Adventure bikes on Trade Me

[chasio]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=612727213

Mrs Chasio is thinking about learning to ride... I don't think I could in all honesty recommend it to her as a learner bike but 'twould be fun to look after while she wasn't riding it!

A nicely set up wee strom here (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-612705220.htm), which is familiar to a few of us I believe. If I had $6k and space in the garage I'd be in like Flynn.

[Padmei]

Mrs Chasio is thinking about learning to ride... I don't think I could in all honesty recommend it to her as a learner bike but 'twould be fun to look after while she wasn't riding it!
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I thought it would be perfct as a learner bike? Why wouldn't you get it- it sure as hell would keep up with other bigger bikes. Not too tall either

[chasio]

I thought it would be perfct as a learner bike? Why wouldn't you get it- it sure as hell would keep up with other bigger bikes. Not too tall either

Just thinking about the two stroke characteristics but if not a big issue with these, maybe I can talk her into it...?

[george formby]

Just thinking about the two stroke characteristics but if not a big issue with these, maybe I can talk her into it...?

That bike has been relisted, must not have met reserve. My G/F has learned to ride on one & we fight over it. Got some loweing links & dropped the yokes on it so it's a foot & a half for her. Not an old school 2t, it pulls from nothing & has no real step in the power but when you do get the revs up it's still a 230cc 2t, you can ride it pretty hard or just do gymkhana in a car park like riding a trials bike. Good info on the ADV forum. If I had the money it would be in the shed. Nothing comparable since they killed the 2t. Absolutely brilliant bike, does everything.
That bike does not have the kick start. Our starter motor crapped out so the missus got some old school training, on the stand, good swing & ning, ning, ning. Got the starter motor fixed for $110. You can get a kick start kit for them & apparently the starter motor is used on other models should you have an issue.
Did I say that I love these bikes? :love:

Oh, got tarction control too, climbs hills like a goat.

The horn is shite, meep.

Pm me if you wish & the ladies can have a yarn.

[chasio]

That bike has been relisted, must not have met reserve. My G/F has learned to ride on one & we fight over it. Got some loweing links & dropped the yokes on it so it's a foot & a half for her. Not an old school 2t, it pulls from nothing & has no real step in the power but when you do get the revs up it's still a 230cc 2t, you can ride it pretty hard or just do gymkhana in a car park like riding a trials bike. Good info on the ADV forum. If I had the money it would be in the shed. Nothing comparable since they killed the 2t. Absolutely brilliant bike, does everything.
That bike does not have the kick start. Our starter motor crapped out so the missus got some old school training, on the stand, good swing & ning, ning, ning. Got the starter motor fixed for $110. You can get a kick start kit for them & apparently the starter motor is used on other models should you have an issue.
Did I say that I love these bikes? :love:

Oh, got tarction control too, climbs hills like a goat.

The horn is shite, meep.

Pm me if you wish & the ladies can have a yarn.

Thanks for that. She has long legs (first thing I noticed :Punk:) so seat height should be OK but lowering links might be good for confidence. One issue I see is that I would then have completely copied Struan's stable (last I heard) and I might have to start paying royalties!

I was originally thinking a Scorpio for a first up ride. She had a leg over a VTR 250 (how different from a DT?) and liked how low it was and 'twas a better match for her rather fetching Dainese leathers as well. But I would prefer the DT, dammit!

Gotta be a bit softly, softly with things as I don't want to scare her off by turning up at home with one. Let's see how it goes...

[Smifffy]

Sheesh, I looked at that DT230, then checked out the thread about one on adv rider. Then I disappeared down a rabbit hole the rest of the night reading up about hammock camping. :bleh::bleh:

[george formby]

Sheesh, I looked at that DT230, then checked out the thread about one on adv rider. Then I disappeared down a rabbit hole the rest of the night reading up about hammock camping. :bleh::bleh:

Did ya see the DT 230 postie motard?

When I get some cash from the lottery commission I'm going to get 17"rims on me spare wheels..,. It's hilarious on twisty roads with dual porpoise tires, 17" stickys would be off the scale. Think I might go and enjoy it's light zinginess this arvo.

[XF650]

Thanks for that. She has long legs (first thing I noticed :Punk:) so seat height should be OK but lowering links might be good for confidence. One issue I see is that I would then have completely copied Struan's stable (last I heard) and I might have to start paying royalties! ...

Actually NigelP on here also did the Freewind / DT230 combo (Motu's old one).
Owing to a recent purchase, I'm being "encouraged" to sell one of the bikes. "If" this happens, the Freewind will eventually go, simply because the DT230 is much more versatile.
I doubt you or your Mrs will need lowering links (I'm a shorty). Tyres are cheap with heaps of options. Chassis is basic but strong & suspension has good adjustment. Only downer is the 150km fuel range (riding hard), so some sort of aux tank will be needed for longer rides in remote areas..

[chasio]

Not as much fun as a DT (and much heavier), but what do folks think of this cheap 400cc Transalp (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-615024924.htm) as an option?

[george formby]

Not as much fun as a DT (and much heavier), but what do folks think of this cheap 400cc Transalp (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-615024924.htm) as an option?

I don't know nuttin about 400cc transalps but that one has had a hard life. They do take their punismeht well, though.

I do know that wimmin like shiny, sparkly things... They seem to prefer form over function.

[chasio]

I don't know nuttin about 400cc transalps but that one has had a hard life. They do take their punismeht well, though.

I do know that wimmin like shiny, sparkly things... They seem to prefer form over function.

Suspect you're right on all counts. A nice looking dull bike would probably be more welcome than a tatty hooner.

[george formby]

Suspect you're right on all counts. A nice looking dull bike would probably be more welcome than a tatty hooner.

When our DT turned up my G/F was beside herself it was so pretty & shiny. "For me?" she cried. Didn't even know it was a Yamaha for a couple of days or a 2t until she asked what the smell was.

[Eddieb]

Not as much fun as a DT (and much heavier), but what do folks think of this cheap 400cc Transalp (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-615024924.htm) as an option?

The older couple 2-up on one of those at Bannockburn bike week this year were keeping up quite easily with guys one up on $30k machines and went up one hill I wimped out of on the DR.

[Aslan]

The older couple 2-up on one of those at Bannockburn bike week this year were keeping up quite easily with guys one up on $30k machines and went up one hill I wimped out of on the DR.

Eddie - I suspect the older couple you refer to are like me in their 60's and the rider a very competent rider of the 400cc Trans Alp - I've been in awe of the gents skill at ADV rides I've been on since 2005 - suspect they've since quit the TA which was a nice machine - understand husband of the duo has a motocross background - it shows. I struggled on my DR in the last Pukemanu in the mud - they made the same muddy ascents (and descents) look easy on the TA. As always its about the rider's skill level more than the machine IMO :)

[dino3310]

As always its about the rider's skill level more than the machine IMO :)

Totally agree with that Aslan,
im the opposite, ive got the machine to do it all but the skill to do F all :laugh:

[chasio]

Totally agree with that Aslan,
im the opposite, ive got the machine to do it all but the skill to do F all :laugh:

Someone just like that married my wife... and she has only been married the once :)

[george formby]

Set your missus up for success. I posted on another thread recently, one about bikes for short arses IIR, why we ended up with the DT. From a clean sheet perspective even the Iron britched Chancellor after a nervous start has realised the value of the skill set you get from a dual purpose bike.
You are 100% on the right track. Two riders in the household makes for far more betterer conversations & happy happy joy joys! You can watch bikes on the telly all night too as long as you can answer all the questions.
All the very best to you both.:woohoo:

[10bikekid]

Set your missus up for success. I posted on another thread recently, one about bikes for short arses IIR, why we ended up with the DT. From a clean sheet perspective even the Iron britched Chancellor after a nervous start has realised the value of the skill set you get from a dual purpose bike.
You are 100% on the right track. Two riders in the household makes for far more betterer conversations & happy happy joy joys! You can watch bikes on the telly all night too as long as you can answer all the questions.
All the very best to you both.:woohoo:

And better still she can tell you all the things your doing wrong even when your out riding :shutup:

[george formby]

And better still she can tell you all the things your doing wrong even when your out riding :shutup:

Funny you should post that. I've noticed the odd femme style critique on recent rides. The comment that sounds like a compliment but then you realise it was a jab 10 minutes later.
Must start watching Sex in the City so I can translate faster.<_<

We sat & watched the Erzberg live feed all night & watch Moto Gp from start to finish. I do have to get off the couch to fetch her a pot to piss in, though. :weird:

We apologise for the disruption. Normal transmission should resume immediately after this post.

