time. Apart from the rarely word. I like the bike. Asking 10k is about right. Hope he get's it...

[husaberg]

There was a Xt500 similar vintage on TM by the time you buy a few bits similar money think it was 3500
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2498654321.htm
very tidy but "rarely" is the money spent on modding a bike recouped.
Not my taste with the headlight and mixed age USD and Old XT then supermoto guards, but far better than most brown seat exhaust tape specials ever posted in this thread.

[Bonez]

It'd be a hoot to ride I'd imagine but for ten grand nah.

[layton]

Yes this looks cool. But it's a complete bitza and no where near std. No chance buddy.
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2497433262.htm?rsqid=0e8f4274815c463d93b9cd7f2d481 623-003


Do people check thier listing? Look at this

". . .
Built this over a 4 year period but now have other direction. Rarely fun to ride. . . "

Hoho.

I actually like it, but yeah.. for 10k it is quite spendy.

[F5 Dave]

I never said it was a shita. But it is a bitza and the big money goes on std bikes. Modified bikes just never pull as much.
And I've built specials, just aware that it is for the builders vision, don't expect to recoup.

Also as Husa says those forks and that pipe aren't period so you might as well built a KTM which would hose it.

[Navy Boy]

I actually like it, but yeah.. for 10k it is quite spendy.

I'm with you on this one. That actually looks to be quite an interesting and potentially useful bike but $10k is rather a lot :(

[Dodgy]

What a complete waste of money tho. $14k will get you a brand new KTM690 Enduro and $10 would get you one a few years old.

And Ohlins? Aint no Ohlins like I have ever seen....

[HenryDorsetCase]

I'm with you on this one. That actually looks to be quite an interesting and potentially useful bike but $10k is rather a lot :(

$11k gets a brand new Husky Svartpilen

[Bonez]

This makes me smile. https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2499815521.htm?rsqid=86195e59fa0349ecb8a1dfad00064 0b4-010 in a good way. Kinda liking the smaller 400 and below capacity singles on the market at the moment. https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2159501127.htm?rsqid=bf5353e9c8be4414a954b6e942476 810-011

Come to the conclusion new Triumph twins are around $4000 pricier than they should be currently.

And this is certainly over priced https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2496781682.htm?rsqid=7dab0d6ed3224dc5993a9e03a0d88 5ed-012 Front wheel is non standard. $1000 it he is lucky.

I did see a nice CB550 Siuper Sportthis morning for around $3500 in ChCh but that looks like it's gone

[HenryDorsetCase]

And this is certainly over priced https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2496781682.htm?rsqid=7dab0d6ed3224dc5993a9e03a0d88 5ed-012 Front wheel is non standard. $1000 it he is lucky.

I did see a nice CB550 Siuper Sportthis morning for around $3500 in ChCh but that looks like it's gone

I am going to start my 750 at $5k over the weekend. I've done a deal on another bike and I dont want to clutter up the shed. I think it might finally be time to call time on my VFR as well. Honestly, given I have limited leisure time, the most fun I have had lately is on my e-mtb (apart from the whole "impaling myself into the scenery" aspect of it.

[Bonez]

Sounds very reasonable. Got my eye on a high mileage Kwaka 750 Zepher. Engines been reconned so at least 80-100 1000kms before touching it again apart from regular maintenence. It'll look nice next to the cb550.

[JimO]

Sounds very reasonable. Got my eye on a high mileage Kwaka 750 Zepher. Engines been reconned so at least 80-100 1000kms before touching it again apart from regular maintenence. It'll look nice next to the cb550. i had one of them...

[Bonez]

i had one of them...Cool. They appeal to my 80s early 90s vision of what a real road motor cycle should look like.

[pritch]

And Ohlins? Aint no Ohlins like I have ever seen....

Yeah, I've had Ohlins on my last four bikes and none of them were finished anything like that.

There was a Ducati sprotbike in a local dealer marked as an S model. Former KBer Sensei told the salesman that it wasn't an S model.

"That's not an Ohlins shock."
"It's got a yellow spring."

"Those aren't Ohlins forks."
"They've got an Ohlins sticker on them."

Sensei had Ohlins on his bike, both ends, and he knew that of which he spoke.

The shocks on that Yamaha haven't got the yellow springs, they don't seem to have the magical Ohlins sticker, nor do they have the nice Ohlins anodised gold finish.

[Bonez]

Maybe he shops as the same place I do. My new remote res shocks do have air valves in them.

[F5 Dave]

This makes me smile. https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2499815521.htm?rsqid=86195e59fa0349ecb8a1dfad00064 0b4-010 in a good way. Kinda liking the smaller 400 and below capacity singles on the market at the moment. https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2159501127.htm?rsqid=bf5353e9c8be4414a954b6e942476 810-011

Come to the conclusion new Triumph twins are around $4000 pricier than they should be currently.

And this is certainly over priced https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2496781682.htm?rsqid=7dab0d6ed3224dc5993a9e03a0d88 5ed-012 Front wheel is non standard. $1000 it he is lucky.

I did see a nice CB550 Siuper Sportthis morning for around $3500 in ChCh but that looks like it's gone
That Skyteam or whatever has been on this thread about 4 years ago I think, never sold, joke.

The 500. Nice pipe. NOT homemade he sez. Jeez, the back of it is ropey as hell. Maybe it was Homelessmade?

[Bonez]

That Skyteam or whatever has been on this thread about 4 years ago I think, never sold, joke.

The 500. Nice pipe. NOT homemade he sez. Jeez, the back of it is ropey as hell. Maybe it was Homelessmade?It's a SAGA 4 in to 1. I've got the modified headers from the 500 I wrecked. Quite common cheap replacement exhaust system in the late 80s early '90s when OEM 4 into 4 exhaust systems rusted out.. Came in matt black or chrome finish and noisy as all hell. You can see my headers in my previous post. I cut the drain pipe off got an insert put in so I can have any muffler shape I want.

[Bonez]

If the pistons/rings are seized, welll.........................or fuel system all lacquered up....The tank will have been subjected to condensation....

[husaberg]

That Skyteam or whatever has been on this thread about 4 years ago I think, never sold, joke.

The 500. Nice pipe. NOT homemade he sez. Jeez, the back of it is ropey as hell. Maybe it was Homelessmade?

No Honda road vehicle other than maybe cars came with 4 cylinders and drum brakes that i can recall either..........

[Bonez]

What about moister in the gearbox/crank? And oil circulation at the top end? I'd asume you turned the engine over at some point.
Or is it in a hermetically sealed box with all the oxygen sucked out and filed with an inert gas?

[HenryDorsetCase]

Not a chance, the bike has been dry tanked and the fuel system is perfect . I said it hasn't been ridden. Didn't say it hasn't been monitored for the last 19 years. Wouldn't trust the tyres though...

what Honda model is it?

[F5 Dave]

It's a SAGA 4 in to 1. I've got the modified headers from the 500 I wrecked. Quite common cheap replacement exhaust system in the late 80s early '90s when OEM 4 into 4 exhaust systems rusted out.. Came in matt black or chrome finish and noisy as all hell. You can see my headers in my previous post. I cut the drain pipe off got an insert put in so I can have any muffler shape I want.
Ahh yes. They were quite crap. I once borrowed an ex cop bike XJ750 of someone Dodgy, erm same one from last page, about, er, 20 years ago, heck 25? And I got Cycleworks to weld an old GSXR muffler on to quieten the thing down a bit.

I named it affectionately Piglet on the sidecover and took it to the Brass.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Noddy by name, noddy by......


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-2496831896.htm?rsqid=d761a1253a8d46b9ab8fe6d9bad8a aee-005

[mulletman]

VTR anyone :gob:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=2503549224&rsqid=09d50b160e6641e292e81b177aace88f-001

[HenryDorsetCase]

VTR anyone :gob:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=2503549224&rsqid=09d50b160e6641e292e81b177aace88f-001

Sure, for five grand, maybe $5500. For ten grand I want an RC51

[F5 Dave]

Fuck sake people are dreamers! On top of that it has been shortened so will require reworking with expense to get it right for most people, limiting its appeal. I'm 5'8 with shortish legs, I rode a mates and no way did I think it was too tall. It probably limits your market to people 5'6 or shorter.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Fuck sake people are dreamers! On top of that it has been shortened so will require reworking with expense to get it right for most people, limiting its appeal. I'm 5'8 with shortish legs, I rode a mates and no way did I think it was too tall. It probably limits your market to people 5'6 or shorter.

I resemble that remark!!

[Laava]

That VTR has done 500km per year. I would be carjamming that baby as it does not seem right...esp when the seller says he has mostly used it for long distance touring. That would be once!

[Navy Boy]

VTR anyone :gob:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=2503549224&rsqid=09d50b160e6641e292e81b177aace88f-001

They are a nice bike - I owned one back in 1999 and really enjoyed it though it was fond of a drink when making progress (Even when not).

Having said that I think nearly 10k is a touch optimistic.

[F5 Dave]

That VTR has done 500km per year. I would be carjamming that baby as it does not seem right...esp when the seller says he has mostly used it for long distance touring. That would be once!
Ask him if it has the original tyres. Should just be wearing out.

[Dak S83]

Well thats certainly different!!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2511520688.htm?rsqid=6c59179dcee74924952749d93d72e 97b-003

[Laava]

Has some style too but pillion pegs straight on the swingarm?

[F5 Dave]

Waste of some decent parts. Still, takes all sorts.

[OddDuck]

Judder bars? Cornering on a bumpy road?

[pritch]

Waste of some decent parts. Still, takes all sorts.

