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Posted by chief
- August 24, 2012, 10:18:47 AMThe 1500 and the 800 are two VERY different machines... it really is NEW tech vs OLD tech.
EFI vs carbs, shaft vs chains, dual shocks vs monoshock, differences in gearing, differences in looks. You need to consider how you ride, where you ride and when you ride. EFI keeps the bike running consistently regardless of altitude. The 1500 will run 80 all day on the interstate with power to spare, regardless of loading. The 800 simply is not designed that way... it has all the benefits and shortcomings of the old tech bikes.Posted by mbk
- August 23, 2012, 22:26:52 PMQuote from: ChilliDrift on August 23, 2012, 10:33:54 AMHaving ridden both just once or twice on test rides, I kind of favor the 800 only because I am used to 650s.As a new Drifter owner. I looked at 800s and a 1500. I am glad I got the 1500. If you plan on riding 2 up, consider the 1500.
Posted by mbk
- August 23, 2012, 22:22:21 PMQuote from: ChilliDrift on August 23, 2012, 10:33:54 AMGood point - thanks for the helpAs a new Drifter owner. I looked at 800s and a 1500. I am glad I got the 1500. If you plan on riding 2 up, consider the 1500.
Posted by ChilliDrift
- August 23, 2012, 10:33:54 AMAs a new Drifter owner. I looked at 800s and a 1500. I am glad I got the 1500. If you plan on riding 2 up, consider the 1500.
Posted by chief
- August 23, 2012, 08:59:50 AMBUT!! These things tend to sell in spurts... as with any deal... you may lose out entirely if you dicker too long.
Posted by 45 Bravo
- August 23, 2012, 00:57:16 AMThere is a guy in memphis area , has an 04 800cc drifter, it is painted nice, but asking 8000, a little steep i think, but you can ASK what you want..
I agree with the irish above, offer the 4, see what sticks.
you can always go up.
45 Bravo
Posted by Dirty Irish
- August 22, 2012, 22:53:14 PMI just paid 5k for an 03 with 14,000 and bunch of stuff on it, offer the 4k, all he can say is no. Good luck!
Dirty Irish
Posted by chief
- August 20, 2012, 10:58:04 AMPersonally, I wouldn't let mine go for $5K... not a 99 - but being the first year that should make it more of a keeper IMHO.
Posted by mbk
- August 20, 2012, 10:55:44 AMYeah, I know someone like that - wanted to buy an old Honda I have but did not offer enough for it. I know he would have sold it soon after as that's the way he is. I guess there is nothing wrong with that, but with a cool bike you like to see it go to someone who will appreciate it.
Posted by 45 Bravo
- August 20, 2012, 10:51:37 AMI just turned 24,000 on mine saturday, i have been offered $5,000 for it.
I just like it too much..
I see the guy about 2 or 3 times a month, and he still ask if i want to sell, but i know him, he will get it, and trade/sell it in a month..
Just the way he works, he has gone through 4 bikes this summer alone, he just likes to wheel & deal..
45 Bravo
Posted by chief
- August 20, 2012, 10:03:11 AMNot an insult, but I'd definitely tell you no. I wouldn't sell mine for $5K either, for that matter. In negotiations you have to compromise. I'd go for it.
Posted by mbk
- August 20, 2012, 09:39:48 AMIs an offer of $4,000 a fair price for a 1999 1500 Drifter with 24K on it? The person selling it wants $5,000, which seems to fall in line with what others ask. I guess I want to know if a $4,000 offer is an insult. It has saddlebags, rear rack, and nice light bar on it. NADA says $3,300 and KBB says $3,500 but I know those market price sites don't always take in account the appeal of the bike among those of us who are attracted to it. Is 24K too much - what do I look for at that point? Thanks in advance for your advice.