Hey Guys,
First post here, been looking around and have seen a lot of great info. Have a few questions regarding a first bike and what might work out better;
Option 1:
-'91 Kawasaki ZR550, with 44k kms for $1400 (checked it out, runs great)
-Will need new rear tire for safety, but that should be about it
-So probably $1800-ish would get me on the road.
-Might be harder to sell in 2 - 3 years when (and if) I'm looking for something different
-Only $600/yr for insurance (with only liability)
-Rear shocks seemed a little spongey, might need to be replaced or re-built.
Option 2:
-2000 - 2004 GS500 for $2500 - $3000 (there's a few kicking around on Kijiji right now)
-Might be easier to sell in 2 - 3 years
-Most are ready to certify.
-Insurance a little higher
So it comes down to spending a little more now, or potentially spending more later on if the ZR550 ever breaks down.
Any suggestions or past experience with buying older vs. newer?
First post here, been looking around and have seen a lot of great info. Have a few questions regarding a first bike and what might work out better;
Option 1:
-'91 Kawasaki ZR550, with 44k kms for $1400 (checked it out, runs great)
-Will need new rear tire for safety, but that should be about it
-So probably $1800-ish would get me on the road.
-Might be harder to sell in 2 - 3 years when (and if) I'm looking for something different
-Only $600/yr for insurance (with only liability)
-Rear shocks seemed a little spongey, might need to be replaced or re-built.
Option 2:
-2000 - 2004 GS500 for $2500 - $3000 (there's a few kicking around on Kijiji right now)
-Might be easier to sell in 2 - 3 years
-Most are ready to certify.
-Insurance a little higher
So it comes down to spending a little more now, or potentially spending more later on if the ZR550 ever breaks down.
Any suggestions or past experience with buying older vs. newer?