Adventure bikes on Trade Me

[Waihou Thumper]

Well, outbid! Went for close to $10,000! It was very nice, clean and looked new. Took it for a ride and was impressed.
When I got home finally, there was an auto bid in place...I took it to $9950 then gave in.


A new Husqvarna Terra owner on Kiwibiker....
Welcome and let's see it out there....DIRTY!! :2thumbsup

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-833974343.htm Nice....


308380

[10bikekid]

Wow that is (dang money tree on strike again)

Mark did I see you heading North over the Harbour Bridge Sunday about 1:30 ish (was heading home from after Church lunch)

[10bikekid]

His wife bought it for him for xmas & he didn't want to hurt her feelings.


He really wanted the KLR

Understandable :msn-wink:
<a href="http://s603.photobucket.com/user/800rider/media/040_zpsf5a49ef2.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/040_zpsf5a49ef2.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo 040_zpsf5a49ef2.jpg"/></a>

[Scubbo]

new KLR looks great, like what you've done with it too

[awa355]

Does anyone know of this bike?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-840124495.htm

Seems like a major engine overhaul considering the ks'. (possibly 2nd time around?).

I'm looking at various options for my next bike. A 600 may be a tad tall for me but keeping my options open. Ideally I would like a lightweight that will run at 100kph. Looked at everything from a DR200 to the 650's. Sussing bikes is as much fun as actually buying :msn-wink:

[fridayflash]

i wondered why it had been rebuilt at that mileage too..gotta have done much more surely. what do you think of those honda ftr225? ive ridden one
neat little bike, bit expensive though

[Waihou Thumper]

i wondered why it had been rebuilt at that mileage too..gotta have done much more surely. what do you think of those honda ftr225? ive ridden one
neat little bike, bit expensive though


Just ask maybe guys? Hmm?
Don't wonder, guess, suspect.......Perhaps find out?

[Waihou Thumper]

Seems like a major engine overhaul considering the ks'. (possibly 2nd time around?).



Do not rely on this rumour machine. Phone the bloke and ask questions and find out for yourself?
Otherwise, all it is gonna do here is create suspicion...
Why are we always suspicious when there is a bike, albeit older with low mileage? and a rebuild?
There may be a legitimate reason for the work?

[awa355]

I've asked the seller that question. Not questioning his integrity at all. It is most likely second time around.

[Waihou Thumper]

I've asked the seller that question. Not questioning his integrity at all. It is most likely second time around.


Why? What reason do you have to form this opinion?

[10bikekid]

new KLR looks great, like what you've done with it too

Thanks for that, I'm impressed so far with the new edition version, and the Americans provide nearly as many add on as you can get for a Harley :eek:

[10bikekid]

Why? What reason do you have to form this opinion?

was that you I saw on that sexy BMW last sunday ?

[Waihou Thumper]

was that you I saw on that sexy BMW last sunday ?

Stop looking in my bedroom window! You pervert....
Her name was Ingrid! :)

[10bikekid]

Stop looking in my bedroom window! You pervert....
Her name was Ingrid! :)


so did you enjoy the ride then

[ducatijim]

Here you go, will post up pix soon.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-844347817.htm

[bart]

Here you go, will post up pix soon.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-844347817.htm

Nice. Does it come with a chain?

[Night Falcon]

Nice. Does it come with a chain?

good spotting Bart...that photographers eagle eye of yours is still pretty sharp :blink:

[ducatijim]

Nice. Does it come with a chain?

No, that will be extra buddy.

[bart]

No, that will be extra buddy.

You might want to screw in the oil filler cap before you loose that too. ;)

[bart]

good spotting Bart...that photographers eagle eye of yours is still pretty sharp :blink:

I’m getting a bit out of touch lately. I’ve had about as much riding as you over the last 3 months. We’ll have to go for a ride once you’re sorted.

[Team Buffoon]

She is up on Trademe guys if anyone is interested in one of the last airheads.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=850767335

[Ender EnZed]

Looking pretty good for 161000km.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-851753202.htm

[Eddieb]

I just bought one with 125,000 km on it for a little less that that, it runs sweet.

http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/forums/topic/suzuki-vwee-strom-dl650-2004-2010/

[XF650]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=856659502

[Night Falcon]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=856659502

low pipes look mean azz - maybe not the bike for SI river crossings but a cool bike all the same :banana:

[Oscar]

He seems to have become a little more realistic about the price, in the last go around he was talking 7k!
IIRC the last 640Adv sold on TM was asking about that.

It's a US only model.
Sure it is a rare model, but most of it's rarity comes from the bodge-up that KTM created to fit the US market an Edelbrock Quicksilver carburetor (!) and supertrapps to meet USFS approval.

More info:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111682

[Steelie]

Getting no use lately. Has served me well

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-859476710.htm

[Tazz]

Getting no use lately. Has served me well

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-859476710.htm

coooorrrrr, that's a sweet car man.


http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/370124490.jpg

<iframe width="420" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/VMnjF1O4eH0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

[mulletman]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=859232963

Thinking about this as a commuter (Rolly to Hornby), anyone owned one of these ? good/bad or otherwise, what are the things to look out for if any ? Im guessing steering head/swing arm bearings etc may need replacing.

Cheers Mulletman

[flashg]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=859232963



Thinking about this as a commuter (Rolly to Hornby), anyone owned one of these ? good/bad or otherwise, what are the things to look out for if any ? Im guessing steering head/swing arm bearings etc may need replacing.



Cheers Mulletman


Back in those days 250 trail bikes struggled a bit on the open road @ 100kph. A test ride @100kph would be a must i think.

[mulletman]

Back in those days 250 trail bikes struggled a bit on the open road @ 100kph. A test ride @100kph would be a must i think.

Had a couple of XL 250s (sb?) when i first started riding and they managed 100kph ok...mind you im not that same weight now :laugh:

[Ocean1]

Had a couple of XL 250s (sb?) when i first started riding and they managed 100kph ok...mind you im not that same weight now :laugh:

They managed more than that too.

But he's right, not long after that the out-sourced, (to China) manufacture started neutering them, a HP/revs trade off for reliability in the face of lower quality I guess. A mates 70's TS185, for example would slaughter a 90's TS250.

[dori]

I need some advice lads. I'm looking at buying this BMW Dakar f650 on trademe - http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=864404064

Seems to me like alright value for money, as long as it's ok with those kind of kms on it. I've heard they are good for high kms, would this be a good bike?

I'm looking to do mostly weekends away with a tent and a camera, some offroad but not alot.

Cheers
Adam

[Scubbo]

who's DR BIG is this? - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-866205931.htm

what a beast

[JimmyC]

I need some advice lads. I'm looking at buying this BMW Dakar f650 on trademe - http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=864404064

Seems to me like alright value for money, as long as it's ok with those kind of kms on it. I've heard they are good for high kms, would this be a good bike?

I'm looking to do mostly weekends away with a tent and a camera, some offroad but not alot.

Cheers
Adam

Looks in very good nick for age and milage. If there's a service history with Mount Motorcycles I'd have no issues with it, if not they should be able to give you a solid opinion on its condition. Either way they'd look after you so I don't think you can go too wrong with that one.

[Scubbo]

don't all bmw f650s have the impeller/oil-water seal problem, ovalizing of the impeller mount in the casing, as the otherside impeller mount is just the water/oil rubber seal supporting a long impeller shaft ~_~ COULD be mistaken though --- but what i've read, it's typical at high km's for the engine... (I was keen on them until I found out the problems and cost of servicing)

there you go: (http://www.f650gs.crossroadz.com.au/WPumpRepair.html)

[Waihou Thumper]

don't all bmw f650s have the impeller/oil-water seal problem, ovalizing of the impeller mount in the casing, as the otherside impeller mount is just the water/oil rubber seal supporting a long impeller shaft ~_~ COULD be mistaken though --- but what i've read, it's typical at high km's for the engine... (I was keen on them until I found out the problems and cost of servicing)

there you go: (http://www.f650gs.crossroadz.com.au/WPumpRepair.html)


Surely if we take notice of ALL and sundry with forums we'd never ride or buy bikes! There are always experts out there and more time to remove, take apart and re-install and document things just because they are buried in 12 feet of snow and want to share mindless information that would lead to anxiety, panic and discord in the riding fraternity...:)
I do take notice but maybe at the end of the day, I decide and if it is a lemon, Hell, I will just paint it yellow and look sour all of the time because maybe I should'a listened...:msn-wink:
Just maybe...