There was a dude here not long ago might have given his left bollock for that. A CX superfan he was.

[pete376403]

Has some style too but pillion pegs straight on the swingarm?
Most trailbikes in the 70's did that and it didnt make the handling that much worse. Maybe legs are good dampers and dont add a lot of unsprung weight.

[Bonez]

Most trailbikes in the 70's did that and it didnt make the handling that much worse. Maybe legs are good dampers and dont add a lot of unsprung weight.Brothers CB400/4 as set up like that as well.

[sidecar bob]

Most trailbikes in the 70's did that and it didnt make the handling that much worse. Maybe legs are good dampers and dont add a lot of unsprung weight.

After growing up on XL & CB125's my CB360 was pure luxury with its frame mounted rear pegs.

[Drew]

Well thats certainly different!!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2511520688.htm?rsqid=6c59179dcee74924952749d93d72e 97b-003


I don't like the colour combo, but the bike looks good.

[jasonu]

Has some style too but pillion pegs straight on the swingarm?

Dirt bikes have been doing that for years.

[Mike.Gayner]

Has some style too but pillion pegs straight on the swingarm?

Not uncommon on older bikes.

[Laava]

Not uncommon on older bikes.
I am aware is is a thing on old trailies etc but not on road bikes and not CX500’s
In any case, pretty much a big detraction on a custom bike I would have thought

[Katman]

Not uncommon on older bikes.

Really?

Name some.

[FJRider]

I am aware is is a thing on old trailies etc but not on road bikes and not CX500’s
In any case, pretty much a big detraction on a custom bike I would have thought

Many/most "Custom Bikes" have a single (rider) seat. If you want (sometimes/maybe) the option of a passenger on your ride ... you must (by law) have footrests for the passenger. Some "micro pegs" off a trailie ... won't add much to the weight if a minimalist aim is wanted.

There may be some that relish the passenger seat on any CX ... but walking/hitching on anything but ... is usually the better option ... <_<

[ellipsis]

...I love it...team hondaphile united...:Punk:

[HenryDorsetCase]

Has some style too but pillion pegs straight on the swingarm?

first model CB400F had it - but it was changed to a metal loop off the subframe for the last two years.

[Laava]

first model CB400F had it - but it was changed to a metal loop off the subframe for the last two years.
Fuck me, they really cheaped out on that didn't they?

[Laava]

This one made me laugh. Not especially at the bike but the comment about how he got it for his wife but " she has shown no interest whatsoever!"
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2501928012.htm?rsqid=8d9fd96deaf0447cafa821eb28846 8e4-006

[husaberg]

Really?

Name some.
Your lack of knowledge before opening your mouth is embarrassing the whole profession.

Honda
C50
C90
C90
MB5
MT5
MB8
MB100
H100S
CT110
Ct90
GL145
Mt125
MT250
CB125S
CB125J
CG125
CD175
XL125s
XL185s
XL200
XL250 motosport
XL250S
XL250R
XLX250
XL350
XL500R
XL500S

Suzuki
A50
AP50
TS90
T90
T125
TS00
TS125
TS185
TS400
TS125ER
TS185ER
TS250ER
B120
TC120
RV90
RV125
K125
SP370
SP250
Dr250S
AX100

Yamaha
RS100
RS125
RD125
DT1
DT250
DT100
DT125
Dt175
DT400
Trailmaster 80
YAS1



Kawaski
KH90
KH100
KE125
KH125
KE175
F7
F9
KL250
Z200

Plus shitloads more
Added later
Honda
CA95 Benly Touring 150
SS125A Super Sport 125
CA92 Benly Touring 125 (C92)
1958 Honda JC58 Benly
1964-1969 Honda S90
Dream CA77
CL100
CA72
1976 CB400F
S65
CA160

Yamaha
L5T
CS3
CS5
FS1
H3-90
L2
L5T
LS2
LS3
LT 100
RD50
RD60
RS200
V50
V70
V75
V90
YCS-1
YA-6
YA-7
YAS-1
YB50
YB100
YG1
YG2
YG3
YG4
YG5
V80
L2
YAS1
YAS2
YAS3
YL1
YL2

Kawaski
Kawasaki B7
Kawasaki B8
Kawasaki C2

[Katman]

Your lack of knowledge before opening your mouth is embarrassing the whole profession.

Honda
MB5
MT5
MB8
MB100
H100S

Mt125
MT250

CB125S
CB125J
CG125


Honda XL125s
XL185s
XL200
XL250 motosport
XL250S
XL250R
XLX250
XL350
XL500R
XL500S

Yes, so hardly common.

[husaberg]

Yes, I was wrong.

Edited to reflect reality

Especially given Honda has made of 100 million Supercubs
Considering they alone account for almost a third of the 300 million Hondas motorbikes ever made up to 2014, i would suggest you need to admit you are wrong ad move on.

[Bonez]

Many/most "Custom Bikes" have a single (rider) seat. If you want (sometimes/maybe) the option of a passenger on your ride ... you must (by law) have footrests for the passenger. Some "micro pegs" off a trailie ... won't add much to the weight if a minimalist aim is wanted.

There may be some that relish the passenger seat on any CX ... but walking/hitching on anything but ... is usually the better option ... <_<Bull shit wrt CXs. Most factory customs had plenty of room for pillions.

[FJRider]

Your lack of knowledge before opening your mouth is embarrassing the whole profession.

90% of your list were Trail bikes ... and the rest a few scooters that ... apart from some Asian countries ... seldom carried passengers and were built on a budget.

Swing-arm mounted footrests for pillions were par for the course for them.

Draw up a list of road bikes over 350cc (with swing arm mounted footrests for the pillion) and come back to us.



And ask your mother to take your shovel off you ... the hole you've dug yourself into is quite deep enough.

[T.W.R]

90% of your list were Trail bikes ... and the rest a few scooters that ... apart from some Asian countries ... seldom carried passengers and were built on a budget.

Swing-arm mounted footrests for pillions were par for the course for them.

Draw up a list of road bikes over 350cc (with swing arm mounted footrests for the pillion) and come back to us.



And ask your mother to take your shovel off you ... the hole you've dug yourself into is quite deep enough.

:lol: bell-end, berk isn't the only one who should brush up on their model identification :rolleyes:

[Laava]

How did this all of a sudden turn into the bitching and moaning thread?

[JimO]

How did this all of a sudden turn into the bitching and moaning thread?
its Kiwibiker maaaaaaaaan

[F5 Dave]

Yeah we don't need that, . . Here, I'll distract them


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2508428998.htm?rsqid=9564b67239694a15a5a1cca9789ab 2f6-004

[OddDuck]

This one made me laugh. Not especially at the bike but the comment about how he got it for his wife but " she has shown no interest whatsoever!"
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2501928012.htm?rsqid=8d9fd96deaf0447cafa821eb28846 8e4-006

Haha relationship whoopsies. I wonder if she got him a dog - a little dog - in return?

[Bonez]

How did this all of a sudden turn into the bitching and moaning thread?You are obviously new here.....

[OddDuck]

Yeah we don't need that, . . Here, I'll distract them


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2508428998.htm?rsqid=9564b67239694a15a5a1cca9789ab 2f6-004

Yep. Big dreams vs limited time and energy.

[husaberg]

90% of your list were Trail bikes ... and the rest a few scooters that ... apart from some Asian countries ... seldom carried passengers and were built on a budget.

Swing-arm mounted footrests for pillions were par for the course for them.

Draw up a list of road bikes over 350cc (with swing arm mounted footrests for the pillion) and come back to us.



And ask your mother to take your shovel off you ... the hole you've dug yourself into is quite deep enough.

You need to brush up on your maths. 39% of my list were road bikes. Nor was the list complete it was off the top of my head confirmed by pics
You have a katman like ability to constantly change context of what was asked and demand any information meets the new threshold. Troll somewhere else.

the quote was

Not uncommon on older bikes.
Thus i dont have to post anything about over 350CC or Road bikes Nor you i have to prove how often they carried passengers. or ever bother to answer you ever again.
You are an egg.

Back to ignore you go.

How long before husaberg fanboi Troll Jason arrives?
344502
Sorry Dave for clogging your thread.

This one made me laugh. Not especially at the bike but the comment about how he got it for his wife but " she has shown no interest whatsoever!"
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2501928012.htm?rsqid=8d9fd96deaf0447cafa821eb28846 8e4-006
Pipe wrap but no brown seat i wonder if he ordered the wrong colour
I struggle to see how it screams cafe racer with a peanut tank and a raked front end not dropped through the clamps and not jacked at the rear.
Even SR guy knew that.

[Bonez]

90% of your list were Trail bikes ... and the rest a few scooters that ... apart from some Asian countries ... seldom carried passengers and were built on a budget. .
Wtf? you see whole Adsian families and their pets(if the haven't eaten them) on a 125,,,Someone is living in an alternate rtiality... They carry more load in there life time than the average high capacity touring bike would so cut the quality crap out will you?

[F5 Dave]

Quirky
Very old
Very rare
Standard (I assume)
Great condition (from casual glance)


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2506377592.htm?rsqid=9564b67239694a15a5a1cca9789ab 2f6-004

But 10k reserve not met, 20k buy now? You'd really want to have an ugly oddball in your life, especially as riding it would be a giggle for about 3min and then , well you could buy a Mustang or some other cock enhancement.

[F5 Dave]

This strikes me as 15hundy of uncompetitive VMX haveago and then go looking for something better. But hes trying to sell it for the something better price.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2515372821.htm?rsqid=d0b6b97d6ab64e11988c043529483 8d6-007


Edit, something better for this price
Exhibit A https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2515705050.htm?rsqid=dd4bdb2860614b18bdf814e839d1c d90-009
Competitive.

