Sad day-gz down for the winter

[Plavanchy]

Hurriedly got the garage situated for the winter-the gz is against the wall. Just rode her last Tuesday but the cold weather is setting in-we had about an inch of snow last night-winter sucks

[jonathan180iq]

Winter does suck. But that doesn't mean we can't keep each other warm with tales of two-wheeled folly and plans for what we'll do to these bikes in the Spring, right?

Hunker down everyone... except your losers who live on the beach and like to share photos of Dolphins.

[Water Warrior 2]

Yeah, us seasonal and recent non-riders can just have our fantasies of the mountain twisties and sunshine. Of course my fav fantasies have nothing to do with bikes.

[jonathan180iq]

Hahaha! Well said, my friend.

[Water Warrior 2]

I have been looking a CL for a new to me bike for next season. Starting to kick myself for not picking up a good deal when it was offered to me.

[Cathy]

I have been looking a CL for a new to me bike for next season. Starting to kick myself for not picking up a good deal when it was offered to me.
It's okay !

People will plan to sell more now for Christmas money. :2tup:

[Water Warrior 2]

I have been looking a CL for a new to me bike for next season. Starting to kick myself for not picking up a good deal when it was offered to me.
It's okay !

People will plan to sell more now for Christmas money. :2tup:
Great minds think alike. :2tup:

[Cathy]

[quote="Water Warrior":4nzngagh]I have been looking a CL for a new to me bike for next season. Starting to kick myself for not picking up a good deal when it was offered to me.
It's okay !

People will plan to sell more now for Christmas money. :2tup:
Great minds think alike. :2tup:[/quote:4nzngagh]
I suggest a FZ8 next, if you visit Western powersport they're closing down so you might get a good deal on a bike right now.

[Water Warrior 2]

Cathy, I'm hoping to find a bike old enough to be insured as a collector bike. Insurance is really a joke for a collector compared to a newer bike. Also the older bikes can be maintained somewhat easier without special tools or a computer program. I really like the new foolproof bikes but I am not willing to pay that much for what is essentially a big toy.

[Cathy]

People like DRZ since it's is under the 400cc insurance bracket, but I guess it is a little bit uncomfortable since it is a dual-sport. :cry: I don't really know what you like to ride though.

[Water Warrior 2]

Had a Vstrom 650 for 7 years and it was a foolproof, bulletproof bike but I tired of it. I am thinking of a cruiser now with just enough comfort for a day ride with a few stops to stretch the old body parts. Of course I am also looking at an old Gold Wing in good shape. They are very comfy and any parts needed are always available.

[Cathy]

Like those old Aspencade ?

I've seen them go for 2-3 with high kms.

[Water Warrior 2]

Like those old Aspencade ?

I've seen them go for 2-3 with high kms.
Early to middle 80's Wings are nice. I would shy away from the Aspencade due to the electronics. Ideally a 84 or 85 Interstate with low miles would be great. They are 1200 cc's with hydraulic lifters(no valve adjustments needed), linked brakes with upgraded suspension and handling over their slightly older brothers.

[Cathy]

Those look pretty.

[Water Warrior 2]

Just trying to get a bite on a 82 Wing right now. The seller wants too much with absolutely no maintenance history. I have a $2200 limit set for another bike. I can afford more but I figure to limit my spending now and know there will be certain expenses later on any older bike. Luckily I have friend who is a pretty good mechanic and knows a lot about Wings of the past.
He bought a 84 Wing that needed a lot of TLC and now it runs like new. I am impressed with way he does things.

[Cathy]

Good luck, this is the best time to buy and sooner or later they will drop. My Marauder was originally asking $500 more then what I got it for.

[Water Warrior 2]

The owner of the Wing is asking $2950 on CL but will take $2500. Gotta think about this one for a while. Maybe offer $2400 if it looks real good in person. How the heck would I get a 700 pound bike up into the back of my Ranger? Can't/won't ride it back, too many unknowns with a strange bike.

[Cathy]

2300-2400 would be great, where is it ?

[Water Warrior 2]

2300-2400 would be great, where is it ?
WhiteRock. I emailed and said I was going to pass on the bike so it's all yours if you want it.

[Cathy]

That is not bad, take the ride with BCAA to cover you in case of failure. :3

[blaine]

Not good for the forum.