[veny]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=867601823

Looks good.

Especially if you've just sold your DR :)

[dino3310]

who's DR BIG is this? - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-866205931.htm

what a beast

Waihou thumpers

[Waihou Thumper]

Waihou thumpers

Yep, bought it back only after a couple of months....
Urgent sale, so it was an offer he couldn't refuse.....:)

[dino3310]

Wish I could have that, would be the ideal 2nd bike

[mattsdakar]

mmmm I want, how do I slip this bike in the garage without the wife noticing?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-865400677.htm

Think seller is being a bit optimistic asking for offers over $10500 given bike has done 56000 km with u/k service history

[Waihou Thumper]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=869094739

Hi.
I have a set of wheels complete 21 inch front and 18 inch rear complete with rotors, cush rubbers and hubs etc. Diameter 26 mm front and 20 mm rear spindles approx.

90/90/21 and a 140/80/18 road legal DOT ADV tyres on the wheels, so all good to go.

Tyres are in very good condition and the condition of the wheels are excellent to very good. The bearing on the rear wheel is a tad gritty, will require a change is all.

Just looking at cleaning out the garage.
These came off a KTM LC4 I believe but will fit Husabergs, Husqvarna, KTM, Beta and a multitude of other adventure bikes/motocross bikes...

Perfect for someone wanting a spare set of wheels to perhaps change over from Moto or street wheels.

Reasonable offers accepted and will freight if the buyer takes care of this.
Can pick up from Te Aroha or Morrinsville with prior arrangements.

Make an offer, got to go, having to clean out and lighten the load...

310490310491310492310493

[Waihou Thumper]

mmmm I want, how do I slip this bike in the garage without the wife noticing?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-865400677.htm

Think seller is being a bit optimistic asking for offers over $10500 given bike has done 56000 km with u/k service history



Maybe worth $9000, the UK service history is a bonus in my mind, closer to KTM and recalls etc would be done religiously.
56, 000 Km is a lot in New Zealand but we forget that motors do actually go over 100,000 Km and more with good effect!
I know of a LC8 that is still going strong with over 170,000 Km on the clock and is bloody tight as...:)

[NordieBoy]

56, 000 Km is a lot in New Zealand but we forget that motors do actually go over 100,000 Km and more with good effect!
I know of a LC8 that is still going strong with over 170,000 Km on the clock and is bloody tight as...:)I know of a DR650 donk with 110,000km on the clock and still going strong.

[Eddieb]

Well I haven't had her long but the Vee Strom is up for sale as I need to liquidate some cash to take up another opportunity (Not another bike).

2004 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom
Reg till 29/10/2015
WOF till 10/12/2015
122360 km.
New Steering head bearings 400km ago
Givi touring screen plus stock screen
Scottoiler
Factory toolkit
Center stand
12 volt outlet to the left of the gauges
Givi Maxia top box. Apparently you can fit 2 helmets in the topbox though I haven't tried.
Crashbars
Bash plate
Bags connection tank bag made specifically to fit the V-strom. The bag uses a solid mount that screws onto the top of the petrol cap, it can be removed in seconds to gas up.
Rear tyre has lots of life left, front tyre is pretty low.

This bike is NOT an ex-rental, as such it is in excellent condition for a bike of less than half the mileage. The 1st owner was a Ulysses Club member who did 115,000km's on it in 11 years. 2nd owner was a Lithuanian tourist who did 7,000km on it, then me who's done about 500km.

$4350 or $4450 including the recently purchased <a href="http://www.adventuretech.biz/footpeg-and-control-lowering-kit.html" target="_blank">Adventuretech footpeg lowering kit</a>.

<img src="http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/363200746.jpg" alt="" />

[mattsdakar]

Maybe worth $9000, the UK service history is a bonus in my mind, closer to KTM and recalls etc would be done religiously.
56, 000 Km is a lot in New Zealand but we forget that motors do actually go over 100,000 Km and more with good effect!
I know of a LC8 that is still going strong with over 170,000 Km on the clock and is bloody tight as...:)


I meant unknown service history as opposed to United Kingdom :-) , and I thought mileage is reasonably high for a high performance enduro as opposed to a DR650 tractor or (V strom which I consider a road bike)

[SE950]

high performance they are, cant imagine it has been ridden that hard as you get there pretty quick and you are still in 4th gear on dirt roads. two moto kiwis are ridding in south America two up just clocked 90000 ks

[Oscar]

Shorter wider seat for 950/990

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=879705190&ed=true

http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/379037414.jpg

[R650R]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-878018644.htm

[mattsdakar]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-878018644.htm

It always makes me a bit skeptical when I read "selling on behalf of a friend" without any explanation!

[k14]

Great looking DRZ400E http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=885856626 ;)

[Oscar]

I know where there's an 89 R100GS if anyone's looking.
Not pristine (repainted black), but very servicable 160km on the clock.

[Tazz]

http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/383885209.jpg

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-890425638.htm

[Night Falcon]

Sad way for an old workhorse to end

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-894491439.htm

[NordieBoy]

God knows Woodman tried to do that to it. Never succeeded though.

[Night Falcon]

Worth a look for the asking price

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-896335396.htm

[timg]

My awesome KTM 625SXC 'Adventure' is for sale here: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913123214&ed=true
and a spare set of rims and tyres for it here: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=912996316
and a set of approx ½ worn TKC80's: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913003972
Cheers.

[Night Falcon]

My awesome KTM 625SXC 'Adventure' is for sale here: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913123214&ed=true
and a spare set of rims and tyres for it here: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=912996316
and a set of approx ½ worn TKC80's: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913003972
Cheers.

Awesome bike 4 someone, good luck with the sale!

[RMOTO]

Edit: Oops wrong thread (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/31920-Tyre-choice-for-adventure-riding-%28Mixing-road-and-off-road%29?p=1130880991#post1130880991)

[Night Falcon]

These don't come up very often and the 2011's are the one you want http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=913595045 (2011 EXC530)

[10bikekid]

This is an Evil thread :weep:and I'm taking it off my favorites (if I can work out how <_<)

[neels]

So....now that I've sold my DRZ...

Aprilia Pegaso....thoughts?

[Ocean1]

So....now that I've sold my DRZ...

Aprilia Pegaso....thoughts?

Gutless. Thirsty. And, unfortunately hard to kill.

Yours might be different...

[10bikekid]

Neels, KLR650 and no I'm not selling mine

http://www.autobase.co.nz/motorbikes-for-sale/Kawasaki/KLR650/Motorbike---Dual-Purpose/1662123.htm

<a href="http://s603.photobucket.com/user/800rider/media/047_zps88a866e9.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/047_zps88a866e9.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo 047_zps88a866e9.jpg"/></a>

[neels]

Gutless. Thirsty. And, unfortunately hard to kill.

Yours might be different...

I don't have one yet, just considering options. Given that I have a nissan terrano and ducati st2 I'm used to gutless and thirsty, I do like the sound of hard to kill though.....


Neels, KLR650 and no I'm not selling mine

This is where specs are fun, seemingly less hp and heavier than the aprilia.

So what's the achilles heel of the KLR? DR650's do 3rd gear, XT600's do 5th gear, hondas are gay....

[10bikekid]

I don't have one yet, just considering options. Given that I have a nissan terrano and ducati st2 I'm used to gutless and thirsty, I do like the sound of hard to kill though.....



This is where specs are fun, seemingly less hp and heavier than the aprilia.

So what's the achilles heel of the KLR? DR650's do 3rd gear, XT600's do 6th gear, hondas are gay....

Shamefully my addiction requires that I have several bikes (have owned over 70 in total)

IMHO this is one of the better one's, It just sits in a nice place, very good on the road, not too heavy to be ok off road, and cheap to buy and run, lot of bits to buy on the internet, and I tend to ride it about 10kph slower than the Orange twin (well most of the time)

Minus's, people don't give them much cred and not the pose value of say a KTM (which make it more fun if you pass one :msn-wink:) you can still loose your licence on it as have seen 155kph on the gps on its best day

Choice bike me thinks
<a href="http://s603.photobucket.com/user/800rider/media/063_zps6f94fd16.jpg.html" target="_blank"><img src="http://i603.photobucket.com/albums/tt119/800rider/063_zps6f94fd16.jpg" border="0" alt=" photo 063_zps6f94fd16.jpg"/></a>

[neels]

Sadly my only experience of kwakas has been clunky overweight shitters that leaked all over my garage floor, so have a philosophical dislike of the entire species.

