Worth Buying?

iSpeed · June 8th, 2012, 06:19 PM

Hey, i am looking to buy a 250r and looking for a good deal. let me know what you all think of this post
If you can find something better priced around new york city please let me know. Thanks. i've only been searching @ craigslist not sure of any other sites..

http://newyork.craigslist.org/brx/mcy/3055530224.html

sombo · June 8th, 2012, 06:23 PM

Go for it if it's not already gone.

Old Lemon · June 8th, 2012, 06:23 PM

if there really is nothing wrong with it thats a steal compared if you buy a new one from a dealership

xSean13 · June 8th, 2012, 06:23 PM

For a 2012, that's a great deal, plus you should be able to work them down a couple hundred.

cycletrader is another good website to check out...try your best to buy from a private owner, and it's also best to take a mechanic with you to make sure everything is legit (disregard that if you are a motorcycle person already and know this stuff)

trenttheuncatchable · June 8th, 2012, 06:36 PM

You could do worse. Always check eBay prices also. And cycletrader.com.

lgk · June 8th, 2012, 07:02 PM

what are you waiting for, get it dude

Mocha Man · June 8th, 2012, 08:01 PM

It's a really good deal considering you wouldn't have to pay dealership fees. I'd jump on it personally!

Kristofferzero · June 8th, 2012, 08:26 PM

Aww this guy won that sweepstakes? Too bad I didn't win, I would've actually used it. 75 miles... jeez

Anyway, yeah that's a good asking price man. Most in my area would be asking dealership prices for that.

BFisher244 · June 8th, 2012, 09:12 PM

excellent price!

PsHYk · June 8th, 2012, 10:19 PM

thats hella good i just bought my 2012 250r 2 or 3 weeks ago... i dont remember and it was 5K so 3.8k is a hell of a deal id go for it

iSpeed · June 9th, 2012, 07:27 AM

Contacted the seller, waiting for a reply.

Mocha Man · June 9th, 2012, 07:33 AM

Good luck! Keep us posted!

iSpeed · June 9th, 2012, 07:48 PM

Still no response... What about this bike..Site says bike has been lowered...do they mean lowered in price or the bike has been lowered closer to the ground for those who are not too tall?
http://www.pauldingscycle.com/new_ve...65&pov=2710469

trenttheuncatchable · June 10th, 2012, 01:42 AM

They mean lowered with lowering links (so yes, closer to the ground). Which you can undo if you wish. However, sometimes they also cut the kickstand, so you might need to get a replacement for that, too. There are adjustable-in-height kickstands available also, fyi.

iSpeed · June 10th, 2012, 04:57 AM

Is it better to have it lowered? Kickstand is still there I can see it from the picture.

BFisher244 · June 10th, 2012, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iSpeed

Is it better to have it lowered? Kickstand is still there I can see it from the picture.

Unless you are very vertically challenged you're going to want to undo this mod.

iSpeed · June 10th, 2012, 07:50 AM

Vertically challenged lol..nice way of saying short..anyway yea I was not to thrilled on it being lowered...

lgk · June 10th, 2012, 05:23 PM

i thought i would need it as well but once you gain experience you'll realize lowering is a waste of money.

iSpeed · June 10th, 2012, 06:27 PM

Omfg the person replied to my forth email! Lol! I'm going to buy it! Should I offer $3,500 or more or less or just offer what he's asking?

PsHYk · June 10th, 2012, 06:32 PM

lowered messes with turning and all that from what i heard and thats why i havent done it and dont think im doing anymore and try 3500 that way you save some for exhaust and whatever else you want to mod up yourself... =D

Ichiro · June 10th, 2012, 06:41 PM

Give him the $3,800. It's a great deal. Why risk losing it for $300?

iSpeed · June 10th, 2012, 06:43 PM

Yea I was thinking the money can go towards an exhaust b/c stock is still on it

sombo · June 10th, 2012, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iSpeed

Omfg the person replied to my forth email! Lol! I'm going to buy it! Should I offer $3,500 or more or less or just offer what he's asking?

Are you talking the first one? The one that is bone stock and won it from a contest?

If so you can try bringing the price down. Don't try to lowball to much, but see if he'll take slightly less. If not then at least it's a hell of a deal anyway.

iSpeed · June 11th, 2012, 03:54 AM

Yea im talking about the green one with 75 miles on it.

iSpeed · June 11th, 2012, 08:51 AM

Question: spoke to seller...she has no plates on it...just going to give her the $3,800...should i ask for it to be given as a gift? How do I get plates? So I can take it home...need step by step guides b/c she's never sold privately nor have I bought privately.. Do I call my car insurance company? Ty in advance

sombo · June 11th, 2012, 09:34 AM

You will need a bill of sale in which you can put whatever price on it. State's these days will try to get you on taxes no matter what. Some states will try to charge you taxes on what THEY think is the fair price if they feel you paid too little. (yes, this happens, FL tried to do it to me with the ninjette when I moved down here for a sale that never happened in their state) The gift approach might or might not work depending on the state these days really. I would suggest to talk to your insurance as well. It's always best to cover that base just to be on the safe side. Some states don't require motorcycle insurance (FL for example), but many do.

