20-05-13, 05:12 AM
(20-05-13, 01:13 AM)Kentish link Wrote: I am a massive fan of the foxeye. I think that was the best looking and best Fazer. I own a 2003 model one on an 04 plate. condition and mileage reflects the price I guess. I wouldnt say £2500 was high for a 2003 bike with 6000 miles on it. If its a bike someone wants and its real clean then someone will pay more for it. Id rather pay more for a minter than less for somthing with dents in the tank etc cause that would annoy me!!! bikes hold there money these days anyway
A good service history makes it worth more for me. My bike costs around 500 euros per season. Tyres, pads, chains etc - it all adds up. If that's all new, you've got 500 or more euros "added" value, compared to a bike with worn replaceable parts. It's not the same 2003 bike if the rear shock absorber is worn, or replaced and almost brand new. Etc.
Still, a 10+ year old bike should have all the rubber parts almost rotten, and that can be annoying. Most seals will be due for a change. So when I bought my Fazer it was a bit under 10 years old, wouldn't buy it now, but I'm also very happy with it and don't see me selling it either.
Most things done in a hurry need to be done again - patiently.