First bike, just made a deposit. Is it good? (pics included)

redballs · Jul 21, 2011

Corsara said:
Here's a little twist to the story: I've spoken to the dealer, and it appears that they will be able to accommodate my request to put the deposit towards another bike in their inventory.

Now, before you jump and tell me to run, please keep in mind that they are pretty much the only place where I could find a couple of FZ6 for sale. Also, travelling to the US to buy the bike is not viable for me---even if I was to find a friend with a trailer, I can't find time in my work schedule for dealing with an import.

That said, the dealer has a 2004 Yamaha FZ6 with 27,000 km (about 16k miles) on it, and it is much cheaper too. Unfortunately, I have only one very low quality picture of it, so I will have to wait until Saturday, when I can go there, examine my original choice, as well as examine the 2004 one and make a decision.

Question: 2004 Yamaha FZ6 with such mileage---is this a lot for a motorcycle, or not really?

Corsara · Jul 21, 2011

Anthrax said:
I bought a brand spanking new 2009 fz6 a year ago. I got it for 7k in quebec. Not as far as US and i'm sure they have one or two left. Moto illimite in terrebonne. Look for their web site and give them a call.

none in stock

Kamloops · Jul 21, 2011

How far are you from Buffalo, just posted yesterday.

***2009 Yamaha FZ6***

Or Sault Ste. Marie,

2008 Yamaha FZ6
http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-cars-veh...rt-touring-2008-Yamaha-FZ6-W0QQAdIdZ298232202
I am selling my almost new 2008 FZ6 to pay my tuition for the upcoming semester. It was hardly ridden, only has 300 km and is in mint condition. Full fairing and underseat exaust. I'm asking $6000.00

Neal · Jul 21, 2011

You are paying too much even if the bike was in perfect condition and other here think the bike has been down.

callmegandhi · Jul 21, 2011

I've seen a few posts that have said it already. Too much for a damaged bike! Keep looking it's worth it!

Corsara · Jul 21, 2011

redballs said:
If you insist on going with Cycle World; check the local classified with comparable bike's ( Yamaha FZ6 2005 BLUE - Mississauga / Peel Region Sport Bikes For Sale - Kijiji Mississauga / Peel Region Canada. , or 2005 Yamaha FZ6 - Mississauga / Peel Region Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Mississauga / Peel Region Canada. or even 2005 Yamaha FZ6 like new,,saftied $4800.00 - Oshawa / Durham Region Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Oshawa / Durham Region Canada. ), and make them an appropriate offer for the condition and milage they are offering you.

Thanks! Unfortunately I've already looked at these three listings: first one never replied, second one is firm on the price, third one is too far and has 46k mileage

redballs said:
EDIT:
A few more to look at if you don't mind driving around Ontario. FYI A couple are from dealer's but the majority are from private seller's. 1. 2008 Yamaha FZ6 - Ontario Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Ontario Canada. 2. 2005 Yamaha FZ6 - Ontario Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Ontario Canada. 3. 2007 Yamaha FZ6 - Trenton Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Trenton Canada. 4. 2007 YAMAHA FZ6 EXCELLENT CONDITION $4999 - Sarnia Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Sarnia Canada. 5. 2006 Yamaha FZ6 - Ontario Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Ontario Canada. 6. 2006 Yamaha FZ6 - Ottawa Street Motorcycles, Cruisers, Choppers For Sale - Kijiji Ottawa Canada. 7. 2006 Yamaha FZ FZ6 600 - Ontario Sport Bikes For Sale - Kijiji Ontario Canada. 8. 2007 yamaha fz6 - Ontario Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Ontario Canada.

Good luck with your bike hunt or your soon to be purchase.

Most of these bikes are very far from here (I'm talking many hours even days of driving).

Thanks

Corsara · Jul 21, 2011

Kamloops said:
How far are you from Buffalo, just posted yesterday.

***2009 Yamaha FZ6***

Or Sault Ste. Marie,

2008 Yamaha FZ6
2008 Yamaha FZ6 - Ontario Sport Touring Motorcycles For Sale - Kijiji Ontario Canada.
I am selling my almost new 2008 FZ6 to pay my tuition for the upcoming semester. It was hardly ridden, only has 300 km and is in mint condition. Full fairing and underseat exaust. I'm asking $6000.00

Buffalo---very close, 1 hr drive, but above my price range

Sault Ste. Marie---800km away (8 hours, 12 with traffic)

((

LERecords · Jul 21, 2011

but dont just over pay and buy a peice of crap.. thats what were all trying to tell you here.. if you have to wait a little, big deal...

