brand new '11 SE for $3399?

Heed · September 12th, 2012, 11:34 AM

http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/mcy/3262499239.html

What are your thoughts on this? I don't know if it's sketchy or what, but the price seems reasonable. If it were from a dealer, the price would be through the roof especially with Cook County sales tax. He's got the title in hand and it's about an hour away from home.

more pics:

folky15 · September 12th, 2012, 11:39 AM

Looks like a nice bike! Make sure he's got a clean title and proceed with caution though!

Heed · September 12th, 2012, 12:12 PM

I don't really know anything about the break-in process, though. I think that's what worries me most about buying Used from a private party.

xSean13 · September 12th, 2012, 12:14 PM

With 270 miles, you'd be the one breaking it in :P

Heed · September 12th, 2012, 12:20 PM

^figured that might be true

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/3260750959.html

this one is only 30 minutes away.

What's the worst if it is broken-in improperly?

Jiggles · September 12th, 2012, 12:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heed

^figured that might be true

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/3260750959.html

this one is only 30 minutes away.

What's the worst if it is broken-in improperly?

It will have less than 25hp

EsrTek · September 12th, 2012, 01:06 PM

First red light is the mileage on it at 270.
It has probably sat for awhile and will need the carbs removed and cleaned at least.
It will probably need an oil change and probably coolant system flush/change.
Look for signs of dry rot on tires, not sure if it will set in a short amount of time it has probably sat, or signs of a flat spot, from where it sat in same spot of tire for weeks on end. If either or those show signs, you'll want to replace them asap.

Also out of curiosity I would ask why they purchased it and after only 270 miles parked it.
My first thought is they crashed it, had whatever parts replaced under Insurance and then parked it to afraid to ride anymore. Which if so, and they only replaced cosmetic damage, it may have unseen issues still.

Their story as to why it got parked may/may not reinforce my thoughts.
It's always best to ask, and trust your gut if you believe it or not.

folky15 · September 12th, 2012, 03:07 PM

EsrTek's comments do seem like a worst case scenario.....some or most of those things may be true.

I like to casually ask the previous owner if they know what the break-in process is. If they don't know, I would move on to a diff bike.

And of the two you've posted from CL, I'd personally be more drawn to the one in Univ Village. Completely stock, a few more miles, and a more knowledgeable owner / CL ad.

Jiggles · September 12th, 2012, 03:12 PM

Break in on a 250 = ridiculous

Stop worrying about it

alex.s · September 12th, 2012, 05:21 PM

kawasaki breaks the engine in at the factory.

thisisbenji · September 12th, 2012, 05:26 PM

I got my 09 in Chicago for 3,300 with 500 miles. That deal seems similar to what I got.

Also I got quotes from maybe 2-3 Chicagoland dealers for brand new 2010s for about 4300 OTD at the time, so that guy might not be taking that big of a hit if he got a good deal on it.

Jiggles · September 12th, 2012, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thisisbenji

I got my 09 in Chicago for 3,300 with 500 miles. That deal seems similar to what I got.

Also I got quotes from maybe 2-3 Chicagoland dealers for brand new 2010s for about 4300 OTD at the time, so that guy might not be taking that big of a hit if he got a good deal on it.

****!!!

It is so ****ing worth it to ride out to the middle of this country just to get a reasonably priced 250. Man I should start importing them to cali, I'll be a goddamn millionaire

scottg · September 12th, 2012, 05:59 PM

Obviously ask some questions, but I don't think you should be too worried as long as it has a clean title. I bought mine this past spring, a 2010 with 120 miles on it for $2500 and it has has been absolutely perfect. I say go for it.

Little Green Machine · September 12th, 2012, 06:03 PM

Get the white one! Do It!

arnoldc6 · September 12th, 2012, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heed

I don't really know anything about the break-in process, though. I think that's what worries me most about buying Used from a private party.

If you can ride, you can break in.
Just varies the rev really...

geeker · September 12th, 2012, 06:38 PM

At 270 miles, this bike still has the second tank of gas in it.

gophurr · September 12th, 2012, 11:10 PM

You can always buy my Ninja and help a fellow forum member out! I can guarantee it was broken in and maintained properly!

Anyways enough self advertising, both those bikes look clean, based on the pictures doesn't seem like there any sorts of exterior damage. Seeing it in person would definitely be able to tell you how well it was maintained.

