February 23rd, 2014, 11:29 AM | #1 |
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Buying and Selling Every Season? Every Move?
Hey guys,
How many, if any of you, buy a bike at the beginning of the season and sell at the end? Do any of you move regularly. How has that been working with you? And now a story about my situation: I'm a freelance artist based (at the moment) out of NYC. I travel. A lot. And I work constantly (80 hr weeks are pretty normal. I don't remember my last real day off...) I'm also pretty poor (yay, being an artist). And, there's this whole thing called WINTER in NYC that drastically limits my riding season (yea yea, I know you can ride in the winter, but it kinda takes the fun out of it. Especially in a city) I also just took a job in the Bay Area that'll take me out there from Apr - Nov. I'm subletting, so I'm not taking too much with me (couple suitcases and my cat), and it's proving to be RIDICULOUSLY expensive to try to get the bike out there with me. Like, close to her value. SoooooOOOoo I just spoke to by cousin who rides and lives in New England and it sounds like I'll be selling to him. I'm really sad! Having a bike in San Fransisco would be AMAZING and I could ride the whole time I'm there. I'm not sure if I can really afford a new one when I get out there, and then I'll have the whole problem of what to do when I head back to NY again. ... how does a poor geographically unstable artist balance life and a love of motorcycles?! UUGGGHHH
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February 23rd, 2014, 11:33 AM | #2 |
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Sounds like you're doing the right thing for your situation.
All the same, bikes are lees expensive if one buys in October and sells in April or May... |
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February 23rd, 2014, 11:45 AM | #3 | |
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I know, I'm just really sad and pouty about it right now. And secretly hoping someone magically has a solution. Stupid sacrificing everything for my stupid career.
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February 23rd, 2014, 11:45 AM | #4 |
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Unfortunately, the only answer (even though Obamacare lets you work as an artist) is to get a real job (40 hours and a check every week), or wait until you're a rich and famous artist and then buy every and any bike you want while you live in 3 or 4 differents states throughout the year (following the weather).
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February 23rd, 2014, 11:48 AM | #5 | ||
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February 23rd, 2014, 12:04 PM | #6 |
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http://www.uship.com/
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February 23rd, 2014, 12:10 PM | #7 |
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hmm, you could get away with it by purchasing cheaper models. Pregen 250s an sv650s or supermotos are probably the way to go. Basically craigslist deals are your friend, luckily the bay area has a lot of people who ride year round. Unluckily the average outright cost of bikes appears to be higher there, though you should get most (if not all) of your investment back when you sell (assuming it's in similar condition)
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February 23rd, 2014, 12:34 PM | #8 |
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Have you thought about using PODS?
Instead of filling it with furniture you put you bike in it and have it shipped to your location. I have not personally used one to know if it has places for hooks to strap the bike down with but if you can find someone who has used one they might be able to provide some useful information. http://www.pods.com/ Last futzed with by Skullz; February 23rd, 2014 at 12:34 PM. Reason: Amended |
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February 23rd, 2014, 12:42 PM | #9 |
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PODS are RIDICULOUS in cost. 3k from NY and almost 2k from CO (my dad can tow to CO, but can't afford the time to get all the way to SF). Also, they have a rule about no combustible engines in the pod...
I looked into Dependable Auto shippers - almost as much as I could get for the bike if I sold her, I'll look into uShip, thanks!
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February 23rd, 2014, 01:12 PM | #10 |
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Everybody missed the obvious advice.
Ditch the cat. |
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February 23rd, 2014, 01:14 PM | #11 |
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^not even an option to any animal owner/lover.
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February 23rd, 2014, 01:14 PM | #12 |
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An alternative to think about is to not sell your moto. See if someone will keep it stored for you while you are in the SF Bay Area. Focus on your work while you are away. The time will pass quickly and you will have yor moto to look forward to when you return to NYC. There is lots to do and enjoy here in the Bay Area besides riding. Definitely get a bicycle.
If it was me, I'd strap the cat cage on the back and ride it out!
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February 23rd, 2014, 01:20 PM | #13 |
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February 23rd, 2014, 01:21 PM | #14 |
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Why don't you maybeeeeeeeeee...
RIDE IT??? It has wheels, no? The cat goes USPS fixed rate in whatever box you can jam it into. |
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February 23rd, 2014, 02:26 PM | #15 |
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Better yet, work the pussy! I hear there is a lot of money in that.
