Author Topic: So what do you guys think (Read 6416 times)

Adrian6171 · « **on:** 04 August 2014, 04:43:43 pm »

Looking at possibly upgrading from the 600 to the 1000 so what can you guys possibly point out that i can,t see (if there is any that is).

http://www.gcmotorcycles.co.uk/pages/show%20bike.aspx?bike=1587

or this one
121331840185 (item no on ebay)

Regards Ady

brooker81 · « **Reply #1 on:** 07 August 2014, 08:58:27 am »

Better one for sale in the sales section 2200 less miles ivanised, shock done etc.

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #2 on:** 07 August 2014, 09:12:31 am »

Hey brooker81 can you post a link for me,can,t seem to see it.
Cheers

brooker81 · « **Reply #3 on:** 07 August 2014, 10:54:29 am »

http://foc-u.co.uk/index.php/topic,12481.0.html

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #4 on:** 07 August 2014, 11:00:26 am »

That does look a nice bike,just don,t think my car will get me that far.

Thanks for the help pal.

fireblake · « **Reply #5 on:** 07 August 2014, 11:15:58 am »

Quote from: Adrian6171 on 07 August 2014, 11:00:26 am

That does look a nice bike,just don,t think my car will get me that far.

Thanks for the help pal.

That bike looks good but if you can wait there are loads of fantastic better bikes on the for sale section. The only real problem being travelling to see them. Like Brooker81 says, most of these have had the best mods done to them. I think you've done the right thing about coming on here and posting the link for advice. Don't be put off by mileage though as 44K is nothing providing its been serviced and there is proof of servicing like receipts.
Good luck in your search.

Mickey

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #6 on:** 07 August 2014, 11:18:59 am »

Thanks for that fireblake here is the link to the other bike which i looked at yesterday.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201407246069267/sort/recpriceascdefault/cc-from/1000cc/body-type/sports%20tourer/model/fzs/make/yamaha/usedbikes/advert-type/Classified/page/1/quicksearch/true/radius/25/postcode/pr69bg?logcode=p

Looking favorite at the moment.But 7 owners and not much history but seemed an honest guy.

brooker81 · « **Reply #7 on:** 07 August 2014, 11:25:39 am »

I found the right bike waited and had to travel 300 mile round trip its worth it for the right bike mate i tell ya.

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #8 on:** 07 August 2014, 11:29:21 am »

If i did,nt have to use the bike as a daily mode of transport waiting would not be a problem but because i do i have to sell mine then get another bike within a day or 2 not a perfect way of having to do thinks but my only option.

brooker81 · « **Reply #9 on:** 07 August 2014, 11:30:33 am »

Nice yellow bike although im pretty sure that aint no akra exhaust. does he have any proof of exhaust and jet kit being fitted.

noggythenog · « **Reply #10 on:** 07 August 2014, 12:01:57 pm »

Brooker is right....not an Akra....how do i know.....coz i got fleeced with mine that just had a sticker.....Akra only have titanium hangers...not stainless steel......pointed out to me by another foccer.

fireblake · « **Reply #11 on:** 07 August 2014, 02:57:16 pm »

My Akrapovic had a Carbon hanger. I wouldn't base my whole buying procedure on whether the strap was the correct strap to a type of can, especially when the can is as messed about as this one seems to be. Do Akrapovic make stubbies? if not then the make is irrelevant. You might as well use any can if you're going to modify it from original. Which the maker of this can might have done.
Like has previously been said id want proof of Ivanising and authenticity of products.
Anyone want to buy my Ivanising receipt, going cheap £150

Mickey

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #12 on:** 07 August 2014, 03:21:56 pm »

Not overly bothered about the exhaust and Ivanising that can all be done later,looking at other prices around here would still pay more for a bog standard bike looking on e Bay Taking a bike mechanic round tonight to have a look at it.

fireblake · « **Reply #13 on:** 07 August 2014, 10:00:42 pm »

Quote from: Adrian6171 on 07 August 2014, 03:21:56 pm

Not overly bothered about the exhaust and Ivanising that can all be done later,looking at other prices around here would still pay more for a bog standard bike looking on e Bay Taking a bike mechanic round tonight to have a look at it.

That's a fair point, just as long as you don't pay more for the extras. Like you say, they can be added if that's what you want.

Mickey

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #14 on:** 07 August 2014, 10:09:35 pm »

Well took my mate down to check it out and he admitted if he had the cash he would buy it,so can,t be that bad lol.

nickodemon · « **Reply #15 on:** 07 August 2014, 11:30:11 pm »

I agree with the other guys about the can. It looks like a danmoto or similar (cheap). Very loud and doesn't do anything for performance. I'm not too keen on bikes that have been repainted. Usually because paintwork was damaged/crash damage. £2200 is too much for a bike repainted with no service history/proof of mileage. For £2200 you will get one with fsh probably standard for less.. here is one on ebay for the kind of money you should pay. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321460942746?_trksid=p2060778.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

brooker81 · « **Reply #16 on:** 08 August 2014, 09:57:31 am »

Pesonally i think there is better out there for the money i sold my Gen 1 minter for that type of money.

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #17 on:** 08 August 2014, 01:51:28 pm »

This is the problem when i have to get the job done and dusted in a couple of days.

nickodemon · « **Reply #18 on:** 08 August 2014, 06:23:35 pm »

Where abouts are you located? I will try and find you something decent.

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #19 on:** 08 August 2014, 08:23:06 pm »

Lancashire pal,near Preston

nickodemon · « **Reply #20 on:** 08 August 2014, 10:11:17 pm »

The search is on

the link i gave you for the one on ebay is that near you as i'm using my phone at the moment

nickodemon · « **Reply #21 on:** 08 August 2014, 10:13:10 pm »

Forgot to ask the max you want to spend?

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #22 on:** 08 August 2014, 10:22:09 pm »

To be honest nickodemon because of what i will end up getting for mine i,m only looking at £2200

nickodemon · « **Reply #23 on:** 08 August 2014, 11:04:59 pm »

Should get a really nice one for that price. I will scour the net tomorrow mate.

Adrian6171 · « **Reply #24 on:** 08 August 2014, 11:21:52 pm »

Well has to be close and at the latest Sunday.Sorry