My New VFR...I hope

[whitestar]

Hey guys new Canadian guy on the forum. Was hoping you could give me some of your opinions or suggestions on my first VFR. My last bike was an 85 V65 Magna and the cams went, so i want to be better prepared before buying this one. Attached are some pictures of the one i have in mind. My local dealer has it. Its 91 VFR 750 F with 66000km on it. He's asking $4400.00
I havent talked to him about it yet as i wanted to come here and see what the experts thought. A few things that stand out for me;
looks like aftermarket exhaust, slip on??
Aftermarket seat
From the reading iv done, white wheels were only available on 90's???? so he has different wheels on it im assuming?
So...what do you all think? hows the price? mileage okay?
I appreciate your help..oh and im prepaired for some flames as im such a newb:)

[Ferris]

Looks like she has been to Deal's Gap - the Dragon sticker is still on the left fairing!

I had to convert the figures - I'm metrically challenged. 66000km = 41000 miles. $4400 CDN = $3740 U.S.

Sounds a little high to me. I'm actively looking at 3rd gens - they seem to range around $2 - 3K (U.S.), depending on condition. The additional money would have to bring a bike in perfect running order, with a maintenance history to match.

FWIW, I think the aftermarket can and seat are pluses. This is stuff I would end up wanting, anyway, that bought separately are expensive items.

[SLOVFR]

Go Down there with cash $3300.00 Canadian and tell them to take it or leave it.....

[RVFR]

^ what SLOVFR says

[whitestar]

Great, thanks for all the advice guys, i just may end up doing what SLOVFR abd RVFR said.
Cheers

[M-Crew]

I would suggest saving a little more and for around $5000 pick up a 5th gen..with a lot less km on them ,FI ext......

[whitestar]

Is the 5th gen that much better?

[M-Crew]

Originally Posted by whitestar

Is the 5th gen that much better?

In my opinion yes....

[whitestar]

Well, finnaly talked to the sales guy at the dealer. Looks like that price was before certification, licensing, and of course taxes. So the grand total is up to $4700.00 on the road. From everything i have read here that seem ridiculas for one with high milage and this old. So the search continues, i havent been able to find any others on Autotrader so im hopeing some pop up as summer arrives. Ontario guys, keep me in mind.
Thanks again for all the help, great forum.

[RVFR]

Originally Posted by whitestar

Is the 5th gen that much better?

NO it's not... :)

[RVFR]

Originally Posted by whitestar

Well, finnaly talked to the sales guy at the dealer. Looks like that price was before certification, licensing, and of course taxes. So the grand total is up to $4700.00 on the road. From everything i have read here that seem ridiculas for one with high milage and this old. So the search continues, i havent been able to find any others on Autotrader so im hopeing some pop up as summer arrives. Ontario guys, keep me in mind.
Thanks again for all the help, great forum.

Did you see this... sounds like a super cool deal If you ask me.. even if it is aways away, shipping is not a big deal..

99 VFR For Sale - Central Calif - $4400

[whitestar]

Yeah that does look like a good deal. Still a little more then i wanted to spend, and i dont really feel like dealing with the headaches of customs. I'm starting to get worried that i wont find one, i really want one.

[emon07]

Hey I was not gonna say nuthin because I thought hte price was a little high (Canadian prices are somewhat inflated when compared to the US. Since it is a VFR I just cannot say it is not worth it just I am too frugal to give it up without some kind of negotiating. What SLOVFR said ;0) .

[M-Crew]

Iam sure a good deal will come up with in the next couple months...Missed out on a great deal last month on a 99..


Yah,the naca duck gen rocks as well... Hey you cant go wrong with any gen vfr but at that price with that many km on 3rd gen was high forsure...

[whitestar]

I will just keep waiting:)

[emon07]

Hey Whitestar you can check www.mutualent.com - they have a Yellow 1998 (3997.00). They are located in Springfield, Ma. Also check www.cbcmotorcycles.com they have a 1997 VFR for $3495 with 18,423 miles. They are located in Colchester, Ct. The ad for this bike also lists Givi hardbags are available. They also have a sweet ZX900R I am want to check out. Take your time and good luck.

[whitestar]

Thanks emon07, i will check the links out asap:)
Does anyone actually know how difficult it is to bring a bike across the boarder?

[R.W.]

Originally Posted by whitestar

Does anyone actually know how difficult it is to bring a bike across the boarder?

If it's anything like buying a car in Canada and bringing it back to the states, it's not worth it. Be patient and keep your eyes open, it took me two months to find my VFR, it's all worth it in the end. Craigslist is always a good place to start...

http://toronto.craigslist.org/search/mcy?query=vfr

[reg71]

he may not be willing to do that marathon ride you did RW! Especially this time of year...

[whitestar]

Yeah i have been looking at Craigslist religously every day watching and waiting. I think I just need to settle down a bit and take R.W.'s advice and be patient.

[R.W.]

Originally Posted by reg