Might have to find some bikes to ride for comparison purposes

[flashg]

I don't have one yet, just considering options. Given that I have a nissan terrano and ducati st2 I'm used to gutless and thirsty, I do like the sound of hard to kill though.....



This is where specs are fun, seemingly less hp and heavier than the aprilia.

So what's the achilles heel of the KLR? DR650's do 3rd gear, XT600's do 5th gear, hondas are gay....


I've been told the pegasso used a rotax engine and then an xt 660 engine and they are bullet proof. I have a 2011 xt660z tenere, its not gutless or thirsty but is heavy @209kg wet. Anyway if the pegaso has the yamaha engine it would be worth a look. My speedo said 183 kph and i thought yeah right

[Tazz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-929853031.htm


http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/402392249.jpg

[Eddieb]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-929853031.htm


http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/402392249.jpg

I don't think their very easy to get farkles for though.

[Tazz]

I don't think their very easy to get farkles for though.

Because they're already so awesome? :laugh:

I had a quick squiz after I linked it and you're right, they're not the most popular choice.
Still, the advantage to that is it will go cheap :D

[Eddieb]

Because they're already so awesome? :laugh:

I had a quick squiz after I linked it and you're right, they're not the most popular choice.
Still, the advantage to that is it will go cheap :D

Yep, biggest issue I think would be the small tank, most of the rest could probably be dealt with with a bit of kiwi ingenuity and pillaging of other models.

[Tazz]

Yep, biggest issue I think would be the small tank, most of the rest could probably be dealt with with a bit of kiwi ingenuity and pillaging of other models.

http://justgastanks.com/index.php?cPath=4_42_191 ;)

There are 30L tanks floating around too.

Just the rack and seat shizzle wouldn't be off the shelf for sure, but as you say, you can get around that.

I can in no way afford it, but for some reason I checked all that out after I spotted it.

[george formby]

Ain't they just a standard TTR finished in Italy with better suspenders, brakes and pipe? Bit like an "R" version of the standard bike.

[Woodman]

No electric leg = bad.

[Ender EnZed]

No electric leg = bad.

Saves money on gym membership.

[Tazz]

No electric leg = bad.


Saves money on gym membership.


http://oi60.tinypic.com/fnscog.jpg

[Night Falcon]

Owner lists this at $3K with realistic reserve which we now know is $8,900. (unless he's changed it?) Bit of a stretch for a bike with no leckyleg and requires a learning curve to kick over properly. If ya get it wrong ya leg looks like that blokes above, great for a BRP enthusiast though.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=930530649

[bart]

Owner lists this at $3K with realistic reserve which we now know is $8,900. (unless he's changed it?) Bit of a stretch for a bike with no leckyleg and requires a learning curve to kick over properly. If ya get it wrong ya leg looks like that blokes above, great for a BRP enthusiast though.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=930530649

Nice, but can't get past the fact it's 15 year old, registered as a farm bike, the owner's out of the country. Oh, and a new trader with no history.

Might be legit but I'd be cautious.

[Muzz67]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-940997875.htm
Been a real good ride,, but probably a bit too 'roadie' for me.

[bart]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-940997875.htm
Been a real good ride,, but probably a bit too 'roadie' for me.

”Easy 100kph cruise and still go slow enough for adventure riding.”

Haha. I find that amusing...

[Tazz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=936166033


http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/404029577.jpg

Little rough around the edges but doesn't seem too unreasonable, and probably a bit of movement in the price yet.

Factory tail units on those things are fair farkin massive though! That shit must weight a ton.

[Tazz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-938842299.htm


http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/405993810.jpg

[Scubbo]

thats one mega farkled drz...

[bart]

thats one mega farkled drz...

Over 10k worth of extras :shit:

Good buying if you really really really love DRZ400's, and when this one blows up, you buy another one and transfer all the good stuff over.

[gwynfryn]

Over 10k worth of extras :shit:

Good buying if you really really really love DRZ400's, and when this one blows up, you buy another one and transfer all the good stuff over.

Closer to 8.5k of extras.
I'd want that add kept from my wife!

[JimmyC]

Factory tail units on those things are fair farkin massive though! That shit must weight a ton.

They are big, yes. Whenever I was too tired to swing my leg over :crazy: I'd end up kicking mine regularly. In my defence it is an 890cm seat height on the WR... But they weigh SFA, just plastic with two thin (bendable!) aluminium stays holding it all in place which attach to the frame. The license plate is likely the heaviest bit.

[Tazz]

Almost, but not quite, worth buying that DRZ just for the upgrades to swap to a newer one. Really love those Lynx fairings. Not enough to pay that much though. Could get another bike to roar around on for $800-900! :laugh:


They are big, yes. Whenever I was too tired to swing my leg over :crazy: I'd end up kicking mine regularly. In my defence it is an 890cm seat height on the WR... But they weigh SFA, just plastic with two thin (bendable!) aluminium stays holding it all in place which attach to the frame. The license plate is likely the heaviest bit.

I hear ya on the height. I dislocated my knee kicking a leg over my WR450 the other week :o

To be fair it was also over full throw over luggage, and my knees are junk, but :o none less.

[Tazz]

Some goodies popping up at the moment.

http://www.akl.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=937003928&permanent=0


http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/405289954.jpg

[flashg]

Nice bike Tazz, same as mine, actually a 2012 model, going from graphics and also 2013 had a white rear guard which never appealed to me.
You might recall mine was stolen, but i managed to replace it with another 2012 BRAND NEW with power tuner and GYTR muffler by FMF, which makes a huge difference.......$12,500.00

[cynna]

Nice bike Tazz, same as mine, actually a 2012 model, going from graphics and also 2013 had a white rear guard which never appealed to me.
You might recall mine was stolen, but i managed to replace it with another 2012 BRAND NEW with power tuner and GYTR muffler by FMF, which makes a huge difference.......$12,500.00

did you ever here if the bike has been recovered?

[flashg]

did you ever here if the bike has been recovered?


No never heard a thing, mind you it belongs to insurance company now, the cops were just not interested, just too busy making our roads safe i guess.

[Willdat?]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=941593483

Shameless self-promotion. You could own two classic dual sport bikes for $2 at the moment...

[pete-blen]

the cops were just not interested, just too busy making our roads safe i guess.


:Police: have far better things to do..like bashing doors in.....





..

[@ndy]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=949057638&ed=true

[Scubbo]

are they really worth 7K @ 100thou KMs?

[@ndy]

are they really worth 7K @ 100thou KMs?

Good question. I think value / kms is subjective. For example there are a lot of transalp back in Europe with 200k or more that still used every day as reliable commuters. I guess it all comes down to how the bike was kept and serviced. Transalp are also quite basic not much electronics like a new BMW for example so no much can go wrong.

[R650R]

Hmmm pricey, seen the same with BMWs too.... Owning a high mileage bike (GSXR) from new myself, I wouldn't recommend buying a high mileage 2nd hand bike to anyone despite needed to sell mine soon lol.
Although I've had a good run, there's lots of stuff that's quietly degrading away, much better to buy a lower km bike for sameish $$$$

[Oscar]

are they really worth 7K @ 100thou KMs?

In a word, no.

[puddytat]

this looks like a good buy....http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-956740522.htm

[JimmyC]

this looks like a good buy....http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-956740522.htm

"Absolutely genuine kilometres"... as opposed to partially genuine? Quasi-genuine? Genuine-esque?

Love sales talk :blink:

[R650R]

Just needs some lights and the number plate off the DR and she'll be all sweet......

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dirt-bikes/auction-955211013.htm

[Padmei]

Awesome just got awesomer!

http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/tq/412729256.jpg

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-955674145.htm

[NordieBoy]

Just because you've got some rattle cans lying around, doesn't mean you have to use them :doh:

Has probably increased the value of the bike though...

[frotz]

Here's a well equipped DRZ400E in Wellington (I have no connection to the owner).