[F5 Dave]

Some people have a different idea of 99% :nya:


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2513362201.htm?rsqid=3ee17e55c0b245b19a610304bfc35 e5a-010


". . Project bike 99% finished
very unique shaftdrive bike
needs driveshaft seals replaced + new battery and bleed brakes
finished in grey primer paint *Finish it of in your choice of colour.
. . "

[HenryDorsetCase]

Quirky
Very old
Very rare
Standard (I assume)
Great condition (from casual glance)


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2506377592.htm?rsqid=9564b67239694a15a5a1cca9789ab 2f6-004

But 10k reserve not met, 20k buy now? You'd really want to have an ugly oddball in your life, especially as riding it would be a giggle for about 3min and then , well you could buy a Mustang or some other cock enhancement.

They are cool AF (and NZEtas and Vespas and all that) but the only reason I want one is so it can be gutted and an EV powertrain installed.

[F5 Dave]

For substantially less you could probably find a body kit for another scooter that was as funky.

Hmm, here you go for 1min search. Bet there's much older style kits for all sorts out there.


http://www.tassouk.co.uk/bodykit.html

[F5 Dave]

Not sure what this is, but I kinda want it.

https://www.pinterest.nz/pin/64528207139312503/

. . . I knew no good would come of going down that rabbit hole Google search for weird stuff. :(



Here you go HDC
https://www.pinterest.nz/pin/263038434460578726/

[jasonu]

Your lack of knowledge before opening your mouth is embarrassing the whole profession.



Just because someone else is being a cock doesn't mean you also have to be a cock.

[Katman]

Sorry Dave for clogging your thread.

You'll be offering him a blowjob next.

[F5 Dave]

To be fair it's not my thread, but politeness is a rare commodity these days.

[Katman]

To be fair it's not my thread

True.

You're just the most prolific participant here.

[Laava]

Lols, 24 month, factory backed warranty! Ha dee fucken ha!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2505559962.htm?rsqid=fef486bf5dbc40f3b580e5c869189 b0c-004

[jasonu]

Lols, 24 month, factory backed warranty! Ha dee fucken ha!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2505559962.htm?rsqid=fef486bf5dbc40f3b580e5c869189 b0c-004

Nice looking scoots.
Shame really

[george formby]

Lols, 24 month, factory backed warranty! Ha dee fucken ha!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2505559962.htm?rsqid=fef486bf5dbc40f3b580e5c869189 b0c-004

EU law states that motor vehicle manufacturer's must be able to supply replacement parts for 10 years after the production of a vehicle.

Ah, I see problem.... :wait:

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcRwE_8_ZUVmx2K8mdMrbziotMaoxKM jySDo1RYqt7J5VwwKLVKI

[F5 Dave]

True.

You're just the most prolific participant here.

One thing I like about you Steve is you know how to use an apostrophe.

[husaberg]

You'll be offering him a blowjob next.

I am 100% sure i wont, You on the other hand, most of the forum have suspicions about........

We all reminder distinctly your proclivities

Seems a bit excessive price wise

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-2515358258.htm


They are cool AF (and NZEtas and Vespas and all that) but the only reason I want one is so it can be gutted and an EV powertrain installed.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/scooters/auction-2516950102.htm?rsqid=49d91fcc7e1b457481902f3e0be7c efc-042
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/scooters/auction-2517374870.htm

[Bonez]

I am 100% sure i wont, You on the other hand, most of the forum have suspicions about........

We all reminder distinctly your proclivities

Seems a bit excessive price wise
]https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-2515358258.htm[/url]

Money laundering I'd imagine.

[HenryDorsetCase]

For substantially less you could probably find a body kit for another scooter that was as funky.

Hmm, here you go for 1min search. Bet there's much older style kits for all sorts out there.


http://www.tassouk.co.uk/bodykit.html

The problem is the $3500 pounds price tag.

https://www.retrospectivescooters.com/product/large-frame-vespa-conversion-kit

[F5 Dave]

A mate has spent 12k on his Ebike. You don't do this type of shit to save money (or the environment). Likely similar projects on forums to copy for less.

[HenryDorsetCase]

A mate has spent 12k on his Ebike. You don't do this type of shit to save money (or the environment). Likely similar projects on forums to copy for less.

I'm a believer in it for utility transport. I love my e-mtb.

[ellipsis]

...I borrowed the nearest available pushy down at the Southern Classic to drop off a couple of entry tickets at the gate, unaware that it had a power assisted front hub...I was in a hurry and pedalled like fuck, then couldn't figure out what was going on when it just carried on building speed...I was surprised and impressed...

[mulletman]

Expensive top box

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/panniers-bags-carry-cases/listing-2517339074.htm?rsqid=87affc5ecb594927bc8f2cd2901ab 0fb-003

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/panniers-bags-carry-cases/listing-2517343282.htm?rsqid=87affc5ecb594927bc8f2cd2901ab 0fb-003

[onearmedbandit]

Expensive top box

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/panniers-bags-carry-cases/listing-2517339074.htm?rsqid=87affc5ecb594927bc8f2cd2901ab 0fb-003

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/panniers-bags-carry-cases/listing-2517343282.htm?rsqid=87affc5ecb594927bc8f2cd2901ab 0fb-003

Indeed they are but it appears that's what the market says they're worth. Not my style but I can see why they're sought after.

https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/ca18/the-petersen-automotive-museum-auction/lots/r0056-1961-lambretta-tv-175-series-ii/729714

[FlangMasterJ]

Mother of God!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/pocket-pit-bikes/auction-2528212964.htm?rsqid=8e9e192064ac4a91af2a2127b8c08 9d7-004&fbclid=IwAR3UMbbJgFwG1kwew37LlwX01f_0yEgUlqbRhrwu_ xSIyIjYxwimIZutelw

[pritch]

Indeed they are but it appears that's what the market says they're worth.

The rusty top box had a reserve of $1000 and the top bid was $100. It would seem the market disagrees with the seller as to the value.

[Laava]

Mother of God!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/pocket-pit-bikes/auction-2528212964.htm?rsqid=8e9e192064ac4a91af2a2127b8c08 9d7-004&fbclid=IwAR3UMbbJgFwG1kwew37LlwX01f_0yEgUlqbRhrwu_ xSIyIjYxwimIZutelw
"Footpegs incorporated as handlebars" Fucking lol!

[Laava]

This one is a waste of time but may be to someones taste...
No doubt the new owner will be on kiwibiker soon bitching about how they got pulled by the popo and got a ticket...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2519803730.htm?rsqid=0c7eb35c65a94b31b66bc7f51c241 155-005

[F5 Dave]

Take some bits off it. Including paint. Add seat (oddly not brown, must have missed the memo) but back on program added pipe wrap. Well 6&1/2 k to you sir:weird:


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2510476451.htm?rsqid=7ddf2cb7e5b84f93b699d382331bb a35-002


No I don't care if you had to pay someone else to fit the parts.

[F5 Dave]

A collection of grotty parts kept in a shed. Pretty unsorted looking racebike. Good luck putting 600 motor together without full set of bearings gaskets and God knows what else is missing.

Here come clear my garage out sucker and pay me 5500. Yeah nah


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2526607795.htm?rsqid=452988e36745429daa46f24db3768 d21-003

[F5 Dave]

Ya know, is it just me? But she's looking a little bit better than before. Maybe she heard all your cruel comments. Shame on you all.

But 14k for a 400?.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2525555277.htm?rsqid=452988e36745429daa46f24db3768 d21-003

[layton]

Ya know, is it just me? But she's looking a little bit better than before. Maybe she heard all your cruel comments. Shame on you all.

But 14k for a 400?.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2525555277.htm?rsqid=452988e36745429daa46f24db3768 d21-003
Ya, agreed 14k is excessive... normally there prices are fairly good but this one is seems out the park.

[jellywrestler]

Ya know, is it just me? But she's looking a little bit better than before. Maybe she heard all your cruel comments. Shame on you all.

But 14k for a 400?.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2525555277.htm?rsqid=452988e36745429daa46f24db3768 d21-003

if i was her father i'd still be bathing her....

[HenryDorsetCase]

Take some bits off it. Including paint. Add seat (oddly not brown, must have missed the memo) but back on program added pipe wrap. Well 6&1/2 k to you sir:weird:


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2510476451.htm?rsqid=7ddf2cb7e5b84f93b699d382331bb a35-002


No I don't care if you had to pay someone else to fit the parts.

There's something fuckin weird about that subframe. I've always wanted a F. Spencer AMA tribute CB750F (his was 1016cc apparently... when Honda really started chucking money at it) and this would be an OK place to start. At around $3500.

By the way I will be selling my CB750 soon so you can all fucking mock me.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Ya know, is it just me? But she's looking a little bit better than before. Maybe she heard all your cruel comments. Shame on you all.

But 14k for a 400?.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2525555277.htm?rsqid=452988e36745429daa46f24db3768 d21-003

Well, try and buy another one in that condition with those k's and we'll talk. I think its out there when until recently they were going for maaaaybe $6k for a super tidy one. But if you want one for your collection this is the one to have. And he expects to be talked down.

Is it worth more than an RC51? You decide.

I havent bought it by the way.

[onearmedbandit]

The rusty top box had a reserve of $1000 and the top bid was $100. It would seem the market disagrees with the seller as to the value.

Or he's got it in the wrong market. I was going on what is available overseas and what they had sold for in the past.