[Vikingpower]

Hi guys

I know its shameful self promotion, but I see all of you hunger after adventure bikes. I have my lovely V-Strom 1000 on trademe now for a dirt cheap price.
I going home to denmark after touring around in NZ, so I need to sell it soon.

Come by a have a ride

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-611619714.htm

It has to go before end of july so I just dropped the price and I'll give an 200$ knock off for you guys.

I'll be in touch here: 02108381462

Cheers

[dino3310]

shit thats a bloody good deal, nice bike.:drool:
must be that time of the year when we all got no pingers, i thought someone would have snapped it up by now

[Mo NZ]

Those are great bikes and its great buying at $4-500. I have room to store it in my bike shed if it doesn't sell before you go.:whistle:

[dino3310]

i can do better... bike storage, battery tender, cleaned, dust cover and started periodically to keep it all fresh

[dino3310]

the bling bike still for sale.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-619058221.htm
wonder if he'd let me trade the XR

[10bikekid]

As I've said before this is an evil thread, thank goodness it was only a BMW this time :crazy:

[Waihou Thumper]

Wanna buy a DR800? then :).........:msn-wink:

[10bikekid]

Wanna buy a DR800? then :).........:msn-wink:

:gob: what you mean,:shit: funny last time it was me asking you that :facepalm:

[Underground]

Crikey!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-626193567.htm

[Waihou Thumper]

Crikey!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-626193567.htm

Yeah, thought the same..way overpriced aye...:)

[Night Falcon]

Crikey!
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-626193567.htm

the k's seem low for the wear and age :scratch:

[george formby]

the k's seem low for the wear and age :scratch:

I concur. Had a hard life that bike. Lots of tells. Back in the day, in Scotland, my mate put 40'000 miles on his Dommy, salt, rain, ice & snow. He had a habit of chucking at the scenery, too. Looked more honest than that bike and had more paint. Ran like a clock regardless.

[10bikekid]

Having owned 2 of these now, would say they are awesome Adv bikes, only minuses being they are a tad slow and small on the road

Big pluses offroad though as steer well even on trail tires (even in the sand)

Please someone else buy this before I give into temptation and make an offer :crazy:

[10bikekid]

Emailed the dominator guy, he has updated his listing as has had new speedo, could be 100.000k for all we know though rego history should give an indication http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-626193567.htm

I'm out:oi-grr: (phew that was close as was starting to get wallet out) :facepalm:

[Underground]

Thought those k's looked too good to be true :shit:

[That looks like fun]

Last Odometer Reading:

155,810 Km
2010-Sep-06
According to Car-Jam. So add the 14 and a half its got on it now and yep, them ks are getting up there :scooter:

[10bikekid]

Not good for buyer:facepalm:, but does say something for how reliable those old Domies are:Punk:, if its under 50k its like new :niceone:

[dino3310]

hard to kill dem old Honda's :msn-wink:

[10bikekid]

hard to kill dem old Honda's :msn-wink:

Ever thought of taking a Job at Cycle Spot in sales :yes:

[dino3310]

Ever thought of taking a Job at Cycle Spot in sales :yes:

wouldnt sell many bikes as i would be hiding in the workshop most of the day

[dino3310]

Ever thought of taking a Job at Cycle Spot in sales :yes:

here ya go then http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-629436171.htm :bleh:

[10bikekid]

here ya go then http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-629436171.htm :bleh:

Please stop doing this to me :brick:, I prefer to keep my dream intact and just imagine how great these bikes were (And they were when brand new and in their day)

Besides XR500A model is 1980 so cant buy as false advertising :facepalm:

[dino3310]

actually 79-80 were 500a.....
the only changes from the 79 to 80 were 'Honda wing decal on the tank, The control levers and kick starter arm are black, and the muffler is smaller.

[10bikekid]

actually 79-80 were 500a.....
the only changes from the 79 to 80 were 'Honda wing decal on the tank, The control levers and kick starter arm are black, and the muffler is smaller.

Just like most other salesman who tell fibs aye :blink:

Rocked up to the Honda Shop In 79 and rode out on my brand new XR500Z :wings:

So salesman is telling porkies, no sale:no: (though admit am thinking about it <_<)

[NordieBoy]

actually 79-80 were 500a.....
the only changes from the 79 to 80 were 'Honda wing decal on the tank, The control levers and kick starter arm are black, and the muffler is smaller.

My '79 was a Z...

[10bikekid]

My '79 was a Z...

We need to get together and lie about the good old days of endless wheelies and legendary status :cool:

[dino3310]

your right im wrong my bad:facepalm:

[NordieBoy]

your right im wrong my bad:facepalm:

Go sit in the corner, with the pink helmet of shame on...

[timg]

Go sit in the corner, with the pink helmet of shame on... :nya: Cruel Fran, very cruel.

[10bikekid]

your right im wrong my bad:facepalm:

Your excused as we all know Honda riders are nice guys :yes:


Go sit in the corner, with the pink helmet of shame on...

Oops that counts out that new pink helmet I had my eye on :crazy:

Now XR500 lies please http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/160576-XR500-(and-similar)-legends-and-lies-thread?p=1130601410#post1130601410 :corn:

[Shewolf]

This wee bike is no longer running but someone may be able to fix it up - have had some diagnostics done at Cycle Treads, after replacing the cdi and coil they say it may be the stator, or it may be dodgy old wiring.

Sounds like a bargain right!

Comes with a box of bits, manual, service history and a spare tyre - might be able to get started if someone knows what they're doing. S=R is $200

Clicky linky to Tardme (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-630631401.htm)

[dino3310]

is it the same donkey as the NX-1 of which(might be) i think is a water cooled XR250 motor, if im right then the lecky stuff shouldnt be to hard to source, would pick it up myself if i had some spare pingers.
will be a good buy for someone

[fridayflash]

good buying for someone...i think the engine is much the same as an xl250 degree..twin cam and single exhaust port? bit hard to telll in the pic, stator woulnt be outa the question for sure, good luck with the sale shewolf:sunny:

[timg]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=631034279

Cheers.

[Devil]

Buy me: http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/160681-FS-2006-BMW-R1200GS-Adventure-Many-many-extras

[10bikekid]

FS: 2006 BMW R1200GS Adventure - Many many extras
Time to move it on. Should be a good price for what you get. I'll find some more pictures later.
New battery (within 6 months)
New Final drive and speed sensor (Dec 2012) with 2 year parts/labour warranty
Ohlins shocks front (BM607) and rear (BM606 - fully adjustable with remote hydraulic preload adjustment) + original BMW shocks
K&N Air Filter
BMW extended handguards
Altrider Oil Cooler Guard
Touratech clutch reservoir guard
Touratech front brake reservoir guard
Touratech rear brake reservoir guard
Touratech throttle potentiometer guard
Touratech bash plate with center stand extension + original BMW bash plate
Touratech low touring seat + original BMW seat
Touratech quick release headlight guard
Touratech side stand extended foot plate
Touratech fork protection kit
Touratech ABS sensor guard
Touratech pillion seat bag
Touratech drive shaft crash bung
Kaoko throttle lock (if I can find it, its not on there at the moment).
Handle bar risers
Adventure Designs crash bar extensions
Mudsling Max rear mudguard
Givi Maxia E55 top box on Givi universal rear plate
Caribou Cases Racks + Original BMW adventure racks
Caribou Cases. 36 Litre with Cee Bailey matching inner bags
Pair of Michelen Road 3 Trails 80% worn (Currently fitted)
Pair of Heidenau K60's 40% worn
Pair of Continental TKC80's 20% worn
80K service completed (New alternator belt, 4 x plugs, oil/filter, Gearbox oil).
ABS flushed and tested within the last year.

