ChickOn2 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 If you haven't heard already, I sold my Katana this week. I liked it, but it was really heavy for me (505 pounds, dry), and drove like a boat. The S.O. also worried about me handling the size, when he has to leave (he's military). If I drop it and he is away, I'm because I would not be able to pick that SOB up.So I am on the lookout for my next love. I DON'T want to generate a bill. Budget is in the $2000 to $2500 range. I would like at least 500ccs, a sport bike or sport cruiser, but not too flippin' heavy!What can y'all suggest, or can y'all give me some kind of starting point?GO-----> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 You haven't been shown how to pick up a bike I see! If you know how to pick up a bike you can pick up the any of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 This."1998 Honda CBR 600 F337k miles.Runs well!! New brakes, new chain, new Pilot Power tires, f/r, just changed oil, etc.The bike is in very good condition, but not perfect. It has a little bit of road rash and was missing a fairing when I picked it up two years ago. Right now it has the black rear piece which is the only part that isn't original. The bike looks very good and I still get tons of compliments on it.I am in no hurry to sell, so I am firm with the price. $2500.This bike will hold its value well, so in 1-2 years you should be able to sell for around the same price.The bike is located in Columbus, OH. (Clean title)If you have any questions, please email or call:FriedEGs@ohiodrifting.com(614) 657-0575Thanks for looking!NOT MINE..... ITS ON ANOTHER FORUM (OHIODRIFTING.COM)" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrjess0815 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 uhm, hello... i should be known as the honda cheerleader hereGET A NEW CBR!!! like 07 and up! for serious, you will love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmoosego Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 ummmm a moped would be light.... just kiddin.... I'd lean towards older inline 4's or maybe a sv 650, naked.... they are fairly light from what I understand... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 uhm, hello... i should be known as the honda cheerleader hereWell make a trip up here and I will show you how to pick one up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickOn2 Posted June 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 You haven't been shown how to pick up a bike I see! If you know how to pick up a bike you can pick up the any of them.I can pick up SOME. I could back-up to my Ninja and get it off the ground. Not so, with that dang Katana, that thing was a beast. And handled like a big hairy beast, and not the good kind of hairy beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 That F3 is bangin!! Too bad it's a heavy pig like the 'tuna.Yeah, 403 dry. But that's still better than 450 to 460 dry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrjess0815 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 I'm serious, you have no idea how happy a newer bike will make you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickOn2 Posted June 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 Yeah, 403 dry. But that's still better than 450 to 460 dry.MUCH better. And the point is to reduce worry on the soon-to-be deployed Marine. I can't have him thinking I'm pinned under a bike without him here to rescue me LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wheezle Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 Hey its easy if you make it up to col Ill show how easy it is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbrjess0815 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 Maybe she doesn't have 9 grand lying around. That's a big difference. I was unaware they are that light. I'd buy that one' date=' Chick. Those old CBRs are rock solid, handle great and look even better.[/quote']very true.. im just obsessed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lost1888 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 There are all kinds of SV's within 300 miles of you.http://www.searchtempest.com/results.php?Region=na&statesel=&citysel=&statecodes=&citycodes=&catname=all+sale%2Fwanted&citySelect=zip&maxDist=300&zip=45385&showeb=1&category=8&subcat1=ccc&subcat2=eee&subcat3=ggg&subcat4=hhh&subcat5=jjj&subcat6=ppp&subcat7=res&subcat8=sss&subcat9=bbb&minAsk4=min&maxAsk4=max&bedrooms=&minAsk6=min&maxAsk6=max&minAsk8=min&maxAsk8=max&doa=&search_string=sv650&keytype=all&search_string_neg= Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChickOn2 Posted June 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 That's a big difference. I was unaware they are that light. I'd buy that one' date=' Chick. Those old CBRs are rock solid, handle great and look even better.[/quote']Ironically, HE has a '98 CBR! yay, we could match! LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerocrash Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 GO DUAL SPORT!!! :D Light, cheap, reliable, unlimited riding possibilities, and you can crash them without doing 1000's dollars worth of damage! But if you have to go street/sport only, I would recommend the SV650. You can easily pick up a 99-02 in your price range, and if you look hard enough you may be able to get an 03 or newer even. (updated body style and fuel injection)You could also consider a Suzuki GS500 or Kawasaki Ninja 500, which are only about $5k new so you should be able to get a fairly late model of either in your $$ range.And as others have suggested, the older F3's are definitely solid, you're just gonna have to go back a few more years to get to where you're budget needs to be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBartolucci4 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 What about an EX500R. Thats what I started on. Its like riding a bicycle... Except with a motor and no pedals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerocrash Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 You could also consider a Suzuki GS500 or Kawasaki Ninja 500, which are only about $5k new so you should be able to get a fairly late model of either in your $$ range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBartolucci4 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 My bad, guess I skipped some posts... Great minds think alike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerocrash Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 My bad, guess I skipped some posts... Great minds think alike!You know it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hondajt Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 http://dayton.craigslist.org/mcy/1215569290.html 1998 NinjaI found a couple more, but they were all closer to $3k. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 Yeah late 90's 4cyl or sv650. You would probably not be crazy about the Ex500 ninja and definitely not the Gs500, it's a turd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixxie750 Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 +1 sv 650 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSVDon Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 Also, 98 to 02 Ninja 600s they are the exact same as the new ZZR600. Check it out on the Kawi website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KruelHouse Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 If you haven't heard already, I sold my Katana this week. I liked it, but it was really heavy for me (505 pounds, dry), and drove like a boat.505lbs DRY?!!? HOT DAYUM! WAS IT BULLETPROOF?Just kidding! I'd go with the CBR 600 for handling, reliability, and curb appeal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jarvismb Posted June 11, 2009 Report Share Posted June 11, 2009 i have a lead on a 2001 Yamaha YZF600R, if that is a bit more to your liking. Let's just say that the previous owner is a near exact copy of you. I can PM you details if you want.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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