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-947313393.htm

http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/405993823.jpg

[Blackie]

hi all,

just fishing here. love my bmw 650 xchallenge, and every time I think there's something better I change my mind (have purchased and ridden other bikes, then sold them as not as good!). HOWEVER, that feeling is coming up again to try something new. Personally I think right now for the money and the performance there are not many LIGHTWEIGHT reliable long range dual purpose bikes around as good as the 650x. That said, I'm hunting for one that might suit me better, and considering selling my baby.

Not an over-inflated price either...there is no mark-up from what I paid 3yrs ago, and i've only improved the bike while putting a mere 2000kms on it. I have another bike as my regular rider, so this one is babied somewhat. Anyhow, if u know anyone interested here are the specs:

2009 BMW 650 x-challenge (g650x)
full REMUS freeride exhaust system ($1200-1500 on its own, standard exhaust included)
renzaco seat (so plush, can ride the length of the country with no rear-end woes)
new fork seals
new tyre set
currently D606 rear, TKC 80 front (some life left)
bash plate
heated grips
reg on hold, wof'd
12,500kms only (new speedo but all service records from previous owner)

$8000NZD

fairly firm on price, as no other xchallenge around with such low kms and in such good shape. this bike is 148kg which is ideal for being very light yet solid on motorway or heavy winds (mountain tops).

http://i704.photobucket.com/albums/ww44/octopusenvy/email%20bridge%202somewhere%20650x_zps0ddeszm7.jpg (http://s704.photobucket.com/user/octopusenvy/media/email%20bridge%202somewhere%20650x_zps0ddeszm7.jpg .html)

http://i704.photobucket.com/albums/ww44/octopusenvy/IMG_1842_zpsd7c45d6e.jpg (http://s704.photobucket.com/user/octopusenvy/media/IMG_1842_zpsd7c45d6e.jpg.html)

[clint640]

Absolute minter KTM 640: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-970101239.htm

My bike's virgin twin sister by the look of the plate :laugh:. Excellent buying at the price too when you consider it's a virtually new bike & still a lot higher specced than most 650 class machines sold new today.

Cheers
Clint

[neels]

Absolute minter KTM 640: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-970101239.htm

My bike's virgin twin sister by the look of the plate :laugh:. Excellent buying at the price too when you consider it's a virtually new bike & still a lot higher specced than most 650 class machines sold new today.

Cheers
Clint
Must have been good, gone already.

[Padmei]

Beautiful classic

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-979631313.htm

http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/419686552.jpg

[Tazz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-999006093.htm



http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/433065711.jpg

[Tazz]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1001443696


http://trademe.tmcdn.co.nz/photoserver/full/426308833.jpg

[R650R]

"rare black model" dR650 for sale.....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-992642369.htm

[bart]

"rare black model" dR650 for sale.....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/other/auction-992642369.htm

Wow, I didn't realise the black ones were rare. I guess that makes mine worth heaps.

I doubt it somehow. :laugh:

[Night Falcon]

Wow, I didn't realise the black ones were rare. I guess that makes mine worth heaps.

I doubt it somehow. :laugh:

even with extras 8K for a used DR just seems a bridge too far....probably a good deal for someone; local to, maybe time to upgrade the black stallion Bart :corn:

[XF650]

Anyone tried one yet?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1006103672

[Eddieb]

Anyone tried one yet?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1006103672

http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/forums/topic/swm-rs-650-r-enduro-bike-rolls-off-the-production-line/

and this one will be in NZ in a couple of months
http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/forums/topic/swm-superdual-600-adventure/

[XF650]

http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/forums/topic/swm-rs-650-r-enduro-bike-rolls-off-the-production-line/

and this one will be in NZ in a couple of months
http://www.adventureridingnz.co.nz/forums/topic/swm-superdual-600-adventure/

Thanks Eddie. Shineray have come a long way....

[chasio]

Thanks Eddie. Shineray have come a long way....

Nearly as far as the Gonzo beak on that thing!

[puddytat]

Minter...http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1020579996.htm

[Waihou Thumper]

Minter...http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1020579996.htm

Ridiculous price...:gob: Not worth more than $6000...

[puddytat]

You want to talk ridiculous prices?
My missus just purchased a 2nd hand horse float 2003 for 10grand.....& it aint mint neither.:rolleyes::oi-grr:

[Waihou Thumper]

You want to talk ridiculous prices?
My missus just purchased a 2nd hand horse float 2003 for 10grand.....& it aint mint neither.:rolleyes::oi-grr:

Yeah, for some reason trailers, horse floats and even motorbike trailers fetch ridiculous prices...
Be very very careful towing live loads aye...:)

[chasio]

This (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1024850566) looks like a more than decent Africa Twin (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1024850566) in Auckland.

[Waihou Thumper]

This (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1024850566) looks like a more than decent Africa Twin (http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1024850566) in Auckland.

The last of 'em by that year too!
Looks good, would be a typical reliable beast. Always loved the twin headlights of the Tenere and the Africa Twin...:niceone:
There's a cheapish 750 Tenere on trade me too.

[R650R]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1076770903.htm

Pretty well sorted looking 530, looks kinda familiar :)

[Night Falcon]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1076770903.htm

Pretty well sorted looking 530, looks kinda familiar :)

:bye: :bye: :bye: :bye: :bye: Too many hurting body parts (mine not the bikes) so am looking at a more comfy adv tourer. At the price I'm looking for I will be losing some cash on it (as you do) but someone will get a great bike. I wont be too disappointed if it doesn't sell although the interest in it is.....well.... lets just say there's lots.

[pomgolian]

:bye: :bye: :bye: :bye: :bye: Too many hurting body parts (mine not the bikes) so am looking at a more comfy adv tourer. At the price I'm looking for I will be losing some cash on it (as you do) but someone will get a great bike. I wont be too disappointed if it doesn't sell although the interest in it is.....well.... lets just say there's lots.

Noooooooooo

[Night Falcon]

Noooooooooo

wonder what a DR's like as a tourer/adv bike......and whats the chain life like?

[R650R]

wonder what a DR's like as a tourer/adv bike......and whats the chain life like?

Just the same as your KTM, except visualize 20-kg heavier and 20 hp less lol.... just get the Africa Twin already ;)
The DR is a pretty dam good budget all rounder once you've sorted the aftermarket seat, tank, exhaust, carb, cargo rack.... :)
There's a couple cheap 2016 KTm 690 floating about....

[Night Falcon]

Just the same as your KTM, except visualize 20-kg heavier and 20 hp less lol.... just get the Africa Twin already ;)
The DR is a pretty dam good budget all rounder once you've sorted the aftermarket seat, tank, exhaust, carb, cargo rack.... :)
There's a couple cheap 2016 KTm 690 floating about....

hmmm there's a particularly nice 1050 going for bout the same price as a new 690...... once you include the few extra bits n pieces ya need for it: new seat, extra fuel capacity, screen, exhaust mod, rear luggage rack, tool tube & various protection bitz for brake/gear pedals, clutch slave cylinder and upgraded tank supports<_<

[pomgolian]

wonder what a DR's like as a tourer/adv bike......and whats the chain life like?

Dunno haven't seen one for 11 months but should pick it up in two weeks, whats that saying it does everything well but nothing exceptionally, but you did own one eh.

[MarkH]

wonder what a DR's like as a tourer/adv bike......and whats the chain life like?

A DR is a kitset bike, you buy the base bike then get the parts to make it a good bike and put it together.
The seat is only a placeholder for a usable seat that you will need to buy. (or at least take the stock seat to an upholsterer)
If you are not short then you will need to lower the pegs and raise the handlebars.
The 13l tank will be a nuisance on longer rides, get an Acerbis 20l tank to make life easier by allowing up to 400km per tankful.
The suspension will benefit greatly from aftermarket improvements of some kind.
For a tourer/adv bike it will most likely require luggage additions - I have side racks and a rear rack bought from moto-racks.com which I use with Wolfman saddlebags and a very large roll-top duffel bag.
Lots of option stuff too - fatbars, heated grips, modded exhaust, carby improvements, etc.

I added a Scott Oiler to my DR and with good lubrication the chain should last quite a long time.

[Woodman]

wonder what a DR's like as a tourer/adv bike......and whats the chain life like?

