Wanted: Fxr150

[alexthekidd]

Hi There,

looking for a first bike and have been recommended an FXR 150 by a friend. so if anybody has one that is looking to sell drop us a line

Cheers

Alex

[Korea]

Welcome to KB~ good luck bike hunting
Safe riding and all that...

[MSTRS:Me]

Welcome to KB - get in touch with RG100! he is in your neck of the woods. I'm sure he knows what's around and handy to you

[Monorail]

Hi there,
FXR is a nice bike, but you might also want to consider either an RG150 or KR150. It really depends on your budget

RGV150 but you'd be looking at maybe $300-$400 to bring it up
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...n-71938918.htm

FXR150, but again a couple of hundred dollars to get down
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Mo...n-71513320.htm

FXR's are generally more expensive (a quick search on trademe will prove it), they are four stroke so are more reliable, but RG and KR area two stroke so you gotta watch the oil. Try ringing a few of the motorcycle dealers around Wellington. TwinCam in Pram is good for service, but they don't have many if anysmall road bikes.
Are you after a sports or a crusier and what is the price range?
Good Luck with the hunt,
Matt

[alexthekidd]

Hi,

Thanks for your help guys, nice reception on these forums

i'm really looking to spend under $2500, will be my first bike, anything considered really but would prefer something newer

thanks

[Monorail]

with up to $2500 you got a huge lot of bikes you can choose from. You could afford pretty much any of the 150cc bikes, or you could get a 250cc for around $2300. Are you after a sports or cruiser? and if a sport bike, full fairings and dont care?
Matt.
P.S. Are you a student or a grown-up?

[alexthekidd]

i'm not too bothered about cruiser or sports, i prefer the sports bikes personally but it is not a huge issue for me.

i'm 14, will be 15 next month so looking for one fairly soon. trying not to get something not to small either as i am 6ft

[Monorail]

huge 14 year old. wat college do you go to?

[alexthekidd]

LOL paraparaumu college 5th form

[Monorail]

I'm a kapiti college man myself, my lil bro goes to pram, but he's a turd, so you shouldn't know him

[erik]

welcome alex.

Remember that you'll need to spend a fair bit (say $700-$1000 depending on what you get) on protective gear as well, so figure that into your budget.

I'd say go for the fxr.

I see you also need an avatar...

[alexthekidd]

Ya, already got my HJC helmet and gloves, just need a jacket now, looking at some of the coruda jackets on trademe, suppose to be excellent buys (can anybody comment?).

Am definitley keen on the FXR but its trying to find one in wellington region that is a problem, was bidding on one a few days back only to have the guy withdraw the auction with an our to run...incredibly annoying

can anybody also comment in regards to the FXR about if they are comfortable to ride and how big/small they are?

A friend has also told me to keep an eye out for GN250's i believe he said, had a quick check on trademe and they seem to be about $3000. any assistance would be greatly appreciated

thanks guys

alex

[MSTRS:Me]

Ya, already got my HJC helmet and gloves, just need a jacket now, looking at some of the coruda jackets on trademe, suppose to be excellent buys (can anybody comment?).

GN250's i believe he said, had a quick check on trademe and they seem to be about $3000.

Cordura will be fine for you (although leather is best in a spill)
GN250's are about $3300 brand new - personally I don't like them but they are an excellent beginner's bike. They do hold their price well but don't be paying more than $2000 for a newish one

[Monorail]

Ya, already got my HJC helmet and gloves, just need a jacket now, looking at some of the coruda jackets on trademe, suppose to be excellent buys (can anybody comment?).

Am definitley keen on the FXR but its trying to find one in wellington region that is a problem, was bidding on one a few days back only to have the guy withdraw the auction with an our to run...incredibly annoying

can anybody also comment in regards to the FXR about if they are comfortable to ride and how big/small they are?

A friend has also told me to keep an eye out for GN250's i believe he said, had a quick check on trademe and they seem to be about $3000. any assistance would be greatly appreciated

thanks guys

alex

go to twin cam. Do you know where that is, they got a nice cordua jacket for $260 and it fit me perfect for my height, but i'm quite skinny.

[Sketchy_Racer]

Or,

If twin cam hasn't got what you need,

Stop in at " Hi Torque Cycles "

2-4 Ihakara St Paraparaumu. Its right next to the southern mobil petrol station.

Pays to do some looking around first

FXR 150. great bike. would suit you perfect. as long as you don't mind the mountain bike looks it has!

Hahah.
Matt, why aren't you at school? have you got computer class at the moment?