whats the cheapest cheapest sports bike?

**madboy** · 20th September 2005, 20:19

Originally Posted by The young one

that bike looks awsome!, sadly i think it might be a bit dear for me
how much would the fine be if your caught on something higher than a 250cc when your on a restriced? (just checking)

$400 plus 25 demerit points. Save your money, buy a 600. You shouldn't get caught.

**texmo** · 20th September 2005, 20:19

$400..... then you stack your bike into the side of a ferrari...

**R6_kid:Me** · 20th September 2005, 20:23

$400 for not being on a 250 or less, $400 for not having an L plate, and possibly another $400 for being over 70.... then if you ride at night (after 10) theres another $400.

Of course if you are speeding and get done then its anybodies guess. But yeh look to spend about $800-$1200 extra atleast... whats wrong with a ZXR/CBR 250? Not too much slower and good to get onto the road with.

**justsomeguy** · 20th September 2005, 20:30

Originally Posted by gareth_d

... whats wrong with a ZXR/CBR 250? Not too much slower and good to get onto the road with.

This here is very wise advice - at least try and test ride one of them.

**flash** · 20th September 2005, 20:33

im not on a learners licence, ive been ridding on the road for over a year...but these days there learners-restriced-full (like a car), right now im on a restricted

edit: and have been riding on the dirt since i can remember

**texmo** · 20th September 2005, 20:42

I have had my licence for 3 years now.... still on learners...

**justsomeguy** · 20th September 2005, 20:46

Originally Posted by The young one

im not on a learners licence, ive been ridding on the road for over a year...but these days there learners-restriced-full (like a car), right now im on a restricted

How long have you held your restricted??

If you are under 25 and have held your restricted for more than 9 months you can apply for a full license after sitting the CBTA.

Search the site for CBTA if you want more info - or www.passrite.co.nz

**flash** · 20th September 2005, 20:48

sadly i only got it about 1-2 months ago, damn me for not going for it when i could of

edit: after reading about that site, i found i cant do i anyway

, i cant because i only have a restriced car licence too. well that sucks

**slob** · 20th September 2005, 21:05

IMHO 400cc multis represent the best value for money on sports bikes out there. The following are the ones I have in mind when I say this (in alphabetical order)

Honda VFR400
Honda CBR400
Kawasaki ZXR400
Suzuki GSXR400
Yamaha FZR400

All of them have roughly 55-60hp and are capable of 200kmph+. I've owned the yamaha and the kawasaki myself - the kawa is sharper and racier, but the yam is more road-friendly and smoother and much easier to turn.

Personally, I wouldn't (and haven't) spend more than $2500 on a 400cc sports bike. If you're buying from a dealer expect to pay around $4000 for an early 90s machine. Try and get one with 35,000kms or less.

PS: If you don't mind sourcing an engine, then MotoRacer might have a deal for you on a 1989 Honda CBR400RR..

**texmo** · 20th September 2005, 21:12

I have a friend with a brand new NOS kit for sale $1000 install take a few mins anyone can do it.

**flash** · 20th September 2005, 21:13

edit:just rephrased it (when you said motoracer, my first thought was that it was a store, not a person)

im sure i could find a motor on trademe, i wouldnt be able to fit it in (i know nothing about motors), also it may be a bit soon, but who knows

**slob** · 20th September 2005, 21:20

Originally Posted by The young one

any link?, or is this in a shop?. im sure i could find a motor on trademe, but would they fit it in (i know nothing about motors), also it may be a bit soon, but who knows

Assuming you're asking me, just send a Private Message to MotoRacer and take it from there. He hasn't actually advertised it or anything - it's just sitting in the garage at the moment with a dropped valve.

**cowpoos** · 20th September 2005, 21:22

I used to own a CBR400RR....awesome bike....abit thirsty though.....it was a rocket ship for its size...I love every moment of owning it apart from the badge.....Highly recommended

**texmo** · 20th September 2005, 21:37

Originally Posted by justsomeguy

How long have you held your restricted??

If you are under 25 and have held your restricted for more than 9 months you can apply for a full license after sitting the CBTA.

Search the site for CBTA if you want more info - or www.passrite.co.nz

Thats stupid you have to have a clean driving reccord there isnt such a thing is there?