Airhead. You know you want one.:shutup:

[pete-blen]

Keep yer hand out of yer pocket...
The new MT07 powered 700 twin Tenere's are on there way next year....
Earlyer than later hopefuly...

[Night Falcon]

Keep yer hand out of yer pocket...
The new MT07 powered 700 twin Tenere's are on there way next year....
Earlyer than later hopefuly...

hummmmmmmmm..............tempting but don't think I can wait that long.

[george formby]

Keep yer hand out of yer pocket...
The new MT07 powered 700 twin Tenere's are on there way next year....
Earlyer than later hopefuly...

For real? Oh. Hope so. I've had my fingers crossed for a vaguely dirty version of that engine since I saw the first ride reviews.

I've watched some test rides of the XSR 700 recently, some of them are hilarious, constant wheelies. Retro style.

[pete-blen]

For real? Oh. Hope so. I've had my fingers crossed for a vaguely dirty version of that engine since I saw the first ride reviews.


It's very dirty..18/21" wheel..:niceone:
it's a real Tenere not a ADV road bike .:rolleyes:
styled the same as the 660 Ten but with a 700 twin..:clap:

Have a look for yerself.......
http://www.google.co.nz/url?url=http://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/yamaha-tenere-700-xt700z-prototype/&rct=j&frm=1&q=&esrc=s&sa=U&ved=0ahUKEwie1r2F2brMAhWOQpQKHaj7DZoQFggjMAU&sig2=pbntf56wby5Q2i0yxaBzEA&usg=AFQjCNFaQTgDaR7vjBCaZkmH804FYB6H2g

[george formby]

It's very dirty..18/21" wheel..:niceone:
it's a real Tenere not a ADV road bike .:rolleyes:
styled the same as the 660 Ten but with a 700 twin..:clap:

Have a look for yerself.......
http://www.google.co.nz/url?url=http://www.advpulse.com/adv-bikes/yamaha-tenere-700-xt700z-prototype/&rct=j&frm=1&q=&esrc=s&sa=U&ved=0ahUKEwie1r2F2brMAhWOQpQKHaj7DZoQFggjMAU&sig2=pbntf56wby5Q2i0yxaBzEA&usg=AFQjCNFaQTgDaR7vjBCaZkmH804FYB6H2g

I guess this is not the best place to post XTZ 700 hopes and wishes, but, that could be the bike I have been waiting for. The motor is exceedingly spicy and if the weight stays down it should be hilarious. Particularly looking how far back the pegs are...

[Padmei]

Schmidt is up for sale

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1087339607&ed=true

[cold comfort]

Schmidt is up for sale

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1087339607&ed=true

Are you giving up bikes C or have you something else in mind?

[Padmei]

Hi Mark
Yeah I want to get rid of some debt & no longer really enjoy the riding as I used to.
I spend more time surfing now than riding. Noones bid on it yet so I may end up keeping it for next summer & see if the desire returns...

[Ender EnZed]

$1 reserve DT230.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1087603356

[george formby]

$1 reserve DT230.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1087603356

Dang. Shame, I'm skint.

[Scubbo]

NEAT!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1084513905.htm

[neels]

NEAT!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1084513905.htm

That is very nice, and may have even found it's way onto my watchlist......

[Scubbo]

That is very nice, and may have even found it's way onto my watchlist......


oop sorry :shifty:

[neels]

That is very nice, and may have even found it's way onto my watchlist......
oop sorry :shifty:

So while looking at a DR350, the next question would be, how many k's is to many for a 650 Transalp that I've seen which is well within my meagre budget, specifically is 118,000 too many?

One of these days I'll figure out what sort of adventure rider I am.....

[Scubbo]

not the usual $8k that turds are asking for them :facepalm: much better options they are heavy pieces of shit really

[Padmei]

Got some more cheap riding clobber on tardme if anyones interested.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1095716487

[Muzz67]

2005 KLX400 same as DRZ400. Reg and WOF included
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=322001&d=1464932033
Big carb model, goes well.
Chain/sproks all real good.
Brand new tyre.
Radiator gaurds,
GP Custom bashplate,
Current WOF and Reg.
Located in Nelson.
Inspection welcome.
Muzz. 0211320763 or 03 5419321.

[Night Falcon]

Lots said on the interwebz bout These (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1097686463.htm) ranging from the greatest globe trotter to the best Dual sport ever made.....don't see what the fuss is about though....its still only a 250 with no torque till high in the RPM. If they rock your boat though, this one looks good....but I herd post 08 are the ones to get?

[Muzz67]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1104001481&ed=true

[sil3nt]

Any thoughts on this?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1061118911.htm

I just had 3 days in Laos riding a KLX250 and seem to have been bitten by the adventure bug...

I was looking at the WR250R (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1097686463.htm) posted above but stumbled on the Husky.

I can't find any information online about the Husq WR 250. Would be using it for everything tarmac/gravel/trail.

[george formby]

Any thoughts on this?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1061118911.htm

I just had 3 days in Laos riding a KLX250 and seem to have been bitten by the adventure bug...

I was looking at the WR250R (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1097686463.htm) posted above but stumbled on the Husky.

I can't find any information online about the Husq WR 250. Would be using it for everything tarmac/gravel/trail.

I know a couple of people who swear by Huskys for durability / reliability off road. I doubt you would want to spend to long in the saddle, though.

The clutch cover looks decidedly "rubbed" considering the original tires look like new.

I ride a CRM 250R on trails and occasionally on tarmac and it's hilarious. I suspect the Husky would be a bit more hard core.

IIRC one of these came up for sale new in the last year or so and it was $7995. Something smelled a bit fishy about the whole deal and I was skint but it appealed at the time.

Test ride.

[Ocean1]

Any thoughts on this?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1061118911.htm

I just had 3 days in Laos riding a KLX250 and seem to have been bitten by the adventure bug...

I was looking at the WR250R (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1097686463.htm) posted above but stumbled on the Husky.

I can't find any information online about the Husq WR 250. Would be using it for everything tarmac/gravel/trail.


I know a couple of people who swear by Huskys for durability / reliability off road. I doubt you would want to spend to long in the saddle, though.

The clutch cover looks decidedly "rubbed" considering the original tires look like new.

I ride a CRM 250R on trails and occasionally on tarmac and it's hilarious. I suspect the Husky would be a bit more hard core.

IIRC one of these came up for sale new in the last year or so and it was $7995. Something smelled a bit fishy about the whole deal and I was skint but it appealed at the time.

Test ride.

Yep, ride a wider range of gear. Not that a 250 2t trail/enduro machine is wrong, or even inappropriate for 'vencher riding, but it's at the "difficult terrain" end of the spectrum, and won't do well on the road for long.

Those KLX250s are probably a bit closer to a reasonable compromise if your touring includes some flat stuff. Good bike in fact, several countries select them for military use. The bigger brother KLX400 is probably better if your day includes more luggage than a handbag, and they're in fact a Suzuki/Kwakka joint venture, with Suzuki's version being the DRZ400. Both fairly robust, with the only common complaint being the (only) 5 speed box.

I like to pretend e-start is for pansies, but in reality I wouldn't buy anything without nowadays.

A more substantial rear subframe is another thing that defines a 'vencher machine from a normal dirt bike.

But again, try a bunch of different stuff, off road if possible, you'll probably change your mind six times but you'll be far more likely to end up with something you enjoy if it actually does what you want it to do without too much drama.

[Muzz67]

Them KLX250 are slugs,, a headwind will drop ya 2gears. 400's are mint.

[sil3nt]

Them KLX250 are slugs,, a headwind will drop ya 2gears. 400's are mint.I did 3 days 2 up on the rental. No idea what the speed limit is in Laos but 99% of the time you are doing well under 80. I did find a nice big straight piece of road and when we both ducked down I hit 101 on the speedo :lol:

Pretty much set on a WR250R. Haven't ridden a 400 but they don't float my boat at this stage.

[gwynfryn]

Any thoughts on this?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1061118911.htm

I just had 3 days in Laos riding a KLX250 and seem to have been bitten by the adventure bug...

I was looking at the WR250R (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1097686463.htm) posted above but stumbled on the Husky.

I can't find any information online about the Husq WR 250. Would be using it for everything tarmac/gravel/trail.