[F5 Dave]

There's something fuckin weird about that subframe. I've always wanted a F. Spencer AMA tribute CB750F (his was 1016cc apparently... when Honda really started chucking money at it) and this would be an OK place to start. At around $3500.

By the way I will be selling my CB750 soon so you can all fucking mock me.
Ooh I do hope do. Are you going to dress it up? Perhaps an airbrushed flaming skull with big tits on the tank, spokey dokeys and mufflers made from bean cans:niceone:

[Laava]

Lol, buy a new bike, put a "bobber kit" on it. Don't ride it and then try and sell for way too much!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2526649942.htm?rsqid=bd1dcba6b04747ecba58e2e25c6c9 552-006

[F5 Dave]

9 years old with a knackered electric start. "Maybe the battery needs recharging? " yeah sure buddy, they are a weak point on those.

6-4, Haha.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-2516891771.htm?rsqid=8a5a05d5799d4399b374ce539607d a2a-002

[F5 Dave]

Lol, buy a new bike, put a "bobber kit" on it. Don't ride it and then try and sell for way too much!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2526649942.htm?rsqid=bd1dcba6b04747ecba58e2e25c6c9 552-006
And runs like shit too. Nice one. That helmet is too big for her.

[F5 Dave]

Why do people limit their market by trying to sell 2 bikes at the same time? Heck you could just mention it in the text that you have another on the unlikely chance someone wants two.

But nooo , it would be far more convenient so I'll just wish for stupendous good luck.


https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-2526901423.htm?rsqid=449976a7a0b742c89e17186614ed5 a59-006
It is, how do you say? Optimistic. :innocent:

[ellipsis]

Lol, buy a new bike, put a "bobber kit" on it. Don't ride it and then try and sell for way too much!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2526649942.htm?rsqid=bd1dcba6b04747ecba58e2e25c6c9 552-006

...I think it's cool, but only for half the price wanted...

[HenryDorsetCase]

Ooh I do hope do. Are you going to dress it up? Perhaps an airbrushed flaming skull with big tits on the tank, spokey dokeys and mufflers made from bean cans:niceone:

you and I have similar taste in bikes it seems

[Drew]

I found one, I found one!

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/201485151046492/

[jim.cox]

I found one, I found one!

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/201485151046492/

Way better looking than many of its ilk around here.

Although I see it needs just a wee bit of work to be road legal...

[HenryDorsetCase]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/ford/auction-2506302601.htm?rsqid=0840fd8d1fb24ae2b7c7ab48ac714 b2e-002

OK, so its a "Genuine" Lotus Cortina. Fifty grand's worth, buuuuuuuut:


This is a genuine Lotus Cortina. It has a very sound body with only minor rust blemishes on the bonnet. It was an original UK car but was reshelled some 30 years ago from a solid donor from Australia and has done approx 9,300 miles since

What the hell, man? I totally get that (for example) its not uncommon to re-shell a rally car or race car (particularly if you are as talented as I am...).

It appears to me that Grandads axe has had one handle too many to be called a "genuine" anything.

In fact, while we're on the subject:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2534457494.htm?rsqid=a04cfd18fcb9468f8da7e476719b2 347-001


I love this and reckon it would be fun. Except it isnt a CL50, its got a Lifan 150 in it. and a bunch of other modifications, more or less tasteless.

I would own it at $1500 I reckon.

[Grumph]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/ford/auction-2506302601.htm?rsqid=0840fd8d1fb24ae2b7c7ab48ac714 b2e-002

OK, so its a "Genuine" Lotus Cortina. Fifty grand's worth, buuuuuuuut:



What the hell, man? I totally get that (for example) its not uncommon to re-shell a rally car or race car (particularly if you are as talented as I am...).

It appears to me that Grandads axe has had one handle too many to be called a "genuine" anything.


Yeah...the car fraternity are content with "continuous identity". That one is as genuine as most - and more so than some.
Many years back I bought a Datsun 1600SSS. It was apparent it had been reshelled - vendor made no secret of it.
I of course asked the whereabouts of original shell....Much shuffling of feet, hemming and hawing....eventually admitted it was rolled up in a ball out Rangiora way....which explained the absence of some genuine trim bits.

[ellipsis]

...careened around the local roads in one of them when I was 16...it wasn't mine...it belonged to my 17 year old neighbour/mate...his mum worked in the tight fisted and regulated car biz...but he got one of these as his second car...I got his first one, a 62 Mk 2, facelift, Zephyr...I kinda feel old, and still silly...

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/use...48ac714b2e-002

[James Deuce]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/ford/auction-2506302601.htm?rsqid=0840fd8d1fb24ae2b7c7ab48ac714 b2e-002

OK, so its a "Genuine" Lotus Cortina. Fifty grand's worth, buuuuuuuut:



What the hell, man? I totally get that (for example) its not uncommon to re-shell a rally car or race car (particularly if you are as talented as I am...).

It appears to me that Grandads axe has had one handle too many to be called a "genuine" anything.



It's a Mk II. Who cares?

[husaberg]

It's a Mk II. Who cares?

I have to admit i never had seen a MK2 Lotus.
they would have been made at the same time as the Escort twin cam which is rather odd.
from memory the first model Lotus MK1 cortina had a alloy IRS rear suspension and alloy pannels later followed by a live axle?

I'd be tempted if it was a Lotus Escort, re shell or not.

[jasonu]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/ford/auction-2506302601.htm?rsqid=0840fd8d1fb24ae2b7c7ab48ac714 b2e-002

OK, so its a "Genuine" Lotus Cortina. Fifty grand's worth, buuuuuuuut:

.

Sounds about right.
My mate bought a genuine original GTR XU1 Tworana about 15 years ago for $8k. Worth close to 10 times that now.

[F5 Dave]

Wow, I didn't know they did a mk2. The 1 at least looked cool. But still a fucking shitbox with mythological status for fuck all reason except in comparison to the cooking model.

[F5 Dave]

A mate had a Toyrana which had a Viva 1100 dropped in it. Probably wasn't any worse than an xu1. A mate had a GLX Krapi 3l v6. Crashed it as it didn't go around corners. Went through several people and now totally by chance my best mate has it. Actually she has 2. Collects albatrosses. Parked next to her rx7 and several other corpses.

Cars are seriously boring until you spend bulk dollars and they are still a snooze fest on nz roads where bikes are still fun.

[FJRider]

Auction closed. Did not sell. Three happy to pay the money though ... just not willing to pay enough.

[husaberg]

A mate had a Toyrana which had a Viva 1100 dropped in it. Probably wasn't any worse than an xu1. A mate had a GLX Krapi 3l v6. Crashed it as it didn't go around corners. Went through several people and now totally by chance my best mate has it. Actually she has 2. Collects albatrosses. Parked next to her rx7 and several other corpses.

Cars are seriously boring until you spend bulk dollars and they are still a snooze fest on nz roads where bikes are still fun.

An HB Torana is a Vauxhall Viva with a different nose.

[pritch]

I found one, I found one!

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/201485151046492/

"Modified rear guard." It would seem he has a gift for understatement.

[Laava]

An HB Torana is a Vauxhall Viva with a different nose.
Now that Holden no longer exists as a company, these will skyrocket in value!




:msn-wink::msn-wink::msn-wink::msn-wink::lol::lol::lol:

[husaberg]

Now that Holden no longer exists as a company, these will skyrocket in value!




:msn-wink::msn-wink::msn-wink::msn-wink::lol::lol::lol:

parents had a series of Vivas to Chevettes to Gemini when i was a nipper.
they were better handlers the the Escorts but know where near a peppy especially as they never got the bigger engines like the Escorts did.
Same shiit box engine manufacturing that that only allowed 40 thousand miles before a complete rebuild though.
i would have a Chevette hatch with a SR20 or 13BRenesis or escort mk1 with the same.

[pritch]

My brother brought back a V8 Torana from Oz. Went like a haunted shit house. Probably rare now as they were likely all written off.

[ojyamaha]

This guy at the mount has had this rg400 for a couple of months says it's a homologation yoshi special.... wants k$17.5 for it ... anybody know any back stories or info about how special or legit claims are ???

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=182244743110743&id=108445513824000

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[F5 Dave]

Doesn't sound very exciting. The 400s were always a poor man's 500. Now the 500s are moonbeams the poor man is trying to cash in. With some success. The intake is complicated with restrictions but not all shrouds should be removed or you lose power again having gained some with removal of first ones.

[nudemetalz]

Doesn't sound very exciting. The 400s were always a poor man's 500. Now the 500s are moonbeams the poor man is trying to cash in. With some success. The intake is complicated with restrictions but not all shrouds should be removed or you lose power again having gained some with removal of first ones.So with the RG400s being a Japanese Domestic model would they be restricted to 59hp? I remember the NS400Rs being around the 72hp mark.

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[F5 Dave]

They were certainly no faster than a RZ350.

And Hey Chris.

[sidecar bob]

This guy at the mount has had this rg400 for a couple of months says it's a homologation yoshi special.... wants k$17.5 for it ... anybody know any back stories or info about how special or legit claims are ???

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=182244743110743&id=108445513824000

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That bike, and a couple of others in that shop were stored in my workshop, until a personnel re shuffle a few months ago.
Its the first i knew about Yosimura being involved with two strokes.

[malcy25]

This guy at the mount has had this rg400 for a couple of months says it's a homologation yoshi special.... wants k$17.5 for it ... anybody know any back stories or info about how special or legit claims are ???

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=182244743110743&id=108445513824000

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The only Yoshi thing is probably the paint job being vaguely alike to some of their superbikes.