Ichiro · June 11th, 2012, 09:35 AM

Congratulations. You got a great deal

Be sure you have insurance coverage on it before you ride it. Call a number of companies for insurance quotes because they vary widely; in my case I got quotes from $350/yr to $1500/yr for the same coverage!

Call your local DMV for procedure about plates and transfer because each State is different.

trenttheuncatchable · June 11th, 2012, 09:38 AM

Plates = registration. What about Title? She does have the title for it, right? In her name?

iSpeed · June 11th, 2012, 09:55 AM

Yea she said she has the title ready to sign over

trenttheuncatchable · June 11th, 2012, 10:18 AM

Okay. Not sure how it works in NY, but in IL you can get it registered (and plated) at the same time that you title it in your name. At the DMV. I'd be surprised if the process was much different.

You can find some standard forms for a motorcycle bill of sale by doing a google search.

And like others have said, get it insured before you ride it. You can get some online quotes for comparison purposes from Progressive and Geico.

iSpeed · June 12th, 2012, 06:33 PM

Got it down $50 bucks lol closing the sale tomorrow

Miles_Prower · June 14th, 2012, 01:06 PM

Do you have the bike now??! I hope so!!

iSpeed · June 14th, 2012, 08:00 PM

Yup!

lgk · June 16th, 2012, 07:38 AM

June 8th, 2012, 06:19 PM	#1
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Worth Buying? Hey, i am looking to buy a 250r and looking for a good deal. let me know what you all think of this post If you can find something better priced around new york city please let me know. Thanks. i've only been searching @ craigslist not sure of any other sites.. http://newyork.craigslist.org/brx/mcy/3055530224.html

June 8th, 2012, 06:23 PM	#2
sombo Newb..... on a steeek! :D Name: Mike Location: Windermere, FL Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Harley Davidson XL883L Sportster Superlow Posts: A lot.	Go for it if it's not already gone. __________________________________________________

June 11th, 2012, 09:34 AM	#26
sombo Newb..... on a steeek! :D Name: Mike Location: Windermere, FL Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Harley Davidson XL883L Sportster Superlow Posts: A lot.	You will need a bill of sale in which you can put whatever price on it. State's these days will try to get you on taxes no matter what. Some states will try to charge you taxes on what THEY think is the fair price if they feel you paid too little. (yes, this happens, FL tried to do it to me with the ninjette when I moved down here for a sale that never happened in their state) The gift approach might or might not work depending on the state these days really. I would suggest to talk to your insurance as well. It's always best to cover that base just to be on the safe side. Some states don't require motorcycle insurance (FL for example), but many do. __________________________________________________

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June 8th, 2012, 06:23 PM	#3
Old Lemon Lays er down Name: Michael Location: Maryland Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Lime green Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	if there really is nothing wrong with it thats a steal compared if you buy a new one from a dealership

June 8th, 2012, 06:23 PM	#4
xSean13 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Middle TN Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r (sold) / '03 CBR 600RR Posts: A lot.	For a 2012, that's a great deal, plus you should be able to work them down a couple hundred. cycletrader is another good website to check out...try your best to buy from a private owner, and it's also best to take a mechanic with you to make sure everything is legit (disregard that if you are a motorcycle person already and know this stuff)

June 8th, 2012, 06:36 PM	#5
trenttheuncatchable ninjette.org newbie Name: trent Location: chi burbs Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): m50, z750s, zx10r Posts: 9	You could do worse. Always check eBay prices also. And cycletrader.com.

June 8th, 2012, 07:02 PM	#6
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	what are you waiting for, get it dude

June 8th, 2012, 08:01 PM	#7
Mocha Man Blue Shell magnet Name: Nolan Location: Northwest Washington Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1997 Ninja 250 Posts: 816	It's a really good deal considering you wouldn't have to pay dealership fees. I'd jump on it personally!

June 8th, 2012, 08:26 PM	#8
Kristofferzero ninjette.org member Name: Kristoffer Location: San Jose Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 110	Aww this guy won that sweepstakes? Too bad I didn't win, I would've actually used it. 75 miles... jeez Anyway, yeah that's a good asking price man. Most in my area would be asking dealership prices for that.

June 8th, 2012, 09:12 PM	#9
BFisher244 Ninja Noob Name: Craig Location: Norwalk, CT Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R Candy Plasma Blue Posts: 128	excellent price!

