Buying a Motorcycle...

rmykita says on Jul 20, 2007, 17:47:

The only important thing is that it is environmentally-friendly, efficient. I heard about Honda Eco, heard Auteco is good...

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vicshere says on Jul 20, 2007, 17:57:

the big problem for knock off is getting parts.....at least suzuki and yamaha service and maintian parts for the bikes they sell

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rmykita says on Jul 20, 2007, 18:10:

Does Honda service? Yamaha and Suzuki both seem to be out of my price range....what about re-selling? Easy, hard?

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webmanco says on Jul 20, 2007, 18:26:

For parts an economy people rather Yamaha DT, Honda parts are a little bit expensive, for environment friendly buy one "4 tiempos".

Motorcycle prices had come down, and there are lots of brands to choose from, maybe you want a scooter.

UM, AKT, Honda, Yamaha, Susuky etc. Motorcycle under 125cc don´t pay taxes, and Motorcycles don´t pay tolls, not pico y placa.

...A yo, déjenme queto y no me jodan má! ...

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rmykita says on Jul 20, 2007, 18:31:

Wow, thats great....you guys are really helpful. And I love both of your icons. Pedro, how have you been! I think I will take a close look at the Honda Eco...

R

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expatriate says on Jul 21, 2007, 06:40:

At list of motos sold in Colombia can be found here - http://www.motor.com.co/noticias_precios/precios_revista_motor/precios...
Not all bikes are listed. Harleys are available in Bogota, and Yamaha has more bikes than are on this list.

I haven't owned a bike in about 25 years, but I can see that the Honda ECO may not be a good choice because of its front drum brake. - http://www.honda.com.co/scripts/mostraryauncarro.php?tipo=2&cate=2&veh...

If you are young, skilled, and intelligent, you might want to seriously consider leaving the US now, while you still can.

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Lowell says on Jul 21, 2007, 06:47:

I bought a 200cc 4 stroke Accuro for 4300,000.00 pesos on promotion. For a few more bucks I got a bike with a better suspension and a bit more power. Good for the occasional potholes you can't avoid and some guts when you need it. Also a bigger motor will last longer due to les stress to do the same as a 125cc. It handles great and is well balanced. With the color of the bike and wearing a vest, it's hard for people to miss me. My wifes uncle is a Yamaha mechanic. He said the motor is very well designed (no chain for cam...), many parts easily replaced... Said it was a good buy.

I keep it polished to the max and it always gets a lot of looks. I have to be cafreful that it doesn't get snatched. It does have an alarm.

Alfred E. Newman. "What. Me Worry?"

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rmykita says on Jul 21, 2007, 16:32:

Where in Bogota can I see a good selection of used bikes at safe, good prices...Meaning, where can I go to understand how this works and buy me a moto!

R

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RAAAY says on Jul 21, 2007, 16:55:

Vup says on Friday July 20th, 2007 17:15:

Buy a suzuki best 125cc or yamaha Crypton 115cc if you only want reliable economy.



Jasus................you'd be better just buying a good hair dryer and attach a few wheels to it.....

.........Its useless to argue with ignorance

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vicshere says on Jul 21, 2007, 17:24:

Raaay if you coming to Colombia get use to the size of motorcycles......a big hog down here is a 250 or maybe a 400......there are 1000 and some 1200 but rare....my 125 hog has 56,000kms on it and still running fine.....not something I would want to cross Colombia with but for around the city to get to work and do earns...its great

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scotty says on Jul 21, 2007, 21:06:

for crying out loud if you're gonna get a bike get a Harley!

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

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vicshere says on Jul 21, 2007, 21:17:

you try buying a harley in colombia ....try like some 25,000,000 for an old model

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webmanco says on Jul 21, 2007, 21:23:

There are not mototaxis in Bogotá, I wish there were more motos than cars.

...A yo, déjenme queto y no me jodan má! ...

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webmanco says on Jul 21, 2007, 23:11:

Caracas con 15

In Bogotá you can buy used motorcicles in different places, you need to be careful to whom you buy it from, when buying you need to find out how many times the motorcicly has been repaired, when new they are 0, after the first repairement it goes to .25, then to .50 etc.

You can go and just check prices in two places, Caracas and 15 street, a little bit shadow place but that is where more messengers, bodyguards, police and delivery guys take their motorcycles. Another less shadow place is in Carrera 24 and 65 street near 7 de Agosto, there you could find a better selection of motorcycles. As ususal newspaper is another source for used motorcycles.

...A yo, déjenme queto y no me jodan má! ...