Impressed with extras list on that BMW,:cool: wonder what sort of a price that all cost :crazy:

[Devil]

FS: 2006 BMW R1200GS Adventure - Many many extras

Impressed with extras list on that BMW,:cool: wonder what sort of a price that all cost :crazy:

I made the mistake of adding that up, once. Stopped counting once I got to 5 digits :doctor:

[dino3310]

i want it more than any other :drool: the years when Tigers looked the coolest http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-633210702.htm

[Eddieb]

i want it more than any other :drool: the years when Tigers looked the coolest http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-633210702.htm

Black steamers are badass. Id love it as a 2-up gravel road bike.

[dino3310]

Black steamers are badass. Id love it as a 2-up gravel road bike.

:Punk::Punk::Punk:

[BMWST?]

i want it more than any other :drool: the years when Tigers looked the coolest http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-633210702.htm

Often wondered whst these would be like,there is something in the look that never appealed,surely it isnt just the graphics they had

sent from the tag

[dino3310]

there a big pig:lol: but would be a great 2 up tourer, love the motor, the 955 tigers a better bike but the old steamer has got something the others dont, not sure what it is :wacko: but its always been on 'my to get list'

[timg]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=631034279

Cheers. .... to a lady that found her Wee Strom to heavy. Check out her previous ride for sale here http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-631397413.htm

Now that there's a gap in my shed, wonder what I could fill it with...... ;)

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=634115136

I would like to vin her but need more information as to why it has been de-registered?
Hasn't been written off?
It should have a vin tag on her somewhere?
Anyone down south know about this bike at all? :)

[dino3310]

that reminds me of that old barge pole saying

[Waihou Thumper]

that reminds me of that old barge pole saying

what? go on, what you gonna say.....:)
Bet you said that to a few old boilers mate and still had a good time.
You gotta know them to love 'em...:)

[dino3310]

:laugh:
could be a money pit to re-vinn
lots of cheap weekend hacks around.

you wont need to re vinn it for thompsons:blip:

[Waihou Thumper]

:laugh:
could be a money pit to re-vinn
lots of cheap weekend hacks around.

you wont need to re vinn it for thompsons:blip:

Twas thinking of sharing plates...:)
Get it for $1800, allow another $500 for Vin, transport $450, the smile when it tries to rip off me arms? Priceless...:gob:
Re vinning ain't all that bad, brake declaration etc....Being a Huskie, Nick could easily do this at NV...
I have had in the past a Husaberg re-vinned, that was de-registered...
You know all about Insurance companies though aye....overkill.

[dino3310]

save ya money for riding mate, would be hard riding two at a time nevermind a third:laugh:

[10bikekid]

what? go on, what you gonna say.....:)
Bet you said that to a few old boilers mate and still had a good time.
You gotta know them to love 'em...:)


save ya money for riding mate, would be hard riding two at a time nevermind a third:laugh:

I still say this thread should be banned as I find the posts offensive to my sense of self control:sweatdrop and responsibilities :crazy:

[Waihou Thumper]

I still say this thread should be banned as I find the posts offensive to my sense of self control:sweatdrop and responsibilities :crazy:

I would only be a 3bikekid though....:no:

[dino3310]

I still say this thread should be banned as I find the posts offensive to my sense of self control:sweatdrop and responsibilities :crazy:

:lol: :bleh::nya:

[10bikekid]

I would only be a 3bikekid though....:no:


Good point,:yes: carry on, will ask for personal ban only :facepalm:

[10bikekid]

:lol: :bleh::nya:

Um hun, was just looking at another bike on trademe, what do you think ? :crazy:

[dino3310]

Um hun, was just looking at another bike on trademe, what do you think ? :crazy:

i just gotta look at parts on trademe and i get the hard word:nono:

[pete-blen]

just drove passed a Honda Dommie parked on springs Rd , ChCh
4 sale sign on it... $600..
All I could do not to stop....

[Eddieb]

just drove passed a Honda Dommie parked on springs Rd , ChCh
4 sale sign on it... $600..
All I could do not to stop....

Get in before Underground does, or stop and take some pics so others can see it.

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=634115136

I would like to vin her but need more information as to why it has been de-registered?
Hasn't been written off?
It should have a vin tag on her somewhere?
Anyone down south know about this bike at all? :)



Snaffled up this afternoon.....the seller didn't return calls or answer any questions...
Wasn't meant to be...

[10bikekid]

Snaffled up this afternoon.....the seller didn't return calls or answer any questions...
Wasn't meant to be...

You wallet lives for another day, :niceone:

Join me in the group brother, MBA, Motorcycle Buyers Anonymous

Hi my name is ----- I'm a recovering motorcycle fanatic and I haven't bought any bikes in over a year now :no::weep::wacko::brick::crazy::angry2::sweatdrop

[Night Falcon]

You wallet lives for another day, :niceone:

Join me in the group brother, MBA, Motorcycle Buyers Anonymous

Hi my name is ----- I'm a recovering motorcycle fanatic and I haven't bought any bikes in over a year now :no::weep::wacko::brick::crazy::angry2::sweatdrop

.....I fell off the wagon few months back :shutup:

[10bikekid]

.....I fell off the wagon few months back :shutup:
:spanking:


A major part of recovery is changing the company you keep, From now on I will have nothing more to do with you :oi-grr::msn-wink:

PS, go on then, tells us all about it :drool:

[fridayflash]

bloody bargain, im tempted to buy it myself for a trail/spare adv bike now that my son is showing an interest......

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-636743506.htm

[dino3310]

bloody bargain, im tempted to buy it myself for a trail/spare adv bike now that my son is showing an interest......

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-636743506.htm

mate if i could i would for the same reasons

[fridayflash]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=632851057

another cheapie that would suit my teenager, hmmmm...and the missus for that matter:brick:

[Eddieb]

Yeah I've just bought #5, A DR250XC Djebel for the other half, #4, a DR650 with lots of extra's with be up for sale soonish, and there's 3 young un's in the house that are dead keen on getting bikes, 2 of which are close to getting their licenses so something like a couple of DR200's/250's and a small bike to suit a 11 year old girl might be on the list soon.

Plus I have a sidecar that still needs bolting up to something.

[fridayflash]

its a serious affliction alrite eddie (good name that ;) ) as of the beginning of this year i had 7 bikes...the culling process is ongoing atm, hard to watch bikes gather dust whilst the bills stack up eh lol
how much was the djebel? do you know if they have the height adjustable shock like the 650? i owned a dr250r which i sold last year and that was handy to lower for mrs and son etc, although afaik the drz250 is single mount hole only

[Eddieb]

its a serious affliction alrite eddie (good name that ;) ) as of the beginning of this year i had 7 bikes...the culling process is ongoing atm, hard to watch bikes gather dust whilst the bills stack up eh lol
how much was the djebel? do you know if they have the height adjustable shock like the 650? i owned a dr250r which i sold last year and that was handy to lower for mrs and son etc, although afaik the drz250 is single mount hole only

I stole the Djebel for $2k.

They do have the height adjustment for the rear shock same as the 650, it was pretty much the deal maker for that one's use and it's been lowered.

[george formby]

I stole the Djebel for $2k.

They do have the height adjustment for the rear shock same as the 650, it was pretty much the deal maker for that one's use and it's been lowered.

Did'st tha get it from Whangarei? Had my eye on one there for awhile.

[fridayflash]

I stole the Djebel for $2k.

They do have the height adjustment for the rear shock same as the 650, it was pretty much the deal maker for that one's use and it's been lowered.

brilliant score, and ive gotta say the lowering abillity makes them a bloody versatile machine

[Oscar]

I'm thinking of downsizing the fleet (to five or six) and maybe selling the Pampera if anyone is interested afore it goes on Tard Me..

[george formby]

I'm thinking of downsizing the fleet (to five or six) and maybe selling the Pampera if anyone is interested afore it goes on Tard Me..

Oh please do tell me more. Pampera's have been on the watchlist for awhile, too. The ones I have seen all looked pretty battered & mucked about with.

[Oscar]

Oh please do tell me more. Pampera's have been on the watchlist for awhile, too. The ones I have seen all looked pretty battered & mucked about with.

Mine's not exactly mint, but not a dog, and it's not registered, but it goes well.

[dino3310]

would be a perfect assault weapon for the wires/thompsons etc... hint hint Mark:yes:

[fridayflash]

any chance of some pic/details/ price oscar?

