Hi from Chi-town, with a quick Q

GTsmokeya · February 8th, 2009, 12:14 AM

Hey everybody, and special thanks to kkim for the invite. I am proud to say I added myself to the map, which is pretty cool to see that. My question is this, I have an 04' 250 Ninja with just under 9k in miles on it and I plan to trade it in and pay cash for a 09' in beautiful bright green, my question is this how much in extra charges should I expect for buying new. I have heard some dealerships charge fee's for new bikes for various reasons. Any insight or best to shop around? Thanks.

GTsmokeya

Alex · February 8th, 2009, 12:16 AM

GTsmokeya! Glad you found us...

Alex · February 8th, 2009, 12:46 AM

Pricing varies greatly from state to state. MSRP on an '09 is $3999. Here in California, OTD (out-the-door meaning total price you actually write on the check) is approaching $5000+ at many dealers to walk out with an '09. MSRP, + taxes (roughly 9%, so $360,) + setup fee + license fee + documentation fee + whatever else they can get fee. I've heard that in other states OTD can be closer to $4K instead of $5K. Not sure what it's like in your neck of the woods, but only way to find out is to start asking a number of dealers. I'd imagine you'd be able to get between $2K and maybe $2.5K for your machine if it was in pristine condition and found an eager buyer, so you can use those rough numbers to figure out what it might actually cost you to get an '09.

No matter what, I'd recommend you sell your '04 privately; trading it in to a dealer is a guarantee that you'll get the least possible amount for the machine.

kkim · February 8th, 2009, 12:59 AM

Aloha and welcome, Erik.

Alex has given you some good advice. I also recommend you locate other forum members in your area via the membership map and see what the local dealers dictate around where you live.

In Hawaii, it's not uncommon for bikes going for more than 5K OTD. They will try to bundle as much accessories and services that they can. Try to stay away from what is offered so you can to keep the price as low as possible. Good luck... and you've chosen the fastest of all the colors in green.

mahalo for joining us

conchwanab · February 8th, 2009, 07:44 AM

Welcome!!

BlueTyke · February 8th, 2009, 09:08 AM

Welcome to the boards!!

Viper-Byte · February 8th, 2009, 11:37 AM

to the forums.

KJohnson21 · February 8th, 2009, 01:57 PM

komohana · February 8th, 2009, 01:59 PM

aloha and welcome to the boards

OldGuy · February 8th, 2009, 03:48 PM

Welcome Erik - keep us posted on your purchase adventure.

noche_caliente · February 8th, 2009, 05:27 PM

welcome!

TnNinjaGirl · February 8th, 2009, 10:34 PM

Welcome! MSRP on my '09 was $3999. The dealership I bought mine from just charged tax, title and tags. OTD was something like $4500 for the bike. I even got a free tank of gas (it really was free). They also did a check on everything and answered any and all the questions I had. Other dealers in the area are charging MSRP plus a premium and they are easily getting away with around $5-5500 OTD on the bike alone. Ouch!!

GTsmokeya · February 9th, 2009, 04:31 PM

Thank you for all the warm welcomes, I plan to do more hands on research tomorrow so we will see! Thank you for all the advice.

GTsmokeya

CRXTrek · February 9th, 2009, 10:05 PM

Here's a link http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/pro...ns.aspx?id=359 Search Dealers near you. It's worth a drive. I got my 08 when the Rush was on in May. NO Markup . Paid 3499 at a Farm Implement Dealership in Quincy, Ill. Then paid my tax and title in Mo.

to the small shops they want repeat customers

xTKx · February 10th, 2009, 08:22 AM

Welcome to the board Erik! I'm pretty much in the same boat, except I don't have my old bike anymore. Once I sell my wife's old car (hopefully within a month or so), I'll have a good amount for a down payment. Hopefully it all works out-and the same with you. Keep us posted!

ManyCavies · February 19th, 2009, 06:38 PM

welcome

jpnfrk · February 20th, 2009, 12:17 AM

Welcome!!

GTsmokeya · February 27th, 2009, 11:16 PM

Quick update,
I was able to sell my bike privatly vs. trade in and did pretty good, considering i bought it last year I only had to sell it for a $100 less than I bought it. Plus thank you for all the warm welcomes I will update again when I finalize my purchase and take delivery.

GTsmokeya

kkim · February 27th, 2009, 11:53 PM

Visus · February 28th, 2009, 12:25 AM

Welcome.

I was first quoted nearly $6k for an '09 and they wouldn't go below $5,700, so I said no thanks. Another stealership quoted $5,500. Passed on that too.

JScof · February 28th, 2009, 09:02 AM

Welcome Erik and good luck on the purchase!

Snake · February 28th, 2009, 11:40 AM

Welcome.

ninjablk08 · March 25th, 2009, 08:14 PM

welcome

Blue Ninja 250R · March 25th, 2009, 11:19 PM

Welcome!

zeroth · March 26th, 2009, 07:24 AM

Peoria dealership quoted me $5k OTD on an '09. They had 3 left in stock (as of last week).

Quote:

Originally Posted by CRXTrek

Here's a link http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/pro...ns.aspx?id=359 Search Dealers near you. It's worth a drive. I got my 08 when the Rush was on in May. NO Markup . Paid 3499 at a Farm Implement Dealership in Quincy, Ill. Then paid my tax and title in Mo.

to the small shops they want repeat customers

Steve, what dealership did you get it from? Quincy is not too far away from me, I might have to check it out... Thx.