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miamimike says on Jul 21, 2007, 23:40:

Lot of Bikes for sale on Mercadolibre.com also:

http://vehiculos.mercadolibre.com.co/motos/

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miamimike says on Jul 21, 2007, 23:44:

Here's Deal on a Nice Harley Sportser, too bad its not in Colombia! Wonder what it would go for there? Maybe $12K

http://miami.craigslist.org/mcy/377612948.html

On Sept 17, 2008: Senator John McCain said, as he had many times before, that he believed the fundamentals of the economy were "strong."Hours later he backpedaled, explaining that he had meant that American workers were Strong.

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miamimike says on Jul 21, 2007, 23:47:

Another great Harley deal: http://miami.craigslist.org/mcy/377965637.html


I bought my 2004 $100 "Special"Quingi 50cc Scooter here a few weeks ago on Craig's List!

On Sept 17, 2008: Senator John McCain said, as he had many times before, that he believed the fundamentals of the economy were "strong."Hours later he backpedaled, explaining that he had meant that American workers were Strong.

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scotty says on Jul 21, 2007, 23:49:

everything has some jap in it. but they arent near the problem you say they are. and they look and sound like a bike should, not like those other bikes that sound like a freakin sewing machine going down the road.

Get Rhythm, when you got the blues. Johnny Cash

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miamimike says on Jul 22, 2007, 00:16:

Scotty-currently those Sportsters inthe above links I posted barely, just barely, have 75% American parts and Assembly here in the USA to claim the "Made In USA" Logo but thats not all bad. Those new Sportsters are much better machines then my first Harley XLCH purchased new in Milwaukee when I was discharged from the Service in 1969. Bought it NEW for an out the Door Price of $1200,,,,Somedays it would kick over with one Kick, somedays 40 kicks wouldn't start it,,,Now all are Elecrtic Start,,Great...Press the Starter Button and Varoooom,,,

On Sept 17, 2008: Senator John McCain said, as he had many times before, that he believed the fundamentals of the economy were "strong."Hours later he backpedaled, explaining that he had meant that American workers were Strong.

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Boatygringo says on Jul 22, 2007, 13:19:

mykita, Don screw around with a used bike, you wont know what you are buying or how it has been mistreeted as it probably will have been. I had a used Suzuki 500cc and it was a nightmare. You dont need a big bike here in Colombia they are expensive and it`s hard to find any one who knows how to work on them as they arn`t popular. You can buy a new bike with a warranty for $1,550 to $2,500 US. Honda Yamaha and Suzuki prices ar ususly the highest. I have an AKT 100 cc special that I got from Exito they did all the paperwork and I was able to use my debit card, Sigma 150cc enduro I got new. I am am happy with both of them.

Boatygringo

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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 22, 2007, 13:22:

wait a minute.....boatygringo=motogringo?? =)

"I would rather die living life, than to live a dying life."........ Oh, and my PM is always ON. Great Bumper Sticker: "Home of the Free, Because of the Brave"

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vicshere says on Jul 22, 2007, 14:06:

BG i hope you AKT 100 is 4 temipos

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suis_heureux says on Jul 22, 2007, 17:40:

You can´t go wrong with a yamaha dt 125 I bought a 2000 one around 2.5 mil runs perfect and parts are really cheap.

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Robert Jorge says on Jul 22, 2007, 21:41:

I don't know if it is the Gospel truth, but more than one local (Colombian), said you can't even buy a 2 stroke anymore in Colombia. Everything supposedly is 4 stroke now. The one exception is 50cc dirt bikes. I can't personally confirm if this is true, but I heard this same, consistent information from at least 3 people in Colombia. Of course I am referring to new motorcycles - not used.

He who farts in church, sits in his own pew.

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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 22, 2007, 21:47:

forget the motos, get into the new millenium...be the first on your block to own one of these bad boyzzzzzzzzzzzzzz...

"I would rather die living life, than to live a dying life."........ Oh, and my PM is always ON. Great Bumper Sticker: "Home of the Free, Because of the Brave"

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vicshere says on Jul 23, 2007, 04:44:

Robert here in Bucaramanga the 2 stroke is still very much sold on new bikes....I just wish they would completely outlaw 2 stroke its killing us all

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BAQ says on Jul 23, 2007, 09:26:

Just a thought about motorcycle ACCIDENTS. I had a Harley in the U.S. so I am a pro motorcycle person but would NEVER own one here and this is why.

In the U.S. most cities have very good trauma centers if you have a wreck, here, well NOT SO GOOD if you are seriously hurt. Add to this the way Colombians drive, lack of respect for traffic laws ect and this more than tripples the risk of you getting hurt. And last, it doesnt made any difference who is at fault, when its CAR vs MOTORCYCLE, you always loose.