The Homologation special will be the restricting of it to the Japanese domestic market req of 59hp....same as the RZ350 made, the RZV500...(alloy frame one for the local market)

In the mid 80's Suzuki dumped a bunch of these domestic market models here. Impulses and RG400's being two models. At one point the RG400's were quite regular. Raced against a few on my TZR250 in club racing.

[jasonu]

This guy at the mount has had this rg400 for a couple of months says it's a homologation yoshi special.... wants k$17.5 for it ... anybody know any back stories or info about how special or legit claims are ???

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=182244743110743&id=108445513824000

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Apparently totally different to ride than an H1.

Erm no shit...

[F5 Dave]

And a little different to ride than a Vauxhall Viva :wacko:

[nudemetalz]

They were certainly no faster than a RZ350.

And Hey Chris.

Hey Dave :)

I've ridden both the 500s and the NS400R but not the RG400 so never figured out if they were quicker or not.
My old memories of the other 3 was, the RG500 was quickest, the RZ500 made the best noise but was a handful and the NS400R handled the best but that V3 wasn't a nice 2t noise.

[malcy25]

Hey Dave :)

I've ridden both the 500s and the NS400R but not the RG400 so never figured out if they were quicker or not.
My old memories of the other 3 was, the RG500 was quickest, the RZ500 made the best noise but was a handful and the NS400R handled the best but that V3 wasn't a nice 2t noise.

Not ridden an NS400, but owned an RZ500 which I mostly rebuit as it was a wreck with a conrod hanging out - yes I found another motor!. The family at one point 4 all at the same time. I found that photo recently of all 4 running on the driveway. Dad's was new out of the box for him. He owned it twice....second time it was sold it had 4900km on it. Anyway, mine was "Possessed". Every time I rode it, something broke. I did 5500km in 7 years and frankly didn't really like it. Moreso THAT bike. Best thing I did was good set of Metzelers and 6 extra teeth on the rear sprocket.

I rode a mates RG500 ex Algie production race bike. Holey crap. Steered worse than the RZ, but lol, it in no way could have been production I suspect. Rumour has it they had to drill out the fuel tap passages :killingme....

The NS400 I recall had some factory mods" required to the ATAC valve once they arrived to try and speed them up. Sae frame as the original NS250.

I ended up on a brand new 1KT TRZ250 in 87/88 for proddie racing. I was shit and the bike wasn't nearly as fast as sat the 400/500's, but the chassis was so good in comparison, yet only a couple of years newer.

[F5 Dave]

Four and a half for this? You must be joking. Are you mad?

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2537744786.htm?rsqid=62c090155c0f4205b213cd5366aec cf7-003

. . . Oh right. That's actual bids already.

Hell's teeth, I must finish mine.

[Katman]

. . . Oh right. That's actual bids already.

Damn...

...you'll have to think of another way to sabotage the auction.

[HenryDorsetCase]

clucking bell. I would have thought $2500 would own that. I turned one down for $300 once (in 82 or something).

[F5 Dave]

I turned down one for $1700 about 99 that I should have bought . I am of course over that on my Stinger, but at least I am happy with what went into the engine.

Mine will have a couple of tweaks that an Anorack would notice, like size wider rims, but I'm building it for me not for an investment. Doesn't need much.

But the dirtbike needs more maintenance. . . As does the ensuite.

[F5 Dave]

Oh jeezuz!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2536567804.htm?rsqid=62c090155c0f4205b213cd5366aec cf7-003

[Bonez]

Oh jeezuz!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2536567804.htm?rsqid=62c090155c0f4205b213cd5366aec cf7-003
Certainly better than a certain R65 for sale here on KB.https://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/188049-1984-BMW-R65-airhead-cafe-for-sale?p=1131154144#post1131154144
Having no exhaust wrap is an extra plus. A $120 cafe seat from Vikings in Hamilton, lower handle bars and a couple of side covers made out of icecream containers with the generous application of flat black paint would tidy the 250 up quite nicely.

[OddDuck]

Oh jeezuz!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2536567804.htm?rsqid=62c090155c0f4205b213cd5366aec cf7-003

Yep it's pretty basic alright... I particularly like how the pod filter intake is right in line with water spray off the back tyre.

[F5 Dave]

For $400 maybe, but shit, I'll slap this tank on, oh there's a gap, um, this'll do. Paint the chrome pipes to cover the rust, hey they look great. For 10km.

[Bonez]

Yep it's pretty basic alright... I particularly like how the pod filter intake is right in line with water spray off the back tyre.Water induction. Of course if not needed a few icecream container lids silconed together would make a nice guard. With a generoius coating of the cheapest flat black you can buy. Last I looked SuperCheap had 250ml cans at $5 a pop. It has "Not for Automative use." on the can but just ignore that. Worked great on the CB550.

[Bonez]

For $400 maybe.At least double that as it's got rego and wof. And obviously runs better than a certain ST2.

[Laava]

Oh jeezuz!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2536567804.htm?rsqid=62c090155c0f4205b213cd5366aec cf7-003
I just feel sorry for the poor cunt that owns it next.
This one is also in the same league.
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2506117401.htm?rsqid=6f97fc25dcfa485eb8e5a6de11f3f 9fb-001

[Bonez]

I just feel sorry for the poor cunt that owns it next.
This one is also in the same league.
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2506117401.htm?rsqid=6f97fc25dcfa485eb8e5a6de11f3f 9fb-001Ahhhhhh $45 rego. Deffinately recommended on at least one bike in your shed. Cracking head issues is common on those thoiugh.

[F5 Dave]

Were the 250 GSX as affected as the 400?

Was my first legal bike, after an XR250 that had sod all road amenities or muffling, then the RD350 with the obligatory 250 stickers. Figured I best sit my full. Seller told me it had a warrant. It didn't and I didn't check until after the licence guy couldn't find it but thankfully gave up looking.

Was good to learn to ride rather than hang on which was the previous strategy. Horrible little fucking thing though. Later rode girls I was teaching CD250 and VTR Sparda. Actually enjoyable run abouts I'd wished existed back then

[Bonez]

Were the 250 GSX as affected as the 400?
My understanding is the GSX250 was worse. It happened to mums one.

[Bonez]

Replace handle bars/mirrors and shitty 4into1 exhaust. pod filters. alloy rims and you instantly have a Cafe Racer. https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2538121641.htm?rsqid=2bbdba7ae65c4226addd4501949d4 91e-001 Obviously trying to recoup the rebuild costs.

Wouldn't mind pinching the wheels..........

[Bonez]

You want WHAT!!!!!https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2536839578.htm?rsqid=9762bac27ec745b5adcdf7f0658b2 f3d-003 Those CB650 crash bars are a pain in the arse when gear changing. Speaking from experiance.

Still it's nice to see another good one still road worthy.

[F5 Dave]

Replace handle bars/mirrors and shitty 4into1 exhaust. pod filters. alloy rims and you instantly have a Cafe Racer. https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2538121641.htm?rsqid=2bbdba7ae65c4226addd4501949d4 91e-001 Obviously trying to recoup the rebuild costs.

Wouldn't mind pinching the wheels..........
Those clubman bars look repulsive on that esp as std pegs. Why would you?

Erm, I put some on my GSX250. Made the horribly flighty front end much better. Guess it looked a bit dumb.

[F5 Dave]

You want WHAT!!!!!https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2536839578.htm?rsqid=9762bac27ec745b5adcdf7f0658b2 f3d-003 Those CB650 crash bars are a pain in the arse when gear changing. Speaking from experiance.

Still it's nice to see another good one still road worthy.
"Originally bought it to turn into a cafe racer but realised how good condition it was in I couldn’t bear to mutilate a piece of history"
Thank heavens for that.

I'd say its value is getting closer these days depending upon closer inspection. Seems a lot.

[Bonez]

Those clubman bars look repulsive on that esp as std pegs. Why would you?
I've got them on my CB550.. Being lanky(6ft) they suite me well and give me a slight fwd lean. Ideal for around town, punting back roads and the odd gravel stretches. Fine at normal open road speed as well plus some. Traveling at nearly walking pace is a piece of piss as well. The handle bar switch bloks don't bash the tank lock to lock either like drop bars would. Of course the clubmans are hidden by the bikini fairing which shifts more air than you would think. The foot pegs are in the perfect riding position. I've done 90.000 plus kms on my 550 and I haven't had any issues during full day/multi-day rides. The new brake/clutch levers make things even better.

[Bonez]

Comes complete with two rain gauges.https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2534981322.htm?rsqid=91490bec47f34df293d7c52ec2574 c58-010 Looks like it was originally a CSR.

[F5 Dave]

We've done that one, yes the pipes will fill up with water . Paint looks lovely. But calipers and carbs should never be red. Reminds me of those gawd awful GS650 gaytanas.

[Bonez]

Excuse my ignorance but what does MDM stand for? Am I supposed be in awe or something? My Dumb Motorcycle?

[FJRider]

Excuse my ignorance but what does MDM stand for? Am I supposed be in awe or something? My Dumb Motorcycle?

Mad Dog Motorcycles.

And you're excused ... ;)

(Seriously .. That IS what it stands for)

[F5 Dave]

Money Doesn't Matter

Males Don't Mature

Monks Dig Metalica

[Laava]

Lol, think they might be dreaming on the price! Looks like quite a good redo of a crashed bike, and poss would have been worth more in std trim...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-2412895750.htm?rsqid=71635077bd1e440ba4156b76e8ebc 72c-003

[Bonez]

Mad Dog Motorcycles.