[george formby]

any chance of some pic/details/ price oscar?

Yeah, come on Oscar, show us your goods. I can resist everything except temptation & I just called a mate who has two trailers & one tow bar.:banana:

[10bikekid]

would be a perfect assault weapon for the wires/thompsons etc... hint hint Mark:yes:

Nah, I'm reformed and not interested :confused::whistle::angry2::cold::sweatdrop:crybab y::sick::shutup::facepalm::shifty:

[george formby]

Don't know you from Adam but, Pfffffffffffffffffffffft.

[10bikekid]

Obviously not, 1 smiley for each bike :rolleyes:

[dino3310]

Nah, I'm reformed and not interested :confused::whistle::angry2::cold::sweatdrop:crybab y::sick::shutup::facepalm::shifty:

:lol: was meaning the other mark as he lives in close vicinity of said tracks.
i'll stick to user names from now on :blink: to save confusion.
but its good teasing you though, like hanging a carrot in front of a donkey :lol:

[Night Falcon]

Obviously not, 1 smiley for each bike :rolleyes:

unless we see pics of em there only smiley's :oi-grr:

[chasio]

Big tank DR with luggage (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-639087554.htm), etc. for $2400 in Cromwell. Few kms on it, but.

Edit: Bloody hell, listed yesterday and sold 3 hours after I spotted it.

[10bikekid]

unless we see pics of em there only smiley's :oi-grr:

Can I use that excuse to dodge rego and maintenance costs :wacko:

BTW if your thinking of stealing any of these:nono: I have a guard dog :msn-wink:
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[Night Falcon]

Can I use that excuse to dodge rego and maintenance costs :wacko:

BTW if your thinking of stealing any of these:nono: I have a guard dog :msn-wink:


wow that's some collection of bike mags on the shelf at the rear :eek:

[george formby]

:eek: That dog is terrifying! Should reinforce the cage.

[Oscar]

Can I use that excuse to dodge rego and maintenance costs :wacko:

BTW if your thinking of stealing any of these:nono: I have a guard dog :msn-wink:
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I've already got the only one worth stealing.

[10bikekid]

wow that's some collection of bike mags on the shelf at the rear :eek:

Sadly that's only about half of them, Started with my first bike mag in 1975 till present day (buy about 30 a year on average) :crazy:\
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:eek: That dog is terrifying! Should reinforce the cage.

Cage is for show and OSH only, pity any poor soul that might stumble in unbeknown's as that's the last they would see of their ankles:facepalm:, without a word of a lie it takes three people at vets to hold him and they have to wear full gauntlet leather cloves :devil2:

[10bikekid]

I've already got the only one worth stealing.

Orange ones are the fastest :bleh:

[george formby]

Cage is for show and OSH only, pity any poor soul that might stumble in unbeknown's as that's the last they would see of their ankles:facepalm:, without a word of a lie it takes three people at vets to hold him and they have to wear full gauntlet leather cloves :devil2:

Ha, I knows this. Cantankerous liddle buggers. I got a dog with a really bad rep & she never bats an eyelid at the vets. Being female she does not like the scales.,.
Nice garage BTW. More piccies.... Hmmmm?

[10bikekid]

Ha, I knows this. Cantankerous liddle buggers. I got a dog with a really bad rep & she never bats an eyelid at the vets. Being female she does not like the scales.,.
Nice garage BTW. More piccies.... Hmmmm?

Guard dogs have quite a responsibility
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[Oscar]

Guard dogs have quite a responsibility
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A Honda used as a guard dog.
Interesting. I knew they were dogs, but I had no idea that they scared off burglars.
Probably easier to make a sign - "Honda Owner: Nowt Worth Pinching Here"

[10bikekid]

:laugh: Please keep up Mr Green Eyed Monster :sick:

And you should know, you meet the nicest people on a Honda http://www.hondanews.com/channels/powersports-heritage/photos/honda-s-1963-you-meet-the-nicest-people-ad
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[george formby]

The pubic area of that Honda would instantly give me paws for thought, not too mention the single, apparently, spark plug on the neighbour.

Where's Chich in that photo, out pissing on Rotties?

[dino3310]

:laugh: Please keep up Mr Green Eyed Monster :sick:

>

you havent seen his shed have you :drool::laugh:

[Oscar]

you havent seen his shed have you :drool::laugh:

Forgive him, for he knows not what he doth....:Punk:

[10bikekid]

you havent seen his shed have you :drool::laugh:

I presume missing the true motorcycle nectar of a Honda though :shutup:

[Oscar]

I presume missing the true motorcycle nectar of a Honda though :shutup:

..........

http://oscar.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Pooey/i-XqJdV96/0/XL/pooey3-XL.jpg

[dino3310]

:clap::clap::clap::clap:

[10bikekid]

..........

http://oscar.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Pooey/i-XqJdV96/0/XL/pooey3-XL.jpg


:clap::clap::clap::clap::crazy::laugh:

What an uncanny resemblance, is that you Dino

[Oscar]

:crazy::laugh:

What an uncanny resemblance, is that you Dino

If you don't know who that is you should hang your head.

[10bikekid]

The pubic area of that Honda would instantly give me paws for thought, not too mention the single, apparently, spark plug on the neighbour.

Where's Chich in that photo, out pissing on Rotties?

Motorcycle pawn:gob: , there were 12 spark plugs in that pic :confused:, Killer had broken out and was terrorising the neighbourhood :rolleyes:
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[JATZ]

If you don't know who that is you should hang your head.
Where'd he get to ?
Last time I saw him he was being fired out of a muffler in Big river :D

[dino3310]

Where'd he get to ?
Last time I saw him he was being fired out of a muffler in Big river :D

must be time for another tour of duty, if you can pry him off the XR that is

[dino3310]

:crazy::laugh:

What an uncanny resemblance, is that you Dino

naa mate not me, thats a real adventurer:laugh:

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=644033843


worth a crack, punt I reckon? ready for a dirty weekend maybe?

[Eddieb]

It's not on Trade Me but I could sell you a road legal 520 EXC for $3500.

http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/forums/topic/for-sale-ktm-520-exc-vind-with-full-road-kit/

http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/KTM520EXC.jpg

[dino3310]

low priced 690 Katoom http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-645414126.htm

[fridayflash]

this beauty would bring back a few memories for you dino

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-642631165.htm

[dino3310]

this beauty would bring back a few memories for you dino

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-642631165.htm

i apologize for my next words but,......... FUCK ME..........
rear to catch em looking like that:drool:

[Box'a'bits]

i apologize for my next words but,......... FUCK ME..........
rear to catch em looking like that:drool:
Three stages in the pics attached to the link - when 1st purchased, when 1st restored, after being raced in (I assume) post classic or VMX. Pre restoration is quite a state.

[Waihou Thumper]

Put some TKC 80's on Kenda 784 on this and you got a good powerful ride for the metal and forestry trails...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=645508642

Quite keen on this, always liked the canary yellow.

[NordieBoy]

Where'd he get to ?
Last time I saw him he was being fired out of a muffler in Big river :D

Out of a Jardine no less...

[dino3310]

Put some TKC 80's on Kenda 784 on this and you got a good powerful ride for the metal and forestry trails...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=645508642

Quite keen on this, always liked the canary yellow.

ya wouldn't wana drop it as you would need a hiab to pig the bugga up:laugh:
good price, I wouldn't mind one for two up touring, but yeah shes a big heavy thing

[Padmei]

I know of a KTM 530 for sale if anyone is interested. PM me & i can pass on cell number.

[10bikekid]

Still say this thread is evil and should be banned

To many bikes not enough money :brick:

[10bikekid]

Put some TKC 80's on Kenda 784 on this and you got a good powerful ride for the metal and forestry trails...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=645508642

Quite keen on this, always liked the canary yellow.

Yer, be an awesome tourer and for this model probable reasonable Ks

Oops, forgot am boycotting this thread :whistle:

[dino3310]

Still say this thread is evil and should be banned

To many bikes not enough money :brick:

well hey if youve got to many bikes you can leave a couple in my shed, then you'll have room to get another couple:devil2:

[10bikekid]

well hey if youve got to many bikes you can leave a couple in my shed, then you'll have room to get another couple:devil2:

I was meaning the ones I don't have that you temptresses keep posting here :crybaby:

[dino3310]

kinda like a teenager taking a regular sneek peak at the porno channel

[10bikekid]

Your slipping a little Dino :rolleyes:

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[thepom]

I just bought the ktm 690 on trade me and flying up sat to ride it back to chch...will let you know if it's as good as it looks...seller sent me more pics and it looks excellent. ..will report when I get back...got it cheaper than advertised too...

