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Post by larry on Apr 27, 2018 11:41:37 GMT 10
Hello all, I am looking to purchase a Firestorm. This would be an ideal example: www.bikesales.com.au/bikes/details/2006-Honda-VTR1000F-(Firestorm)/SSE-AD-5199620However, I currently own a BMW R1200RT, ex-police. This needs to go, either sold or swapped. Anyone out there who can help would be appreciated. Thank you, Larry UPDATE: Just found a Firestorm owner (now ex-owner) who was happy to swap for the BMW.Now the proud owner of a 1997 VTR1000F. Not my preferred choice as I was looking for a later model. Thank you, Larry |
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Post by Von Nudenut on Apr 28, 2018 13:34:22 GMT 10
Don't pay $7K for a Storm. Don't get me wrong, I've had two and I bloody love them, but they're not worth $7K. Don't let the low klms entice you. They aren't worn out at 150,000klms. So look for one by overall condition and a lower price. They were the highest selling road bike in Australia for a few years, so there's heaps of them around. After living with an R1200RT the Storm will feel like a bmx bike by comparison.
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Post by larry on Apr 29, 2018 16:24:00 GMT 10
Thanks for the reply Von. Yes $7K is a bit steep, but it was more using he ad as an example. Plus, being in Bundaberg he might come down.
After having had a hiatus from M/C, in 2010 I purchased a K1200S BMW. This thing was insane. Tried to slow things down and being a fan of
Ducatis, I bought a Monster 1200S. Very uncomfortable bike. Promptly sold it. Then traded the K12 on the RT12.
Once again not quite my cup of tea.
Having owned a number of bevel drive Ducatis, I think the Firestorm might fit the bill. Considered Suzuki's TL but I think the Storm would
be better.
Unless I find someone who wants to swap, I will have to wait until the RT is sold.
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Post by vtrstormer on May 2, 2018 16:44:32 GMT 10
Larry have a look on gumtree plenty about at the moment and a few have been on there for a while so they will nudge on price I think.
If you get stuck you can always buy mine for $7000 lol
Good luck
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Post by kenmoore on May 4, 2018 5:45:45 GMT 10
Or mine for 10 ,
Only joking.
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Post by stormtrooper on May 25, 2018 17:37:50 GMT 10
Don't pay $7K for a Storm. Don't get me wrong, I've had two and I bloody love them, but they're not worth $7K. Don't let the low klms entice you. They aren't worn out at 150,000klms. So look for one by overall condition and a lower price. They were the highest selling road bike in Australia for a few years, so there's heaps of them around. After living with an R1200RT the Storm will feel like a bmx bike by comparison. I have a 2006 model with 7000kms on it and am considering sell it. It has remus pipes, tank bag, gearsack bag, near new tyres, red in colour in excellent condition and rear stand. My price would be $7000. Yes you can buy cheaper but there are not too many in the country with low klms. When I buy any cars or bikes secondhand I prefer to chase low klms before low price. For a few thousand dollars more you may avoid the previous owners problems and less wear and tear. Redbook pricing for private sale for my bike is $7200 Just my opinion. |
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Post by larry on May 27, 2018 14:01:16 GMT 10
Thanks Stormtrooper,
Will consider it as soon as I sell the BMW.
BTW where are you. I am in Casino NSW.
Larry
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Post by stormtrooper on May 27, 2018 20:16:34 GMT 10
Port Pirie SA
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Post by stormtrooper on Jul 31, 2018 23:19:45 GMT 10
Don't pay $7K for a Storm. Don't get me wrong, I've had two and I bloody love them, but they're not worth $7K. Don't let the low klms entice you. They aren't worn out at 150,000klms. So look for one by overall condition and a lower price. They were the highest selling road bike in Australia for a few years, so there's heaps of them around. After living with an R1200RT the Storm will feel like a bmx bike by comparison. I have a 2006 model with 7000kms on it and am considering sell it. It has remus pipes, tank bag, gearsack bag, near new tyres, red in colour in excellent condition and rear stand. My price would be $7000. Yes you can buy cheaper but there are not too many in the country with low klms. When I buy any cars or bikes secondhand I prefer to chase low klms before low price. For a few thousand dollars more you may avoid the previous owners problems and less wear and tear. Redbook pricing for private sale for my bike is $7200 Just my opinion. If anyone is interested......I have listed my bike on Gumtree today. |
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Post by stormtrooper on Aug 19, 2018 12:40:34 GMT 10
I have a 2006 model with 7000kms on it and am considering sell it. It has remus pipes, tank bag, gearsack bag, near new tyres, red in colour in excellent condition and rear stand. My price would be $7000. Yes you can buy cheaper but there are not too many in the country with low klms. When I buy any cars or bikes secondhand I prefer to chase low klms before low price. For a few thousand dollars more you may avoid the previous owners problems and less wear and tear. Redbook pricing for private sale for my bike is $7200 Just my opinion. If anyone is interested......I have listed my bike on Gumtree today. Sold my bike this morning for $6800 |
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Post by larry on Dec 3, 2018 14:48:18 GMT 10
UPDATE:
Just found a Firestorm owner (now ex-owner) who was happy to swap for
the BMW.Now the proud owner of a 1997 VTR1000F.
Not my preferred choice as I was looking for a later model.
Thank you,
Larry
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Post by kenmoore on Dec 3, 2018 19:08:15 GMT 10
Post a couple of pics mate !
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Post by griffo on Dec 5, 2018 19:45:49 GMT 10
Well done !
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