Don't go there.
Terrible adventure bike, the gearing will drive you mad. Italian WR's don't have the wide ratio gearbox but the close ratio mx box. That looks to be a 2010 model which had the problematic ducati ignition not the dependable kokusan.
If you must go 2 stroke look out for a dt230 .

[george formby]

If you must go 2 stroke look out for a dt230 .

Yes. And good luck. Not to many about but a great wee bike.

[R650R]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1104636168.htm

Are the new ones $10,000 better?????

[Ocean1]

If you must go 2 stroke look out for a dt230 .

Oh look, there's one now... :whistle: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1103575603.htm :shutup:

[Oscar]

Oh look, there's one now... :whistle: http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1103575603.htm :shutup:

Me likey.
If I'd had one of those 25 years ago...(sigh).

Probably kill me now.

[Ocean1]

Me likey.
If I'd had one of those 25 years ago...(sigh).

Probably kill me now.

There's a theory that behaving old is the root cause of becoming old.

Well all right, it's my theory. And it might be a bit flimsy.

But I'm sticking to it.

Get you're cheque book out.

[Oscar]

There's a theory that behaving old is the root cause of becoming old.

Well all right, it's my theory. And it might be a bit flimsy.

But I'm sticking to it.

Get you're cheque book out.

I have a 450EXC already.
That's stopping me from thinking too old...

[Ocean1]

I have a 450EXC already.
That's stopping me from thinking too old...

I've got a 525EXC, and that 300 is faster everywhere, except possibly on gravel.

[Oscar]

I've got a 525EXC, and that 300 is faster everywhere, except possibly on gravel.

Oh yeah. The last two stroke dirt bike I had was an RMX250 back in the day, and it was faaaasssst.....

[george formby]

There's a theory that behaving old is the root cause of becoming old.

Well all right, it's my theory. And it might be a bit flimsy.

But I'm sticking to it.

.

Haha. I agree. I spent today making pretty patterns in wet clay, trying to get through the rutted bogs at the bottom of hills and generally trying to keep my CRM 250 pointed in more or less the right direction. Nothing old about it, except me and the bike, nothing sensible about it, either. But, what a hoot. And what a learning curve.

Ning, ning for the win.

Bugger. I have to clean it tomorrow.

[Addo007]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1104636168.htm

Are the new ones $10,000 better?????

It seems me along with a few others have noticed that the bike appears to have had a rough life, sump guard and chain guard missing, fading on the back plastic, serious cosmetic damage to the rims and engine casing and not to mention that exhaust that appears to be hose clamped on with no change to the mapping. I've been keeping my eye open for one of these but won't be going for this one, way too many red flags for me.

[Night Falcon]

It seems me along with a few others have noticed that the bike appears to have had a rough life, sump guard and chain guard missing, fading on the back plastic, serious cosmetic damage to the rims and engine casing and not to mention that exhaust that appears to be hose clamped on with no change to the mapping. I've been keeping my eye open for one of these but won't be going for this one, way too many red flags for me.
The front plastics are a bit of a contrast to the rear ones, wonder if its had a safari tank on it? Its definitely been well used for the relatively short mileage its done.....pass.

[RGVforme]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1104636168.htm

Are the new ones $10,000 better?????

She's had a short hard life so far by the looks of things.
"Serviced in our workshop"......If a Dealer then taking fuzzy bad photos and not caring is a bad sign or a cover up.
Wonder how dented that old muffler can was before replacement.

Its a pass on that pumpkin for me.

[Muzz67]

Make: Kawasaki
Model: 2005 KLX400 R
Engine size: 400cc
Kilometres: 54,151km
Year: 2005
Fuel type: Petrol
Registration expires: Jul 2016
WOF expires: Jul 2016
2005 KLX 400 R,
LAMS approved
Same as the DRZ 400 E, the Big carb model
, goes well.
NEW WOF and current REG,
Electric start,
Chain/sprockets all good.
Brand new rear tyre.
Front tyre near new,
Radiator guards,
GP Custom bashplate,
,
In pretty good condition, needs nothing that I know of,
Recent 900km on/off road trip, ran perfect,
would not hesitate to go again.
Plastics have a few scratches, few small cracks, but nothing that does not work fine,
Inspection welcome.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1109016269

[Scubbo]

nice one, glad to see mine will still be worth something too :P

[Ender EnZed]

Don't see one of these come up too often.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1110810550

[Muzz67]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1112125167.htm

[clint640]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1112125167.htm

An excellent buy for anyone wanting to audition for the next Mad Max movie :eek: I kinda dig it.

[bart]

An excellent buy for anyone wanting to audition for the next Mad Max movie :eek: I kinda dig it.

Naaah. There’s a reason they don’t make 4 cylinder dirt bikes. They don’t work. I love horsepower, but it’s torque you want if you can’t get traction.

[Night Falcon]

Naaah. There’s a reason they don’t make 4 cylinder dirt bikes. They don’t work. I love horsepower, but it’s torque you want if you can’t get traction.

3 cylinders (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1120882109.htm) waaaaaay better

[R650R]

Good deal on new sister bike to the KTM 690, Husky 701.... wonder how compatible all the 690 extras are considering there are supoosedly the same bike, eg mounting of aftermarket goodies....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1124204356.htm

[Aslan]

Considering parting with my very tidy example of these fine machines - seeking a lighter machine as I age disgracefully - I'm closer to 70 than 60

If I don't get the asking price of $10,995 I'll continue to enjoy riding her - 'love the one your with' :)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1127086659

[gwynfryn]

Take the dealers offer!

[_Shrek_]

Considering parting with my very tidy example of these fine machines - seeking a lighter machine as I age disgracefully - I'm closer to 70 than 60

If I don't get the asking price of $10,995 I'll continue to enjoy riding her - 'love the one your with' :)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1127086659

don't think I'll be allowed to spend any more :weep: what will you get the 800/650

[Aslan]

don't think I'll be allowed to spend any more :weep: what will you get the 800/650

Kia ora Keith - in the event the R12 goes - it'll be an F800GS, KTM690E or a Tiger 800XC - but I'm grateful to have the 'Blue Frau' and will cheerfully keep her if necessary - off riding gravel today - in my happy place :) Grace & Peace S :)

[nadroj]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1128340830 Sold

[neels]

Oh educated ones, how viable is one of these things likely to be as an adventurey type bike?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=1115761419

Still looking, still have no idea what I want to buy....

[pete-blen]

the TTR250 is a good relieable bike..
thats the TTR250 Raid model
mark "whatastoner" has done a few dusty butts on one...

they do have a issue with the starter clutch going...
if it clunks when yer turn the motor off it's on it's way out..
but they do have a kick also so yer not going be stranded
like alot of bikes these days....
suspension is fully adjustable.. and a seat yer can sit on all day..

go here and do some reading....
http://ttr250.activeboard.com/



...

[neels]

the TTR250 is a good relieable bike..
thats the TTR250 Raid model
mark "whatastoner" has done a few dusty butts on one...

they do have a issue with the starter clutch going...
if it clunks when yer turn the motor off it's on it's way out..
but they do have a kick also so yer not going be stranded
like alot of bikes these days....
suspension is fully adjustable.. and a seat yer can sit on all day..

go here and do some reading....
http://ttr250.activeboard.com/
...
Seat you can sit on sounds good, be an improvement on the DRZ400 I had then.

What is it with Yamaha and dodgy starter clutches?

Tempting to go for a wee drivey tomorrow and take a look.

[Aslan]

Take the dealers offer!

you may well be right - I can't complain about the courtesy and realism of my local dealer principal

[BMWST?]

you may well be right - I can't complain about the courtesy and realism of my local dealer principal
its expensive but hassle free

[george formby]

Seat you can sit on sounds good, be an improvement on the DRZ400 I had then.

What is it with Yamaha and dodgy starter clutches?

Tempting to go for a wee drivey tomorrow and take a look.

Back in the day I had an XT350, the TTR looks like "son of". My XT did vast mileage, usually well overloaded. Was fired up mountains, occasionally two up, buried in bogs up to the tank, thrashed on an almost daily basis to within an inch of it's life. I boiled the brakes, rode it into rocks and trees etc etc. Only issue I had was a small split in the carb rubber after 70'000 miles. ( No leccy foot back then.)

It wasn't fast and it wasn't pretty but remains one of my favourite bikes ever.

