I NEED NEED help!

blink · July 18th, 2011, 10:25 AM

So I am supposed to have a kid pick up my bike this thursday. He is coming from pretty far with his parents and told me cash in hand. I am looking for my 636 now and found these 2. Input would be sooo helpful =]

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...AdIdZ269274902

AND this one, by the same guy. He buys them and rebuilds them until they are in driving condition. He honestly has about 7 bikes in his garage, yamaha, honda and kawi's

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...dIdZ289829547#

Quick info: first is '05 and second link is '06, both have rebuilt statuses, 06 has more mileage by 1500km~, he said "Your pick, 4200$"
Both have some dings and scratches (06 probably abit more)
-06 has the colour I like more

-06 fender eliminator and integrated tailight
BUT a bit more damage
-05 was a theft recovery BUT does seem to have been on the ground

Thank you everybody for the input =]

Flashmonkey · July 18th, 2011, 10:28 AM

Are these all salvage title bikes? If so, I'd look elsewhere.

Crap, depending on how the ministry of transportation operates in Alberta, you might not be able to get those bikes on the road with a legal title.

If you have a local forum, you might want to run this by them.

Too40gawlf · July 18th, 2011, 10:57 AM

My first question is:

Is the $4200 USD on CAN? Also, what is the conversion? how much is $4200 USD in CAN?

Second, are they salvage titles?
If so, that guy is high on a mixture of crack, pcp, and fairy dust.

Third, supposing that they are not salvage titles, the true value of beat up 636's with 10K+ miles on them is about $3500 USD, give or take a few hundred. Take $3500 cash USD and plunk it down for the one you like. You gotta consider that these bikes are all probably going to need new tires ($300), brakes & flush (~$200), fork oil changed, new chain, motor oil change, and a valve inspection. So you got like $1000 additional to spend to ensure they are running safely and dependably.

Otherwise, walk on the deal.

Bosgarage57 · July 18th, 2011, 10:58 AM

I like the 06 better, but you definately need to check and see if they have clear titles, or salvaged like James said I would walk away. I know in Kentucky you can have a salvaged bike on the road (I believe, someone correct me if I'm wrong) but in TN, its a no-no.

ichibunkid.206 · July 18th, 2011, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flashmonkey

Are these all salvage title bikes? If so, I'd look elsewhere.

Crap, depending on how the ministry of transportation operates in Alberta, you might not be able to get those bikes on the road with a legal title.

If you have a local forum, you might want to run this by them.

Also check your insurance... All of the insurance companies I checked with (at least here in the U.S) would not insure a car with a re-built branded title, when I was looking for another car... not sure if that hold true for MC or not, if you're not planning on insuring it... probably not a big deal then....

Too40gawlf · July 18th, 2011, 11:02 AM

Yeah, both bikes in the links you posted are 'rebuilt' titles. I dont know how it is in Canada, but in certain states in the U.S. that adds many complications. The price he is asking is at least twice as much as what those bikes are (maybe) worth.

wtfh4xx · July 18th, 2011, 11:19 AM

Too40 pretty much summed it up.
Also, most insurance companies wont insure rebuilt/salvaged bikes or they charge you up the butt for it.

Jerkson · July 18th, 2011, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Too40gawlf

My first question is:

Is the $4200 USD on CAN? Also, what is the conversion? how much is $4200 USD in CAN?

1:1 for all intents and purposes.

caps · July 18th, 2011, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flashmonkey

Are these all salvage title bikes? If so, I'd look elsewhere.

^^ this

/thread.

Jerkson · July 18th, 2011, 11:24 AM

Yeah, the rebuild and salvage thing doesn't sit well with me either. But it's your money.

blink · July 18th, 2011, 11:41 AM

Alright thanks guys, I'll stay away!

What about this one then?

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...AdIdZ286514982

caps · July 18th, 2011, 12:00 PM

gsxr's are for girls...

Flashmonkey · July 18th, 2011, 12:16 PM

I hear-tell that squids ride gixxers. Better look that one over extra carefully!

