KTM 525 EXC on for sale - what do you think?

**Big Dog** · 22nd June 2014, 11:06

Originally Posted by omamari

Before I start, I agree. You've convinced me of my doubts. I had done a cost up. I'm handy and could of welded up kickstand, he has a new indicator, just going for a simple key ignition, he has a new plate, and yes there was too much oil crud around front sprocket which I queried him on.

Anyway, not important. It's out.

I don't want a slow drz or klx. preferably a WR, which look like great bikes. Maybe a TE450 or FSE 450, like those on trade me at the moment, but I don't know much about them and they are too far away to test ride.

If anyway sees any road legal nimble bikes, that aren't slouches, please let me know! I've been looking for far too long, and an getting ancy.

Thanks heaps for your advice ocean and big dog

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Golden rule of buying a bike: if you have doubts, it's probably not a good buy.

Sometimes after seeking expert advice ( mech inspection, VIR, talking with owners I similar models etc) we change our feelings about a bike. But first instinct is usually right. I will allow expert advice to dissuade me but not persuade me.
In 8 bikes, with combined 27 years of ownership (over the last 20) I have never regretted buying a bike.

I have regretted selling a few.

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**Big Dog** · 22nd June 2014, 11:08

Originally Posted by omamari

Hey mate, couldn't see find your bike online. It's a long way away from me in Auckland, but how much where you looking at? Cheers, Daniel

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The right bike at the right price Dunedin is not too far away. Short flight, short taxi ride and a couple of days getting to know your new purchase. Heaven.

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**Big Dog** · 22nd June 2014, 11:13

Also if it is for sale at TSS and not on behalf Red Baron Auckland can have it brought up with their next stock exchange if you are a serious buyer. I have known Auckland buyers to organise a mech inspection, pay a deposit and wait for the next time a truckload of bikes is taken down and swapped.
Exact conditions on that will depend.

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**Ocean1** · 22nd June 2014, 13:27

Originally Posted by Big Dog

Unless your a mechanic, I get the feeling there is much better buying out there.

I hate being such a negative old bastard.

The only consolation is the fact that the "old" bit means you're invariably right about such shit. Not the very best qualification for motorcycle sales.

**FlangMasterJ** · 23rd June 2014, 12:57

Originally Posted by omamari

Hey mate, couldn't see find your bike online. It's a long way away from me in Auckland, but how much where you looking at? Cheers, Daniel

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They are selling on my behalf. It's on the floor for $8500 but offers around the 7k to 8k mark would be considered.

Some pics of said weapon:

**omamari** · 23rd June 2014, 12:59

Jaysus that is gorgeous, sadly out of my range. But thanks for sharing and getting back to me.

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**FlangMasterJ** · 23rd June 2014, 13:29

Yep it's immaculate I just can't afford the ridiculous rego costs etc. these days.

It's funny, isn't it less expensive to get pulled over three times for no rego than it is to pay for one for a year?