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February 23rd, 2014, 03:28 PM | #16 |
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February 23rd, 2014, 04:02 PM | #17 | |
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It sucks wanting to ride and not having a bike. Did that for 2 years recently and did not like. I just wouldn't want you to be without a bike at all. And definitely get a bicycle to use in SF. |
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February 23rd, 2014, 06:03 PM | #18 |
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get a pickup from uhaul and put the bike in back. you were going to make the drive across the country anyway
also: I wouldn't try and do the drive across the states on a 250. been there, done that, got a t-shirt, would not recommend. your ass will not forgive you. |
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February 23rd, 2014, 09:09 PM | #19 |
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You can't rent pickups one-way, or can, but not without ridiculous drop fees going with non-moving rentals. Or at least I haven't been able to find one yet...
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February 23rd, 2014, 09:52 PM | #20 |
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Sell it and buy a beater for your time in california. Maybe a type of bike you normally wouldn't own. If you're going to sell it when you leave anyways, you might as well experience something a bit different
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February 23rd, 2014, 10:35 PM | #21 |
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February 24th, 2014, 05:55 AM | #22 |
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Have a great time out there Sarah and good luck with the photos.
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February 24th, 2014, 08:06 AM | #23 |
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My two cents: If you sell the bike now, buy one for the same price or cheaper when you get out there. Don't limit yourself to a certain kinda bike, limit yourself to how much you CAN spend. I bought a street legal 200cc Dual Sport P.O.S. for $700. Thought to myself, it it last me one season Ill be happy....the thing is still kicking and running and having a good time. I bought my Ninja 250 for less then 1500 bucks and it still runs great and mat soon become a track bike. Deals are out there to be had and no I am not very mechanically savvy so its not like I can go out and buy project bikes or junkers. There are plenty of good peeps on here and in the area you are moving to that I am sure would be willing to see a bike with you to make sure it is mechanically sound.
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February 24th, 2014, 08:19 AM | #24 | |
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February 24th, 2014, 10:12 AM | #25 |
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Are you going to actually live in SF or just near it? If you're directly in SF and won't have a chance to ride much, it might be safer for you to just not have a bike to avoid the theft threat and rent a bike for fun rides once in a while. Riding through SF ain't fun anyway.
If you know you'll be living somewhere with a safe bike storage space and riding a lot though, pick up a cheap working bike. So much fun riding to be had around the Bay Area Yeah you'll be buying at the wrong times but luckily prices don't fluctuate to the extent that it does in areas where it snows so you shouldn't be losing too much. |
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February 24th, 2014, 11:41 AM | #27 | |
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February 24th, 2014, 11:46 AM | #28 |
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the best bike for each person is different, think of your skill and confidence levels as well as what kind of riding you do. Dual sports and supermotos are mad fun since riding offroad is balls to the wall when you do it right. Sport touring bikes like the 650 class are excellent choices as well since they're more comfortable and are great for highway riding and commuting. Supersport/superbike classes are overkill for the streets but can be done. Nakeds are the fastest proper street bikes outside of the supersport/superbike class and work much better for street riding due to their ergonomics. Another 250/300 could be a great option, hell that's the option I went with myself when my engine blew. Cruisers can be pretty cool too though but that's an entirely different style of riding. I'd have seriously considered yamaha's bolt if it had a rear seat and would be considering a triumph cruiser if their street triple wasn't so
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February 24th, 2014, 12:28 PM | #30 |
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^ as I said, to each his own. personally I'd love to have a star bolt with a rear seat for cruising around. It looks awesome and for a cruiser it handles well, the only problem with it stock is that it doesn't have a rear seat/pegs for passengers
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February 24th, 2014, 04:37 PM | #31 |
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I have a SV 650s which is pretty much modified. I would recommend the SV as a bike for you. As they have said above the power is more than the 250 but it is no where near the 600ss class. YOU WILL LOVE THE SV!! I have both the 250 and the SV and they both are great bikes. The sv turns in like the 250 just with more pull. Just don't open the throttle all the way super quick and you will be fine. Lots of power down low (torque) so no need to rev it high and it will be no harder to handel than the 250
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February 24th, 2014, 07:07 PM | #32 |
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There have been other reviews of the SV650 on here that say how it sounds like the perfect all-around bike in theory, but the bike itself just isn't exciting.
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February 24th, 2014, 08:28 PM | #33 |
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^ jack of all trades, master of none. It is definitely the most practical and one of the most modifiable bikes out there but because it is not good at anything in particular it is a bit dull. That's the reason why people mod them though, you can make them into crazy good bikes over time.
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February 25th, 2014, 10:28 AM | #34 |
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If you're serious about getting a bike in the Bay Area I'm in that hood and I'm selling my 250. When I was working in sf I rode that thing everywhere. The 250 shines in sf city slicking.
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February 25th, 2014, 10:29 AM | #35 |
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Buying and selling is a pain in the ass by the way.
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February 25th, 2014, 12:07 PM | #38 |
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February 25th, 2014, 07:57 PM | #40 |
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I will take every one that you don't want. Pregen beauty is in the eye of the beholder. You like the old school lines or you don't.
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