half a tire right Posted April 3, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2006 Duluth:not sure if it matters to you, but I might be going from Mpls Mn to central michigan and back this weekend. k the new USMTA organization in US has discussed a BB for travelling and transportation. k <{POST_SNAPBACK}> OK I'm new,,what doe's (BB) mean?^^^^^^and,You know someone in Michigan with a bike for sale maybe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
half a tire right Posted April 7, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2006 Still "NO" luck! There's gotta be someone in Mn.or Wis.with a (resonable)priced bike for sale.I have had a few response's,but I clearly state UNDER $2000 bucks, can't see what makes a 96 Techno worth $2600,??? unless, it was mine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin j Posted April 9, 2006 Report Share Posted April 9, 2006 BB = bulletin boards, forums. like this. USMTA had discussion as a possibility, an idea to pursue later. Bike transp is such a hastle, and trials is so spread out as you are finding, that a central clearing house for people travelling to nationals, or other personal trips, would be great. If we knew about each others needs, we could help by adding a bike to a trailer or empty spot in the van. There are some risks and liabiilties, but I think it could work out in many cases. no. didn't know any bikes in Mich, but thought if you had something located there we could get it back here. Had to go from MSP to Lansing MI and back for some equipment. (1290 miles, left Fri am, back here Sat noon, about 28 hrs in the little pickup. So today will be tough!) hope to see you at Thielman. kcj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevin j Posted April 9, 2006 Report Share Posted April 9, 2006 ps: I'd try raising the price rainge if at ALL possible. I know, budget, etc. I had the same issues son's bike, had to be under 2000 when we bought that. But as you are finding, the older mdern stuff tends to bottom out about 1500-2000 regardless of age and condition. Below that price, only options seem to be the TY, Aprilia, Fanitc, and other out of production stuff. At the low price end, some people keep the oldie around as a 'buddy bike' because it's not worth so much to sell. If you can bump to 2500, you might see more choice or better shapes. 3000 puts you in a very good bargaining position, and severlal years newer, lighter, etc. etc. Keep in mind this advice is someone who rides the TY when my kids ride the modern stuff, and I drive an 88 van because the money isn't there to upgrade. BUT I have learned bumping the purchase price at the front end is a whole lot better value in the long run if it is at all possible. kcj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike od Posted April 10, 2006 Report Share Posted April 10, 2006 I know you say under $2000, but I will echo what Kevin J says -- if you can squeeze out just a little more, you'll get something more modern and better in the long run. There is an '03 Beta Rev 270 for $2500 OBO on the Northern Illinois site -- www.nitrotrials.com. I know the owners -- great folks. They live west of Chicago in Algonquin and have a few acres of great practice riding. There are several pics of the bikes on the website. Give 'em a call or e-mail. What the hell, a trip down and back to see/ride the bike is a lot shorter than Kevin's trip to MI. Kevin -- 1290 miles in 28 hours? Your next drive to TTC will seem like a trip across town by comparison. Mike OD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
half a tire right Posted April 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2006 WELL WELL WELL!Thank you to all my Brothers and Reply's. It just so happens that Heaven was only 3hr.s away! A fellow UMTA member contacted me this weekend with a 97 Techno he'd sell me for $1900,low hr.s and no damage,went down to check it out with my Brother. This bike is in pristine condition and needless to say is now in my possesion, complete with all documentation.Other than needing a rear set a brake pads and a new air filter,I can find absolutly nothing wrong!Starts 1st kick cold,and 1/2 kick warm. Joe A.;If you see this,Thank you very much!Nice bike,Good deal,I'm very satisfied! I could go on and on but I have Beta things to do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackman Posted April 11, 2006 Report Share Posted April 11, 2006 (edited) I have Beta things to do! Edited April 11, 2006 by Jackman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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