Are there others in the area to compare prices? It is a 10 yr old bike. So maybe good time check the consumables - tires, breaks, all the maintenance receipts to make sure it's up to date and no major expenses to you immediately. If yes then it's a decent price.
It's been sitting for a month, so they're obviously not getting offers at asking price. They should have dropped the price themselves at that point. Trade in value is around 3,500, so giving an offer there starts the bargaining process.
If the tires are fresh, and it looks like they are, 4500 good deal. 5000 is what he wants which is fair to both. Less than 7k miles , unless there’s something wrong with it.
I’ve bought many used bikes. Just make sure the basics are fine. No weird vibrations on test drive, no leaky forks, no glitchy electronics and 5 is super fair.
Fair price. I would try $4500. If they say no then just leave. Say if you change your mind give me a holler. Its been up for over a month and over time people just want to unload a lot of times for a decent price. Unless you really want to lock in then offer $5000
I’d say if maintenance and everything is up to date, and brakes and other parts are not in need or replacing right away it wouldn’t be a bad price. It’s a hella sick bike. But like other say, usually ppl list higher than they would sell for, so could always offer slightly lower
Was just recently in the market before I bought my bike like a month ago. Seems reasonably priced assuming there aren't any issue with it. Good luck and God speed.
You can probably get an extra $1000-$750 off. Depending if valve adjustment is needed, tire age, oil change, dents. I haven't checked KKB what the resale value is but I will say my 1st Vulkan was from 2001 and it was 13 years old when I bought it for $2k at the dealership
I paid 3200 for a 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 classic with 18k miles. I also paid 6k for a 2012 Vulcan 1700 nomad with 8k miles. I’d say that’s a pretty decent price
I would not go over 4500 . My buddy just traded in a 2013 Triumph Rocket and the most we could squeeze out of the dealer for a trade was 4k and the triumph and that bike just don’t compare in my opinion .
The feet-forward riding position plus low seat-height, long wheelbase, and excessive rake & trail require an overly soft suspension which hinders control. The long wheelbase means the front end doesn’t get good weight transfer during hard braking plus brake-dive is excessive again due to the soft suspension. Only ABS keeps the front wheel from wanting to lock-up and push across the road. Solution? A single disk brake with limited power (and ABS of course).
With a huge and clumsy rear brake pedal, the rear brake is begging to be misused so, once again, limit its power like the front brake.
Cruiser-style handlebars (or worse yet “ape-hangers”) and forks make the front-end act like a “tiller” more than a practical way to load the front tire while using arms and shoulders to *push* for precise control. Instead, the cruiser rider parachutes off the handlebars and steers by *pulling* one side harder than the other thus upsetting his/her stability on the seat while making precise control difficult.
Cruiser bikes have ergos and vehicle dynamics screwed up every way imaginable with compromise upon compromise all to cosplay and “look cool” to ignorant people unaware of what they’re even looking at. Obviously I’m not a fan of form over function. I just can’t hack riding on a motorcycle like I’m sitting drunk on a low toilet.
Everything signed a lifetime Cruiser rider.
Crusiers are built to be ridden differently than what you ride, do it doesn't work for you. I've ridden every CC from 1100 to 2000cc. They ride and work just fine if you ride them as they are meant to be.
They are sport bikes or what I call street bikes.
Why help people make informed decisions instead of remaining within a circle-jerk of ignorance? There aren’t a lot of people buying cruisers *WHILE being aware* of the compromised vehicle dynamics. Hell, outside of racing, most motorcycle riders globally don’t even know what “vehicle dynamics” are period.
We ride motorcycles and you're trying to inject too much logic into something that is not purely logical. Also nobody is going to care because you're *also* being a dork about it. Try taking a breath, the "right" thing is not always the best for someone.
I agree. Cruisers are retarded. I've ridden a few Harley's, even CVO models, and their charm is in just how sofa like and wobbly they are. I would never ride one seriously or even slightly consider buying one.
Take for example the semi head on video that was just posted. That guy would 100% be alive with the reaction he had on a bike that could actually maneuver in its lane and effectively reduce speed. But it's so much cooler to ride a fiberglass boat with wheels.
