Cheap commuter hack
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Cheap commuter hack
Right, I know I'm probably going to regret asking.. But....
With the lack of contracts about I'm starting to look at locations a bit further afield, and where commuting sucks.. therefore the only option is a second bike, but a cheap commuter hack.
I'm thinking max £2k, must be faired and comfortable. Bonus points for top boxes / panniers / heated grips / etc, negative points for sports bikes.
Suggestions please....
With the lack of contracts about I'm starting to look at locations a bit further afield, and where commuting sucks.. therefore the only option is a second bike, but a cheap commuter hack.
I'm thinking max £2k, must be faired and comfortable. Bonus points for top boxes / panniers / heated grips / etc, negative points for sports bikes.
Suggestions please....
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
https://www.street-triple.co.uk/index.p ... 423.0.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I didn't read past your price limit
I didn't read past your price limit
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
V4 Honda's go for ever. Plenty have gone over 100k with no issues.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 3556413380" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
Needs a little TLC but nothing you couldn't tackle yourself Nutz
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 3513170697" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 3513170697" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
Spoilt for choice. 2k can buy alot of bike
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 3106473752" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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That's a top shout. I'm not that bothered about the cat c or the fairing damage.Blade wrote:Needs a little TLC but nothing you couldn't tackle yourself Nutz
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 3513170697" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
Lot of motorcycle for the money and ticks all the boxes with paniers and heated grips.
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
Somebody has to...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HONDA-NT-700 ... rk:11:pf:0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Shaft drive and very cheap to run, just don't expect excitement.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HONDA-NT-700 ... rk:11:pf:0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Shaft drive and very cheap to run, just don't expect excitement.
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
Depends on whAt distance you are considering travelling but don't rule out a 125cc scooter. 100+ mpg means your money goes a long way. Plenty of scooters have 30,000+ miles on them.
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
That's a very good point. The two contracts in looking at are between 80 to 100 miles per day, mostly at motorway / dual carriageway speeds.
@stonsie a shaftie is a good shout given the mileage and my love of maintenance.
@stonsie a shaftie is a good shout given the mileage and my love of maintenance.
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
I used a honda CBF600 for exactly that, I was doing 60 miles a day all weathers, its bikin faired, which for a commuter I think is better, you get the protection but maintenance is easier as you don't have to remove half the bike before working on it, it was really comfy to be fair, seat and screen height is adjustable. 7
They are already sort of ugly so a top box suits them, I picked up an 04 model with 20k miles for £1500, I put another 15k miles on it, basic maintenance and sold it for £900 18 months later
They are already sort of ugly so a top box suits them, I picked up an 04 model with 20k miles for £1500, I put another 15k miles on it, basic maintenance and sold it for £900 18 months later
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So, I got offered the contract that is just under 100 motorway miles per day. I get what your saying CT, but I think I would prefer protection over maintenance. I'll be riding a lot more than tinkering.
Given what's about in the area at the moment, these are looking like top runners:
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... obcid=soc3" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... obcid=soc3" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
The viffer is probably just in the lead, mainly because it's a Honda and they just go on for ever
Given what's about in the area at the moment, these are looking like top runners:
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... obcid=soc3" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... obcid=soc3" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
The viffer is probably just in the lead, mainly because it's a Honda and they just go on for ever
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
I think you've answered your own question Nutz Honda were also at their peak on quality then so should be a reliable bike if all the consumable items are in good order.
Congrats on the new contract I assume it's fairly lengthy if yiur investing in new transport, which is good to hear
Congrats on the new contract I assume it's fairly lengthy if yiur investing in new transport, which is good to hear
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Yep, I would go with the Honda as well. Those VRFs are pretty solid and the engines are a peach. The trumpet is a good shout but between the two I would go for the Jap just for peace of mind on daily use and getting parts if you need them.
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https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 3656762133" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Oh... Red.... And with a 12 month warranty.
Oh... Red.... And with a 12 month warranty.
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And it sold on Saturday, not surprised really.Kwacky wrote:That's got the full luggage system, low mileage and a 12 month warranty.
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
One owner
Full service history
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/bikes-fo ... c/7716532/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Or go for a blinged up version for a few dollar more
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/bikes-fo ... c/3597576/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Full service history
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/bikes-fo ... c/7716532/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Or go for a blinged up version for a few dollar more
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/bikes-fo ... c/3597576/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Cheap commuter hack
They are much better finds Kwacky I don't think Nutz has being trying very hard