Looking for a used bike is tough

GothicGhost · 8 Jul 2018 at 01:09

I sold my Honley 100cc scooter the other day as it was a bit small for me and want a big bike again.

Had a XJ600 before that so maybe get another one if I can see one that's not bad condition.

I have about £900 but it seems right now £900 does not get you much like it did a few years back

GothicGhost · 8 Jul 2018 at 09:49

Yea not after anything special.
I have seen lots of CBR 500/600 or similar design.

But I wanted a more sitting upright bike with wider handle bars
I think I will be getting another xj600 for my price range.

Looking in 45 miles range from Luton.

GothicGhost · 9 Jul 2018 at 23:19

Seen this XJ900.
Has new mot and look alright from the pictures.
https://www.preloved.co.uk/adverts/show/117808319/yamaha-xj900-diversion.html?link=/search?keyword=motor&sectionId=2147&location=LU2+9AS&distance=50&orderBy=distance

GothicGhost · 14 Jul 2018 at 17:57

I bought something but having buyers remorse lol.
It's a CBF600 2004 66000 miles

Mostly the fairings need work and to be bolted on better.
I should have thought about better.

GothicGhost · 14 Jul 2018 at 19:06

Yeah true, I guess because my mate was not there to give a proper look over.
I know some stuff but not a lot.

Should be ok I only paid £700 so I can also sell it on later if I don't like it.
Going to get insured and go for a proper test ride tomorrow.

GothicGhost · 16 Jul 2018 at 23:18

Well, I was not happy with the CBF600 and someone wanted it for what I paid

Got me a nice Yamaha XJ900 1997 today for £700 with a nice tank bag, spare parts and colour correct paint.
And not long ago had a full new Motad exhaust system.
It's been well looked after and I would be the 3rd owner.

GothicGhost · 17 Jul 2018 at 23:56

Rilot said:
Not sure I'd take a Divvy over the CBF but if you're happy then it was the right choice.

I did regret buying the CBF but that's my own fault for rushing and not thinking.

Diddums said:
Bloody hell that's a lot of bike for the money! Looks to be in good nick too, you did well there, congrats. For some reason the Diversion owners group on FB has a reputation for being one of the most helpful around, seen it mentioned a few times. Might help to join if you need any info

Thanks, The 2nd owner had for like 6 years and he looked after it very well.
And I will join that for sure

GothicGhost · 26 Jul 2018 at 19:55

Not bad price but Hopefully I should be ok for a while

The fairings are worth bit of money if not cracked.