09-15-2010, 12:09 PM | #16 |
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Im leaning towards the Hensim 250, it sounds like an awesome deal and from what ive heard from the guy, is in almsot new condition. Anyone able to chime in on any known issues with those bikes? Or are they pretty solid? Im heading to the plate office later today to see if i can plate the thing.
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09-15-2010, 03:36 PM | #17 |
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We've heard only good reports about the Hensiem 250.
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09-15-2010, 03:43 PM | #18 |
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You might be able to get a new one for that price. Offer him $1000, he might take it. Look it over carefully and ask questions, check the oil for metal and good luck!
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09-15-2010, 06:35 PM | #19 |
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Any idea where I could get a new one then? Not sure where there are dealers for them.
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09-15-2010, 07:27 PM | #20 |
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Google vbike.us, I believe they were selling them last spring. I looked at the site and they don't show any, give them a call.
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09-15-2010, 08:19 PM | #21 |
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This old Honda looks sweet,
http://saskatchewan.kijiji.ca/c-cars...AdIdZ225014967 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_XL175 |
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09-15-2010, 08:43 PM | #22 |
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Want highway speeds this is good for that
http://saskatchewan.kijiji.ca/c-cars...AdIdZ223752900 None of the chinese dual sports are good for 60mph seriously its pushing them. This bike for maybe $1,500? and then take it into a Honda dealer to check the bike out.... you can ask the seller if you can take it to a Honda dealer for diagnostics. I would paint it....I do not like its color. |
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09-15-2010, 08:51 PM | #23 |
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could look like this
Red paint and a black seat and some decals. http://www.bikepics.com/honda/xl600/ |
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09-15-2010, 09:25 PM | #24 |
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Qlink...item1c15a28478
This is what i am waiting to receive , Nice price ! |
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09-15-2010, 09:27 PM | #25 |
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You won't find a better bike at a better price than the one above
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09-15-2010, 09:46 PM | #26 |
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My dealer friend has 3 XP200's for sale. $1400 each.
I like that old XR.... If someone buys my Yamaha XS400 I can get a Pitster.... I'm just sayin'
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09-15-2010, 10:00 PM | #27 |
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of the 200s posted, im guessing the 250 would be better at reaching those higher speeds with a higher tooth sprocket correct?
From what ive seen/heard Im still leaning toward the used hensim. Those older bikes id be afraid of getting parts for due to the age, also it seems to be either too small an engine, or too big. Keep in mind this would be my first bike, so I would like something that would have the power, but not be overkill, also from what ive read those 600s are too bulky for offroading in most cases correct? |
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09-15-2010, 10:25 PM | #28 |
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Depends. For a beginner rider of average size and strength, yes, too bulky. Especially in the woods. For an expert or desert rider, she's a honey.
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09-16-2010, 09:03 AM | #29 |
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Just remember it needs to be available in Canada.
The hensim sounds like a fair deal considering Canadian pricing. That honda would be a tough first bike. Espicially off-road. |
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09-16-2010, 10:22 AM | #30 |
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yea it does, if i can talk him down a couple hundred I think i would have a good deal on my hands. 300k on an 08 is pretty low, would anyone have any suggestions on what to look for if I go see it?
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