KLR650 market

[fotosdelviaje]

Hello adventure riders,

I am new to the New Zealand motorcycle market and I am looking at buying a KLR650 to use this summer and then selling it. Are they easy to sell? I do not mind taking a small loss on the price.

BTW, this is the bike I am currently looking at. The owner might be a member here.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=802194982

I might be lucky and able to keep it at a mate's place until next summer, but I prefer having a plan B.

[gwynfryn]

Everything sells, at the right price.

[fotosdelviaje]

Thanks gwynfryn.

I guess I should reframe my question. How big is demand for KLR650s around here? They seem to be popular, but I have only been researching for a couple of weeks, so you guys probably know better.

I just don't want to sit trying to sell it for a month or more, as I do not have the time.

[Waihou Thumper]

Buy my DR800 if you want it?
Advertised here....:)

If you go with a KLR, no issues there....Woodman is the champ on these...Good luck!

[fotosdelviaje]

Thanks Waihou Thumper, looks good but I have to stick to LAMS approved bikes for the time being.

[Woodman]

Most on TM for sale are way over priced. You can buy a brand new one for $9k.


Good bikes, almost unkillable.

[DR650gary]

Get a DR650

Cheers

[fotosdelviaje]

Why a DR650? They seem a little less common, at least on Trade Me.

[Waihou Thumper]

Why a DR650? They seem a little less common, at least on Trade Me.

You have to ask this? Less common because all the owners keep them, plain and simple...
But just as I speak, there is a new listing that fits right up your alley...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-829029071.htm

[DR650gary]

Why a DR650? They seem a little less common, at least on Trade Me.

Lighter and similar horsepower. A well set up DR is an easy bike to ride a long way and seemed easy to buy and sell if the pricing is sensible.

[Aslan]

hi fotosdelviaje

I guess your primary concern from my reading of your original post is how easily you'll be able to dispose of your chosen machine once your touring New Zealand is done. Our market is relatively small - attractively / realistically priced machines like DR and KLR should sell readily.

Both DR650 and KLR650 attract loyal followers (globally) - both being relatively simple machines. For plenty of opinions on both check out Adventure Rider .com or ADV

I've owned two DR650SE - just sold a K4 (2004) I've used for 9000km in Australia for $AUD3200 on a purchase price 6 months ago of $AUD3900 - a vast country with a much larger market than NZ. I'm in Melbourne as I compose this - a city with a population the entire size of New Zealand.

You may need to factor in licensing / registration costs plus any additions you add to the machine. I added a engine bash plate, consumed a set of 50/50 dual sport tyres $A500

In my view you should be able to pick up a DR or KLR in NZ within the interval $3.5 - $6K (depending on age and KM's travelled) The KLR you were looking at looked good in my view.

Say you purchased it for $6K I'd expect to sell it 10000Km and within 6 months later for around $5K - all hypothetical but indicative of my thoughts on buy versus hire. Good luck with your travels. My travels here in Australia have been helped immeasurably by the goodwill of fellow motorcyclists. Send me a PM if I can assist you. I'm back in NZ in mid January

[Waihou Thumper]

hi fotosdelviaje

I guess your primary concern from my reading of your original post is how easily you'll be able to dispose of your chosen machine once your touring New Zealand is done. Our market is relatively small - attractively / realistically priced machines like DR and KLR should sell readily.

Both DR650 and KLR650 attract loyal followers (globally) - both being relatively simple machines. For plenty of opinions on both check out Adventure Rider .com or ADV

I've owned two DR650SE - just sold a K4 (2004) I've used for 9000km in Australia for $AUD3200 on a purchase price 6 months ago of $AUD3900 - a vast country with a much larger market than NZ. I'm in Melbourne as I compose this - a city with a population the entire size of New Zealand.

You may need to factor in licensing / registration costs plus any additions you add to the machine. I added a engine bash plate, consumed a set of 50/50 dual sport tyres $A500

In my view you should be able to pick up a DR or KLR in NZ within the interval $3.5 - $6K (depending on age and KM's travelled) The KLR you were looking at looked good in my view.

Say you purchased it for $6K I'd expect to sell it 10000Km and within 6 months later for around $5K - all hypothetical but indicative of my thoughts on buy versus hire. Good luck with your travels. My travels here in Australia have been helped immeasurably by the goodwill of fellow motorcyclists. Send me a PM if I can assist you. I'm back in NZ in mid January

It is a no brainer Stephen. Look after it, equip it a bit and ride it, then sell it....Beats renting then for sure. You own it! :)
The downside is be prepared to sell on behalf if you have to leave the country. Both you and the OP doesn't/didn't have that issue though so all good.

[fotosdelviaje]

Thanks Asian, Waihou Thumper and DR650gary! My questions might be a bit basic since I am not only quite new to motorcycles but also completely new to the New Zealand market. Your comments are very useful!

Today I got all the gear I need and will check out that KLR on Monday. I already saw a DR650 today which is also interesting and a good fallback.

I will base myself in Omokoroa for the summer and plan to explore as much as possible. Very keen to catch up with anyone willing. Coffees on me.

