VStarman
Nebraska
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Don't even think crotch rocket for touring...
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THEBurninator
Washburn, MO
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VStarman wrote:Don't even think crotch rocket for touring...
He asked for sport touring. "Crotch Rockets" can make decent sport touring bikes if you change out the bars and seat.
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gofastgeezer
Minnesota (for a while)
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I am getting intrigued with the idea of ZZR 1200; good performance and readily easily modifiable (seat primarily) to work for sport touring. There is one on ebay in Kansas I am watching - and several on Craig's List - although I am finding communication with folks who have them for sale to be spotty at best. jd
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THEBurninator
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gofastgeezer wrote:I am getting intrigued with the idea of ZZR 1200; good performance and readily easily modifiable (seat primarily) to work for sport touring. There is one on ebay in Kansas I am watching - and several on Craig's List - although I am finding communication with folks who have them for sale to be spotty at best. jd
You can get Givi bags for them, too. The mounting hardware is pretty ugly when the bags aren't in place, though.
Ebay can be nice, or it can be a bad place to deal with. Don't trust any deals that are too good to be true, especially the ones that offer free shipping.
Best bet is to find someone local that can check out the bike for you.
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gofastgeezer
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The bike I am watching on Ebay is for sale from a dealership in a small town in Kansas which seems like a good start. I'll ask the dealership if I can get a mechanical inspection by a local mechanic before I bid.
I have bought one other bike on ebay signt unseen and that transaction went OK>
gfz
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Bling Princess 883XL
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gofastgeezer wrote:The bike I am watching on Ebay is for sale from a dealership in a small town in Kansas which seems like a good start. I'll ask the dealership if I can get a mechanical inspection by a local mechanic before I bid.
I have bought one other bike on ebay signt unseen and that transaction went OK>
gfz
Don't give up on Ebay! Just be very wise with your items and your bidding. I bought many things for my 883XL and saved tons of money. Just keep a parts catalogue near you before you bid. There are some skammers out there who put a reserve on the item that is actually higher than the price in the catalog. BTW, I'm a female rider. 
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stinky41
kings park NY 11754
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I just went on Kawis web site and looked at the Versys. Its a 650cc bike that is geared more towards covering all aspects of riding. Take a look at the
site http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=246. They also have some viseos on the Press demos. Just $7000.
I would consider buying one myself, but I bought a new bike this past year. My wife would hang me by my toe nails.
Hmm, but if I buy it and put a big red bow on it and say...Suprize!!!
Aw... That wont work. She doesnt ride. Ahhh. If only...
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galja
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Here are the bikes I have owned and toured with besides my Modified CBR F4i:
Buell X1 with S3 Handlebars,modified seat by Sargent . Routinely 10-12 hours in the Saddle without fatigue or Monkey butt,50 mpg. Put 10k first year.Longest day ride 500 miles. fabulous handling VERY cheap prices on Ebay Check recall or update on rear shock.
2x BMW K1200rs.
Good used one about 8k now qoes a 17K bike when new. Another one of my favourites ,but a bit too heavy for me.
F650 gs2001 Corbin Seat . Cruise about 80 -85 mph. You feel like you can go around the world and you can
No longer made Used ones pricey,but worth it. 65 mpg.
F650 GS Corbin seat(original is worth less)
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galja
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bought the following on Ebay
K1200rsX2
Bimota yb10
M-G Centauro X2
BMW f650 Gs
All great bikes . Great place to buy,but bad to sell (low prices)
Check Feedback. TALK to seller. You can tell a lot.
Shop for shipping Best for me was allied about half the price as others.
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gofastgeezer
Minnesota (for a while)
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Just bought my bike - 2002 Kawasaki ZZR 1200. Thanks for the conversations; I should be (fast) touring US Southwest within a week.
gfz
EWN:IT&ih=020">eBay link
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