CRXTrek · March 26th, 2009, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zeroth

Peoria dealership quoted me $5k OTD on an '09. They had 3 left in stock (as of last week).

Steve, what dealership did you get it from? Quincy is not too far away from me, I might have to check it out... Thx.

Selby Implement Company

Check your PM Mesage

February 8th, 2009, 12:14 AM	#1
GTsmokeya GTsmokeya Name: Erik Location: Lake In The Hills, IL Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 04' Silver 250 Ninja Posts: 28	Hi from Chi-town, with a quick Q Hey everybody, and special thanks to kkim for the invite. I am proud to say I added myself to the map, which is pretty cool to see that. My question is this, I have an 04' 250 Ninja with just under 9k in miles on it and I plan to trade it in and pay cash for a 09' in beautiful bright green, my question is this how much in extra charges should I expect for buying new. I have heard some dealerships charge fee's for new bikes for various reasons. Any insight or best to shop around? Thanks. GTsmokeya

February 8th, 2009, 12:16 AM	#2
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	GTsmokeya! Glad you found us... __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

February 8th, 2009, 12:46 AM	#3
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Pricing varies greatly from state to state. MSRP on an '09 is $3999. Here in California, OTD (out-the-door meaning total price you actually write on the check) is approaching $5000+ at many dealers to walk out with an '09. MSRP, + taxes (roughly 9%, so $360,) + setup fee + license fee + documentation fee + whatever else they can get fee. I've heard that in other states OTD can be closer to $4K instead of $5K. Not sure what it's like in your neck of the woods, but only way to find out is to start asking a number of dealers. I'd imagine you'd be able to get between $2K and maybe $2.5K for your machine if it was in pristine condition and found an eager buyer, so you can use those rough numbers to figure out what it might actually cost you to get an '09. No matter what, I'd recommend you sell your '04 privately; trading it in to a dealer is a guarantee that you'll get the least possible amount for the machine. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

February 8th, 2009, 12:59 AM	#4
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	Aloha and welcome, Erik. Alex has given you some good advice. I also recommend you locate other forum members in your area via the membership map and see what the local dealers dictate around where you live. In Hawaii, it's not uncommon for bikes going for more than 5K OTD. They will try to bundle as much accessories and services that they can. Try to stay away from what is offered so you can to keep the price as low as possible. Good luck... and you've chosen the fastest of all the colors in green. mahalo for joining us Last futzed with by kkim; February 9th, 2009 at 04:33 PM.

February 8th, 2009, 09:08 AM	#6
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February 8th, 2009, 10:34 PM	#12
TnNinjaGirl Ms. Personality Name: CB Location: Murvill, TN Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): Depends on the week you ask Posts: A lot.	Welcome! MSRP on my '09 was $3999. The dealership I bought mine from just charged tax, title and tags. OTD was something like $4500 for the bike. I even got a free tank of gas (it really was free). They also did a check on everything and answered any and all the questions I had. Other dealers in the area are charging MSRP plus a premium and they are easily getting away with around $5-5500 OTD on the bike alone. Ouch!!

February 9th, 2009, 04:31 PM	#13
GTsmokeya GTsmokeya Name: Erik Location: Lake In The Hills, IL Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 04' Silver 250 Ninja Posts: 28	Thank you for all the warm welcomes, I plan to do more hands on research tomorrow so we will see! Thank you for all the advice. GTsmokeya

February 9th, 2009, 10:05 PM	#14
CRXTrek FORMER MOTORCYCLE RIDER Name: Steve Location: On a Trek SU200 or in my CRX Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): Rode an 08 250r then rode an 08 ZX-6R until i totaled it on 7/10/10 Posts: 758	Small Town Dealers seem to have the Best Deals Here's a link http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/pro...ns.aspx?id=359 Search Dealers near you. It's worth a drive. I got my 08 when the Rush was on in May. NO Markup . Paid 3499 at a Farm Implement Dealership in Quincy, Ill. Then paid my tax and title in Mo. to the small shops they want repeat customers Last futzed with by CRXTrek; February 9th, 2009 at 10:06 PM. Reason: spell chk

February 10th, 2009, 08:22 AM	#15
xTKx Finally! Name: Tony Location: Central TX Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Red 250R Posts: 420 Blog Entries: 4	Welcome to the board Erik! I'm pretty much in the same boat, except I don't have my old bike anymore. Once I sell my wife's old car (hopefully within a month or so), I'll have a good amount for a down payment. Hopefully it all works out-and the same with you. Keep us posted!

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February 27th, 2009, 11:16 PM	#18
GTsmokeya GTsmokeya Name: Erik Location: Lake In The Hills, IL Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 04' Silver 250 Ninja Posts: 28	Quick update, I was able to sell my bike privatly vs. trade in and did pretty good, considering i bought it last year I only had to sell it for a $100 less than I bought it. Plus thank you for all the warm welcomes I will update again when I finalize my purchase and take delivery. GTsmokeya

February 27th, 2009, 11:53 PM	#19
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February 28th, 2009, 12:25 AM	#20
Visus ninjette.org member Name: Todd Location: Hawaii Join Date: Feb 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 57	Welcome. I was first quoted nearly $6k for an '09 and they wouldn't go below $5,700, so I said no thanks. Another stealership quoted $5,500. Passed on that too.

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