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Möbius | Posted: Jun 8 2010, 05:29 PM | ||
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That might be the key factor here, I think over here they don't look at whether it's a sports bike or not, just the CC's. | ||
DeeezNuuuts83 | Posted: Jun 8 2010, 05:57 PM |
IDW Goldmember Group: Advanced Members Posts: 3,840 Member No.: 25,374 Joined: Jul 18th 2007 Location: Southern California | Engine size also plays a role (since we do have to input the cc's of the engine, even though it's already evident from most bike names, like GSXR600) like you said. But a 1000 cc touring bike will usually cost less to insure than a 600 cc sport bike. Plus one of my companies that generally has the best rates won't insure someone under 30 with a sport bike for full coverage, but they will do everything else. |
Bubs | Posted: Jun 9 2010, 12:31 PM |
Plep Group: Advanced Members Posts: 4,784 Member No.: 1,079 Joined: Dec 1st 2003 Location: Update Profile | I have owned this thing for the past month or two. It's been trail use only but I'm getting to work on it once I have a break from classes - I've been so damn busy. I originally bought it because my father and I were moving back to our old home, where I have literally dozens of trails accessable from my street. He convinced me to buy this thing for myself, and then cancelled the move shortly after. So, I decided to put it on eBay. He decided to shield bid for me without me knowing. This is a great gesture and all, except for the fact that he won the auction. So, I've decided that some outside force (or maybe just my dad) requires me to hang on to this thing, so I'll fix it up. '75 Yamaha DT125. Single cylinder two stroke. It is incredibly fast for a 125, fun little bike. It fires up and runs like a champ. I need to put blinkers on it (or find a loophole), install a new speedometer cable, replace a couple of bulbs and put some mirrors on it, and it will be street legal. |
mdb | Posted: Jun 14 2010, 06:14 PM |
IDW Regular Member Group: Members Posts: 230 Member No.: 1,520 Joined: Mar 26th 2004 Location: Seattle, WA | Went for a ride in the rain, summer is taking too long Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. He's getting the two wheeled thing down pretty good! (Vid if you're bored!) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9svygD8HGk So far the neighbors have been supportive of our antics, I hope that continues until he can get his license |
Möbius | Posted: Jun 15 2010, 12:56 AM |
IDW Top Poster Group: Advanced Members Posts: 33,844 Member No.: 3,524 Joined: Oct 2nd 2004 Location: Update Profile | That kid is one very lucky kid. Good job! |
Bubs | Posted: Jun 17 2010, 11:23 AM |
Plep Group: Advanced Members Posts: 4,784 Member No.: 1,079 Joined: Dec 1st 2003 Location: Update Profile | mdb - nice to see that you're helping another young man learn the art of motorcycle riding. My father did the same with me, except it was dirt bikes since my street was dirt at that time. One more 125 update Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. I threw a temporary plate on it today and rode half way home along the public streets, and the other half on a trail that runs along train tracks. It rides just fine on the road, not surprisingly it has no top end to speak of. The speedometer isn't working since there isn't any cable, but I would be surprised if I was doing 45 at redline in 5th gear - not that I was expecting it to have a high top speed. Other than that, it is a really fun little bike. Given that I bought it for $400, it is proving to be a pretty good deal. |
Rudy | Posted: Jul 12 2010, 10:40 PM |
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Bubs | Posted: Jul 13 2010, 10:39 AM |
Plep Group: Advanced Members Posts: 4,784 Member No.: 1,079 Joined: Dec 1st 2003 Location: Update Profile | Well, I've owned two scooters over the course of my lifetime. One was my '86 Yamaha Razz 50 Turbo Intercooler 24v DOHC 6.2 liter diesel supersport. One day the Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. Shortly later, I said screw it and bought a '09 Zuma 125 with .9 miles on it. A little over a year later, it has almost 3500 miles. I would highly recommend one. It does everything a regular motorcycle does but it's easier to maintain, cheaper to insure, and even has some trail capability and cargo capacity. Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. |
Shirogane | Posted: Aug 22 2010, 08:49 PM |
