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« on: 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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« Reply #1 on: 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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« Reply #2 on: 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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« Reply #3 on: April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM »
HOw much does it weigh?
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« Reply #4 on: 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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« Reply #5 on: 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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« Reply #6 on: April 18, 2011, 01:37:27 PM »
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« Reply #7 on: April 18, 2011, 01:41:04 PM »
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Beat ya to it skipper Wink
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« Reply #8 on: April 18, 2011, 01:50:45 PM »
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« Reply #9 on: April 18, 2011, 01:57:22 PM »
The ad has been deleted. Maybe it already sold.
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« Reply #10 on: 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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« Reply #11 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!

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« Reply #12 on: April 18, 2011, 06:54:05 PM »
It's as light as a brick  Bigsmile
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« Reply #13 on: 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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« Reply #14 on: April 18, 2011, 07:24:28 PM »
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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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What more can i say. Last Saturday.

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I just do normal maintenance. No motor issues. Still have the origanal clutch in it.
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« Reply #15 on: 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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« Reply #16 on: April 18, 2011, 07:57:06 PM »
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« Reply #17 on: April 18, 2011, 08:07:04 PM »
Quote from: county on April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM

HOw much does it weigh?

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« Reply #18 on: April 18, 2011, 08:18:32 PM »
That's a huge bitch.
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« Reply #19 on: April 18, 2011, 08:34:03 PM »
2010+ Ducati Multistrada 1200S with bags.   Lol
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« Reply #20 on: April 18, 2011, 09:21:40 PM »
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« Reply #21 on: April 19, 2011, 03:34:53 AM »
Throw a stubby 17 mm in your bags for on the fly fork preload adj. funny I picked up my FJR in RI last Sept. Is that where they come from?

A brick in the proper hands is a weapon Burnout

ps, I've gone to the dark side. I used the electrically adjustable windscreen yesterday in the combination rain and snow north of Syracuse. County where is the defroster controls on this thing? Lol
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« Reply #22 on: April 19, 2011, 05:10:24 AM »
Quote from: mxvet57 on April 18, 2011, 07:57:06 PM

 Clap  Congrats.


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« Reply #23 on: April 19, 2011, 05:16:17 AM »
Quote from: mugwump58 on April 19, 2011, 03:34:53 AM

Throw a stubby 17 mm in your bags for on the fly fork preload adj. funny I picked up my FJR in RI last Sept. Is that where they come from?


Hell yeah, we grows 'em out back where them revenuers can't see 'em from the road. But now they're using choppers and a few folks have had visits from the law. Gonna have to look into building one o' them indoor grow rooms I red 'bout on the interweb.
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« Reply #24 on: April 19, 2011, 06:13:56 AM »
hey CONGRATS on getting the FJR - you will find it extends your range..  Bigok

and to those FJR-hater pundits on this forum - BLEH!!!

be sure to go  over to www.fjrforum.com and join up there.

MY '05 FJR just passed 82,000 miles and it's all been good.
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« Reply #25 on: April 19, 2011, 06:38:52 AM »
Congrats on the new Feejer! Bigsmile
Yes, while the bike is heavy, it carries its weight very well at speed. Be sure to feed it a lot of miles. Wink
+1 on FJRmgm's comments; head over to FJRForum.com and FJRiders.com...they'll both have everything you ever wanted to know about the FJR.
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« Reply #26 on: April 19, 2011, 08:39:48 AM »
 Clap  Congrats! Sounds like a good deal to me. You're going to love that ride.

+1 on checking in a fjrforum.com. It's the best place for info on the bike.
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« Reply #27 on: April 19, 2011, 12:18:33 PM »
Quote from: county on April 18, 2011, 01:19:49 PM

HOw much does it weigh?


If you need any advise from the latest on todays "Slab Rider" County is your man!


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« Reply #28 on: April 19, 2011, 08:40:10 PM »
VERY nice.  All you need now is somewhere to go.
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« Reply #29 on: April 20, 2011, 06:38:57 PM »
She is mine. She is home. Now for the DMV drudgery and it'll be time to ride!
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« Reply #30 on: April 22, 2011, 08:39:14 AM »
you will have lots of fun on that FJR.

Some find that a good radar detector is a worthwhile investment. Lol
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« Reply #31 on: April 22, 2011, 05:03:56 PM »
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« Reply #32 on: April 28, 2011, 06:58:11 AM »
Congrats . the more you ride it , the more you'll love it .

I've had mine a year and it gets better every ride , the first 7000 miles have been great.
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« Reply #33 on: May 03, 2011, 06:00:09 PM »
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What more can i say. Last Saturday.

http://i120.photobucket.com/albums/o187/mxvet57/POSTING%20PICKS/100_5392.jpg

I just do normal maintenance. No motor issues. Still have the origanal clutch in it.


No freekin way!  Really!  Thats amazing!!!
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« Reply #34 on: May 03, 2011, 06:08:21 PM »
Enjoy!

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