[Frodo]

The DR and KLR are very different bikes and both have passionate followers. I've never owned either but ridden both.
KLR for long distance.
DR for rougher conditions.
I'll get flamed for this, but the DR is not a good bike for distance on sealed roads and at the least needs to have the plank replaced by a semi-comfortable seat.
I think the KLR is a better round NZ bike.

[MarkH]

The DR and KLR are very different bikes and both have passionate followers. I've never owned either but ridden both.
KLR for long distance.
DR for rougher conditions.
I'll get flamed for this, but the DR is not a good bike for distance on sealed roads and at the least needs to have the plank replaced by a semi-comfortable seat.
I think the KLR is a better round NZ bike.

I Bought my DR 3 days ago and I've put 1,000km on it - factory seat that has had a visit to an upholsterer which made it fairly decent.

One issue though is a lot of 2nd hand DR650 bikes have had mods done to exhaust & carb - they aren't exactly LAMS compliant anymore.
They are fuckin' fun though!

[Waipukbiker]

The DR and KLR are very different bikes and both have passionate followers. I've never owned either but ridden both.
KLR for long distance.
DR for rougher conditions.
I'll get flamed for this, but the DR is not a good bike for distance on sealed roads and at the least needs to have the plank replaced by a semi-comfortable seat.
I think the KLR is a better round NZ bike.

You've pretty much nailed it Frodo, Ive got a DR but the seat has been modified and a larger tank fitted. MUCH better for longer distance. Ive seen some good riders get pretty loose with a KLR off road but the DR is lighter and more nimble in the ruff stuff. Interesting now that the KLR and DR are the same price new. The KLR is much better equipped in stock form for longer distance ADV touring ( Tank, seat and beefed up suspension).

[RedKLR650]

Thanks Asian, Waihou Thumper and DR650gary! My questions might be a bit basic since I am not only quite new to motorcycles but also completely new to the New Zealand market. Your comments are very useful!

Today I got all the gear I need and will check out that KLR on Monday. I already saw a DR650 today which is also interesting and a good fallback.

I will base myself in Omokoroa for the summer and plan to explore as much as possible. Very keen to catch up with anyone willing. Coffees on me.

Hi there fotosdelvaije ( Trying to decide from your login name if you are a photographer or Dr Who fan :-)

I'm a long time KLR rider ( I currently own 2 of the older 2007 and earlier model - 2X 2007 )

Here's another listing worth considering

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-828220618.htm

It's the older model yes, but at 30,000km, it's hardly run in..........

And for those on here that recognise my name, I haven't been on here for a couple of years.......

May 2012 I had a high speed off road error ( riding with 5 other CHCH based kiwibiker riders ) and shortened my spine by 10mm on my KLR and I am finally about to take the registration off hold tomorrow and get back in the saddle :-)

So if you end up anywhere near the middle of the south island, I'll be up for some adventure riding / tour guiding
Stu 0274 342 372

I'm a big fan of the older model KLR, and the one I linked to has already had it's value fall purely due to age, so putting another 20,000kms on the clock might only cost you $500-$1000 depreciation :-)

Just a thought

Stu

[Waihou Thumper]

Hi there fotosdelvaije ( Trying to decide from your login name if you are a photographer or Dr Who fan :-)

I'm a long time KLR rider ( I currently own 2 of the older 2007 and earlier model - 2X 2007 )

Here's another listing worth considering

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-828220618.htm

It's the older model yes, but at 30,000km, it's hardly run in..........

And for those on here that recognise my name, I haven't been on here for a couple of years.......

May 2012 I had a high speed off road error ( riding with 5 other CHCH based kiwibiker riders ) and shortened my spine by 10mm on my KLR and I am finally about to take the registration off hold tomorrow and get back in the saddle :-)

So if you end up anywhere near the middle of the south island, I'll be up for some adventure riding / tour guiding
Stu 0274 342 372

I'm a big fan of the older model KLR, and the one I linked to has already had it's value fall purely due to age, so putting another 20,000kms on the clock might only cost you $500-$1000 depreciation :-)

Just a thought

Stu

Stu.
Firstly, good on you and glad you have recovered enough to get back in the saddle.
You make sense and when I saw this early this morning I thought perfect for this bloke.
It has everything done to it and I reckon he won't lose a penny selling it....
I would certainly be interested in buying it, but not in the market for one.
Yes, the older ones look cool especially dolled up in camouflage green or desert markings!
I say go for it! IMHO..If that counts for anything...:)

[Woodman]

Yup, that KLR is a good buy alright. All you need right there.

Makes mine look almost worthless, even with all the bling :facepalm:, but I haven't ridden it in almost a year.

[fotosdelviaje]

Thanks everyone for all the tips. I now own a 2009 KLR650 that I am already loving very much. I might still need to sell it when I leave, but I am researching options to store it. Do not want to part with it!

Have been having too much fun out there to get online, sorry for abandoning the thread.

[fotosdelviaje]

Hi there fotosdelvaije ( Trying to decide from your login name if you are a photographer or Dr Who fan :-)

I'm a long time KLR rider ( I currently own 2 of the older 2007 and earlier model - 2X 2007 )

Here's another listing worth considering

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-828220618.htm

Thanks Stu, that is a beautiful bike, but it was a bit far from me so the one in Puke won.

The name is just from the name of my old travel blog, meaning just "photos of the trip" in Spanish. Not really a professional photographer.