[The Hypnotoad]

Hi guys,

I just posted in the general D group, not noticing there was a Canada forum. Basically, I'm a new rider, 30yo, just got my M2, and I was thinking that a used 2000-2002 ZX-6r would be the ticket.

I'd like to purchase a used bike from a dealer sometime in Sept/October. My question was - what sort of wiggle room should I expect to be able to negotiate when a bike is listed for around $8000?

 

[goonie]

I'm not sure what kind of room you will have but don't forget from a dealer you pay pst & gst. I think you get better deals buying from the autotrader, and you only pay pst. Just keep looking you should find some good deals this time of year. Good luck

 

[GreenEnvy]

Dealers will wiggle a bit with older stock like the 00-02's.
Also, if you dont mind going a little higher, my buddy will probobly sell his 02 this fall, he wants an 03 or 04.
Here is a pic of it, he probobly wants around 9k..
http://www.schiebel.ca/Polishing/Directions/exhaust1.jpg
02 6R with Hindle full system, Titanium can highmount.
Polished frame, powder coated wheels.
Dyno'd at 107.7HP this summer.

 

[The Hypnotoad]

I think I'd rather have a bone stock bike without performance upgrades... being a new rider, I'm sure the bike in its standard form will have no problem scaring me.

 

[dj dunzie]

True, but if you can find a bike with quality mods professionally installed (no weekend hack mechanics)... you will be WAY further ahead of the game. You usually pay 4 times as much for mods when you do 'em new yourself. I used to think your way. Not anymore. Gimme a tricked up bike for basically the same price as some stocker and it's a deal...

 

[The Hypnotoad]

Ummm.... I'm not an experienced rider, and I'm not interested in extra power. Modifications are a personal thing, and personally, I like the bike as is. I'd rather get a brand new leftover at about $9k than a modified used bike for the same price.

Originally posted by dj dunzie

I used to think your way. Not anymore. Gimme a tricked up bike for basically the same price as some stocker and it's a deal...