[10bikekid]

I just bought the ktm 690 on trade me and flying up sat to ride it back to chch...will let you know if it's as good as it looks...seller sent me more pics and it looks excellent. ..will report when I get back...got it cheaper than advertised too...

Nice:niceone:, do let us know (Top speed would be interesting :banana:)

[dino3310]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=644033843


worth a crack, punt I reckon? ready for a dirty weekend maybe?

naa mate one of these would do the Biz

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-645964704.htm
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-644419316.htm

[thepom]

Bought the ktm 690 from a good guy in new plymouth....was as advertised and mint condition...rode back to welly and it handles like it was on rails....tons of power and easy to lift the front wheel......a friend of mine ...ahem....said he accelerated from 100 and just started to hit the red line at 150...very impressed so far but need a bigger tank range as reserve came on at 170kms....looking at a nomad 4ltr tank which straddles the backl of the bike.....cheaper option by far...

[10bikekid]

Got good news for you, you must have another gear in the gearbox as just checked gear calculator for 690 http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/160700-Comprehensive-Gearing-Calculator

Speed at 7500rpm in 5th gear 151kph, in 6th 171kph (owners on Internet are reporting top speed at between 170-180 so sounds right as motor should pull 8000rpm ok)

Win win :Punk:

[dino3310]

Got good news for you, you must have another gear in the gearbox as just checked gear calculator for 690 http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/160700-Comprehensive-Gearing-Calculator

Speed at 7500rpm in 5th gear 151kph, in 6th 171kph (owners on Internet are reporting top speed at between 170-180 so sounds right as motor should pull 8000rpm ok)

Win win :Punk:

yeah win win for mr plod

[Oscar]

yeah win win for mr plod

Yeah, Vege got pinched on one at a CCA.

He was stopped doing 138km/h just after the Belmont loop and when he told the cop he was relieved that he wasn't 40 over, the cop pointed out that he was in an 80km/h zone...

[dino3310]

Yeah, Vege got pinched on one at a CCA.

He was stopped doing 138km/h just after the Belmont loop and when he told the cop he was relieved that he wasn't 40 over, the cop pointed out that he was in an 80km/h zone...

Ouch....
so was that a loss of licence or court and huge friggen fine

[10bikekid]

Yeah, Vege got pinched on one at a CCA.

He was stopped doing 138km/h just after the Belmont loop and when he told the cop he was relieved that he wasn't 40 over, the cop pointed out that he was in an 80km/h zone...

Ouch:crazy:, not wanting to be a dooms day profit but not good, may mean some time on the bench and dirt bike riding with buddies only.

One of the downers of doing something as much fun as motorcycling :pinch:

[chasio]

This is far too smart to look at home in my garage: DR in Devo (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=648618510)

[ellipsis]

...I'm feeling really guilty about my XLV 750...it has been at the back of my shed for some time...it was rolled in there with a warrant and running well about five years back, then lots of shit happened...a new bike for the road, an escalated commitment of time to our club, amongst other things...I never pulled it out again...reg on hold etc...I moved some stuff recently and saw her again and realised that I am holding onto a neat machine that somebody else should be riding...since sitting the front brake has seized and it would need some TLC to get her back out on the trail//road...Im outside of Chch and if anyone was interested I would let them have it for a song...dollar a cc or something along those lines...

[Ocean1]

...I'm feeling really guilty about my XLV 750...it has been at the back of my shed for some time...it was rolled in there with a warrant and running well about five years back, then lots of shit happened...a new bike for the road, an escalated commitment of time to our club, amongst other things...I never pulled it out again...reg on hold etc...I moved some stuff recently and saw her again and realised that I am holding onto a neat machine that somebody else should be riding...since sitting the front brake has seized and it would need some TLC to get her back out on the trail//road...Im outside of Chch and if anyone was interested I would let them have it for a song...dollar a cc or something along those lines...

That's very tempting, even at this distance.

How standard is it? and what year?

[Waihou Thumper]

...I'm feeling really guilty about my XLV 750...it has been at the back of my shed for some time...it was rolled in there with a warrant and running well about five years back, then lots of shit happened...a new bike for the road, an escalated commitment of time to our club, amongst other things...I never pulled it out again...reg on hold etc...I moved some stuff recently and saw her again and realised that I am holding onto a neat machine that somebody else should be riding...since sitting the front brake has seized and it would need some TLC to get her back out on the trail//road...Im outside of Chch and if anyone was interested I would let them have it for a song...dollar a cc or something along those lines...


That's very tempting, even at this distance.

How standard is it? and what year?


Joining the queue :) Photos as well please. Tempted and I am miles away....
Looking for a hack bike...

[dino3310]

Joining the queue :) Photos as well please. Tempted and I am miles away....
Looking for a hack bike...

'hack bike'......:killingme:killingme
chuck some knobs on the BIG for a hack and use the Honda for a touring adv:laugh:

[ellipsis]

...Boys Light Up, for you dino3310...my band...no harp player now...too fukn noisy...

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...well I've had four people express interest and as I dont want a SBW type of dilemma going on in my head...'cos it would be every bit as bad as his dithering, I will PM the two who posted here and the two PM's i received with a photo and the lowdown on her...if someone is interested enough to want what is probably a very easy to get back on the road ADV bike, it's theirs...

[dino3310]

:headbang: makes me wanna go have a beer

[thepom]

I sold mine a couple of years ago at the wish of my girlfriend....then I left her and regretted selling my most favourite bike ever.....if you live in amberly on the right hand side coming from chch then might have seen it a while ago ....it was in your driveway and never i ve never seen it since but still look....I ll pm you...

[dino3310]

nice XT good price to http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-650525723.htm

[10bikekid]

Hope that XLV goes to the right guy :niceone:
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[10bikekid]

nice XT good price to http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-650525723.htm

Not bad, looks good with that tank

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-652386387.htm

Continentals on these and it would look bloody sexy :)
Remember riding with a bloke, we parked up, he put the sidestand down and the bike just crept down the road...
A great review can be found here

http://www.pashnit.com/bikes/BuellUlysses-II.htm

[ellipsis]

Hope that XLV goes to the right guy :niceone:
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...it has, thanks to all who expressed interest and let me know what was happening...

[ducatijim]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-652386387.htm

Continentals on these and it would look bloody sexy :)
Remember riding with a bloke, we parked up, he put the sidestand down and the bike just crept down the road...
A great review can be found here

http://www.pashnit.com/bikes/BuellUlysses-II.htm

Arh mate, now youre talking, mines bin near everywhere!!!!

[10bikekid]

Remember riding a demo one of these a few years ago, was a bit of alright but I was still horsepower crazy then :wacko:so it was lost on me.

Would dig one now though :yes:

[That looks like fun]

Bugger, his string broke :gob:

[10bikekid]

Bugger, his string broke :gob:

Twas a Rocky Horror Picture show :crazy:

[ducatijim]

Twas a Rocky Horror Picture show :crazy:

'Twas a bloody long walk!!

[cynna]

'Twas a bloody long walk!!

how did you fix that - does the swing arm need to come off like on a softtail?

[chasio]

$1 Reserve 2008 KLR650 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-653552213.htm) - stands at a touch over a grand so far.

[Peeteey]

:shit:

Hi folks, the time has come to sell my beautiful '99 DR350. I'm gonna put it on Tardme next week but thought I'd let you folks know in advance in case anyone here wants it first.

1999 Dirt model (kicker)
Good nick, well used but very reliable and lots of fun! :woohoo:

Comes with:

Stock tank and larger Ascerbis 15L tank (I think it's 15L).
Spare set of wheels so I can do a quick swap out from road tyres and gearing to dirt tyres, rimlocks and lower ratio gears.
Bunch of spare (used) tyres in varying states.
Box of stuff I've collected along the way.
Has rack on the back for mounting Top Box. Rack has very handy handles for enabling people to help you out of the mud!
Extra windscreen hand fashioned by Transalper himself :)
REG(on hold)/WOF, never had an issue ...