And you're excused ... ;)

(Seriously .. That IS what it stands for)Cheers my freind.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Lol, think they might be dreaming on the price! Looks like quite a good redo of a crashed bike, and poss would have been worth more in std trim...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-2412895750.htm?rsqid=71635077bd1e440ba4156b76e8ebc 72c-003

Nah, they started with a stocker and modded it. There was a competition amongst Honder dealers a few years back. Casbolts have still got their one or did last time I was in there. Its got a cafe seat and trimmed in cowhide (yup, really). I thought someone should do a Mad Max one with big MX forks and wheels and a bash plate and stuff but no one did.

Basically Blue Wang did what they always do: ruined any possibility of volume sales by pricing something too high. I was fizzing at the bung for these bikes (and the bloody advert was filmed in NZ) then we only got the peasant pack one and it was $20k. theres longish thread on KB about it. Fucking disappointing it was. Blue Wang didnt import the v2 of the bike at all (six speed, ABS on both wheels not just the rear (seriously...) and a few other tweaks. They are dicks.

Also those fucking shocks are on backwards.

[F5 Dave]

That's the first thing I noticed. Why?!?.

[malcy25]

Also those fucking shocks are on backwards.

Says who
:laugh:

[pritch]

Says who
:laugh:

People who are used to seeing them the right way round?

[HenryDorsetCase]

Says who
:laugh:

Its a rule. The can goes behind the shock. Honestly, you can look it up.

[HenryDorsetCase]

oi, start a bidding war au!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=2543399758

[Bonez]

oi, start a bidding war au!

https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=2543399758Replacement gauges are easy to get hold of at about $US250 a set.Bugger all kms.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Replacement gauges are easy to get hold of at about $US250 a set.Bugger all kms.

I had a set sorted in Straya and also fork ears. I have a set of fork tubes too but they are for a later model.

The interesting thing is this is NZ new first registered 1974. The motor serial number is K4, but the frame # is K2. Apparently that was a thing - the antipodean ones were assembled with bits. It makes ordering cycle parts from David Silver and the like entertaining because (particularly in the front end) there are detail changes between K2 (early) and K2 (late) through K7. Not as many as between K0, K1 and K2 early.

[malcy25]

Its a rule. The can goes behind the shock. Honestly, you can look it up.

fake news perpetuated by the republicans to make you believe so...:devil2:

https://motorbikewriter.com/barry-sheene-suzuki-restored/ There always has to be that ONE!

Stanbding Joke, Suzuki built new shocks for the RG works race bikes with a resv., but then they realised they wouldn't fit. They were working through how to make them fit with new swings with cut away etc and how the cost and strength etc etc etc. Some European who was in the team walked up and turned the shock around .....

[Dak S83]

The definition of a dreamer.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2546437447.htm?rsqid=b791c564245e403fa22b2e8296c0e 27f-003

[Bonez]

The definition of a dreamer.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2546437447.htm?rsqid=b791c564245e403fa22b2e8296c0e 27f-003Probably bought it as an investment :lol: All those goodies and it will still handle like shit..........(Dots added for effect)

[Dak S83]

On the other side, if it only goes for a bit more than reserve it might be a hell of a bargain

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2547289536.htm

[F5 Dave]

The definition of a dreamer.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2546437447.htm?rsqid=b791c564245e403fa22b2e8296c0e 27f-003
Jimmy Carr type laugh. HaHaHaHa:lol:

[ojyamaha]

That bike, and a couple of others in that shop were stored in my workshop, until a personnel re shuffle a few months ago.
Its the first i knew about Yosimura being involved with two strokes.I was intrigued by the Yoshi comment myself and did a bit more internet surfing. I looked up the word ( turns out to be surname ) Tsujimoto which is on the fairing of the aforementioned RG. A Satoshi Tsujimoto raced in Japan in the 80's , rode a 500 in the GP one year in Japan against Rainey and co, rode a GSX400r in the TT F3 in 1985 , I found the schedules , and Daytona 200 in 87 for Suzuki. The F3 bike built by Yoshimura . So possibly the reason for the comment, albeit totally incorrect in my opinion , we know the locals in Japan adorn vehicles their hero's and the like .

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[husaberg]

I was intrigued by the Yoshi comment myself and did a bit more internet surfing. I looked up the word ( turns out to be surname ) Tsujimoto which is on the fairing of the aforementioned RG. A Satoshi Tsujimoto raced in Japan in the 80's , rode a 500 in the GP one year in Japan against Rainey and co, rode a GSX400r in the TT F3 in 1985 , I found the schedules , and Daytona 200 in 87 for Suzuki. The F3 bike built by Yoshimura . So possibly the reason for the comment, albeit totally incorrect in my opinion , we know the locals in Japan adorn vehicles their hero's and the like .

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According to this 300 were adorned in Yoshimura colours
https://www.justbikes.com.au/motorcycles-for-sale/1986-suzuki-rg400/JBFD3633912

[jasonu]

On the other side, if it only goes for a bit more than reserve it might be a hell of a bargain

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2547289536.htm

https://www.ebay.com/itm/133339833183

[F5 Dave]

Nice colour. Silly bike but looks great there.

[jellywrestler]

Nice colour. Silly bike but looks great there.

what's silly about them?. honda were brave in that era, although benelli had done the same nearly a decade earlier, they were at least trying something out. they were no wider than a gs1000 of the day and had very few faults considering.
yip, some blew a fuse when racing but that's never happened before now has it?
Honda go to work to sell stuff, sticking their neck out doing something like that is sometimes what's needed in business.
they changed the face of motorcycling in many respects in 1969 with the CB750 and then let others ahead of them for the next decade so they were trying to do the same again.

[James Deuce]

According to this 300 were adorned in Yoshimura colours
https://www.justbikes.com.au/motorcycles-for-sale/1986-suzuki-rg400/JBFD3633912

My one was that colour. It was actually a nice paint job, especially for a Suzuki of that era.

[Bonez]

what's silly about them?. honda were brave in that era, although benelli had done the same nearly a decade earlier, they were at least trying something out. they were no wider than a gs1000 of the day and had very few faults considering.
yip, some blew a fuse when racing but that's never happened before now has it?
Honda go to work to sell stuff, sticking their neck out doing something like that is sometimes what's needed in business.
they changed the face of motorcycling in many respects in 1969 with the CB750 and then let others ahead of them for the next decade so they were trying to do the same again.Well said that man. Benelli added basicly what was two CB500 cylinders for their 750 six and licenced the manufacture of Honda engines for their sohc 500-650 road bike range.

[F5 Dave]

The Honda ethos in racing has often, with notable exception, been Engine over everything. This is sort of the roadbike equivalent. And I agree, sometimes brave produces some interesting ideas.

[pritch]

The engineer responsible for that bike was the same guy who designed the RC166 250cc six. He had visited a USAF base and been impressed by the F4 Phantom. The orange and black instruments on that bike were inspired by the Phantom's gauges. So too was an exhaust system he had fabricated that made the bike sound like a Phantom. Sadly someone further up the financial food chain was not impressed by the idea and that exhaust was canned.


PS From a long ago mostly forgotten magazine article.

[HenryDorsetCase]

today I learned those RE twins are 47hp. I really like that Triumph Street Twin scrambler - but there are two reasons I have not bought one: They are VERY expensive for what they are, and woefully underpowered. (mid 50's hp).

I sat on a cool little BMW yesterday - a custom. had the brown seat and everything. Really nicely done it was. Now I want one. I could live with that and its 40 or so hp.

[sidecar bob]

today I learned those RE twins are 47hp. I really like that Triumph Street Twin scrambler - but there are two reasons I have not bought one: They are VERY expensive for what they are, and woefully underpowered. (mid 50's hp).

I sat on a cool little BMW yesterday - a custom. had the brown seat and everything. Really nicely done it was. Now I want one. I could live with that and its 40 or so hp.

Theres a tidy black CB750/4 for sale in your area, would be quite cool with header wrap & a brown seat.
Its probably packing around 67ish HP too!

[Bonez]

today I learned those RE twins are 47hp. I really like that Triumph Street Twin scrambler - but there are two reasons I have not bought one: They are VERY expensive for what they are, and woefully underpowered. (mid 50's hp).

I sat on a cool little BMW yesterday - a custom. had the brown seat and everything. Really nicely done it was. Now I want one. I could live with that and its 40 or so hp.Small framed BMWs are a hoot. I prefered my R65 far more than Dads R80.

[jellywrestler]

The Honda ethos in racing has often, with notable exception, been Engine over everything. This is sort of the roadbike equivalent. And I agree, sometimes brave produces some interesting ideas.

it always amused me that the rear rim on the CBX 6 was the same size as a 1940's vincent 1000 twin....

[Bonez]

SPYDA I sent you a pm. I've got a 2004 Cemetery Circuit Program-50th anniversary. On page 14 you have an article called "A bit on the side" which was around three pages. It's in very good condition. Do you want it? I if so pm me your address details and I'll have it sent off to you. Found it going through my old m/c magizines today. Probably could get a few bob on Tardme but would rather you have it.

All the Ulysses mags went into the recycling bin.

[HenryDorsetCase]

it always amused me that the rear rim on the CBX 6 was the same size as a 1940's vincent 1000 twin....

speaking of.... I am going to start a Gofundme to buy that CBX. I'm a millennial!!! I want it but dont want to work!!!!! Waaaah

[ojyamaha]

My one was that colour. It was actually a nice paint job, especially for a Suzuki of that era.Yep great colours.
My brother had one but he had a thing for falling off in the hunua gorge and writing off motorcycles.

