Is this a good deal for 08' cbr600RR?

Hoons54 · July 23rd, 2014, 09:11 PM

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/mcy/4573095313.html

I test rode it today and it seems mechanically fine. Took it out on the highway too and nothing seems wrong with it except the cosmetic damage from the drop, looks like the frame slider took most of the impact.

I'm going to take it to a mechanic and if everything checks out fine we agreed to 4500. I'm thinking this is a good deal... oh one thing I noticed was when I downshifted to 1st I felt two distinct clicks or engagements of gear, is this normal on this bike? I didn't notice it on any of the bikes I demo'd at yamaha last week.

I plan to hit the track with it eventually so I wouldn't feel so bad if it gets dropped again. And I would keep my ninja to learn on for awhile.

Thanks in advance

psych0hans · July 23rd, 2014, 10:01 PM

Wouldn't you be better off asking this question in a CBR forum? I think 600rr.net is one.

xSean13 · July 23rd, 2014, 10:04 PM

I'd take that in a hearbeat. The 08's when I was looking at them 2 years ago weren't less than 6k, even for ones dropped with cosmetic damage.

Hoons54 · July 23rd, 2014, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psych0hans

Wouldn't you be better off asking this question in a CBR forum? I think 600rr.net is one.

haha okok I guess that would make sense

Hoons54 · July 23rd, 2014, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xSean13

I'd take that in a hearbeat. The 08's when I was looking at them 2 years ago weren't less than 6k, even for ones dropped with cosmetic damage.

cool thanks for the feedback!

Sirref · July 23rd, 2014, 10:32 PM

I'd jump on it, looks to be in fairly good shape (I don't see any severe damage in the pics) and 4.5g is lower than the typical supersport price of 5g around my area. That's a price I'd expect to see in the winter really

KawiKid860 · July 24th, 2014, 12:51 AM

Looks like chinese plastics to me, that's not an oem paint scheme as far as I can tell.

Ducati999 · July 24th, 2014, 02:12 AM

Just be careful if you go look at this bike. All the pics were taken at the same time and not at his/her house. Just be cautious and don't carry large amount of cash until you are sure. Certified bank checks cost little and can be cancelled quickly. The bike looks good but it is hard to tell from pictures. Make sure second gear is good, many people ruin 2nd from shifting during wheelies and you have to split the engine cases to repair. Good luck. Price sounds good

salcuta88 · July 24th, 2014, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hoons54

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/mcy/4573095313.html

Thanks in advance

I think you got a deal here.

EsrTek · July 24th, 2014, 04:21 AM

For that price...get it!! In my area these go for 6k+ in worse condition.

krapzed · July 24th, 2014, 04:58 AM

Its a good price.. BUT- I agree with the observation on the fairings.. those do not look like OEM.. If they are, then It's like a mix of 2 OE color schemes! It must have been laid down bad.. suggest you do a thorough check, inc. title and insurance claims

Worldtraveller · July 24th, 2014, 09:35 AM

My main street ride is an '08 600RR.

I just did the 22k service on mine, so I ride it a bit more.

But yes, if it's in decent mechanical shape, that's a damn good price. If you're inclined, get the OEM plastics and get it looking pristine. That orange/gold just looks fantastic in the sun.

Hero Danny · July 24th, 2014, 08:25 PM

08 is supposedly the best year for the 600 CBR.

As for the double clank noise, I wouldn't worry about it at all, Amy (my 250) does the same thing.

Hoons54 · July 25th, 2014, 07:53 AM

So after the mechanical inspection, the biggest items that needed attention are slight coolant leak, fork seals slightly leaking, chain needs cleaning and adjustment. And minor items such as tires and brake pads at about 45%. All in all I thought this was a great deal for a decent bike. So I went ahead and pulled the trigger!

Was not fan of the color from the pics but in person the gold flakes on orange really looks nice. I'll see if I can get my hands on some oem fairings. I plan to get an exhaust later.

Thanks all for the input, I really appreciate it. You guys were more welcoming and responsive than the folks over at 600rr

gitoy · July 25th, 2014, 10:03 AM

hey hoons congratz on the bike...i also have an 07 cbr which is the same bike as the 08...very light and nimble...

as far as the fork leak try using a sealmate first to clean the seals...i did it on mine and lasted 30k miles...

psych0hans · July 25th, 2014, 10:08 AM

Forget the OEM fairings and go straight for the track kit... Congratulations on the bike!