Just something to think about.

Semper Fidelis !

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vicshere says on Jul 23, 2007, 09:34:

true baq but..I know many riders/drivers who have ridden/driven all their lives without an accident.... myself included (knock on wood)....riding a motorcycle or driving any vehicles is a responsibility ....the problem lies when the rider/driver exceeds the boundaries of the vehicles parameters in certain conditions.....for example riding/driving too fast on a rainy/ wet curve.....don't matter if its a truck, car or a bike you are going to go over the cure and down the cliff...the problem in Colombia is that many many riders /drivers have never had the proper training to ride or drive

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Lowell says on Jul 23, 2007, 11:01:

Just got back from town and my wife and I saw one accident happen and observed another on the way back. The first one the person on the motorcycle didn't yeild the right a way of the opposing traffic. It looked as if both passengers weren't hurt or hurt to bad. The second one a motorcycle was hit by a car crossing the street. The motorcycle was still pinned under the front of the car. No sign of rider(s). Probably at the hospital.

My wifes kind of shaken up.

She's just now learning how to ride. Last Saturday we went for a ride. She, mostly from lack of experience in looking for hazards, had 3 close calls. None of which were her fault. One bike, one dump truck and one taxi. To add more insult, every one of these people knew they were being jerks too. It's as if they enjoyed it. Sick thinking. And this isn't the first time. One time she was even verbally abused by a woman for being out in public while learning.

Even though I enjoy riding my motorcycle, I'm now re-weighing the pro and cons of having them in the family. They are so popular here. What am I going to do when my stepson and daughter get to the age of wanting one?

Alfred E. Newman. "What. Me Worry?"

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Lowell says on Jul 23, 2007, 13:27:

Don't tempt me!

Alfred E. Newman. "What. Me Worry?"

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Lowell says on Jul 23, 2007, 16:02:

Yep, you're so right. She's a little jewel. The pic is about 6 months old. It's a kick to watch her change a bit every day. I'm so lucky to be retired (at least for now) and enjoy a lot of time with her. I'm with her when she awakes in the morning, a little Discoverykids, bath and breakfast. Then maybe a little time infront of the house. In the afternoon, she comes up to our computer/playroom and we listen to childrens songs I have on the computer, play on the computer or some of her so many toys (daddy's a sucker for toys and clothes) for an hour or so. The same is repeated in the evening before a little T.V time in bed. She sleeps in our room in her own very special "Cama Kuna". We're now preparing her own bedroom in "Winnie the Pooh" theme. Wallpaper, curtains, bed frame, comforter, lamp/clock... Pooh.

Lifes great with my "LG" = Little Girl!

Alfred E. Newman. "What. Me Worry?"

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Boatygringo says on Jul 23, 2007, 16:02:

MC I Sold the boat I suppose I should ! change my name to Motogringo

Boatygringo

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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 23, 2007, 23:14:

wait just a minute Boaty! did not you promise several of us on PBH invites to one of your famous Boat Parties???? shame on you! =)..how are we all gonna fit on your MOTO??

"I would rather die living life, than to live a dying life."........ Oh, and my PM is always ON. Great Bumper Sticker: "Home of the Free, Because of the Brave"

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BAQ says on Jul 24, 2007, 08:16:

VIC, the PROBLEM is the COLOMBIAN DRIVERS. The culture here is SO DIFFERENT with regards to traffic laws. Thew blow through red lights and stop signs at 50mph, drive at night with cars that have no lights, pass on the right, turn right from the left hand lane, drive on wrong side of the road and the list goes on.

Come on over to BARRANQUILLA for a day or two and you will understand what i mean. It has gotten so bad here with people on motorcycles getting killed they have specific streets you cant ride a motorcycle on due to the high death rate.

Semper Fidelis !

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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 24, 2007, 11:01:

Yes, BUY A HARLEY>>>>BUY AMERICAN! say some......

umm...HarleyDavidson USA has announced plans to build a factory, keyword global outsourcing, to ...................(((drumrolll))).............INDIA......but there will be a huge difference between american made harleys and the India built Harleys....if you want to hear the difference, i can email you a powerpoint presentation file upon request via PM....TFF! (too F-ing funny!!)

"I would rather die living life, than to live a dying life."........ Oh, and my PM is always ON. Great Bumper Sticker: "Home of the Free, Because of the Brave"

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Miguel_Clavo says on Jul 24, 2007, 11:06:

anyone know if it is possible or how to post a pps file here on PBH? any techies out there?

"I would rather die living life, than to live a dying life."........ Oh, and my PM is always ON. Great Bumper Sticker: "Home of the Free, Because of the Brave"

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