Probably some other stuff too that I've quite possibly forgotten ATM.

021-135-4343 if you're interested ...

Cheers!

[thepom]

So you bought the xt600 then?

[chasio]

Tidy looking Freewind with luggage and a few k's. (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=656042618)

[george formby]

:shit:

Hi folks, the time has come to sell my beautiful '99 DR350. I'm gonna put it on Tardme next week but thought I'd let you folks know in advance in case anyone here wants it first.

1999 Dirt model (kicker)
Good nick, well used but very reliable and lots of fun! :woohoo:

Comes with:

Stock tank and larger Ascerbis 15L tank (I think it's 15L).
Spare set of wheels so I can do a quick swap out from road tyres and gearing to dirt tyres, rimlocks and lower ratio gears.
Bunch of spare (used) tyres in varying states.
Box of stuff I've collected along the way.
Has rack on the back for mounting Top Box. Rack has very handy handles for enabling people to help you out of the mud!
Extra windscreen hand fashioned by Transalper himself :)
REG(on hold)/WOF, never had an issue ...

Probably some other stuff too that I've quite possibly forgotten ATM.

021-135-4343 if you're interested ...

Cheers!

Mileage, price indication, pics? PM if you wish..
I'm looking at all sorts at the mo, trials bikes, enduros, kids bikes but another good trailie in the shed will give me best bang for the buck. If it has a relatively low seat height the G/F might like it & I can have my DT back.

[young1]

1990 BMW R100GS Paris Dakar

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-658095553.htm

[MIXONE]

1990 BMW R100GS Paris Dakar

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-658095553.htm

I did heaps of miles on one of those 20 odd years ago,including two laps of the South Island in 10 days with my new bride on the back.
One of my all time favourite bikes.Perfect for NZ roads.

[10bikekid]

1990 BMW R100GS Paris Dakar

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-658095553.htm

Showing my age as quite like this, Even been thinking about buying one of those new watercooled GS's lately :facepalm:


I did heaps of miles on one of those 20 odd years ago,including two laps of the South Island in 10 days with my new bride on the back.
One of my all time favourite bikes.Perfect for NZ roads.

Something a bit fishy about your story, Did you not realise when you got back to Nelson that you'd done this before and if it was a Honeymoon most don't go anywhere for a least a week let alone ride the same 2000ks of road again :confused:

I'm sure you have a perfectly sensible answer to this mystery :corn:

[dino3310]

Something a bit fishy about your story, Did you not realise when you got back to Nelson that you'd done this before and if it was a Honeymoon most don't go anywhere for a least a week let alone ride the same 2000ks of road again :confused:

:corn:

sounds like the perfect wife, i could only dream of a honeymoon like that :clap:

[dino3310]

Tidy Tengai http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-658082832.htm

[fridayflash]

1990 BMW R100GS Paris Dakar

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-658095553.htm


thats a fricken cool machine..and in my neighborhood too, hmmmmm..i wonder if he'd trade a well worn dr650, my sons xbox and a couple of michael jackson cassettes for it ? :eek:

[10bikekid]

sounds like the perfect wife, i could only dream of a honeymoon like that :clap:

My question is, how can she cook if she's always on the back of the bike ? :shutup:

[10bikekid]

Tidy Tengai http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-658082832.htm

Not bad (minus the Japanese writing)

[MIXONE]

Showing my age as quite like this, Even been thinking about buying one of those new watercooled GS's lately :facepalm:



Something a bit fishy about your story, Did you not realise when you got back to Nelson that you'd done this before and if it was a Honeymoon most don't go anywhere for a least a week let alone ride the same 2000ks of road again :confused:

I'm sure you have a perfectly sensible answer to this mystery :corn:
First lap we set off from Mataura after a 5 hour tattoo sesh on my back.Was a quick trip basically riding 20 hours a day.:msn-wink:
.Second lap was out of Dunedin in the opposite direction travelling as many different roads as possible.





sounds like the perfect wife, i could only dream of a honeymoon like that :clap:
She still is 17 years later and it was.:cool:

[MIXONE]

My question is, how can she cook if she's always on the back of the bike ? :shutup:

Eatens cheaten...

[10bikekid]

I don't feel good about being the temptress :oi-grr:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-658064429.htm

[dino3310]

aint that bushybutts old one?

[10bikekid]

Seen it before, kays are bit high unless its had motor work though (some go to 200k but wouldn't want to risk) rebuilt ours at 77k, it was really only the countershaft bearing collapsing and taking some gears with it, (you guys probable did chain up to tite:shutup:) rest of motor was fine but did rings anyway

[dino3310]

, (you guys probable did chain up to tite:shutup:)

i Tightened according to the manual:rolleyes:

[dino3310]

flash beemer
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-661198799.htm

[Waihou Thumper]

flash beemer
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-661198799.htm

Bootiful! :gob: Says he has another one as well? Local too....

[10bikekid]

I'm not even going to look :oi-grr:

[Waihou Thumper]

I'm not even going to look :oi-grr:

Liar! you already have....:)
One of the sins....Temptation...:) or is that greed....haha

[Box'a'bits]

Hah. We'll lure you all to the pipe & slippers club yet...Pass me my bottle of Port. Cheers. :yes:

[10bikekid]

Liar! you already have....:)
One of the sins....Temptation...:) or is that greed....haha

Actually so far I haven't, but who know when I may fall, later :devil2:

[10bikekid]

Hah. We'll lure you all to the pipe & slippers club yet...Pass me my bottle of Port. Cheers. :yes:

60th birthday coming up in the next decade, reckon I'll give in soon :facepalm:

[dino3310]

nice tenere, but he sez he's firm on the price :lol: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-660080991.htm

but this i like http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-661836533.htm

[Waihou Thumper]

nice tenere, but he sez he's firm on the price :lol: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-660080991.htm

but this i like http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-661836533.htm

Fukkin ridiculous price! :finger: isn't it?.......

[dino3310]

you would have to really really really really really really really really really really really really really really really really want that 660 at that price, i would get the 750 though as i think with that donkey at that low a KMs would be worth it

[Box'a'bits]

I would get the 750 though as i think with that donkey at that low a KMs would be worth it
Swiss market bike. Don't they get a restricted / low H/P version?

[dino3310]

Swiss market bike. Don't they get a restricted / low H/P version?

:scratch: i guess that would mean some tinkering to mod and open up the engine a bit then, im starting to like this bike.

i would think if it was a restricted one then the PO's could have thrashed it without really thrashing it:wacko:

[Tazz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=660722891

[10bikekid]

:scratch: i guess that would mean some tinkering to mod and open up the engine a bit then, im starting to like this bike.

i would think if it was a restricted one then the PO's could have thrashed it without really thrashing it:wacko:

IMHO there are two issues with the 750, I gave one a good run several years ago and this is why I didn't buy

If you look at the pic you will notice how punny the front disc are, which means very weak front brakes (and they are known for that so it probably wasn't just the bike I rode)

Poor low down power (but good top end), Good top end IMO made bike dangerous consider front brake issue

Perhaps the one I rode was a dog but those things would need to be checked since 110mph+ potential without brakes is a scary thought.

[dino3310]

put a bash plate on this bugga and away ya go http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-663822537.htm

[Kiwi Graham]

Anyone know for a 1200 in Blue?

[Buddha#81]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=663605395&ed=true My XR650R finally on Trademe

[10bikekid]

put a bash plate on this bugga and away ya go http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-663822537.htm

She's a looker thats for sure

[10bikekid]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=663605395&ed=true My XR650R finally on Trademe

Nice,:niceone: would buy on the spot if I had money :(

[dino3310]

Nice,:niceone: would buy on the spot if I had money :(

not the only one mate:(

[dino3310]

there selling http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=659004718

[10bikekid]

there selling http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=659004718

Very popular, your one must be worth gold :crazy:

PS, will get one weeks relief from this onslaught:sweatdrop as am heading to Fiji on Thursday :Punk:

[Horney1]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-649704474.htm

[dino3310]

Very popular, your one must be worth gold :crazy:

PS, will get one weeks relief from this onslaught:sweatdrop as am heading to Fiji on Thursday :Punk:

i'll settle for what ever silver you got:yes:

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=663652177

I find the history wrong of course, BUT, the decals placed of ' ride the world' and Touratech are exactly like how I had them? Hmmm.....
The Kms are approx right also the guy who bought it off me suggested that is where he wanted to take it?
I wonder?