LNasty · July 25th, 2014, 10:59 AM

posting has been deleted.....Post some pics of your own!!!

Hero Danny · July 25th, 2014, 12:03 PM

Yeah, this is by far the most responsive and kind forum I've ever stumbled upon. Feel free to stay! You're welcome to as long as you'd like

Hoons54 · July 25th, 2014, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LNasty

posting has been deleted.....Post some pics of your own!!!

I will post pics after a bath and wax!

Hoons54 · July 25th, 2014, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hero Danny

Yeah, this is by far the most responsive and kind forum I've ever stumbled upon. Feel free to stay! You're welcome to as long as you'd like

thanks, really glad I stumbled onto this forum

gitoy · July 25th, 2014, 01:30 PM

bikini wax...?...that will take a bit...

post pics now and do the wax after...

KawiKid860 · July 25th, 2014, 02:48 PM

Congrats on the new bike, don't worry about the plastics it's still awesome! I'd love a newer 600RR myself

July 23rd, 2014, 09:11 PM	#1
Hoons54 ninjette.org member Name: Jung Location: Sacramento Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250r Posts: 42	Is this a good deal for 08' cbr600RR? http://sacramento.craigslist.org/mcy/4573095313.html I test rode it today and it seems mechanically fine. Took it out on the highway too and nothing seems wrong with it except the cosmetic damage from the drop, looks like the frame slider took most of the impact. I'm going to take it to a mechanic and if everything checks out fine we agreed to 4500. I'm thinking this is a good deal... oh one thing I noticed was when I downshifted to 1st I felt two distinct clicks or engagements of gear, is this normal on this bike? I didn't notice it on any of the bikes I demo'd at yamaha last week. I plan to hit the track with it eventually so I wouldn't feel so bad if it gets dropped again. And I would keep my ninja to learn on for awhile. Thanks in advance

July 23rd, 2014, 10:01 PM	#2
psych0hans ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Hansveer Location: Bombay, India Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r - Track whore, Ninja 300 - SOLD, KTM RC390 - Orange Hulk, Ducati 899 Panigale - Red Devil. Posts: A lot.	Wouldn't you be better off asking this question in a CBR forum? I think 600rr.net is one. __________________________________________________ GETTING BACK INTO RIDING? Read this.
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July 23rd, 2014, 10:32 PM	#6
Sirref Private Joker Name: Ben Location: Towson, MD Join Date: Nov 2012 Motorcycle(s): '99/'01 Ninja 250 "sketchy", '13 Ninja 300 "yoshi", '03 GSXR 600 "merlin" Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '14	I'd jump on it, looks to be in fairly good shape (I don't see any severe damage in the pics) and 4.5g is lower than the typical supersport price of 5g around my area. That's a price I'd expect to see in the winter really __________________________________________________ I see you over there seeing me, do you see the me I think you see?

July 24th, 2014, 12:51 AM	#7
KawiKid860 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Murphey Location: Eastern Washington Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Honda 919, 2004 Ninja 500R NAKED Posts: A lot.	Looks like chinese plastics to me, that's not an oem paint scheme as far as I can tell.
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July 24th, 2014, 08:25 PM	#13
Hero Danny Inline 4!!! Name: Danny Location: MA Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2008 CBR600rr, 1987 KLR 250 Posts: A lot.	08 is supposedly the best year for the 600 CBR. As for the double clank noise, I wouldn't worry about it at all, Amy (my 250) does the same thing. __________________________________________________ Be careful. Remember you are invisible

July 23rd, 2014, 10:04 PM	#3
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.	I'd take that in a hearbeat. The 08's when I was looking at them 2 years ago weren't less than 6k, even for ones dropped with cosmetic damage.

