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MrMoto
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Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 17, 2011, 10:32:15 PM »
Hi Guys,
Tomorrow I'm going to look at this bike on Craigslist.
http://nh.craigslist.org/mcd/2327267879.html
I know there's not a lot of info there about a stock low-mileage bike, but what do you guys think about the price? The seller tells me he buys and sells bikes as a side business, and thus I think the price is a litle high, but that's not a huge issue for me as my wife has a big problem (really big) with my doing a solo long distance fly'n'ride to and from the places I've found most of the available AEs (FL, TX, CO, etc). I'm in RI and this bike is only 25 miles away, so paying a premium to keep peace on the home front represents a lot of value to me.
I had originally planned on getting an '06 with up to 20K miles for about $7K, so I'm paying an extra $1.9K for a lower mileage, 2 year newer bike, and a MUCH happier wife. And we all know it's hard to put a price on that last item.
Any comments or opinions are greatly appreciated.
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Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 17, 2011, 10:44:23 PM »
Is the seller stuck on his price or is he willing to negotiate?
If you have to fly and ride one home any distance the 1.9K does not seem like much once you factor in Air, hotels & expenses for a fly and ride.
You will love the FJR. I still have not found anything that amazes me that much more to get me to part ways with mine. (I guess I am waiting for the next gen)
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 12:52:59 PM »
Buy an FJR you will not be disappointed. There are so many nice ones out there for sale you can pick your price, the options that appeal to you and the location of seller.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM »
HOw much does it weigh?
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 01:28:13 PM »
Quote from: county on April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM
HOw much does it weigh?
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You are just jealous because the FJR is a better ST than your XX/Sprint/VFR.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 01:33:30 PM »
well, it ain't a sport-tourer so you won't be welcome on this forum if you purchase it..
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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Quote from: county on April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM
HOw much does it weigh?
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 01:41:04 PM »
Quote from: UFO on April 18, 2011, 01:37:27 PM
Beat ya to it skipper
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You are just jealous because the FJR is a better ST than your XX/Sprint/VFR.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 01:50:45 PM »
Quote from: pcrdude on April 18, 2011, 01:28:13 PM
Well, if you wash them, they shrink.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 01:57:22 PM »
The ad has been deleted. Maybe it already sold.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 06:31:23 PM »
Quote from: county on April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM
HOw much does it weigh?
County, I don't even haveto see your name anymore-you are instantly recognizable by your comments....
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 06:48:45 PM »
1. Ignore County, he has deep issues.
2. FJR's are great all around bikes. Bulletproof and reliable... I love mine!
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 06:54:05 PM »
It's as light as a brick
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 07:19:05 PM »
Quote from: county on April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM
HOw much does it weigh?
County. What took you so long?
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 07:24:28 PM »
Quote from: Ack535 on April 18, 2011, 06:48:45 PM
1. Ignore County, he has deep issues.
2. FJR's are great all around bikes. Bulletproof and reliable... I love mine!
Pete
What more can i say. Last Saturday.
I just do normal maintenance. No motor issues. Still have the origanal clutch in it.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 07:54:51 PM »
Inspected the bike, not a scratch, 4917 miles, title in hand. Ad was for $8900 paid $8400. I'm happy with the bike as well as the price I've paid.The bag liners are still in the bag from the factory.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 07:57:06 PM »
Congrats.
County eat your hart out.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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Quote from: county on April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM
HOw much does it weigh?
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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April 18, 2011, 08:18:32 PM »
That's a huge bitch.
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Re: Going to look at an FJR- opinions
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2010+ Ducati Multistrada 1200S with bags.
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