Should I or Shouldn't I

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I hope that this post is going into the "Introduce Yourself" section, as I am not sure that I have done all the correct clicks.

Seriously thinking of buying a used Bandit 1259, One year old, 4000 kays, new rear tire, luggage rack, after market gear selection indicator,, retard (1st 3 gears) eliminator, tank protector - - - - Price $10,500 ??

My name is Des and I live in Mildura, soon to move beck to Brisbane. I've been reading some of the comments in here and I now know it is just the right bike for me, but I'm an old fella, not that experienced, and think maybe I should go for a smaller motor - like a 650 bandit. Not sure if there is a 750 Bandit or not. Previously owned a Kawisaki ER6-N 650 twin in line. From what I gather from you guys the Bandit will be a lot better and more comfortable. - - - Love to hear your advice - er - anyone. Should I or Shoudn't I -

Des

So Des, whats the gos on bike choices? Have you made up your mind yet or are you still test riding?

Well I have ridden a few bikes in Brisbane - and will head back to Mildura tomorrow... In Mildura there is a Blue Bandit which was offered to me for $10,600 - no more to pay - but I have had news from them that they will be able to reduce it further - due to Suzuki coming into the act with on roads, up until the end of November. I am thinking that that may be too good an offer to refuse - but it's blue - not black.

If I buy it - I will be taking it to Tasmania for a month - If I can load it up with all my stuff. So I guess the ans is - still looking - but getting cornered

Des

just buy a bike - srsly, this is getting to be like the rocky series (goes on forever)


:-)

dhula wrote:just buy a bike - srsly, this is getting to be like the rocky series (goes on forever):-)

I hear you, and I am probably more frustrated than I have ever been also. I've never been this hesitant??!! But old age brings it's cautions, and I aint got a lot of the do ray me stuff - a mistake would be tragic - but I do hear you - and wish that it would all fall into place.

The next few days will make a difference - I think

Des

Reardo wrote:
Welcome Des. Is it from Suzuki Magic, Cnr Madden Ave & Eighth St, Mildura?


Des; No it's not from him although he put me onto it; It's from a private seller.




DES: - due to Suzuki coming into the act with on roads, up until the end of November.

Is it at the bike shop now?

Reardo wrote:Reardo wrote:
Welcome Des. Is it from Suzuki Magic, Cnr Madden Ave & Eighth St, Mildura?


Des; No it's not from him although he put me onto it; It's from a private seller.




DES: - due to Suzuki coming into the act with on roads, up until the end of November.

Is it at the bike shop now?

Maybe its a newy

Reardo wrote:Reardo wrote:
Welcome Des. Is it from Suzuki Magic, Cnr Madden Ave & Eighth St, Mildura?

Des; No it's not from him although he put me onto it; It's from a private seller.


DES: - due to Suzuki coming into the act with on roads, up until the end of November.

Is it at the bike shop now?

Hi Reardo -Yes I guess that looks a bit confusing, but we are talking about 2 different bikes - both in Mildura

1. Is a black 2nd hand bike - with very low klms and quite a few extras, including Rear luggage rack, tank guard, a device that allows the computer to use as much advance as it likes on second and third gear & gives a visual gear selected display, plus more. I think the price was around the $10,000 or less mark (it will be in one of these posts)

2 Is a Dark blue new bike with no extras and made in 09 - it has no mileage - there are a few of these around in various Suzuki shops some are plated this year, some last year. I guess they don't want them around for the new model coming out.

Neither of these bikes have ABS. I came across a few in Brisbane that are $500 to $1000 dollars dearer than the blue bike but have ABS.

Des

if you buy a 1250 get abs

potatomasher wrote:if you buy a 1250 get abs

+1, and practice using it.

Dekenai wrote:

potatomasher wrote:if you buy a 1250 get abs

+1, and practice using it.

- 1 depending on where you ride

Des you got one yet? My 2010 bandit SA (faired and abs) was 11k brand new with 6 months reg and full tank of juice...... seriously dude, can you really get better value than that?

2010banditsa wrote:Des you got one yet? My 2010 bandit SA (faired and abs) was 11k brand new with 6 months reg and full tank of juice...... seriously dude, can you really get better value than that?

Good price 201, Was that in Adelaide ? I am being offered a good price on a semi fared non ABS 2009 "New" bike. Will know the full price on Monday - it should be less that 10G

Des

desdd57 wrote:The ER6n is a Kwaka road bike. 650cc twin 175Kilo - Does 0 to 100 in 3.9 seconds top speed 204
Dunno why I sold it really

Des

Just did an inspection on one of these yesterday(I'm a written-off vehicle inspector for both cars and bikes) and was surprised at the wieght difference between it and my bandit. Felt like handling a dirtbike!

desdd57 wrote:

2010banditsa wrote:Des you got one yet? My 2010 bandit SA (faired and abs) was 11k brand new with 6 months reg and full tank of juice...... seriously dude, can you really get better value than that?

