LAMS approved bike in Auckland

[biketimus_prime]

Hi guys,

Does anyone have something a bit more fun to ride like a CBR or a ZXR they might consider selling in Auckland?
Even a V-twin is fine but I want a fully faired sports bike, nothing like a hornet or VTR

Looking to pay around 3k mark for one.

Thanks

[f2dz]

Hey, what's wrong with a VTR!?

I used to have one and I found it more fun to ride than my 2008 Ninja. I've never ridden one but I've heard Hornets are great too.

Might be hard to find something fully faired for 3k that isn't crashed/dropped/old/high kms. Naked learner bikes ftw!

[biketimus_prime]

Nah nothing wrong with VTR or Hornets, I just don't like the riding position. Ninjas are a bit small for my liking too.
Don't mind something that is a bit old but decent condition and cared for well.

[f2dz]

Fair enough, althought I would've thought they'd be similar to a GSX250.

Just thought you might be ruling out those two bikes only because they're a naked style. I almost did the same but was glad I ended up with one.

Good luck with your search anyway!

[biketimus_prime]

Nah I don't mind the naked style, I'd love a KTM Duke or DRZ.
But it's just a personal preference thing for now.

Surely there must be something around! I see some horrid ones listed on trademe...
but this is pretty acceptable http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-757154803.htm
However mileage is so high and there is no proof that the motor was rebuilt...

[f2dz]

I personally wouldn't go anywhere near something that old with mileage that high, unless you're mechanically minded and able to fix things that go wrong yourself.

Those older four cylinder bikes are the best sounding 250s though.

[Tazz]

Nah I don't mind the naked style, I'd love a KTM Duke or DRZ.
But it's just a personal preference thing for now.

Surely there must be something around! I see some horrid ones listed on trademe...
but this is pretty acceptable http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-757154803.htm
However mileage is so high and there is no proof that the motor was rebuilt...

I've got one that is at over 80,000 and it runs awesomely. Had the same concerns but took the plunge and have enjoyed my time with it. Great bikes.

For 3k I doubt you'll be getting a minter of anything.
I also prefer having fairings as they definitely make riding a warmer experience for me.

[biketimus_prime]

Considering this one... http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-757816880.htm

Anyone know anything about it? What should I look for if I go view it? 1989 seems quite old though and 6 monthly warrants sucks but still

[biketimus_prime]

Talk me out of this! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-757921819.htm

I'll mainly be using it for commuting, are 2 strokes even okay for that?

[sil3nt]

Talk me out of this! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-757921819.htm

I'll mainly be using it for commuting, are 2 strokes even okay for that?It's slow enough that you will have to be raping it when commuting anyway.

[helbnd]

It's slow enough that you will have to be raping it when commuting anyway.

They are excellent for commuting - you take that back :P

[sil3nt]

They are excellent for commuting - you take that back :P
I hear they crash pretty good as well :innocent:

[helbnd]

I hear they crash pretty good as well :innocent:

LOL

Sssshhh - maybe i can sell it to the OP... one careful owner. Battery is mint

[biketimus_prime]

That RS125 went for cheap! What kinda life (mileage) would you expect to get out of the motor seeing as it's 2 stroke?

Bump, still looking

[helbnd]

That RS125 went for cheap! What kinda life (mileage) would you expect to get out of the motor seeing as it's 2 stroke?

Bump, still looking

Mine is up to about 15k kms and still going strong. Top end checks start at the next service from memory and mandatory around the 20k mark. 4000 km service intervals are not as bad as they sound as there is so liitle too them theres not much involved.

Top end kit will run you about 150 bucks from the UK, 300 ish if you want a new cylinder too.

Mine hasn't really been ridden since I got the zx6 and I keep eyeing up ninja 250s with the notion of getting involved in production racing. You are welcome to arrange a test ride - even if you don't like my one you'll get an idea of what they are like to ride

[biketimus_prime]

Mine is up to about 15k kms and still going strong. Top end checks start at the next service from memory and mandatory around the 20k mark. 4000 km service intervals are not as bad as they sound as there is so liitle too them theres not much involved.

Top end kit will run you about 150 bucks from the UK, 300 ish if you want a new cylinder too.

Mine hasn't really been ridden since I got the zx6 and I keep eyeing up ninja 250s with the notion of getting involved in production racing. You are welcome to arrange a test ride - even if you don't like my one you'll get an idea of what they are like to ride

Sorry I never saw your reply to this! Thanks for the offer of trying out your bike :)

Bump, still looking though!