[RMOTO]

My sister has upgraded to a larger capacity bike so the ETX150 is up for sale.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1130857076.htm

[Muzz67]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-1134753335.htm

[dino3310]

is that your old one Jatz

[Night Falcon]

Awesome buy HERE (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1146033107.htm)

[MXNUT]

Brand new Niche saddle bags for sale.

Brought for DR650 but never been used, and bike is now sold. $75.00

See trade me http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1140412496.htm

[JATZ]

is that your old one Jatz
DINO !! Thought you must a moved to Mongolia to live in a yurt and had no Internet's :gob:
Naah it wasn't my old one, mine had a stock muffler, meaty hand guards and a smaller dent in the tank.

[mossy1200]

These were sold as slightly adventure and touring combo. Has anyone ridden one? im thinking of selling my Bandit to get one as my two up touring ride.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1148403130.htm

[mulletman]

These were sold as slightly adventure and touring combo. Has anyone ridden one? im thinking of selling my Bandit to get one as my two up touring ride.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-1148403130.htm

Ive burned through a tank of fuel on a TNT 1130 and had an absolute blast, good torque and a nice top end. Reliability is another question...my mate still has it but he is a skilled mechanic and auto sparky the right sort of owner for one of these.

[mossy1200]

Ive burned through a tank of fuel on a TNT 1130 and had an absolute blast, good torque and a nice top end. Reliability is another question...my mate still has it but he is a skilled mechanic and auto sparky the right sort of owner for one of these.

Ok maybe look into that. Not always the best thing for the passenger vehicle to have reliability issues.

[Scubbo]

this is pretty neat - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1146530287.htm

[frotz]

Two XR650RS. Very lightweight for a 650, so good for offroad adventuring.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1146541697
http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1150844148

[george formby]

this is pretty neat - http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1146530287.htm

If that was a MKII I would be over it like a rash. Agile and poky bush basher.
The last CRM I saw advertised was $5750 or there abouts.

[dino3310]

Two XR650RS. Very lightweight for a 650, so good for offroad adventuring.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1146541697
http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=1150844148

freshen up!!! :lol::lol: what does that entail excactly

[R650R]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1154861156.htm hmmmmmmmm

[clint640]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1154861156.htm hmmmmmmmm

Come over to the orange side.... Resistance is futile... You know you want to! ;)

Good option for someone shopping for a new one, barely run in.

Cheers
Clint

[R650R]

Come over to the orange side.... Resistance is futile... You know you want to! ;)

Good option for someone shopping for a new one, barely run in.

Cheers
Clint

I'm VERY tempted but after evaluating the merits of the trusty DR I think I'm waiting on a good second hand Africa Twin (or whatever KTM/Yamalol/Kwikisaki have under wraps in the 800-1000cc ADV) and keep the DR.
I ride alone a lot and im slightly put off by the highly strung pedigree of the orange breed and stories of blocked injectors and fuel pumps, piston rings and rocker arms breaking... prob due more to poor maintainance and rubbish aussie fuels in outback tho....
Its a close call tho....

[R650R]

Great deal on buying new...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1132530230.htm

[Scubbo]

https://trademe.co.nz/1140559045 -- not worth the $4500 but would be a good bike, should be ~1K cheaper though (super over-filled radiator/overflow?:scratch:)

[Scubbo]

https://gallery.mailchimp.com/f97277c073b081cdc582bae40/images/2798ccef-2e84-455d-b870-e21410e168d7.jpg

Suzuki are selling the DRZ400E road legal model at $8K +orc again this summer... most capable and reliable adventure bike there is, $8K is a bargain --- the proper full power DRZ not the puny SM/S model

[bart]

most capable and reliable adventure bike there is

That's a big call. Great trail bike. A bit shit on the road though.

[R650R]

Even better bargain here, the big fella with free 20L tank :)

http://www.suzuki.co.nz/DR650SE-acerbis/

[george formby]

Whichever way you look at it, fantastic deals. Bargain!

[Night Falcon]

If I hadn't already bought (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1185706148.htm)

[clint640]

Suzuki are selling the DRZ400E road legal model at $8K +orc again this summer... most capable and reliable adventure bike there is, $8K is a bargain --- the proper full power DRZ not the puny SM/S model


Even better bargain here, the big fella with free 20L tank :)

http://www.suzuki.co.nz/DR650SE-acerbis/

You can't knock Suzuki, DR(Z) technology may not have been updated since last century, but neither has the price :yes:

[Night Falcon]

You can't knock Suzuki, DR(Z) technology may not have been updated since last century, but neither has the price :yes:
put like that theyz sound 100 yrs old :laugh:

[R650R]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1188564963.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1187707075.htm

and cheapest Africa Twin with ORC included seen so far http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1020969713.htm

[10bikekid]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1188564963.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1187707075.htm

and cheapest Africa Twin with ORC included seen so far http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1020969713.htm

Enjoyed my 950ADV but they are just a bit uncomfortable on long runs, The At would be a lot better I woulds say and for the price difference be worth the buy in

[NorthShoreHornet]

Excuse me for jumping into this part of the forum, but Im hoping the adventure-type bike people will have a view on this.

I've been looking at getting a trail bike for some lightweight off roading, gravel roads, etc and noticed there have been a lot of almost brand new (less than 2 years old) Suzuki DRZ250s for sale on trademe. One went the other day for under 5k, it was less than a year old. There's another one on there now, super low miles, almost new, but being sold. There was one up north a few days also, but that seems to have gone.

I'm wondering why people seem happy to throw away a few thou in less than a year to sell them? Anyone have any ideas?

I thought they were supposed to be pretty good bikes (for the money)

Cheers and thanks

[Scubbo]

its just heavy and slow, its not a bad bike though, for the money i'd look at a DRZ400 in good nic, much less disappointing

[Okey Dokey]

I think some of them have been bought as learner's bikes, and the learner has decided to move on to another bike. Another guy said it was his wife's and she wasn't using it any more.

Me, I just got one a few weeks ago for tootling around on gravel roads. So far I quite like it, nice and easy to manage for me weight/size. I am not anticipating needing anything more "grunty", like a 400, for my type of riding.

[NorthShoreHornet]

Thanks for that, maybe I'm just being paranoid!:laugh:
That kind of what I want one for, a bit of gravel and a bit of off gravel/forestry tracks etc.
I suspect anything bigger will be too heavy.
I have read good things about the 400, but most on trademe are a bit exxy, seem to have very suspect mileage or has been "rebuilt" recently. I'm a bit put off by that.

Thanks again
Richard

[Saarg]

Thanks for that, maybe I'm just being paranoid!:laugh:
That kind of what I want one for, a bit of gravel and a bit of off gravel/forestry tracks etc.
I suspect anything bigger will be too heavy.
I have read good things about the 400, but most on trademe are a bit exxy, seem to have very suspect mileage or has been "rebuilt" recently. I'm a bit put off by that.

Thanks again
Richard


There is another part to it, with most of the riding I do, there's as much as 3-4 hrs of road riding to do to get to the off road stuff.
The 250 top speed is 100-115, there's nothin left to overtake or power out of a ugly spot, where as the DR650 is still light but has sooo much more in the throttle to twist.
There's not a lot of space for travel luggage either. Although the 250 is delightful on the trail, you would consider buying a ute to get it there with all your tools, spares, stuff, food, first aid and dry cloths

Just my 10c worth...


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[george formby]

Thanks for that, maybe I'm just being paranoid!:laugh:
That kind of what I want one for, a bit of gravel and a bit of off gravel/forestry tracks etc.
I suspect anything bigger will be too heavy.
I have read good things about the 400, but most on trademe are a bit exxy, seem to have very suspect mileage or has been "rebuilt" recently. I'm a bit put off by that.

Thanks again
Richard

A mate has the DR 2fiddly. Yes, it's a bit chubby and lacking ooomf but he does ridiculous trips on it.. Northland to Southland, a few detours and home again, with a few detours.

It won't set your world on fire but it will get you almost anywhere, eventually. If you want to ride the length of our wonderful country, a gel seat or some such should be considered.