SCREEEEEEECHING INTENSIFIES Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,595 Member No.: 17,722 Joined: May 10th 2006 Location: Washington | Thought I'd resurrect this thread with an Aprilia Scooter for $600. Even though the title stated it's an RS250, uh.... This post has been edited by Ken Nōgami on Aug 22 2010, 08:52 PM |
Möbius | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 12:25 AM | ||
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Did you just get that? Looks pretty cool. | ||
Alex | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 09:37 AM |
OG Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 9,054 Member No.: 111 Joined: Nov 26th 2002 Location: Atlanta | Yeahh... that's a little different than an RS250. So, what size motor does it have? Yayyy 2 wheels! |
Shirogane | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 09:55 AM | ||
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Trying to find that out myself, but I definitely know it's not anywhere below 125cc, and it's a 2-stroke (forced) water-cooled. | ||
Dr.Ift | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 11:10 AM |
Request Title - PM Mods Group: Members Posts: 438 Member No.: 6,105 Joined: Mar 11th 2005 Location: Ankara/Turkey | That's an Aprilia SR,though I'm not sure which engine it is. But after a little googling,I think they only imported the SR50,though I'm not sure again. Image size reduced, original size: 800 x 600. Click here to view the image in its original dimension. |
Shirogane | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 11:55 AM |
SCREEEEEEECHING INTENSIFIES Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,595 Member No.: 17,722 Joined: May 10th 2006 Location: Washington | I'll be damned, it is an SR50! Thanks, Dr. Ift! |
Möbius | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 08:43 PM | ||
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Well, it was only one number off. | ||
Shirogane | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 09:12 PM | ||
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Eh, can't help it. But it does mean one good thing; No endorsement required | ||
Rudy | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 09:23 PM |
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Dr.Ift | Posted: Aug 23 2010, 09:27 PM | ||
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You're welcome,nice to have another Aprilia in the forums I've ridden 50cc 2-stroke scooters,although not the SR50,and they are FAST as 50cc scooters. | ||
Alex | Posted: Aug 27 2010, 05:48 PM |
OG Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 9,054 Member No.: 111 Joined: Nov 26th 2002 Location: Atlanta | *sigh* This thread just keeps reminding me of my motorcycle situation. Of course nothing is going to happen as long as I remain in limbo between jobs (see: unemployed), but once I have the money I can either pick moving out or a motorcycle. I really, really want both, but of course I can only have one for the time being and I think we all know which would be the better choice. There's a long wait on my 2 wheeled dreams. |
Möbius | Posted: Aug 28 2010, 07:08 AM |
IDW Top Poster Group: Advanced Members Posts: 33,844 Member No.: 3,524 Joined: Oct 2nd 2004 Location: Update Profile | I thought you got a 250 a while back? |
Alex | Posted: Aug 28 2010, 09:01 AM | ||
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I test rode a 250 two Octobers ago. It's becoming a distant memory. | ||
Möbius | Posted: Aug 28 2010, 10:09 PM | ||
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When you posted pics I thought you got it already. | ||
Shirogane | Posted: Oct 24 2010, 12:43 AM |
SCREEEEEEECHING INTENSIFIES Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,595 Member No.: 17,722 Joined: May 10th 2006 Location: Washington | As it turns out, a friend was selling me a DiTech (Same generation, just cheaper than mines) that, well, I couldn't get much out of him besides saying it runs like crap after 20, as well as no titling (It was brought over from Michigan.) Seeing as I have no experience involving EFI motorcycles, as I'm more of an old-techie (My SR's Carb'd, if some wanted to know), would this be a useful investment alongside my oddly-green SR? |
takumi-kun | Posted: Oct 24 2010, 07:48 PM |
IDW Expert Member Group: Members Posts: 135 Member No.: 22,640 Joined: Dec 31st 2006 Location: Update Profile | I just recently traded in my ninja 250r and picked up an 09 zx6r and its a lot better than the 250 |
Shirogane | Posted: Oct 24 2010, 08:05 PM | ||
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... Well, what do you think the 250R was meant for? | ||
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