Also maybe someone on here can maybe help me track down a ZXR that was listed on trademe about 2 weeks ago... It was white and some red, listed in auckland and had a lot of maintenance work done to it like new fork seals, brake pads, valve clearances, clutch plate checks blah blah blah. Owner wanted 3900ono.
This is the only picture I can get of it as the auction has expired and I can't access it...

http://i.imgur.com/9mExkvT.png

[biketimus_prime]

BUMP.

I want another bike, what have you or your mates got?

[biketimus_prime]

Does anyone know who owned the ZX7R in green white and purple on trademe. The seller was in waitakere city and wanted $4300 ONO.
Had a picture with his bike against the kerb and helmet on the seat

[BlackSheepLogic]

That would not be LAM's approved would it.


Does anyone know who owned the ZX7R in green white and purple on trademe. The seller was in waitakere city and wanted $4300 ONO.
Had a picture with his bike against the kerb and helmet on the seat

[biketimus_prime]

That would not be LAM's approved would it.


No it isn't but I am in love with that ZX7R and want to get it and keep it stored away until I get my full around this time next year. Still keeping my other bike I ride daily or getting a cheaper, smaller bike like a CBR125 as I mainly commute.

[5ive]

Does anyone know who owned the ZX7R in green white and purple on trademe. The seller was in waitakere city and wanted $4300 ONO.
Had a picture with his bike against the kerb and helmet on the seat

This one?:

306172

Could possibly have been the one that was taken off-road on Ridge road last Thursday night and is missing some of it's right-hand fairing...

Might not be as I can't remember what colour the wheels were, as they were covered in mud.

[biketimus_prime]

This one?:

306172

Could possibly have been the one that was taken off-road on Ridge road last Thursday night and is missing some of it's right-hand fairing...

Might not be as I can't remember what colour the wheels were, as they were covered in mud.


Yes that one! Where did you get the picture from?

I really hope it isn't wrecked...

Now that I think about it there was also another ZX7R listed with same colour scheme and everything but the seller said the headlight doesn't work and there were a few other issues.

[5ive]

This particual bike's headlight was working, that's how I figured it wasn't following me anymore ;)

Had to turn around and head back to confirm. Might not be the same bike though, but the owner was new...

[biketimus_prime]

This particual bike's headlight was working, that's how I figured it wasn't following me anymore ;)

Had to turn around and head back to confirm. Might not be the same bike though, but the owner was new...

Aw fuck maaaan that honestly sucks so much. I saw the bike listed about 3 weeks ago and I dragged my feet about it. I should have taken the opportunity when I had the chance. So disappointed.

Did you talk to the guy? Did he say he was a new owner or something?
Really hoping it's not the same bike...

[5ive]

Like I said, not sure it is the same bike. Just happens to fit the timeframe/model/year. The owner said he'd upgraded from a 250, had not riden for over a year, and that this bike was new to him and he wasn't confident on the corners.

[biketimus_prime]

Damn what an absolute tool.

What do y'all think of this?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-815212599.htm

[Vinz0r]

Damn what an absolute tool.

What do y'all think of this?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-815212599.htm

I think if you have a year until you get your full you should wait until then to buy a bigger bike. Save some more cash and get something better.

[BlackSheepLogic]

Storing a bike for a year can be done but quite a few problems can develop esp with the full system, tires can square off, parts rust etc. A bike that get regular use although having higher millage last much longer. In another year of riding what you want in a bike may change.



No it isn't but I am in love with that ZX7R and want to get it and keep it stored away until I get my full around this time next year. Still keeping my other bike I ride daily or getting a cheaper, smaller bike like a CBR125 as I mainly commute.

[biketimus_prime]

Yeah fair enough. I mainly just wanted that ZX7R as it was cheap and seemed to be in decent condition. May as well wait unless an awesome deal comes up. Haven't had any amazing ones.
However I am more and more tempted to get a cheap ZXR250 or CBR250

[5ive]

That bike is back up on trademe, at a bargain price too :msn-wink:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-829902938.htm

[biketimus_prime]

That bike is back up on trademe, at a bargain price too :msn-wink:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-829902938.htm

Thanks for the link! Had to use my money elsewhere but I may still consider buying it.

[kiwi-on-wheels]

+1 on the cbr recommendation... crack up bike to ride with a good amount of grunt and sounds like an f1 car lol

[f2dz]

Thanks for the link! Had to use my money elsewhere but I may still consider buying it.

If you buy that ZX7R you should totally do this to it: http://www.rideicon.com/bikes/thunder-chunky/

Edit: Just noticed that they're not the same year, but still..!

[biketimus_prime]

If you buy that ZX7R you should totally do this to it: http://www.rideicon.com/bikes/thunder-chunky/

Edit: Just noticed that they're not the same year, but still..!

Looks cool! So much time and effort to do custom work on bikes