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[Laava]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2545544211.htm?rsqid=e4e3c988000b47dc91b37cae1b245 0ac-004

This thing is hilarious, esp that he wants the thick end of 10k for it!

[eldog]

speaking of.... I'm a millennial!!! I want it but dont want to work!!!!! Waaaah

Almost.

Scenario: just had the weekend off. Nice. Party party party

Monday morning: text day boss 'won't be in today cos I am not feeling the best' can I have an extension on my sick days aye. Already used 5 in a month.

Complains got no money. Got no car license. Got a missus. Just managed 4 days at work and is a know it all.
Missus and family has all sorts of 'issues'
Still it's never his problem. It's the employer. Or the internet. Always manages to have alcohol, smokes, vapes.

Still I reckon you should crowd fund the bike, you deserve it.

And can you give me $5 and s bad of chips please mister.

Because I work with him and I have just finished almost 2 months no days off and worked 16 hours today. No sick days that I can remember ever using.

[jellywrestler]

SPYDA I sent you a pm. I've got a 2004 Cemetery Circuit Program-50th anniversary. On page 14 you have an article called "A bit on the side" which was around three pages. It's in very good condition. Do you want it? I if so pm me your address details and I'll have it sent off to you. Found it going through my old m/c magizines today. Probably could get a few bob on Tardme but would rather you have it.

All the Ulysses mags went into the recycling bin.

saw the message, was just figuring out when i'd be up that way to grab it before i answered, looks in better nick than my one thanks, will be in touch, you going to superbikes at manfeild 28/9 march?

[jellywrestler]

speaking of.... I am going to start a Gofundme to buy that CBX. I'm a millennial!!! I want it but dont want to work!!!!! Waaaah

aim for the sky, my vincents on the market

[Bonez]

saw the message, was just figuring out when i'd be up that way to grab it before i answered, looks in better nick than my one thanks, will be in touch, you going to superbikes at manfeild 28/9 march?Don't intend to but you are quite welcome to pop in and pick it up. If nobody is home I'll mjust leave it on the table on the back covered porch. You just have to by aware of the half dozen dangerous neibours felions that roam our yard at times. :msn-wink: Most of the time though there's someone home. I'll flick my details anyway just in case.

[F5 Dave]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2545544211.htm?rsqid=e4e3c988000b47dc91b37cae1b245 0ac-004

This thing is hilarious, esp that he wants the thick end of 10k for it!
Oh my fictitious God, :lol:

that would get you kicked out of clown college for being too ridiculous.

[pete376403]

am for the sky, my vincents on the market

Speaking of Vincents, have you seen the Godet Egli that lives over the Waiararapa? I was over the last week, saw it stopped and spent a good half hour talking to the owner and trying not to drool too much. Thats my Lotto dream bike - happy to have seen it and insanely jealous all at once. Owner seems a really nice, down-to-earth guy.

[pritch]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2545544211.htm?rsqid=e4e3c988000b47dc91b37cae1b245 0ac-004

This thing is hilarious, esp that he wants the thick end of 10k for it!

I wonder if that helmet comes with the bike? :whistle:

[HenryDorsetCase]

I wonder if that helmet comes with the bike? :whistle:

Its nicely, um, polished...

[Bonez]

I bet when he starts it up it goes PUFFITY! PUFF! PUFF!

[pritch]

I bet when he starts it up it goes PUFFITY! PUFF! PUFF!

Wot? The helmet?

[F5 Dave]

I think the owner has been going Puffity Puff Puff on the crack pipe
;)

[husaberg]

I think the owner has been going Puffity Puff Puff on the crack pipe
;)

Seen far worse on this thread. Not my taste obviously.
He was actually telling the truth about the "Gas bottle"
https://www.lowbrowcustoms.com/lowbrow-customs-fuel-reserve-bottle-and-carrier-2-0-combo-save-4-95.html
The front tire belongs on a Vincent Rapide. i have one in 19 inch on a 1954 James.
The workmanship and the overall styling is cohesive, if not actually tasteful (other than the tank, but maybe for all i know the ill fitting tank look is a thing in bumfuck north island)

[Laava]

Heh, you can buy these slugs new for 11k...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2531975324.htm?rsqid=443ef448afa040b1987f797c09aa7 da7-005

[HenryDorsetCase]

I've ridden one a bit. Its an OK little bike and quite good in its intended mission. But, as you say, that one is woefully overpriced.

[pzkpfw]

Heh, you can buy these slugs new for 11k...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2531975324.htm?rsqid=443ef448afa040b1987f797c09aa7 da7-005

His air filter doesn't look red to me.

[jellywrestler]

Don't intend to.

why not, it's a good of motorcycle racing right at your back door.

[Bonez]

why not, it's a good of motorcycle racing right at your back door.Going around and around on a curcuit doesn't really interest me these days. When I was younger it was different. I prefer walking around the parking lot looking at the verious bikes and talking to their riders more interesting.

[F5 Dave]

Heh, you can buy these slugs new for 11k...
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2531975324.htm?rsqid=443ef448afa040b1987f797c09aa7 da7-005
Golly, they aren't pretty are they? That exhaust (didn't call it a muffler) looks wof suitable :facepalm: bet it sounds offense . thanks guys.

[F5 Dave]

Nothing says $150 like. . .

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2553479173.htm?rsqid=0107f94cad8644f79dc240dd102d2 17c-004

[husaberg]

off same feed this is a real bike never seen one or even heard of it?
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2547238422.htm

[layton]

Nothing says $150 like. . .

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2553479173.htm?rsqid=0107f94cad8644f79dc240dd102d2 17c-004

Like he pays 150 for somebody to take it?

[F5 Dave]

No providence, no trick bits, aside from presumably a base level Nitron, no engine work and no fairings even , well fuck off. A grand too expensive.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2549211749.htm?rsqid=03a3d577a1444a73b8165032fd8e0 451-005

[pritch]

off same feed this is a real bike never seen one or even heard of it?
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2547238422.htm

Never heard of that but a Google image search reveals loads of images of the model. Who knew?

Most of the references are in Japanese or Indonesisn which prompts the thought that it might be a model for the Asian market.
Apparently it's a "factory custom" which is also something of a surprise.

[sidecar bob]

No providence, no trick bits, aside from presumably a base level Nitron, no engine work and no fairings even , well fuck off. A grand too expensive.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-2549211749.htm?rsqid=03a3d577a1444a73b8165032fd8e0 451-005

Bloody bargain compared to that $9,500 FXR bucket that was on TM a while back.:msn-wink:

[husaberg]

Never heard of that but a Google image search reveals loads of images of the model. Who knew?

Most of the references are in Japanese or Indonesisn which prompts the thought that it might be a model for the Asian market.
Apparently it's a "factory custom" which is also something of a surprise.

Yeah i checked as well
Tts hard to believe the same person designed the front as the back its like it was designed by a committee of crack addicts.
Either that or someone went through the parts bins and looked at what they had left.
The tank almost looks like it should be off a TL125.

[Laava]

Same design team as the Fiat Multibla!

[F5 Dave]

Bloody bargain compared to that $9,500 FXR bucket that was on TM a while back.:msn-wink:

Yeah that was a running joke in the pits that one. Heck I sold both mine for circa $2500ea and both came with . . . Hmm, seems I've misused the word providence perhaps a little, but precedence isn't quite right, but at least they were good enough for some middle aged unjockeylike doofah to win races titles lap records on.

That CBR looks well from sorted, more just rolled, bowled and ready for a lie down.

[Autech]

Yeah that was a running joke in the pits that one. Heck I sold both mine for circa $2500ea and both came with . . . Hmm, seems I've misused the word providence perhaps a little, but precedence isn't quite right, but at least they were good enough for some middle aged unjockeylike doofah to win races titles lap records on.

That CBR looks well from sorted, more just rolled, bowled and ready for a lie down.Did it ever sell? Was properly over priced that one.

That CBR isn't a race bike, track hack should be its title.

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[pete376403]

Yeah that was a running joke in the pits that one. Heck I sold both mine for circa $2500ea and both came with . . . Hmm, seems I've misused the word providence perhaps a little, but precedence isn't quite right, but at least they were good enough for some middle aged unjockeylike doofah to win races titles lap records on.

That CBR looks well from sorted, more just rolled, bowled and ready for a lie down.

Provenance?

[Laava]

Holy fuck, you want how much!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2511226481.htm?rsqid=edf28e686be745f5a435e203d1950 ba7-003

[HenryDorsetCase]

Holy fuck, you want how much!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2511226481.htm?rsqid=edf28e686be745f5a435e203d1950 ba7-003

That is fucking hideous.

I just idly wondered what sort of cool car 90 grand buys. And a couple of 911 SC's pop up. And a recent Cayman. and so forth. for the record Cayennes and Macans are not cool. 911's are cool. https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/CategoryAttributeSearchResults.aspx?search=1&cid=268&sidebar=1&rsqid=699af15df1e44797ae170dd398a33fbb-001&sidebarSearch_keypresses=0&sidebarSearch_suggested=0&14=Porsche&15=&21=&1=&minPrice=85000&maxPrice=95000&13=0&13=0&24=0&24=0&309=0&309=0&54=&searchRegion=100

Here's my pick:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/porsche/auction-2447860827.htm?rsqid=78fefbb1076e4d87a408c7c348d90 6ed-002

[F5 Dave]

Ain't much room in the back of them I'll tell you now. I mean just for sitting getting out for dinner. :confused:

[sidecar bob]

That is fucking hideous.

