dirtbike noob?

[HUNCH]

thanks for all the info guys. i plan on buying used. any tips there?

If you're buying a used dirt bike, check to make the subframe isn't cracked or bent from a wreck or laying it down. Those things can get kinda pricey on the newer bikes unless you can find one on eBay.

[HUNCH]

You're correct, but you'll have to pay sales tax in Texas if you file for a Texas title, correct?

Here's a small bargaining tip - once you get the dealer as low as he'll go on the price, let him know that it's still not good enough. You know he won't go any lower on the bike, so ask for accessories (skid plate, exhaust, programmer, or whatever). My dealer threw in a nice skid plate for me - I would've paid his asking price, but I figured I would see if I could get something extra out of the deal. They're only spending their cost on the extras, but you're saving MSRP on the extras. Make sense?

I'm not very sure on how applying for the Texas title works. I'll have to ask Dad and see what he says. And +1 on asking for extras. Most dealerships that sell alot of bikes and give the best deal they can will hook you up with free or discounted gear. They want the customer to always come back whether it's for parts, accessories, service, or more bikes.

[lowthreeohz]

if you buy used when you go to test it out make sure it's cold and hasn't been pre-warmed so it kicks over easily. Check the obvious things like case leaks, forks leaks, etc. You should be able to get a good gauge on a bikes condition by a) the surroundings (nice house, clean cars, other clean bikes etc..good chance they did maintenance) and b) knowing what the "wear" items are and checking them out. See how fresh the chain looks, ask about scheduled maint, etc.

I have an 09 YZ450F and an 08 KXF250. Both are fun but I will be getting a new bike after xmas...probably gonna go to Suzuki 2011.

You gonna be looking to sell the KXF250?? I'll be looking to buy one...

[TX_92_Notch]

thanks for all the info guys. i plan on buying used. any tips there?

kick the tires. LOL

[whitetrash]

thanks for all the info guys. i plan on buying used. any tips there?

[TX_92_Notch]

Anywhere from 7400-9400$ depending on the dealership you buy from. If you don't mind driving to Altus, Oklahoma or Lawton, Oklahoma you can get ridiculous deals on any bike. You don't have to pay state taxes if you buy over there and they will sell bikes about as cheap as they can. We bought my Dad's '09 Suzuki 450 Fuel injected, for 6900$ new and they threw in a free Fly Racing Helmet, Fly Riding gear, socks, and two nice bike stands at cost. The owner's name of both dealerships is George. Give him a call.

You're correct, but you'll have to pay sales tax in Texas if you file for a Texas title, correct?

Here's a small bargaining tip - once you get the dealer as low as he'll go on the price, let him know that it's still not good enough. You know he won't go any lower on the bike, so ask for accessories (skid plate, exhaust, programmer, or whatever). My dealer threw in a nice skid plate for me - I would've paid his asking price, but I figured I would see if I could get something extra out of the deal. They're only spending their cost on the extras, but you're saving MSRP on the extras. Make sense?

[HUNCH]

How much is a new 450+ Dirt bike now?

Anywhere from 7400-9400$ depending on the dealership you buy from. If you don't mind driving to Altus, Oklahoma or Lawton, Oklahoma you can get ridiculous deals on any bike. You don't have to pay state taxes if you buy over there and they will sell bikes about as cheap as they can. We bought my Dad's '09 Suzuki 450 Fuel injected, for 6900$ new and they threw in a free Fly Racing Helmet, Fly Riding gear, socks, and two nice bike stands at cost. The owner's name of both dealerships is George. Give him a call.

[Josh.0]

I'd have to get up some will power to do that

[dumpycapri85]

whats it like to ride a big bike.... all I have is my crf50

Josh , I will let you ride my 426 if you want .

[jammeejamm]

like he said...

http://www.servicehonda.com/honda-2010-models/500af

[Josh.0]

How much is a new 450+ Dirt bike now?

[Sean88gt]

CR500, don't be a pussy.

[HUNCH]

Too bad you're so far away - I'd like to try out a newer Honda. I've had a 2002 CRF450R for 5 years and now I'm on a 2010 YZ450F. The YZF is far superior to the old CRF - I'd love to hop on a newer Honda and see how it stacks up to the new YZF.

And yes, fuel inection FTMWF!

I love my Honda to death, but if I could do it all over again I would have gone with the new 2011 Kawi or Suzuki. The suspension is so much nicer on those and they turn so much better. Really though, Honda, Yamaha, Kawi, or Zuk...you can't go wrong as long as it's fuel injected.

[Fastlane]

If you go with a bigger bike, I would go with the Yama or Honda. I had a DRZ400 and it was a great bike but a little on the heavy side and didn't have enough power. I have a Honda CRF450X now and it is lighter, faster, way more power, and handles better....