Good price 201, Was that in Adelaide ? I am being offered a good price on a semi fared non ABS 2009 "New" bike. Will know the full price on Monday - it should be less that 10G

Des

Sounds like you're getting closer Des

Yeah Chris - and getting closer worries me - as I am still convinced that the Bandit will prove too heavy for an old dude like me. Never mind - they have one for me to take a ride on on Monday - a privately owned bike - that should either crush all my fears or scare me to death We'll see

Des

[quote="whitey1"
Just did an inspection on one of these yesterday(I'm a written-off vehicle inspector for both cars and bikes) and was surprised at the wieght difference between it and my bandit. Felt like handling a dirt-bike![/quote]

And yet it's only 50 kilo difference - I think that weight I put (via memory) on the ER6n should be 195 - Nope - I just checked the specs and it was 174 kg

Top speed 130mph
1/4-mile acceleration 12.5 secs
Power 71bhp
Torque 49ftlb
Weight 174kg
Seat height 785mm
Fuel capacity 15.5 litres
Average fuel consumption 44mpg
Tank range 150 miles
Insurance group 10
Engine size 649cc
Engine specification 8v parallel twin, 6 gears
Frame Steel tube
Front suspension adjustment None
Rear suspension adjustment Preload
Front brakes Twin 300mm discs
Rear brake 220mm disc
Front tyre size 120/70 x 17
Rear tyre size 160/60 x 17

desdd57 wrote:

2010banditsa wrote:Des you got one yet? My 2010 bandit SA (faired and abs) was 11k brand new with 6 months reg and full tank of juice...... seriously dude, can you really get better value than that?

Good price 201, Was that in Adelaide ? I am being offered a good price on a semi fared non ABS 2009 "New" bike. Will know the full price on Monday - it should be less that 10G

Des

Yeah that was in Adelaide, in March this year

2010banditsa wrote:

Yeah that was in Adelaide, in March this year

Do you like the bike? and do you think it may be more than a 70 yr old can handle? It's been said here that the Bandit is user friendly until you come to a stop.

My riding experience is on light bikes - I had a Kawasaki ER6n 174 kilo - whereas the Bandit comes in at a hefty 245 K. Hopefully I get to ride one tomorrow - I guess that that will tell the tale

Des

i think they are all the same once they start to tip aint they, unless its a lil bubby one, but where's the fun in that? like everyone said, great value for money- jack of all trades, master of none.

2010banditsa wrote:i think they are all the same once they start to tip aint they, unless its a lil bubby one, but where's the fun in that? like everyone said, great value for money- jack of all trades, master of none.

Far from it. Geometry, tyre size and profile, bar width, seat position, peg position and even engine configuration all play a roll in how a bike tips in and how it feels through a corner not to mention the obvious front to rear balance.

Is it at the bike shop now?

Att Reardo - The bike is at the shop now - I have elected not to take the risk of me being strong enough. So that anyone who buys it before closing time on Tuesday 30th Nov - can have it for $10,000.00c (10G) ride away no more to pay. If you or a mate are interested in this brand new Bandit 1250 semi naked Dark Blue bike Go for it. The on roads come back on Wednesday. The purchaser can also have any extras they want at 15% discount - ;like Tank Guards, baggage racks, throttle locks etc etc. $10G

It's a bargain - but I just can't handle it with joy

Des

This thread has generated 120 replies and over 1400 views easily the most of any thread on this forum.
Are you saying you're out of the hunt Des or just crossing Bandit's off the list?

2wheelsagain wrote:This thread has generated 120 replies and over 1400 views easily the most of any thread on this forum.
Are you saying you're out of the hunt Des or just crossing Bandit's off the list?

No not out of the hunt but the 1250 Bandit has proved too much for me to handle .
I am now looking at that 650 yamaha or a bandit of similar specs
Dammit that was a good price too !

You might be interested in one of these Des GSR600 - eBay
A sweet looking bike up close. Hada good look at one at the show on Sat. Suzuki didnt have the new 750 to look at.

2wheelsagain wrote:You might be interested in one of these Des GSR600 - eBay
A sweet looking bike up close. Hada good look at one at the show on Sat. Suzuki didnt have the new 750 to look at.

Chris - I have had a look at this bike and put a bid on her we'll see how we go ?