July 24th, 2014, 02:12 AM	#8
Ducati999 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Ant Location: Wooster Join Date: Dec 2013 Motorcycle(s): Ducati 999 2012 Ninja 250r Ducati748 Yellow finally running 2003 SV650 S (SOLD) Posts: A lot.	Just be careful if you go look at this bike. All the pics were taken at the same time and not at his/her house. Just be cautious and don't carry large amount of cash until you are sure. Certified bank checks cost little and can be cancelled quickly. The bike looks good but it is hard to tell from pictures. Make sure second gear is good, many people ruin 2nd from shifting during wheelies and you have to split the engine cases to repair. Good luck. Price sounds good

July 24th, 2014, 04:21 AM	#10
EsrTek ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Murfreesboro, TN Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): '13 300 Posts: A lot.	For that price...get it!! In my area these go for 6k+ in worse condition.

July 24th, 2014, 04:58 AM	#11
krapzed ninjette.org member Name: Park Location: CT, USA Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Ninja ZX6R / 2010 Ninja 250r (SOLD) Posts: 69	Its a good price.. BUT- I agree with the observation on the fairings.. those do not look like OEM.. If they are, then It's like a mix of 2 OE color schemes! It must have been laid down bad.. suggest you do a thorough check, inc. title and insurance claims

July 24th, 2014, 09:35 AM	#12
Worldtraveller ninjette.org sage Name: Lane Location: Medford, OR Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250 (trackbike), CBR600RR, GS500F Posts: 588	My main street ride is an '08 600RR. I just did the 22k service on mine, so I ride it a bit more. But yes, if it's in decent mechanical shape, that's a damn good price. If you're inclined, get the OEM plastics and get it looking pristine. That orange/gold just looks fantastic in the sun.

July 25th, 2014, 07:53 AM	#14
Hoons54 ninjette.org member Name: Jung Location: Sacramento Join Date: Jul 2014 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250r Posts: 42	So after the mechanical inspection, the biggest items that needed attention are slight coolant leak, fork seals slightly leaking, chain needs cleaning and adjustment. And minor items such as tires and brake pads at about 45%. All in all I thought this was a great deal for a decent bike. So I went ahead and pulled the trigger! Was not fan of the color from the pics but in person the gold flakes on orange really looks nice. I'll see if I can get my hands on some oem fairings. I plan to get an exhaust later. Thanks all for the input, I really appreciate it. You guys were more welcoming and responsive than the folks over at 600rr

July 25th, 2014, 10:03 AM	#15
gitoy ninjette.org guru Name: gitoy Location: rpv, ca Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 04 ninja 250, 05 zzr 600 (sold), 07 cbr600rr Posts: 319	hey hoons congratz on the bike...i also have an 07 cbr which is the same bike as the 08...very light and nimble... as far as the fork leak try using a sealmate first to clean the seals...i did it on mine and lasted 30k miles...

July 25th, 2014, 10:08 AM	#16
psych0hans ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Hansveer Location: Bombay, India Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r - Track whore, Ninja 300 - SOLD, KTM RC390 - Orange Hulk, Ducati 899 Panigale - Red Devil. Posts: A lot.	Forget the OEM fairings and go straight for the track kit... Congratulations on the bike! __________________________________________________ GETTING BACK INTO RIDING? Read this.

July 25th, 2014, 10:59 AM	#17
LNasty Daily Jap rider Name: Lance Location: La Porte Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: A lot.	posting has been deleted.....Post some pics of your own!!!

July 25th, 2014, 12:03 PM	#18
Hero Danny Inline 4!!! Name: Danny Location: MA Join Date: May 2014 Motorcycle(s): 2008 CBR600rr, 1987 KLR 250 Posts: A lot.	Yeah, this is by far the most responsive and kind forum I've ever stumbled upon. Feel free to stay! You're welcome to as long as you'd like __________________________________________________ Be careful. Remember you are invisible

July 25th, 2014, 01:30 PM	#21
gitoy ninjette.org guru Name: gitoy Location: rpv, ca Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 04 ninja 250, 05 zzr 600 (sold), 07 cbr600rr Posts: 319	bikini wax...?...that will take a bit... post pics now and do the wax after...

July 25th, 2014, 02:48 PM	#22
KawiKid860 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Murphey Location: Eastern Washington Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Honda 919, 2004 Ninja 500R NAKED Posts: A lot.	Congrats on the new bike, don't worry about the plastics it's still awesome! I'd love a newer 600RR myself

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