[firsttimer]

Hey guys n gals
I'm new to buying/owning bikes so am after some advice please.....I know my way around cars no problems but very green when it comes to bikes. I'm looking at a V-Strom on trade me, listing number 1216088606

https://preview.trademe.co.nz/motors/trade-me-motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/1216088606

Has anyone had experience with this model? Is 55k high milage for this type of bike? What sort of servicing or repair costs should I expect in the near future.
This will be my first bike purchase. I am wanting something to commute from Hamilton to Tauranga at least 3 times a week so will be going over the Kaimai's a fair bit. I've been looking at and keen on either a V-Strom 650 or 1000, Versey 650 or 1000, or a vfr800x Cross Runner.
If you have any recommendations or advice that would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers

[Ocean1]

Hey guys n gals
I'm new to buying/owning bikes so am after some advice please.....I know my way around cars no problems but very green when it comes to bikes. I'm looking at a V-Strom on trade me, listing number 1216088606

https://preview.trademe.co.nz/motors/trade-me-motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/1216088606

Has anyone had experience with this model? Is 55k high milage for this type of bike? What sort of servicing or repair costs should I expect in the near future.
This will be my first bike purchase. I am wanting something to commute from Hamilton to Tauranga at least 3 times a week so will be going over the Kaimai's a fair bit. I've been looking at and keen on either a V-Strom 650 or 1000, Versey 650 or 1000, or a vfr800x Cross Runner.
If you have any recommendations or advice that would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers

Yes. The very first test for any bike you might consider riding anywhere not actually sealed is to try picking it up.

Not just because you will have to at some stage, but also because the less comfortable you are picking any given bike up the more likely you'll need to, the more damage you'll do and the more it will cost to fix it.

[NorthShoreHornet]

Hey guys n gals
I'm new to buying/owning bikes so am after some advice please.....I know my way around cars no problems but very green when it comes to bikes. I'm looking at a V-Strom on trade me, listing number 1216088606

https://preview.trademe.co.nz/motors/trade-me-motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/1216088606

Has anyone had experience with this model? Is 55k high milage for this type of bike? What sort of servicing or repair costs should I expect in the near future.
This will be my first bike purchase. I am wanting something to commute from Hamilton to Tauranga at least 3 times a week so will be going over the Kaimai's a fair bit. I've been looking at and keen on either a V-Strom 650 or 1000, Versey 650 or 1000, or a vfr800x Cross Runner.
If you have any recommendations or advice that would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers

Hi there. No real experience with the 1000 but if you consider there's something like 2000 worth of extras on that bike, it's pretty cheap. If it has a clear service history that mileage would not worry me. If you decided you didn't like it then you won't lose much in reselling.

I do have a 650 Vstrom and it would be perfect for your commute over the hill. The 1000s are great but 650s outsell them 2 to 1 for a reason. It's a sweet bike. The comment about picking it up is valid but most of the bigger touring/adventure bikes are around 200kg (which is what my 650 is) or more, so you're in the same boat pretty much. There are a few older wee stroms on trademe, really cheap. If you want a cheap commuter for a year or so then hard to get better value I think. My services visit about 200 to 300 for normal service, but you could probably do it yourself for the cost of oil and filter. I got a new chain and sprockets the other day, 380 fitted. At 55k the chain may have been done on the bike you referenced. Worth a check and why a service history is useful.

End of the day, there's probably not much to choose between your target bikes, people have their favourites but you need to decide what one you like best. With the reliability of modern bikes we are spoiled for choice in great value second hand bikes. You can't go too far wrong whatever you buy, just check that regular services have been done. You can usually tell just by looking at the bike whether someone's been looking after it.

Maybe a silly question but have you got a full bike license? You say this is your first bike....if you don't, then I'd start looking at 250s .

Good luck whatever happens.

[NorthShoreHornet]

There is another part to it, with most of the riding I do, there's as much as 3-4 hrs of road riding to do to get to the off road stuff.
The 250 top speed is 100-115, there's nothin left to overtake or power out of a ugly spot, where as the DR650 is still light but has sooo much more in the throttle to twist.
There's not a lot of space for travel luggage either. Although the 250 is delightful on the trail, you would consider buying a ute to get it there with all your tools, spares, stuff, food, first aid and dry cloths

Just my 10c worth...


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Thanks for that, that's been my concern for a while. I have had a bunch of dr650s on my watchlist for ages. No doubt great bikes and perfect for blatting around gravel roads and one day when and if I get any good at riding off road for that too. I just think they will be too much of a handful on trails so I won't end up going. To cap it off I went to the Sandpit at the weekend and had to pick up a 250 a couple of times, that was enough. I haven't really done any trail riding yet so logic says go smaller to begin with at least.

ive ordered an air hawk for my Vstrom so I'll try that on the 250 and see how I go.

Thanks for your (and everyone else's) comments.

[george formby]

Yes. The very first test for any bike you might consider riding anywhere not actually sealed is to try picking it up.

Not just because you will have to at some stage, but also because the less comfortable you are picking any given bike up the more likely you'll need to, the more damage you'll do and the more it will cost to fix it.

Nicely put.

[Ocean1]

ive ordered an air hawk for my Vstrom so I'll try that on the 250 and see how I go.

I can tell you that they produce a feeling not altogether unlike that of having copiously shat your nappies 30 miles ago.

[R650R]

Absolute bargain on DCT Africa twin at Hastings Honda.... very tempted if it wasn't for the weight of the dct version and I don't like the red scheme.
Be quick the also sensible priced (even lower) ABS one they had sold in about 4 days....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1226140708.htm

[R650R]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1226878545.htm

[Aslan]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1226878545.htm


tempting - yet I find it hard to justify to the CFO - 3 bikes is enough in her mind - hard to find the perfect woman eh :)

[george formby]

tempting - yet I find it hard to justify to the CFO - 3 bikes is enough in her mind - hard to find the perfect woman eh :)

Sheesh. $11'000. A bloke rode into town on one a few days ago. He looked a bit beaten up so I popped over to say hi. Turns out beaten up was his style, the bike was equally rugged. On closer inspection it had Ohlins shock, pivot pegz, Excel front wheel and a host of other bling lurking under it's battered body work. Seriously nice bit of kit and on knobbies, too.

[Night Falcon]

yum yum pigs bum....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1239212438.htm

[bart]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1226878545.htm

Bro, 11 grand for a 15 year old bike with 50+k on the clock. You're shitting me, right?

[R650R]

yum yum pigs bum....

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/auction-1239212438.htm

Think there was another auction long running trying to sell all that kit sperately....

[R650R]

Bro, 11 grand for a 15 year old bike with 50+k on the clock. You're shitting me, right?

I'm wondering if it was the same one auctioned privately recently... started at 2k and kept going up.... Another 10 years and its officially a classic lol.....

[Boxabits]

last of the BMW 650 singles. 58hp. Built in Italy. There is one on trade me. Good value compared to the BMW version.
I have owned 3 various rotax 650 singles before. F650 funduro, Aprilia pegaso 650 (5 valve). Those 1st two built on the same line in Italy. Then a G650 xchallenge. (Again, built by Aprilia.)
The Husky is best so far. Built in Husqvarna plant in Italy while the brand was under BMW ownership. Same rotax 650 but built under license in china. As is the G650GS motor of the same year.
20% more power that the BMW and has upside down forks. Great value for money.

Known issue of occasional stalling at idle and when coming off throttle. Same issue shared with BMW equivalent both running BMS-E engine management.
BMW and Husky both issued recalls to remap the ecu. KTM own Husky and they will remap your ECU. (My ECU being done now)

the up-side is better fuelling. Plus this recall has meant that Husqvarna dealers now have access to the cable to allow diagnostics and servicing of the BMW/Huskies. (TR650s and 900 Nudas)

Terra has big wheels. Strada has smaller mag wheels. (All use same wheels as the various BMW 650s)
Worth a look.

[Oscar]

Tested one for KR:
https://photos.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Gentlemens-Adventures/Tussock-Adventure-2013/i-DkkMDMr/0/4e389b04/X4/DSC04562-X4.jpg

Much betterer motor than the F650 (I owned an 02 Dakar F650, which was a POS).
Very good all around adv scoot (note the custom engine protection which we made out of rubber/plastic roofing material).

[gpcustom]

I've got a fully set up Drz400 lots of extras and low km bike message me if interested befor putting it on trade me 😃

[rogson]

https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/dual-purpose/cagiva/listing/3573176432