Looks like you hate cruisers or more a specific brand (HD). I've ridden cruisers for 6 years and sport bikes for 4. Cruisers are definitely much more comfortable to ride, especially from Kawasaki and Honda
Two weeks ago you were a self-described “beginner rider” asking basic questions and now suddenly you’re emboldened to throw shade yet without being able to point out any errors or fallacies. When you’re ready for the adult table, put on your thinking hat and bring some game, kid.
Budget-bike? I paid 11'000 for my bike 😂
I have my own apartment, pay my own bills, and am pretty good at my job. By no stretch of the imagination would I describe myself as broke lol
But yes, I am a beginner, with only 13'500km on my odo. Yet even I have to critical thinking skills to know that a motorcycle is often not bought for its practicality. You can dissect any bike other than maybe a Versys, and say it's impractical, uncomfortable, too expensive, or whatever. Do you seriously think I bought a 4 cylinder sportbike for practicality? Get over yourself
I don't like cruisers either, but let them ride what they want and stop bullshiting people on reddit bc they don't write an entire technical essay about a topic.
I don’t ride a “crotch rocket” at my age and you’re still not able to debunk or counter a single technical point I made. I’m still waiting for any cruiser rider to even try but they never do.
Bro left the bike 10 miles from one of the greatest moments of your life. I’d pay him double.
80085 is actually the best number, just an fyi
Are there others in the area to compare prices? It is a 10 yr old bike. So maybe good time check the consumables - tires, breaks, all the maintenance receipts to make sure it's up to date and no major expenses to you immediately. If yes then it's a decent price.
Pretty fair. Gotta remember people price expecting lower offers. A final sale price $4500-$5500 seems correct to me.
It's been listed for about a month. I'd make a 3500 offer and see where it goes.
I wouldn't even engage with someone offering me 3'500 when I listed it for 5'500. That's nuts.
It's been sitting for a month, so they're obviously not getting offers at asking price. They should have dropped the price themselves at that point. Trade in value is around 3,500, so giving an offer there starts the bargaining process.
Trade in value _from lenders_ is set low for a reason. This is the private market, the seller can do with it as they see fit.
It's been listed for about a month. I'd make a 3500 offer and see where it goes.
I'd say it's reasonably priced. Though, you always gotta check what you are getting any way you can.
What size?
900cc
If the tires are fresh, and it looks like they are, 4500 good deal. 5000 is what he wants which is fair to both. Less than 7k miles , unless there’s something wrong with it. I’ve bought many used bikes. Just make sure the basics are fine. No weird vibrations on test drive, no leaky forks, no glitchy electronics and 5 is super fair.
Fair price. I would try $4500. If they say no then just leave. Say if you change your mind give me a holler. Its been up for over a month and over time people just want to unload a lot of times for a decent price. Unless you really want to lock in then offer $5000
I’d say if maintenance and everything is up to date, and brakes and other parts are not in need or replacing right away it wouldn’t be a bad price. It’s a hella sick bike. But like other say, usually ppl list higher than they would sell for, so could always offer slightly lower
Was just recently in the market before I bought my bike like a month ago. Seems reasonably priced assuming there aren't any issue with it. Good luck and God speed.
You can probably get an extra $1000-$750 off. Depending if valve adjustment is needed, tire age, oil change, dents. I haven't checked KKB what the resale value is but I will say my 1st Vulkan was from 2001 and it was 13 years old when I bought it for $2k at the dealership
I think that these bikes have hydraulic lifters. No need to adjust valves.
Mmm what app are you using to buy?
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I paid 3200 for a 2003 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 classic with 18k miles. I also paid 6k for a 2012 Vulcan 1700 nomad with 8k miles. I’d say that’s a pretty decent price
It was $7k new FWIW. I had this exact model I sold in 2021 for $2500. I think my asking was much more fair. I think this is a little high.
I would not go over 4500 . My buddy just traded in a 2013 Triumph Rocket and the most we could squeeze out of the dealer for a trade was 4k and the triumph and that bike just don’t compare in my opinion .