July 18th, 2011, 10:25 AM	#1
blink Always. Name: Alex Location: Calgary, AB Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, '05 GSX-R600 Posts: A lot.	I NEED NEED help! So I am supposed to have a kid pick up my bike this thursday. He is coming from pretty far with his parents and told me cash in hand. I am looking for my 636 now and found these 2. Input would be sooo helpful =] http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...AdIdZ269274902 AND this one, by the same guy. He buys them and rebuilds them until they are in driving condition. He honestly has about 7 bikes in his garage, yamaha, honda and kawi's http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...dIdZ289829547# Quick info: first is '05 and second link is '06, both have rebuilt statuses, 06 has more mileage by 1500km~, he said "Your pick, 4200$" Both have some dings and scratches (06 probably abit more) -06 has the colour I like more -06 fender eliminator and integrated tailight BUT a bit more damage -05 was a theft recovery BUT does seem to have been on the ground Thank you everybody for the input =] __________________________________________________ blink-182

July 18th, 2011, 11:19 AM	#7
wtfh4xx Opinionated individual :) Name: SecretNinjaMan Location: Nor Cal Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninjette Special Edition (red/black) Posts: 342	Too40 pretty much summed it up. Also, most insurance companies wont insure rebuilt/salvaged bikes or they charge you up the butt for it. __________________________________________________ Yoshi slip on, shimmed 2 washers, zip tie throttle mod, pre-load #2, snorkel delete 2010 SE 250R! Miles in the saddle: 1000

July 18th, 2011, 11:24 AM	#10
Jerkson ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Hamilton Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): Blue 2010 Kawasaki Ninja 250r Posts: 170	Yeah, the rebuild and salvage thing doesn't sit well with me either. But it's your money. __________________________________________________ AreaP Quiet Core CF \| 8000k HID \| FP Jet Kit \| Puig db \| A&L rearsets \| hotbodies undertail \| airbox delete + k&n pod filter \| Pazzo blue shorty levers \| solo seat cowl

July 18th, 2011, 11:41 AM	#11
blink Always. Name: Alex Location: Calgary, AB Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, '05 GSX-R600 Posts: A lot.	Alright thanks guys, I'll stay away! What about this one then? http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehi...AdIdZ286514982 __________________________________________________ blink-182

July 18th, 2011, 12:00 PM	#12
caps Sexy Beast Name: Mat Location: Tampa Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R, 2006 ZX-14, 2012 Ducati Monster Posts: A lot.	gsxr's are for girls... __________________________________________________ 2010 Ninja 250 2006 Ninja ZX-14 ^Both Links

July 18th, 2011, 10:28 AM	#2
Flashmonkey Professional belly dancer Name: James Location: Toronto Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1992 GSX-R 750 Posts: A lot.	Are these all salvage title bikes? If so, I'd look elsewhere. Crap, depending on how the ministry of transportation operates in Alberta, you might not be able to get those bikes on the road with a legal title. If you have a local forum, you might want to run this by them.

July 18th, 2011, 10:57 AM	#3
Too40gawlf ninjette.org guru Name: Eric Location: NoVa Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Super Sherpa! Posts: 388	My first question is: Is the $4200 USD on CAN? Also, what is the conversion? how much is $4200 USD in CAN? Second, are they salvage titles? If so, that guy is high on a mixture of crack, pcp, and fairy dust. Third, supposing that they are not salvage titles, the true value of beat up 636's with 10K+ miles on them is about $3500 USD, give or take a few hundred. Take $3500 cash USD and plunk it down for the one you like. You gotta consider that these bikes are all probably going to need new tires ($300), brakes & flush (~$200), fork oil changed, new chain, motor oil change, and a valve inspection. So you got like $1000 additional to spend to ensure they are running safely and dependably. Otherwise, walk on the deal.

July 18th, 2011, 10:58 AM	#4
Bosgarage57 ninjette.org sage Name: Luke Location: Sevierville, TN Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 Buell Uly, 05 VStar 1100 Posts: 577	I like the 06 better, but you definately need to check and see if they have clear titles, or salvaged like James said I would walk away. I know in Kentucky you can have a salvaged bike on the road (I believe, someone correct me if I'm wrong) but in TN, its a no-no.

July 18th, 2011, 11:02 AM	#6
Too40gawlf ninjette.org guru Name: Eric Location: NoVa Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Super Sherpa! Posts: 388	Yeah, both bikes in the links you posted are 'rebuilt' titles. I dont know how it is in Canada, but in certain states in the U.S. that adds many complications. The price he is asking is at least twice as much as what those bikes are (maybe) worth.

July 18th, 2011, 12:16 PM	#13
Flashmonkey Professional belly dancer Name: James Location: Toronto Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 1992 GSX-R 750 Posts: A lot.	I hear-tell that squids ride gixxers. Better look that one over extra carefully!