June 8th, 2012, 10:19 PM	#10
PsHYk ninjette.org member Name: Pshyk Location: Fairbanks,AK Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012-250R Posts: 202	thats hella good i just bought my 2012 250r 2 or 3 weeks ago... i dont remember and it was 5K so 3.8k is a hell of a deal id go for it

June 9th, 2012, 07:27 AM	#11
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Contacted the seller, waiting for a reply.

June 9th, 2012, 07:33 AM	#12
Mocha Man Blue Shell magnet Name: Nolan Location: Northwest Washington Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 1997 Ninja 250 Posts: 816	Good luck! Keep us posted!

June 9th, 2012, 07:48 PM	#13
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Still no response... What about this bike..Site says bike has been lowered...do they mean lowered in price or the bike has been lowered closer to the ground for those who are not too tall? http://www.pauldingscycle.com/new_ve...65&pov=2710469

June 10th, 2012, 01:42 AM	#14
trenttheuncatchable ninjette.org newbie Name: trent Location: chi burbs Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): m50, z750s, zx10r Posts: 9	They mean lowered with lowering links (so yes, closer to the ground). Which you can undo if you wish. However, sometimes they also cut the kickstand, so you might need to get a replacement for that, too. There are adjustable-in-height kickstands available also, fyi.

June 10th, 2012, 04:57 AM	#15
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Is it better to have it lowered? Kickstand is still there I can see it from the picture.

June 10th, 2012, 07:50 AM	#17
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Vertically challenged lol..nice way of saying short..anyway yea I was not to thrilled on it being lowered...

June 10th, 2012, 05:23 PM	#18
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	i thought i would need it as well but once you gain experience you'll realize lowering is a waste of money.

June 10th, 2012, 06:27 PM	#19
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Omfg the person replied to my forth email! Lol! I'm going to buy it! Should I offer $3,500 or more or less or just offer what he's asking?

June 10th, 2012, 06:32 PM	#20
PsHYk ninjette.org member Name: Pshyk Location: Fairbanks,AK Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012-250R Posts: 202	lowered messes with turning and all that from what i heard and thats why i havent done it and dont think im doing anymore and try 3500 that way you save some for exhaust and whatever else you want to mod up yourself... =D

June 10th, 2012, 06:41 PM	#21
Ichiro ninjette.org member Name: Ichiro Location: So.Cal. Long Beach. Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250r(sold). 2013 Kymco Super8 150 Posts: 223	Give him the $3,800. It's a great deal. Why risk losing it for $300?

June 10th, 2012, 06:43 PM	#22
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Yea I was thinking the money can go towards an exhaust b/c stock is still on it

June 11th, 2012, 03:54 AM	#24
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Yea im talking about the green one with 75 miles on it.

June 11th, 2012, 08:51 AM	#25
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Question: spoke to seller...she has no plates on it...just going to give her the $3,800...should i ask for it to be given as a gift? How do I get plates? So I can take it home...need step by step guides b/c she's never sold privately nor have I bought privately.. Do I call my car insurance company? Ty in advance

June 11th, 2012, 09:35 AM	#27
Ichiro ninjette.org member Name: Ichiro Location: So.Cal. Long Beach. Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250r(sold). 2013 Kymco Super8 150 Posts: 223	Congratulations. You got a great deal Be sure you have insurance coverage on it before you ride it. Call a number of companies for insurance quotes because they vary widely; in my case I got quotes from $350/yr to $1500/yr for the same coverage! Call your local DMV for procedure about plates and transfer because each State is different.

June 11th, 2012, 09:38 AM	#28
trenttheuncatchable ninjette.org newbie Name: trent Location: chi burbs Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): m50, z750s, zx10r Posts: 9	Plates = registration. What about Title? She does have the title for it, right? In her name?

June 11th, 2012, 09:55 AM	#29
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Yea she said she has the title ready to sign over

June 11th, 2012, 10:18 AM	#30
trenttheuncatchable ninjette.org newbie Name: trent Location: chi burbs Join Date: May 2012 Motorcycle(s): m50, z750s, zx10r Posts: 9	Okay. Not sure how it works in NY, but in IL you can get it registered (and plated) at the same time that you title it in your name. At the DMV. I'd be surprised if the process was much different. You can find some standard forms for a motorcycle bill of sale by doing a google search. And like others have said, get it insured before you ride it. You can get some online quotes for comparison purposes from Progressive and Geico.

June 12th, 2012, 06:33 PM	#31
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Got it down $50 bucks lol closing the sale tomorrow

June 14th, 2012, 01:06 PM	#32
Miles_Prower One Loyal Fox Name: Rahul Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R (RIP), 2011 ZX-6R Posts: 869	Do you have the bike now??! I hope so!!

June 14th, 2012, 08:00 PM	#33
iSpeed ninjette.org member Name: Henry Location: Westchester Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): '12 250R Posts: 43	Yup!

June 16th, 2012, 07:38 AM	#34
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.