September 12th, 2012, 11:34 AM	#1
Heed ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: John Location: Illinois Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet, yet. Posts: A lot.	brand new '11 SE for $3399? http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/mcy/3262499239.html What are your thoughts on this? I don't know if it's sketchy or what, but the price seems reasonable. If it were from a dealer, the price would be through the roof especially with Cook County sales tax. He's got the title in hand and it's about an hour away from home. more pics:

September 12th, 2012, 11:39 AM	#2
folky15 ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Chicago Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 156	Looks like a nice bike! Make sure he's got a clean title and proceed with caution though! __________________________________________________ Done: Fender Eliminator Kit, Shogun frame sliders, Rim Tape, Freeway Blaster horn, Protons, Rear LEDs, Brake Modulator Planned: Comp Werkes Slip-on, Snorkel Delete, Shimmed Needles

September 12th, 2012, 03:07 PM	#8
folky15 ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Chicago Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 156	EsrTek's comments do seem like a worst case scenario.....some or most of those things may be true. I like to casually ask the previous owner if they know what the break-in process is. If they don't know, I would move on to a diff bike. And of the two you've posted from CL, I'd personally be more drawn to the one in Univ Village. Completely stock, a few more miles, and a more knowledgeable owner / CL ad. __________________________________________________ Done: Fender Eliminator Kit, Shogun frame sliders, Rim Tape, Freeway Blaster horn, Protons, Rear LEDs, Brake Modulator Planned: Comp Werkes Slip-on, Snorkel Delete, Shimmed Needles

September 12th, 2012, 03:12 PM	#9
Jiggles Jigglin' your Jiglets Name: Sean Location: San Jose, Ca Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 K1300S, 2013 Ninja 300, 2011 Ninja 250R, Faster than Unregistered's ninjette Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 1 MOTM - Apr '13	Break in on a 250 = ridiculous Stop worrying about it __________________________________________________ If the Ninja 250 doesn't have enough power for you, then you don't know how to ride it. AFM #676 Supersports are for n00bs

September 12th, 2012, 05:21 PM	#10
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	kawasaki breaks the engine in at the factory. __________________________________________________

September 12th, 2012, 12:12 PM	#3
Heed ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: John Location: Illinois Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet, yet. Posts: A lot.	I don't really know anything about the break-in process, though. I think that's what worries me most about buying Used from a private party.

September 12th, 2012, 12:14 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.	With 270 miles, you'd be the one breaking it in :P

September 12th, 2012, 12:20 PM	#5
Heed ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: John Location: Illinois Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet, yet. Posts: A lot.	^figured that might be true http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/3260750959.html this one is only 30 minutes away. What's the worst if it is broken-in improperly?

September 12th, 2012, 01:06 PM	#7
EsrTek ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Murfreesboro, TN Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): '13 300 Posts: A lot.	First red light is the mileage on it at 270. It has probably sat for awhile and will need the carbs removed and cleaned at least. It will probably need an oil change and probably coolant system flush/change. Look for signs of dry rot on tires, not sure if it will set in a short amount of time it has probably sat, or signs of a flat spot, from where it sat in same spot of tire for weeks on end. If either or those show signs, you'll want to replace them asap. Also out of curiosity I would ask why they purchased it and after only 270 miles parked it. My first thought is they crashed it, had whatever parts replaced under Insurance and then parked it to afraid to ride anymore. Which if so, and they only replaced cosmetic damage, it may have unseen issues still. Their story as to why it got parked may/may not reinforce my thoughts. It's always best to ask, and trust your gut if you believe it or not.

September 12th, 2012, 05:26 PM	#11
thisisbenji ninjette.org sage Name: Benji Location: Wadsworth, IL Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r (Sold), 2009 FZ6, 2015 Honda Grom Posts: 898	I got my 09 in Chicago for 3,300 with 500 miles. That deal seems similar to what I got. Also I got quotes from maybe 2-3 Chicagoland dealers for brand new 2010s for about 4300 OTD at the time, so that guy might not be taking that big of a hit if he got a good deal on it. __________________________________________________ My Old Bike My New Bike

September 12th, 2012, 05:59 PM	#13
scottg ninjette.org member Name: Scott Location: Boston, MA Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r Posts: 56	Obviously ask some questions, but I don't think you should be too worried as long as it has a clean title. I bought mine this past spring, a 2010 with 120 miles on it for $2500 and it has has been absolutely perfect. I say go for it.

September 12th, 2012, 06:03 PM	#14
Little Green Machine Love my kittehs! Name: Bill Location: San Tan Valley, AZ Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R SE Posts: 266	Get the white one! Do It! __________________________________________________ Do you play on XBL? Do you play Halo 4 or COD Black Ops 2? PM me and I will give you my gamertag!

September 12th, 2012, 06:38 PM	#16
geeker ninjette.org guru Name: Richie Location: Arkansas Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2022 Honda CRF300L Rally, 2015 Ninja ZX6R 636, 2014 Ninja 1000, 2013 Ninja 300 (sold), 2011 Ninja 250R (sold) Posts: 479	At 270 miles, this bike still has the second tank of gas in it.

September 12th, 2012, 11:10 PM	#17
gophurr ninjette.org member Name: Kevin Location: Chicago Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250r SE, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: 95	You can always buy my Ninja and help a fellow forum member out! I can guarantee it was broken in and maintained properly! Anyways enough self advertising, both those bikes look clean, based on the pictures doesn't seem like there any sorts of exterior damage. Seeing it in person would definitely be able to tell you how well it was maintained.

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