Getting a new (to me) bike!

[Xavias]

Well, I'm finally getting what I want!
A nice, new(er) FZ6! I've been trolling the forums here, but didn't feel part of the family since I don't have a fizzer!

But with spring, came time to sell some stuff.
So I sold my 1983 Honda NightHawk 550 (CB550SC) - $750 (26k miles, decent shape, salvaged title)
Then I sold my 1998 Chevy cavalier, as I replaced it with a 2007 Mazda3 - ($750, 221k miles, ran like a champ but body was not great at all, salvaged title)
Then came time to sell my new baby... My 2002 SV650s, 25k miles, in great shape, clean title, so much FUN! - $2500

So this left me with $4k to play with... and then I started having fun!

I was shopping and shopping for different bikes, but I had one thing in mind. "Sport-Touring" The SV was too cramped for me, and I started hurting in my knees after about an hour of riding. The gas tank was too small, and my family is talking about doing a colorado trip this summer (From michigan).

So I test rode a Vstrom, as it had the same motor as the SV, and it was pretty good, until I test rode my friend's 2007 blue FZ6.

My mind was made up instantly, so I went to searchtempest.com immediately.

Long story short, I'm going this weekend to pick up what will hopefully (depending on how it is mechanically and visually in person, as pictures only tell so much...) my 2007 Blue FZ6 (completely stock) with 10k on the clock for just under $4 grand.

I. Am. So. Excited. :BLAA:

Now the part about the thread... anything I should look out for? Anything I should look to change right away?

 

[callmegandhi]

I would change the oil and brake fluids, even if the previous owner says he changed them regularly. Check the tires psi and your ready to ride! :welcome:

 

[bob808]

Then FZ1 bars, nice levers, must have crash pads , rear luggage and continue until you run out of money

 

[Yamma~Tiger]

Its a pretty solid bike, but inspect the frame. Some people they they are professional stunters, lar the bike down and sometimes the sliders dig in and rip a chunk out the frame.

 

[Xavias]

Warning: Pic heavy!

Thanks tiger, will do! I've seen pictures, and can upload a few if you guys want to take a look. Let me just do some finagglin' a second...

This bike looks pretty dang good! We'll see when I get there... Apparently the guy traded it in for a V-Max? His loss is my gain!

There we go: Pics attached!

 

[dpaul007]

Looks nice. Same as mine Start saving up the cash for some mods. Fender eliminator, exhaust, etc.

 

[ChevyFazer]

Looks like a very nice unmolested bike!!!

 

[jdoorn14]

Congrats on the purchase. I reserve the right to :drool: if I ever see you riding it around...

 

[Xavias]

As soon as you get a bike, hit me up and we'll go for a little ride! :thumbup:

 

[CBRF3RIDER]

Hey man I'm just south of you in Kalamazoo until the end of April when I move back to East Lansing. Let me know if you want to ride! Id be willing to take the trip north/west for a half a day sometime. There is also another member on here from GR


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[phranK2k11]

an i seeing things or is there a skuff/scrape on the bottom of the left side of the engine case?

 

[jdoorn14]

As soon as you get a bike, hit me up and we'll go for a little ride! :thumbup:

Definitely will do!

an i seeing things or is there a skuff/scrape on the bottom of the left side of the engine case?

I see something there, too. Something more for OP to check when he sees it in person.

 

[eh89]

looks awesome. congrats:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

 

[Xavias]

Hmmm, hadn't noticed that scuff before... let me grab my laptop and check it out closer...

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[Xavias]

Small change of plans... instead, it looks like im going to be going to Ohio today to pick up an 08 fz6 in black. 16k miles and looks PERFECT. I checked out the larger pictures and there are no suspect scratches at all. Gotta negotiate with him about the bags he might sell with it.

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[FinalImpact]

........ and continue until you run out of money

I think he may be that spot now! LOL

Good Luck with the New bike, you won't be disappointed!

 

[CBRF3RIDER]

Nice! If we go riding we will match lol.


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[Xavias]

Heck yeah, CBRF!

A few details:
- About the bike: 2008 FZ6, 2 owners, 16,xxx miles, new rubber, oil, MINT condition...
- Purchase price: $3800 for the bike, $350 for This speedpack baggage system, matching tent bag with brand new 4 person tent, and tank bag.
- Bike runs GREAT, this guy definitely takes care of his stuff.

Also: I got around to taking some pictures after I washed the bike yesterday, so here's my new baby!!!

With my dad when we were picking up the bike... he's jealous, but he can't cheat on his 83 goldwing gl1100 right now..

 

[jdoorn14]

Looks great! Congrats on the new purchase! Your dad's not the only jealous one...

 

[mxgolf]

Great looking FZ6. Have fun moding and ride safe! Welcome to a great forum. :rockon: