What are some recommended dual sports for the beginner rider?

**Matariki** · 20th October 2011, 17:59

Originally Posted by DR650gary

Was this no good to you?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-415183256.htm

2 tyres, pay the reg and you're off. Not worth $2100 but negotiate a bit

I couldn't get in contact with the guy, I texted him and emailed him but nothing.

**DR650gary** · 20th October 2011, 18:24

Originally Posted by Hotkebab

I couldn't get in contact with the guy, I texted him and emailed him but nothing.

Don't give up. He's in your neck of the woods isn't he?

**Ender EnZed** · 20th October 2011, 19:27

Originally Posted by Hotkebab

I couldn't get in contact with the guy, I texted him and emailed him but nothing.

Try an actual phone call if you're serious about having a look at it.

**DR650gary** · 20th October 2011, 20:40

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-395344006.htm

This is a great buy for your budget and I am sure a local rider will check it out for you and there is often a vehicle coming North.

Tempted myself but practicing the "need and want" thing.

Cheers

**dino3310** · 20th October 2011, 21:07

or this one, either way there both fab lil bikes http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-416358461.htm

**Matariki** · 20th October 2011, 21:40

I've got my fingers crossed for this one - http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/List...x?id=415474073

However I'm in the process of saving up for it.

**dino3310** · 20th October 2011, 21:51

nice

**Matariki** · 22nd October 2011, 16:29

Ah well, I didn't get the Honda SL, so I'm eying up for this one at the moment - http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/List...x?id=411561597

I'm actually quite impressed by these little bikes (NXR 125), this one has low mileage, its within my price range and its ready to go on the road. I'm confident that it will do the job (getting me around the Wairarapa and Wellington). I also really like the sizing of the fuel tanks on these little bikes. Sure I may look like an idiot for a couple of years based on the fact that I'm not on a 250cc, but I only intend to use this bike until I get my full license and a proper income (student life sucks).

**Matariki** · 25th October 2011, 23:36

Originally Posted by DR650gary

Was this no good to you?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-415183256.htm

2 tyres, pay the reg and you're off. Not worth $2100 but negotiate a bit

Yes, I finally managed to get in contact with the guy, I'm arranging to see the bike probably this weekend. How much do you reckon I could get for it?

**DR650gary** · 26th October 2011, 06:42

Originally Posted by Hotkebab

How much do you reckon I could get for it?

"For it " or it for?

It is worth what you are prepared to pay and what he will settle for.

Probably a bit under $2k as you have to reg and buy tyres and whatever other bits are broken or missing.

**Matariki** · 26th October 2011, 10:29

Originally Posted by DR650gary

"For it " or it for?

It is worth what you are prepared to pay and what he will settle for.

Probably a bit under $2k as you have to reg and buy tyres and whatever other bits are broken or missing.

Er, 'it for'.

**chasio** · 26th October 2011, 11:54

Originally Posted by DR650gary

"For it " or it for?

It is worth what you are prepared to pay and what he will settle for.

Probably a bit under $2k as you have to reg and buy tyres and whatever other bits are broken or missing.

Speaking of which (and maybe it's my eyes), I can't see any indicators on it. Maybe the seller has them ready to refit, but I'd check before going out to see it. It would add to the aggro and cost of road registration if you need to sort them yourself. HTH.

**Ender EnZed** · 26th October 2011, 13:21

Originally Posted by chasio

Speaking of which (and maybe it's my eyes), I can't see any indicators on it. Maybe the seller has them ready to refit, but I'd check before going out to see it. It would add to the aggro and cost of road registration if you need to sort them yourself. HTH.

Good point.

Originally Posted by Hotkebab

Yes, I finally managed to get in contact with the guy, I'm arranging to see the bike probably this weekend. How much do you reckon I could get for it?

Offer $2k on the condition that he gets it a wof before you pick it up.

**DR650gary** · 26th October 2011, 13:52

Originally Posted by Ender EnZed

Good point.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-415505438.htm

FFS stop phaffing around and go and get one. If you don't like it, sell it and get another. It won't be your last bike, unless you take as long to get your full license as you do deciding stuff.

**Ender EnZed** · 26th October 2011, 14:06

Originally Posted by DR650gary

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...-415505438.htm

FFS stop phaffing around and go and get one. If you don't like it, sell it and get another. It won't be your last bike, unless you take as long to get your full license as you do deciding stuff.

You may have just replied to the wrong person. May have, otherwise I'm confused.