The Reasonably Priced Used Motorcycles for Sale Thread

[Priller]

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2004 Honda CB599 33k $3000. Decent price but one big problem

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I guess when not being used as a wheelie bar, that exhaust could work like a wheelbarrow handle and be used to wheel the bike around your garage...

 

[Priller]

"Inspired by ducati"?

Makes zero sense. There's literally nothing about the 599 that's inspired by Ducati. I mean, I guess the underseat exhausts that were ubiquitous in the era could be 'inspired' by the 916, but considering Ducati stole that first from the Honda NR750 (among many other details on the 916), I don't think Honda would be too happy about that assumption...

 

[GreyGhost]

Makes zero sense. There's literally nothing about the 599 that's inspired by Ducati. I mean, I guess the underseat exhausts that were ubiquitous in the era could be 'inspired' by the 916, but considering Ducati stole that first from the Honda NR750 (among many other details on the 916), I don't think Honda would be too happy about that assumption...

I wondered if because it was a naked bike, the monster was it's father. In every case, it seems like more than a stretch.

 

[MacDoc]

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FJR 1300 for $2k.... seat alone is worth $500. Few years back might have had a go at that ...better bike for touring than the 2009 CBF1000 that cost $5k a few years back that I bought for my son. The FJR only 100 lb heavier and would be comfier plus 25l tank vs the piss poor 19l on the Honda that barely got 300 km range. 31.5" seat height on both.

too old too soon

This is tempting 40lb heavier than my CB500F - same seat height.

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[Priller]

I wondered if because it was a naked bike, the monster was it's father. In every case, it seems like more than a stretch.

I mean, I guess if it was just a CBR600 sans fairing in the same way the original Monster was a parts-bin special cobbled together using existing 851 parts, but it isn't. It's got a retuned CBR600 engine, but the frame and everything else is unique to the 599.

I know I'm being a humourless pr!ck, but it is a pet peeve of mine when people compare or dress up other bikes to be more like a Duc thinking that somehow makes them more appealing. Honda has 10x the history that Ducati does, just not the aspirational marketing.

 

[TwistedKestrel]

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2004 Honda CB599 33k $3000. Decent price but one big problem

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To each their own and all that, but that is a PROFOUNDLY ugly motorcycle. I am curious about the phallic cover the radiator has been garnished with, is that a custom piece or is that something people pay money for on the aftermarket?

 

[GreyGhost]

To each their own and all that, but that is a PROFOUNDLY ugly motorcycle. I am curious about the phallic cover the radiator has been garnished with, is that a custom piece or is that something people pay money for on the aftermarket?

The dick covers a rad hose. Imo, the exposed hose looked much better. The left side of that fairing is not as ugly.

 

[Priller]

To each their own and all that, but that is a PROFOUNDLY ugly motorcycle. I am curious about the phallic cover the radiator has been garnished with, is that a custom piece or is that something people pay money for on the aftermarket?

Looks like something that would be sold by the UK vendor that used to always be in Streetfighters magazine back in the '90s, the name of which I can't remember to save my life. I want to say streeghtfighterz.co.uk, but that's not it. They sold all sorts of cheap plastic customising bits, especially for bikes like the GSXR1100 that were popular in that scene. Always a hideous colour, always looking cheap. I remember dozens of headlight units, each uglier than the last, to replace the smashed off bits of your sportbike...

 

[Priller]

Brain finally stopped slipping the clutch: shop was called Demon Tweeks. Dollars to donuts those shrouds, or whatever they are, are made by either Pyramid or Ermax.

Have been having flashback to scantily clad and very, very British models draped over Spondon-framed Gixxer 1100's with a massive turbo bolted to the side, or 'fightered CBR900RR's with acres of polished aluminium frames that were blinding. Also with a massive turbo. Everything needed a massive turbo. Those were the days, my friends, those were the days...

 

[GreyGhost]

Brain finally stopped slipping the clutch: shop was called Demon Tweeks. Dollars to donuts those shrouds, or whatever they are, are made by either Pyramid or Ermax.

Have been having flashback to scantily clad and very, very British models draped over Spondon-framed Gixxer 1100's with a massive turbo bolted to the side, or 'fightered CBR900RR's with acres of polished aluminium frames that were blinding. Also with a massive turbo. Everything needed a massive turbo. Those were the days, my friends, those were the days...

Bang on. Ermax. The marketing pictures only show the left side. I think they knew the right side would hurt sales.

ermax: product

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[xrljoel]

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2004 Honda CB599 33k $3000. Decent price but one big problem

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LOL. I saw the link and read the text with the picture below the screen (out of view) and thought, "Well what problem could be THAT big..." and I scrolled down.

