Thinking about selling the TS

[FJRider]

Does anybody know when the best time is to purchase a motorcycle off trademe is? There isn't much on there at the moment.
Also, what would be a good step up from the GN250? (The GN250 was my first road bike)

Winter time ... everybody gearing up for their new summer rides ...

This is worth looking at. They have good reports from anybody that owns or rides them ..

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-587613451.htm

[Glowerss]

Does anybody know when the best time is to purchase a motorcycle off trademe is? There isn't much on there at the moment.
Also, what would be a good step up from the GN250? (The GN250 was my first road bike)

From personal experience, the best time to buy a bike was a few months ago. Seems like late fall/ over winter there's farkall for sale and it's all way overpriced. Start of summer there's more for sale but people think cuz it's start of summer their bike should be worth a mint

Middle of summer seems like there's the most bikes for sale as people realize they aren't using em, and cuz the best riding weather is half over people seem inclined to let bikes go for a reasonable price.

But deals crop up all year round. Just gotta check trademe every few days, and make sure you watchlist various bikes you may or may not be interested in to see how much they go for and how long it takes em to sell.

[Matariki]

I hope you guys look down on me or anything for saying this, but I've decided to sell the TS for a SUV (or at least to help raise the funds for one). I don't have my own 4 wheeled vehicle, and I'm still struggling the PTSD that was from the result of a head on collision with a mobility van (it almost killed me) 2 years back (RIP GN250).

I will ride again hopefully sometime in the near future once I have built up confidence driving on the road.

[nerrrd]

I hope you guys look down on me or anything for saying this, but I've decided to sell the TS for a SUV (or at least to help raise the funds for one). I don't have my own 4 wheeled vehicle, and I'm still struggling the PTSD that was from the result of a head on collision with a mobility van (it almost killed me) 2 years back (RIP GN250).

I will ride again hopefully sometime in the near future once I have built up confidence driving on the road.

Hey good luck, no shame in doing what's the right thing for you. Hope you find your way back onto 2 wheels when you're ready .

[FJRider]

Hey good luck, no shame in doing what's the right thing for you. Hope you find your way back onto 2 wheels when you're ready .

I agree ... and ignore any that do.

[Matariki]

I know these aren't motorcycles (nothing is as good or as fun as riding on 2 wheels) but I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the following cars (this will be my first car - I can't believe I'm asking a motorcycle forum for advice for a car... ):

I'm ideally looking for something that is economical, comfortable for the novice to drive, easy to maintain and can handle off road conditions (under 3000cc). Here are the ones I'm currently looking at;

Toyota Rav4
Toyota Hilux

Suzuki Escudo
Suzuki Vitara

Nissan Terrano
Nissan Mistral
Nissan Pathfinder
Nissan Navara

Honda CRV

[Matariki]

Hey good luck, no shame in doing what's the right thing for you. Hope you find your way back onto 2 wheels when you're ready .

I agree ... and ignore any that do.

Thanks guys

[FJRider]

I know these aren't motorcycles ...

Start a new thread (off topic rant & rave) before the Mods move it ...

[Akzle]

I know these aren't motorcycles (nothing is as good or as fun as riding on 2 wheels) but I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the following cars (this will be my first car - I can't believe I'm asking a motorcycle forum for advice for a car... ):

I'm ideally looking for something that is economical, comfortable for the novice to drive, easy to maintain and can handle off road conditions (under 3000cc). Here are the ones I'm currently looking at;

Toyota Rav4
Toyota Hilux

Suzuki Escudo
Suzuki Vitara

Nissan Terrano
Nissan Mistral
Nissan Pathfinder
Nissan Navara

Honda CRV

scudo, vitara for you, terrano if you want a tractor, navara if ute. Avoid honda. And noone should own a rav4.
Ever.

[Matariki]

Hey guys, just letting you know that the Suzuki TS 185 is now up for sale (I'm not sure If i'm allowed to advertise it here or not). Newer photos and a video will be coming soon, when it stops raining. It has a current WOF, registration is on hold until September. Its in a good tidy, road worthy, riding condition. It has under 20,000km on the clock. And I had serviced by a professional mechanic just recently. I'm looking for around $2300 for it, that also includes the Suzuki TS Haynes manual (which I'm throwing in for free as a part of the purchase). I haven't placed it on trademe yet, I thought you guys should have first look at it.

You're welcome to come view it. My days off at the moment are Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Send me a PM if you're interested. I have also posted an ad for it here that you can look at too - http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...post1130579811

[milktown]

Thanks, that enforces my decision to go for the GB. Any tips for what model of GB I should be looking at? I prefer bikes under 500 cc (as I find them easier to ride - I'm still a learner). Are they easy for the novice to maintain?

iv owned many bikes between 150cc and 750cc. i have to say in all honesty, my 1988 gb400 is the most enjoyable bike i have ever owned. it is by far NOT the fastest by any means but what it lacks in sheer power it makes up for in handling, economy, ease of use, looks and an overall pleasing exhaust note. its no modern track bike but the stock suspension, breaks and ground clearance make it loads of fun on any twisty you can find. thats all with stock set up too. put a few aftermarket upgrades and im sure youd be able to get a knee down. its also a very easy bike to ride. smooth as silk trans and a tight throttle. being a thumper its got nice amount of peppy torque and is quite smooth for a single. i put a 40 tooth on mine for a bit more pull around town.

top speed 142.5kph (gps)
fuel economy city 23-24 kpl
fuel economy motorway holding about 90kph is 24-25kpl
fuel economy fast motorway 110 to 120kph drops to about 21kpl
acceleration is about as fast as most mid sized cars maybe a TINY bit quicker.

starter motor does tend to crap out on these but they are pretty easy to kick start. my starter still works but when i do feel like kicking it to life it always fires up first go. they dont "burn" oil but they do use a bit so make sure u keep it topped up.

i cannot stress enough how much this little bike puts a smile on my face every single day i ride it(as my 96 cb750 sits lonely in the corner). its just got "it"
did i mention they look pretty damn purdy... if ur into old chicks