Would anyone happen to know the MSRP price when it just came out? Was it $4,999?
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2012 Ninja 250
- Thread starter Tjf
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Not really answering your question... But if it's you first bike buy it used. You are almost for sure going to drop it.
I'm getting a new one for 4,300 + tax (freight+handling included) while people are selling used ones for 3.8-4.3 with like 2k-10k on them already.
Safety + towing to my place + licensing etc will end up costing like 200-300 so doesn't it make sense to just get one new? Will have a better resale too if I decide to sell it
Yeah I plan on riding it. Thing is, people are sellin 09s for 3.8 (min I've seen) with a few thousand k's. it'll come to like 400$ less than a new one, which ill be able to resell at a higher price too
Really... a week!!! You haven't even started exploring what your bike have to offer...
It really depends on you. Take in consideration that most people drop or fall with their bikes on the first two years. Also, if you are buying a bike just to ride, then I would say go for it. But if you plan on learning proper techniques and pushing yourself to your limits before you buy a bigger bike, then I would buy a cheaper bike so that you are not too worried about dropping it.
Yes I plan on just riding it in the city and as a commuter kind of bike. Won't be pushing it to its limits and def. have no NEED for a bigger bike! Just was wondering the original cost of the bike.
What dealer?! They didn't charge you handling + freight?
@maxgohan, they're a little too pricy unfortunately or I totally would have
if you look hard you can find decent deals and you can save on tax if you decide to write a fake bill of sale(I am not telling you this is a good idea) p.s I have a 09 250 with 6800kms on it for sale , its the black one in the buy and sell section pm me if you have anymore questions about it
its a good deal if you plan on keeping it for a very long time , if your only going to keep it for a season or 2 tops you will lose more money then buying used, remember your first bike is never your last and buying new you will most likely lose roughly $1000 if not more when you sell it ,when buying used you might only lose a few hundred bucks tops if you get bored of it and want to upgrade, but you seem to be set on new so if you go that route congrats on the new bike and ride safe
Bagel09
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I can understand why he would want it towed, I had my first bike towed. It was a great way to learn the bike in the comfort of my own driveway/street rather then out on a busy road where people suck at driving. You're already bored with your 250
? Start hitting some twisties, or learn to wheelie that B&TCH!!!
People are not selling them for that much, they are ASKING that much. Plus the reason a lot of people buy used is so they don't have to pay tax.
A lot of times, previous owners will drop it off for you as well. Safety you can get for 40 bucks.
But yeah, if you have the money and don't want the hustle, it's not an expensive bike to begin with. However, if you want to save about $1,500 - buy used.
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