[dino3310]

carjam the plate for some history

[dino3310]

just did it myself, shes all what the dude sez it is.... Canadian import first Reg here last month...

im surprised you can remeber all of your bikes:bleh:

[Waihou Thumper]

im surprised you can remeber all of your bikes:bleh:

Hey Dino...............:finger:

[dino3310]

one very cool bike... http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-668129402.htm

[chasio]

Me likey. Not a DP bike but probably good on gravel with the right tyres - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-654142380.htm.

[dino3310]

Me likey. Not a DP bike but probably good on gravel with the right tyres - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-654142380.htm.

Motu uses his 650 on the gravel and from the stories ive heard he will out ride most.
cool looking bike with the knobblies

[dino3310]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-669390121.htm

some goodies on it

[fridayflash]

Me likey. Not a DP bike but probably good on gravel with the right tyres - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-654142380.htm.

i second that...very cool, and agree like you it'd be fine on gravel, even on road tyres i reckon

[chasio]

Motu uses his 650 on the gravel and from the stories ive heard he will out ride most.
cool looking bike with the knobblies

With chops like that you can ride what you like... He'd probably ride around me if he were on a postie bike. But seen pics of his 650 and it just looks spot on to me.

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-669390121.htm

some goodies on it

Nice bike, wonder what sort of range that tanker will get?
Remember you don't have to fill it up right?
It isn't a Safari, nor a IMS? Acerbis? maybe, 8-10 gallons?
Wonder what sort of price that will fetch?
Is it worth over $2000? :)

[dino3310]

Nice bike, wonder what sort of range that tanker will get?
Remember you don't have to fill it up right?
It isn't a Safari, nor a IMS? Acerbis? maybe, 8-10 gallons?
Wonder what sort of price that will fetch?
Is it worth over $2000? :)


i'd buy it, those old klrs go forever, the Tank, powerbomb o/s header with FMF zorst and rims you'd be looking at 2k replacement. love the single seat.

[Woodman]

Nice bike, wonder what sort of range that tanker will get?
Remember you don't have to fill it up right?
It isn't a Safari, nor a IMS? Acerbis? maybe, 8-10 gallons?
Wonder what sort of price that will fetch?
Is it worth over $2000? :)


Same tank as on mine. 500kms if you ride economically I reckon, but usually about 420ish.

[Waihou Thumper]

Same tank as on mine. 500kms if you ride economically I reckon, but usually about 420ish.

What brand of tank is it Mr Woodman? 28 litres?
I am heading over to look at it Thursday arvo.....He is West of Raglan.

[Waihou Thumper]

i'd buy it, those old klrs go forever, the Tank, powerbomb o/s header with FMF zorst and rims you'd be looking at 2k replacement. love the single seat.

Hard to price though, and I have had assurances that it will go the full distance on auction. No withdrawn auctions, not advertised anywhere else, an honest farmer :)

[Woodman]

What brand of tank is it Mr Woodman? 28 litres?


IMS, real common on KLRs. 26-28 litres depending on temperature, manufacture etc, no-one knows for sure. They are also a great radiator guard.

[dino3310]

What brand of tank is it Mr Woodman? 28 litres?
I am heading over to look at it Thursday arvo.....He is West of Raglan.

sound like a twilight adv ride to look at an adv ride:2thumbsup

[dino3310]

and we know it can take some abuse ... ive seen the photos:clap:

[Waihou Thumper]

Same tank as on mine. 500kms if you ride economically I reckon, but usually about 420ish.

IMS 6.6 gallons 25.9 litres.....OR if imperial gallons which it won't be of course, 30 litres....

[Scubbo]

looks alright?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-666554849.htm

[10bikekid]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-669390121.htm

some goodies on it

Best looking KLR I ever seen :cool:

120.000 ks hmm :(

Think Mark should buy it to match his Big :msn-wink:

[Eddieb]

Think Mark should buy it to match his Big :msn-wink:

He's currently leading the bidding.

[Waihou Thumper]

He's currently leading the bidding.

Hopefully I will get it. I have seen it in the flesh, ridden it too, it sounds bloody awesome!
Don't know what it is worth though...There are a few things to change but it is a great old beast and there are some NEW things, esp Carbie, complete wheels, rims, spokes. It is very dirty, but after some tlc in my camp it will look great alongside the aprilia and the DR...
There is loads of interest, but only one has visited thus far, oh and someones sister :)

It was funny, I arrived, nice bloke Craig showed me the bike. We couldn't start it, it was flooded and then the battery died. I got on the quad, he bumped it, then it stalled and we had to do the same again.
The fuel leak is not an issue, just some gland that has perished. I went for a blat down their long metal driveway, almost a km, then went around the metal roads for a bit of a blast.
It has impressive pick up and I suggest the new Carburetor down under and the FMF pipe gives it a few more ponies! :)

It will need a paint I think, shrouds, panels etc, thinking white :) or orange...haha....
The only thing holding up the sale will be my bidding ability? I sure am gonna stay home on the night of the auction and wait and see. I wish I knew what he paid for it a couple of years ago?

Found the original ad on Trade Me and the owners name

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=427729287

[10bikekid]

Hopefully I will get it. I have seen it in the flesh, ridden it too, it sounds bloody awesome!
Don't know what it is worth though...There are a few things to change but it is a great old beast and there are some NEW things, esp Carbie, complete wheels, rims, spokes. It is very dirty, but after some tlc in my camp it will look great alongside the aprilia and the DR...
There is loads of interest, but only one has visited thus far, oh and someones sister :)

It was funny, I arrived, nice bloke Craig showed me the bike. We couldn't start it, it was flooded and then the battery died. I got on the quad, he bumped it, then it stalled and we had to do the same again.
The fuel leak is not an issue, just some gland that has perished. I went for a blat down their long metal driveway, almost a km, then went around the metal roads for a bit of a blast.
It has impressive pick up and I suggest the new Carburetor down under and the FMF pipe gives it a few more ponies! :)

It will need a paint I think, shrouds, panels etc, thinking white :) or orange...haha....
The only thing holding up the sale will be my bidding ability? I sure am gonna stay home on the night of the auction and wait and see. I wish I knew what he paid for it a couple of years ago?

Found the original ad on Trade Me and the owners name

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=427729287

Interesting.

This is the feedback someone gave ??

ulko8 (100 ) 29/12/12
warrenmh was the seller
(#539214405)

he was misrepresenting his bike.Advertised as ;running very well,could do with a little cosmetic makeover;I found it to be dangerously faulty.The bottom of tank was brazed slightly leaking,the frame had cracks,engine mounts where loose,the chain damaged ,the gearlever welded on,steering bearing broken the list goes on.my fault for not looking before .when I suggested to him a part refund he didnot show any goodwill.
That is not fair.Make sure you have a good look at what you are buying here.
trader responded: 20/6/13

$1 reserve..rode the bike before taking..gave him heaps of free parts and $200 back..muppet

Still if its going ok regardless of Ks and you get for around $2500 would be cool, would even have a ride on it for you :banana:

[Waihou Thumper]

Interesting.

This is the feedback someone gave ??

ulko8 (100 ) 29/12/12
warrenmh was the seller
(#539214405)

he was misrepresenting his bike.Advertised as ;running very well,could do with a little cosmetic makeover;I found it to be dangerously faulty.The bottom of tank was brazed slightly leaking,the frame had cracks,engine mounts where loose,the chain damaged ,the gearlever welded on,steering bearing broken the list goes on.my fault for not looking before .when I suggested to him a part refund he didnot show any goodwill.
That is not fair.Make sure you have a good look at what you are buying here.
trader responded: 20/6/13

$1 reserve..rode the bike before taking..gave him heaps of free parts and $200 back..muppet

Still if its going ok regardless of Ks and you get for around $2500 would be cool, would even have a ride on it for you :banana:

Yes, saw that, so your point is? WTF does that have to do with a bike I have just ridden and seen? AND the new owner is very pleased with said bike....Just hasn't had the time to ride it!
We all have some feedback, he said she said, right?
AND the muppet bought it sight unseen, so totally different story!