I just idly wondered what sort of cool car 90 grand buys. And a couple of 911 SC's pop up. And a recent Cayman. and so forth. for the record Cayennes and Macans are not cool. 911's are cool. https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/CategoryAttributeSearchResults.aspx?search=1&cid=268&sidebar=1&rsqid=699af15df1e44797ae170dd398a33fbb-001&sidebarSearch_keypresses=0&sidebarSearch_suggested=0&14=Porsche&15=&21=&1=&minPrice=85000&maxPrice=95000&13=0&13=0&24=0&24=0&309=0&309=0&54=&searchRegion=100

Here's my pick:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/porsche/auction-2447860827.htm?rsqid=78fefbb1076e4d87a408c7c348d90 6ed-002

Here's my 90k trademe pick.
I already had it watchlisted, because dreams are free.
https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bentley/continental/listing/2549813591

[onearmedbandit]

That is fucking hideous.

I just idly wondered what sort of cool car 90 grand buys. And a couple of 911 SC's pop up. And a recent Cayman. and so forth. for the record Cayennes and Macans are not cool. 911's are cool. https://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/CategoryAttributeSearchResults.aspx?search=1&cid=268&sidebar=1&rsqid=699af15df1e44797ae170dd398a33fbb-001&sidebarSearch_keypresses=0&sidebarSearch_suggested=0&14=Porsche&15=&21=&1=&minPrice=85000&maxPrice=95000&13=0&13=0&24=0&24=0&309=0&309=0&54=&searchRegion=100

Here's my pick:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/porsche/auction-2447860827.htm?rsqid=78fefbb1076e4d87a408c7c348d90 6ed-002

I had my eye on one of those in the late 90's at a yard I was working at, one elderly lady owner in NZ (we knew her) 1979 SC in white (rego I'll never forget MW911) that we had asround $28000 on. It wasn't a large amount of money considering we were selling S4 RX7's in auto for $16k, GTST Skylines for $20k. But I wanted speed back then and as fun as it was to drive it wasn't a 'fast' car. What an idiot.

Now the 1993 Carrera RS factory race car was fast. But scary.

[Autech]

Holy fuck, you want how much!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2511226481.htm?rsqid=edf28e686be745f5a435e203d1950 ba7-003Jeeeesus wept!
90 fucking k!

Imagine how many nice things 90k would buy? I can see how it might have cost around that to build 17 years ago (why in the fuck but meh) but to ask that now?

Damn that's gunna take some beating for most optimistic seller ever

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[jellywrestler]

Here's my 90k trademe pick.
I already had it watchlisted, because dreams are free.
https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/cars/bentley/continental/listing/2549813591

i've been to dutton garage a couple of times lot's of interesting stuff and their stock seems to move so they must be selling. what amuses me is the $89.990 pricing, everything's ten dollars off the ten grand pretty much, do they think we're all pack and slave shoppers, or warehouse bargain hunters with that pricing style? for another $10 people can puff their chests out and say they threw $90k on the floor and strut round, might even get more sales to the egotistic buyers?

[HenryDorsetCase]

i've been to dutton garage a couple of times lot's of interesting stuff and their stock seems to move so they must be selling. what amuses me is the $89.990 pricing, everything's ten dollars off the ten grand pretty much, do they think we're all pack and slave shoppers, or warehouse bargain hunters with that pricing style? for another $10 people can puff their chests out and say they threw $90k on the floor and strut round, might even get more sales to the egotistic buyers?

Apparently their asking prices and their sale prices can be very different - the definition of optimistic. They do have some cool shit though.

[onearmedbandit]

i've been to dutton garage a couple of times lot's of interesting stuff and their stock seems to move so they must be selling. what amuses me is the $89.990 pricing, everything's ten dollars off the ten grand pretty much, do they think we're all pack and slave shoppers, or warehouse bargain hunters with that pricing style? for another $10 people can puff their chests out and say they threw $90k on the floor and strut round, might even get more sales to the egotistic buyers?

Granted I haven't been involved in selling vehicles at their price point (mostly between $10k-$60k for me) but the number of times I've heard a client say something like 'oh but this yard has one for $22,0000' when in reality it's $22999 plus ORC is amazing.

[Ocean1]

Granted I haven't been involved in selling vehicles at their price point (mostly between $10k-$60k for me) but the number of times I've heard a client say something like 'oh but this yard has one for $22,0000' when in reality it's $22999 plus ORC is amazing.

Yes, I read a study that concluded that you can be fully aware of the strategy and the reasons behind it and it still works.

[sidecar bob]

Granted I haven't been involved in selling vehicles at their price point (mostly between $10k-$60k for me) but the number of times I've heard a client say something like 'oh but this yard has one for $22,0000' when in reality it's $22999 plus ORC is amazing.

People are stupid. A very large chunk of the reason i sold the garage.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Yes, I read a study that concluded that you can be fully aware of the strategy and the reasons behind it and it still works.

It works on me when I am trying to justify something to myself too: $18999 + ORC ($1500, say) $20499 actual cost. "Well, hell, it's only eighteen grand. Honestly its a bargain!"

[Laava]

It works on me when I am trying to justify something to myself too: $18999 + ORC ($1500, say) $20499 actual cost. "Well, hell, it's only eighteen grand. Honestly its a bargain!"
If you factor in resale, you can get that down to 6G. Just sayin'

[HenryDorsetCase]

If you factor in resale, you can get that down to 6G. Just sayin'

YOU'RE IN my HEAD!

[Laava]

YOU'RE IN my HEAD!
Coool! Listen to the voices, they are saying, "buy it, buy the ducati S4R" you know you want to!
(I have one for sale!...)

[Laava]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2559232334.htm?rsqid=43dfa367ed384a72ae44d5ff9de66 2e3-002
Seems a tad expensive....

[OddDuck]

and on checking Laava's post above, this turned up in "other listings I may like"

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2555113598.htm

Yeahhhh... might want to work on your algorithms there TradeMe. Anyway, 48 km-ish top speed? 40 km range? "this bike is super cool??" (seller's own question marks) Err what?

[OddDuck]

And here's another e-moto, a converted Honda this time

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2558273975.htm

10 km range - around town. 90 k's top speed. $2.5K thanks... and yet there are 24 watchers and some genuine enthusiasm in the Q&A. Maybe doing petrol-to-electric conversions is taking off as a hobby.

[HenryDorsetCase]

That might get me to work - one way. Whats the point!??!?

Makes $43k for the H-D Livewire seem like good buying.

I've been reading about EV's a bit, and it is absolutely clear that the trick is the batteries. Thats in fact the big thing with Tesla - its a battery company that builds cars.

Also, some of you will like this if you haven't seen it before:

https://lunaz.design/

I'll have a Rolls Royce Phantom V thanks. Or maybe a Bentley. XK120 is a bit sporty for me these days.

Oh, and this is fucking cool. I love sharing this with all the hot rodders I know and torturing them by saying soon(ish) this will be the only way these old tubs of lard will be allowed on the road.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVNb6ywH000

The simplest and closest to "bolton" kits are the ones for VW Beetles. There is one for a mini too I believe but I cant find the link.

[Ian Staples]

Holy fuck, you want how much!
https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2511226481.htm?rsqid=edf28e686be745f5a435e203d1950 ba7-003
If I ever need a good laugh I search trikes on trademe. Oh how I laugh!!! then I get a bit sad when I think "what if they get the money they are asking? then I am in the wrong job !

[OddDuck]

That might get me to work - one way. Whats the point!??!?

Makes $43k for the H-D Livewire seem like good buying.

I've been reading about EV's a bit, and it is absolutely clear that the trick is the batteries. Thats in fact the big thing with Tesla - its a battery company that builds cars.

I'd guess he's a hobbyist who did the budget and then the build, without running proper calculations on power / speed / range etc up front before getting stuck in. A shame really. This isn't the first I've seen (there was one with lead-acids a while ago) and I don't think it'll be the last either. You just can't go cheap on these things and expect any useful outcomes.

A workmate has done an EV conversion on a BMW (car) and all up it cost about the same as a pretty decent second hand petrol car by the time he was done. That's parts only too, he did all his fabrication (circuitboards too) himself.

Love the Lunaz stuff - really good to see these beautiful old cars kept going.

[F5 Dave]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-2559232334.htm?rsqid=43dfa367ed384a72ae44d5ff9de66 2e3-002
Seems a tad expensive....
Seems a tad tasteless too. :puke:

[F5 Dave]

If I ever need a good laugh I search trikes on trademe. Oh how I laugh!!! then I get a bit sad when I think "what if they get the money they are asking? then I am in the wrong job !
Midlife crisis takes some people in dark directions. They leave the missus, they date a young chick until she realises he's just a grumpy old cunt and ditches him, so they go out and buy a Hardley grow a beard and buy the matching fashion costume from the bikeshop as they laugh up their sleeves.

Except this guy made a wrong turn drunk on TardMe one night and ends up with a motor tricycle. So now he cant go riding with anyone, cant overtake without a passing lane, and where does he park this thing?!!?. Oh dear.

[Laava]

A cross between a car and a motorbike with all the disadvantages of both.

[F5 Dave]

Well, you could perhaps do the Santa parade. .:innocent:

[jasonu]

Well, you could perhaps do the Santa parade. .:innocent:

or the gay parade.

[HenryDorsetCase]

decimal point two places to the left and I still wouldnt buy it.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2568578663.htm?rsqid=59da43f53d1045628fa5fa52c345e a9d-001

[Laava]

decimal point two places to the left and I still wouldnt buy it.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-2568578663.htm?rsqid=59da43f53d1045628fa5fa52c345e a9d-001
Lol, american shit! Good luck finding anyone dumb enough to pay money for it!