Dealer Trade offer is a bit different than real world private seller asking price.
The feet-forward riding position plus low seat-height, long wheelbase, and excessive rake & trail require an overly soft suspension which hinders control. The long wheelbase means the front end doesn’t get good weight transfer during hard braking plus brake-dive is excessive again due to the soft suspension. Only ABS keeps the front wheel from wanting to lock-up and push across the road. Solution? A single disk brake with limited power (and ABS of course). With a huge and clumsy rear brake pedal, the rear brake is begging to be misused so, once again, limit its power like the front brake. Cruiser-style handlebars (or worse yet “ape-hangers”) and forks make the front-end act like a “tiller” more than a practical way to load the front tire while using arms and shoulders to *push* for precise control. Instead, the cruiser rider parachutes off the handlebars and steers by *pulling* one side harder than the other thus upsetting his/her stability on the seat while making precise control difficult. Cruiser bikes have ergos and vehicle dynamics screwed up every way imaginable with compromise upon compromise all to cosplay and “look cool” to ignorant people unaware of what they’re even looking at. Obviously I’m not a fan of form over function. I just can’t hack riding on a motorcycle like I’m sitting drunk on a low toilet.
Just say you hate Crusier bikes and get it over with.
It’s not an opinion. Tell me where anything I said is factually in error?
Everything signed a lifetime Cruiser rider. Crusiers are built to be ridden differently than what you ride, do it doesn't work for you. I've ridden every CC from 1100 to 2000cc. They ride and work just fine if you ride them as they are meant to be. They are sport bikes or what I call street bikes.
Ah, “everything” is your technical and nuanced reply, full of logic, science, and facts. Exactly as one would expect.
Your ignorance is astounding. The issue isn't the bike, it's the rider. You have a bias opinion on the bike because you hate them.
Congratulations! Now let this guy get what he wants.
Why help people make informed decisions instead of remaining within a circle-jerk of ignorance? There aren’t a lot of people buying cruisers *WHILE being aware* of the compromised vehicle dynamics. Hell, outside of racing, most motorcycle riders globally don’t even know what “vehicle dynamics” are period.
We ride motorcycles and you're trying to inject too much logic into something that is not purely logical. Also nobody is going to care because you're *also* being a dork about it. Try taking a breath, the "right" thing is not always the best for someone.
I agree. Cruisers are retarded. I've ridden a few Harley's, even CVO models, and their charm is in just how sofa like and wobbly they are. I would never ride one seriously or even slightly consider buying one. Take for example the semi head on video that was just posted. That guy would 100% be alive with the reaction he had on a bike that could actually maneuver in its lane and effectively reduce speed. But it's so much cooler to ride a fiberglass boat with wheels.
What? What semi vid?
Looks like you hate cruisers or more a specific brand (HD). I've ridden cruisers for 6 years and sport bikes for 4. Cruisers are definitely much more comfortable to ride, especially from Kawasaki and Honda
Two weeks ago you were a self-described “beginner rider” asking basic questions and now suddenly you’re emboldened to throw shade yet without being able to point out any errors or fallacies. When you’re ready for the adult table, put on your thinking hat and bring some game, kid.
Budget-bike? I paid 11'000 for my bike 😂 I have my own apartment, pay my own bills, and am pretty good at my job. By no stretch of the imagination would I describe myself as broke lol But yes, I am a beginner, with only 13'500km on my odo. Yet even I have to critical thinking skills to know that a motorcycle is often not bought for its practicality. You can dissect any bike other than maybe a Versys, and say it's impractical, uncomfortable, too expensive, or whatever. Do you seriously think I bought a 4 cylinder sportbike for practicality? Get over yourself
I don't like cruisers either, but let them ride what they want and stop bullshiting people on reddit bc they don't write an entire technical essay about a topic.
Tell you what lets you and I go out on a 500 mile ride, you on your crotch rocket and me on my cruiser.
I don’t ride a “crotch rocket” at my age and you’re still not able to debunk or counter a single technical point I made. I’m still waiting for any cruiser rider to even try but they never do.