Well, I got this reply from warren....

hi mark... list as follows ...new rims powdercoated and rebuilt with s/s spokes , frame blasted and painted, new handle bars and bark busters, new 7 gallon tank, new single seat , new full fmf s/s exhaust, new foot pegs, discs, reg/rec/cdi/ dohickey , caliper guards, highway pegs ,bash plate.front and rear sprockets, new rear shock, new carb, progressive springs, grips and switch block,led indicators,front guard, as well as other stuff replaced cam chain engine comp test was perfect.....When i sold it i was about to do the trans america trail solo i left nothing to chance this bike was the best dirt/dual purpose in mjy opinion thats why i built it.....good luck mark hope this helps regards waren

And no, you ain't ever gonna ride it! Thanks for your valuable input.....:argh:

[dino3310]

hope you get mate that DRBIG is to nice for mud and guts ADV work:2thumbsup

[10bikekid]

Yes, saw that, so your point is? WTF does that have to do with a bike I have just ridden and seen? AND the new owner is very pleased with said bike....Just hasn't had the time to ride it!
We all have some feedback, he said she said, right?
AND the muppet bought it sight unseen, so totally different story!

Well, I got this reply from warren....

hi mark... list as follows ...new rims powdercoated and rebuilt with s/s spokes , frame blasted and painted, new handle bars and bark busters, new 7 gallon tank, new single seat , new full fmf s/s exhaust, new foot pegs, discs, reg/rec/cdi/ dohickey , caliper guards, highway pegs ,bash plate.front and rear sprockets, new rear shock, new carb, progressive springs, grips and switch block,led indicators,front guard, as well as other stuff replaced cam chain engine comp test was perfect.....When i sold it i was about to do the trans america trail solo i left nothing to chance this bike was the best dirt/dual purpose in mjy opinion thats why i built it.....good luck mark hope this helps regards waren

And no, you ain't ever gonna ride it! Thanks for your valuable input.....:argh:

I can see you want this bike, I just think you need to psychologically prepare for some possible major engine work with ks that high

No offence meant just trying to look out for a fellow adv rider. (remember our DR sucked $2500 into the engine after I got it at 73.000ks:shit:)

If you want some auction hints our family is a bit of a gun at that (won 100s of auction) and can PM you

Mark :drinknsin

[Waihou Thumper]

If you want some auction hints our family is a bit of a gun at that (won 100s of auction) and can PM you

Mark :drinknsin

Thanks, I thought you just kept bidding till it says sold....Can't be too difficult...:)

[Waihou Thumper]

I just think you need to psychologically prepare for some possible major engine work with ks that high


Yep, maybe, maybe not....Life is a lottery right....
I could buy a brand new KTM 990 and have the fuel pump f...k up...too.
Oh wait, that has happened to a number of bikes...:)

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=388908

[Tazz]

marie89 never buys anything that isn't dirt cheap, don't know about the other guy but if no one else has really looked that's a good sign. Good luck with the auction, I'm sure it will be in your garage soon enough =)


Thanks, I thought you just kept bidding till it says sold....Can't be too difficult...:)


Yeah looks like you're pretty new to trademe, only 10 years like =P

[CrazyFrog]

Interesting.

This is the feedback someone gave ??

ulko8 (100 ) 29/12/12
warrenmh was the seller
(#539214405)

he was misrepresenting his bike.Advertised as ;running very well,could do with a little cosmetic makeover;I found it to be dangerously faulty.The bottom of tank was brazed slightly leaking,the frame had cracks,engine mounts where loose,the chain damaged ,the gearlever welded on,steering bearing broken the list goes on.my fault for not looking before .when I suggested to him a part refund he didnot show any goodwill.
That is not fair.Make sure you have a good look at what you are buying here.
trader responded: 20/6/13

$1 reserve..rode the bike before taking..gave him heaps of free parts and $200 back..muppet

Still if its going ok regardless of Ks and you get for around $2500 would be cool, would even have a ride on it for you :banana:

Well spotted feedback, BUT, that was feedback for a 1991 250 Dominator which needed tidying up, not from the buyer of the KLR.
Pays to check these things out tho. :2thumbsup

Hope the auction goes well Mark, that KLR could be a keeper

[Waihou Thumper]

Well spotted feedback, BUT, that was feedback for a 1991 250 Dominator which needed tidying up, not from the buyer of the KLR.
Pays to check these things out tho. :2thumbsup

Hope the auction goes well Mark, that KLR could be a keeper

Yes, thanks mate. I saw the feedback too, that didn't make one bit of difference, as you stated, different bike entirely. I am already nearly tapped out....:(
Some bugger down in Dunedin has taken a fancy to it! Grrrr......:mad:

[10bikekid]

The only thing holding up the sale will be my bidding ability?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=427729287




If you want some auction hints our family is a bit of a gun at that (won 100s of auction) and can PM you

Mark :drinknsin


Thanks, I thought you just kept bidding till it says sold....Can't be too difficult...:)


Not sure what bought on the change of heart but you did say :facepalm:

And in regard to auctions we have found its best not to keep bidding (but if we share all the secrets then everyone will know):shutup:

[10bikekid]

Yes, thanks mate. I saw the feedback too, that didn't make one bit of difference, as you stated, different bike entirely. I am already nearly tapped out....:(
Some bugger down in Dunedin has taken a fancy to it! Grrrr......:mad:
[/I]

In all honesty I think you may have dodged a bullet there as ridden hard for long I think it would have blown

And I know first hand how disappointing and annoying that can be :(

At $2500 http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-669390121.htm that might have been bearable but any more and your wallet would be crying and wouldn't wish that on ya :no:

[bart]

In all honesty I think you may have dodged a bullet there as ridden hard for long I think it would have blown

And I know first hand how disappointing and annoying that can be :(

At $2500 http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-669390121.htm that might have been bearable but any more and your wallet would be crying and wouldn't wish that on ya :no:

If you take the emotion out of it, and see the bike for what it really is, a 26 year old single with 120k on it, I wouldn’t pay more than 1500 for it.

But hey...that’s just me...:shutup:

[Waihou Thumper]

If you take the emotion out of it, and see the bike for what it really is, a 26 year old single with 120k on it


And that my Kiwibiker friends is a wrap! :corn:
The SR43B (sounds better, kinda like the Blackbird stealth plane) :) has a warrant and Reg now, the aprilia (with a small a) is running smoothly and is fully legal as well. SO, who needs another bike Huh?
What was I thinking!!
Christmas coming and all that, I need some cash for a riding over the break, so make do....will ya! :done:

[Woodman]

If you take the emotion out of it, and see the bike for what it really is, a 26 year old single with 120k on it, I wouldn’t pay more than 1500 for it.

But hey...that’s just me...:shutup:

2.5k is not far off what I reckon mine is worth and its got a shitload more goodies than that one and has done less than half the mileage.

[10bikekid]

And that my Kiwibiker friends is a wrap! :corn:
The SR43B (sounds better, kinda like the Blackbird stealth plane) :) has a warrant and Reg now, the aprilia (with a small a) is running smoothly and is fully legal as well. SO, who needs another bike Huh?
What was I thinking!!
Christmas coming and all that, I need some cash for a riding over the break, so make do....will ya! :done:

Amen, I do believe you have seen the light :sunny:

PS, Agreed, your DRBig is way cooler :Punk:

[10bikekid]

If you take the emotion out of it, and see the bike for what it really is, a 26 year old single with 120k on it, I wouldn’t pay more than 1500 for it.

But hey...that’s just me...:shutup:

I might have gone to 2k but I'm a sucker for a good looking bike :wacko:

[Waihou Thumper]

I might have gone to 2k but I'm a sucker for a good looking bike :wacko:

This is a good looking bike and the one the WAS parked in the garage next to it is when I took a look this afternoon....:)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=671679143

[10bikekid]

This is a good looking bike and the one the WAS parked in the garage next to it is when I took a look this afternoon....:)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=671679143

Choice, You could put that in my garage any day :yes:

Where's that dang money tree :brick: