The Reasonably Priced Used Motorcycles for Sale Thread

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That looks in good nick
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Lotsa fun at the throttle but likely very thirsty at the pump.
Only 31k km ...poor thing has hardly had a life.
 
Dirty Frank said:
80 GS 1100 E remarkably unmolested considering its age. 2k asking
My fav of the big gs's the 1150 styling was meh.


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Nice find, I owned two of those, a red ‘80 and a black ‘81. They had an absolutely fabulous indestructible engine. The stying of the 1150 was a little out there but those engines are still being drag raced today although the supply is dwindling. They were the Hyabusas of their day. I wish that bike was a little closer, I would go take a look at it.
 
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1988 Honda vtz 250. Japanese import $1400. Like the looks
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While I like it, the sellers declaration of "Great beginner or commuter" is complete crap. It's hard to find a worse beginner or commuter bike than a japanese import. It was sold in Canada for two years 35 years ago so that's not going to be much help. Expect it to be down for months at a time as you try to source parts.
 
mimico_polak said:
You don’t know how much will power I’m using not to buy it…
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C’mon, man. $2,500 is just a fart in the wind.

You might even break even if you keep it for a couple of seasons and then sell it at the beginning of the third.
 
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You don’t know how much will power I’m using not to buy it…
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If you're not riding much, you may want to consider a vintage bike for the much lower insurance rates. Co-operators limit is 30 years old and less than 4000 kms per year, so 1996 or older. My 88 Hawk was quoted at $112/yr for liability only. If you never park it in a sketchy location, you don't really need theft, and you only need collision if you want insurance to pay for damage to your OWN bike if you are at fault. Otherwise, you can ride with liability only and be fully covered for damages when someone else is at fault.
 
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If you're not rifing much, you may want to consider a vintage bike for the much lower insurance rates. Co-operators limit is 30 years old and less than 4000 kms per year, so 1996 or older. My 88 Hawk was quoted at $112/yr for liability only. If you never park it in a sketchy location, you don't really need theft, and you only need collision if you want insurance to pay for damage to your OWN bike if you are at fault. Otherwise, you can ride with liability only and be fully covered for damages when someone else is at fault.
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The issue with no collision is the tow truck mafia can extort you.
 
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33" seat height. :eek: I had to lower mine and I was glad the bike was gone.
That is a really good deal tho.
It is a plush ride and decent seat. Still a single tho.
A Honda 500 twin a better bike IMNSHO

The BMW G 310 GS has several well-documented issues reported by owners and online communities.

Electrical and Starting Issues
    • Alternator and Stator Failures: A frequent complaint involves charging system failures where the alternator, stator, or voltage regulator stops working, causing voltage drops and sudden engine stalls.
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    • Starting and Cranking Failures: Owners frequently report instances where the dashboard lights up and performs its normal check, but pressing the starter button results in no cranking or a failure to initiate the start sequence.
    • Starter Clutch and Motor Wear:The one-way starter clutch bearing and starter gear are known weak points that can wear out or fail prematurely, sometimes requiring partial teardowns of the engine side cover
Engine and Performance Issues
    • Cold-Start Stalling & RPM Drops: Early models suffered from an issue where the engine would easily stall when pulling in the clutch and closing the throttle at low speeds or in heavy traffic due to a low idle-fuel map (though BMW released a mandatory firmware update to address fuel mapping).
    • Engine Vibrations: The 313cc single-cylinder engine generates notable, sometimes uncomfortable vibrations—particularly in the 6,000 to 7,000 RPM range, which can cause hand numbness.
    • Catastrophic Failures (Isolated): Long-term tracking on platforms like the BMW G310 R/GS Forum highlights rare instances of major internal mechanical damage, such as valve failure or crankshaft issues near higher mileages.
Mechanical, Brakes, and Recalls
    • Brake Caliper Corrosion: Safety recalls have addressed potential corrosion in the brake calipers that can affect piston movement, alongside complaints of rear-brake squealing and difficult pedal angle ergonomics.
    • Side Stand and Frame Concerns: Recalls and owner complaints have targeted potential side-stand fatigue and frame stress points.
    • High Maintenance Costs: Routine servicing, break-in checks, and replacement parts (like ignition coils or genuine BMW fluids) are widely considered expensive relative to the bike's displacement class.
 
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