WHOA!! That is seven ways to Sunday UGLY. Is the guy color blind? How else do you explain an intestinal pink paint job. And exactly what is he saying subconsciously with that exhaust?

As others have pointed out, it looks strait outta one of those English bike magazine from the mid nineties.

 

[Priller]

Bang on. Ermax. The marketing pictures only show the left side. I think they knew the right side would hurt sales.

ermax: product

www.ermax.com

Can you imagine buying based on that pic and then hauling the other semi-erect side out of the foam peanuts on arrival? What a bummer...

 

[GVH]

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2002 BMW GS650. $1500 backup for sale

 

[mimico_polak]

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2002 BMW GS650. $1500 backup for sale

Nice bike! Always liked those.

Can travel the world on one of those.

 

[GVH]

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2020 Kawasaki W800 with only 293 km on it $6500

 

[NuggyBuggy]

I'm surprised this has been up for a week.

2021 Husqvarna 400
CA$3,250

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Price is negotiableBest Husqvarna Svartpilen 401151хх km Just changed oil after long ride to quebec city and back. Upgrades & Care: • Heavy-duty crash bars and frame sliders, plus front and rear axle sliders – maximum protection in case of a fall • Radiator guard to keep the cooling system safe from debris • Touring windshield for better wind protection and riding comfort • Rear luggage rack, ready for panniers or bags • Professionally installed alarm system for extra security • Usb A/Usb C Charger for phone • The original rear metal part has been preserved, as well as the bolts for it • Chain cleaned and lubricated every 300–500 km without exception, ensuring smooth operation and long life • Motorcycle cover and side bags This is a well-cared-for motorcycle with thoughtful upgrades, perfect for both daily rides and long-distance touring.

 

[adri]

I'm surprised this has been up for a week.

2021 Husqvarna 400
CA$3,250

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Price is negotiableBest Husqvarna Svartpilen 401151хх km Just changed oil after long ride to quebec city and back. Upgrades & Care: • Heavy-duty crash bars and frame sliders, plus front and rear axle sliders – maximum protection in case of a fall • Radiator guard to keep the cooling system safe from debris • Touring windshield for better wind protection and riding comfort • Rear luggage rack, ready for panniers or bags • Professionally installed alarm system for extra security • Usb A/Usb C Charger for phone • The original rear metal part has been preserved, as well as the bolts for it • Chain cleaned and lubricated every 300–500 km without exception, ensuring smooth operation and long life • Motorcycle cover and side bags This is a well-cared-for motorcycle with thoughtful upgrades, perfect for both daily rides and long-distance touring.

It's been up for a week but not at that price. He lowers the price every day.

Also, he says it's well maintained but those tires are original and flatter in the middle than a model with bulimia.

 

[NuggyBuggy]

It's been up for a week but not at that price. He lowers the price every day.

Also, he says it's well maintained but those tires are original and flatter in the middle than a model with bulimia.

That makes more sense if he's been dropping the price... if he wants to sell, that's the way to do it. What did he start at?

I'm not seeing what you're seeing in the tires though. Looks like a lot of rubber left to me, and I doubt original tires are lasting 15000 km. Flat in the middle - it all depends on what kind of riding he's been doing, especially if he's logging most of his miles on the freeway.

At its current price, I think it's a bargain unless there's something really wrong with it. Similar vintage 401s are listed at way more.

I do take issue with the claim it is "perfect for ... long-distance touring.", but I can't blame him too much for putting together an energetic sales pitch.

 

[LBV]

I was seriously looking at those 401's before I decided for a 2-3 grand more the Scrambler was worth the extra $ ... it's now sold regardless.

 

[adri]

I'm not seeing what you're seeing in the tires though. Looks like a lot of rubber left to me, and I doubt original tires are lasting 15000 km. Flat in the middle - it all depends on what kind of riding he's been doing, especially if he's logging most of his miles on the freeway.

And still they doubt me... Oh ye of little faith

Per my DMs with the seller, see the first thing I asked him



Tires are original. Below is a picture from the angle he doesn't show in the ad.

I thought about buying it as my winter beater so my Vespa wouldn't have to get salty. When I pointed out to the seller that his tires are ready for replacing, he strongly disagreed with me, told me to trust him, and he let me know that he knows best because he does track days and his tires are still good for "a few thousand km more"

Kid looks 14, his tires look like this, y'all be the judges and let me know whether you'd ride on these or not.

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