Corsara · Jul 21, 2011

LERecords said:
but dont just over pay and buy a peice of crap.. thats what were all trying to tell you here.. if you have to wait a little, big deal...

I knooow, i knoww

...it is a big deal though---my second child will be born in September...which means sleepless nights and no free time all over again (had that same thing 6 years ago with the first precious one).. just wanted to have a little bit of "fun" before the season ends, blame me all you want :spank:

Kamloops · Jul 21, 2011

The one in Buffalo is asking price. 2009 Yamaha FZ6*** - $6725

Maybe he will go lower, its worth emailing him an offer. Maybe offer him 5800.00

5600 Cad dollars is not worth about 6k USD

Or here is an 06 Mint with less than 1000 miles asking 5k in Buffalo

http://buffalo.craigslist.org/mcy/2473334593.html

Or in ERIE PA, not too far? Maybe something up with this one?
2008 Yamaha FZ6 - $4500
http://erie.craigslist.org/mcy/2503224840.html

phranK2k11 · Jul 21, 2011

I bet im not the only 1 that cant wait for a weekend update

opcorn:

Corsara · Jul 23, 2011

phranK2k11 said:
I bet im not the only 1 that cant wait for a weekend update

opcorn:

And here comes the weekend update

Let me start by saying THANK YOU to all of you! I didn't buy the bike! Let's just say that the pictures I've posted actually show the bike in much better condition that it actually is. When I went to see it, it was a total wreck! Of course, they tried to "prep" it by painting the frame with black paint...lol... too bad they "forgot" to fix the 30 degree crooked fairing and gauge panel---I put the bike on the center stand and everything is literally to to the side, but not by little---by so much that it's not just of matter of bothering the rider, I'm sure it would create such a nasty wind drag that it will probably be unsafe! Also, the drop on the right side made quite a lot of damage---the front fork on the right side where the shock shoes are---this took a beating...oh man oh man! 6 thousand dollars!!!

Looked at another FZ6...cheaper (5k canadian)...2004, with almost 30 thousand MILES on it, not KM. It had frame sliders which were worn (both of them), indicating the bike has been to the sides many times probably... again, a bit blinded by desire to get a bike already, I actually considered that one...for just a second. Whatever signs of enthusiasm I had vanished the moment when they said "we can't start it for you, it doesn't have a battery, it's way too much hassle to put a battery right now"....LOL! CYCLE WORLD SUPERSTORE, TORONTO! LOL, ARE YOU GUYS FOR REAL?!?!?!?!

My news doesn't end here, and I'll probably become a target of some laughs now (because of the price), but on the way back I phoned the guy from Kijiji who was on the way...stopped by, looked at the bike---2005 FZ6, 18k KM (11k Miles). NOT A SINGLE SCRATCH (except a tiny little wear just where the gear shifting is where the shoes touch). MINT CONDITION! A bit above 5k canadian. Expensive, but I just LOVE THE BIKE! The guy rode it to my house (some 70km through traffic and also speedy ways). I've got a bike, guys! It's right in my garage! Will post photos ASAP!

Just want to tell you that I've put a compilation of "buying used bike checklist" of things to do and check when buying a bike. I've compiled that list from a few different website lists, and went through mostly everything. The bike has a new rear tire, a bit worn but still good front. Break pads are good, shocks good, no rust anywhere, no oil dripping, shocks don't leak, starts great from cold, wheels seem aligned, etc. etc. The only single flaw I found during my amateur inspection was what is diagnosed with loose steering bearings, but I figured---what the heck, that's the only thing I found and most probably it's just a matter of tightening. Other than that, the steering has no thump, nothing... lol, look at me, after reading some I try to sound like a pro and using all these words totally new to my vocab!

))

CHEERS!

Ransom · Jul 24, 2011

Congrats!!! and :welcome:

I think this was a great thread and it had a pretty good ending!

opcorn:
Glad you didn't buy from them. From the reviews I've read on them and your story here they sound shaddy as #*%%. I only wish you took pictures of what the bike actually looked like.

Can't wait to see your baby though.
:welcome:

dxh24 · Jul 24, 2011

Lol read the entire drama of the whole thread, and i'm happy for your outcome!

Good things come to those who wait

PICS!!!

LERecords · Jul 24, 2011

YES!!! you didnt go for the piece of crap!!! :thumbup:

now just post up some pictures!!! congrats on the bike :thumbup:

Kazza · Jul 24, 2011

:welcome: to the forum and I absolutely LOVE the colour of that bike

Corsara · Jul 24, 2011

Here she is with the first rider in my family

Motogiro · Jul 24, 2011

Congratulations! Great looking bike!

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