Craigslist and other deals

[zooom]

well...I understand....that is cool....

in the meantime....I find myself seriously wanting to jump on this....

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2899890634.html

but not the cash in my wallet for to pull the trigger and do so....

[potomacduc]

That is my idea of a kick-ass commuter. It's (relatively) lightweight, can take a beating should be reliable, has enough poke to deal with traffic and the high seating position helps with visibility (yours and the other cars).  A similar prepped 350 or 400 would do as well if you don't spend much time on the freeway.  Throw on some low-profile aluminum panniers (laptop in oneside, shoes in the other) and you are ready to go.  It's priced fairly.

It almost makes me want to move further from office so I have an actual commute.

[ducatiz]

That is my idea of a kick-ass commuter. It's (relatively) lightweight, can take a beating should be reliable, has enough poke to deal with traffic and the high seating position helps with visibility (yours and the other cars).  A similar prepped 350 or 400 would do as well if you don't spend much time on the freeway.  Throw on some low-profile aluminum panniers (laptop in oneside, shoes in the other) and you are ready to go.  It's priced fairly.

It almost makes me want to move further from office so I have an actual commute.

If i was getting a commuter, I would get this:

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2896796215.html

I work exactly 2 miles from home.  No dice.

[zooom]

I Emailed the guy...the 1 major problem...no speedo/odo whatsoever and he has no clue what the milage on the bike is....

[The Mad King Pepe']

I Emailed the guy...the 1 major problem...no speedo/odo whatsoever and he has no clue what the milage on the bike is....

The DR is the Kalashnikov of bikes, put something combustible in the tank and something slimy in the engine and it's good to go!

 


Just noticed the tank, looks like a plastic over-sized one (maybe safari or acerbis)... interesting

[potomacduc]

If i was getting a commuter, I would get this:

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/mcy/2896796215.html

I work exactly 2 miles from home.  No dice.

The big 'strom is a solid choice, but it is a bit cumbersome and ponderous in the tight-going if any part of the commute is on city streets.  My Multistrada feels considerably more nimble.  The wee-strom would also be a better option.  I rented one in Alaska and enjoyed it.  I am not sure what the actual weight difference, but it feels significantly lighter than 1000. That Suzuki 650 likes a little bit of revs and can be an entertaining mill.

My commute is 4 miles with an average speed limit of 30 mph and lots of traffic signals.  By the time I gear up, uncover and unlock the bike, open the gate and roll down the drive, I would have already been to work had I taken the cage.  Besides, the only fun to be had in such a short, low speed commute is the kind that gets one in trouble. By trouble I mean the hospital or  .

I've resisted more than one job opportunity that would have added to my commute, but if the perfect situation comes along
 I might be shopping for a beater DR.

[DRKWNG]

Who wants to get stoopid?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/kawasaki-750-h2-/390399416328?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item5ae59e5808

[The Mad King Pepe']

I've resisted more than one job opportunity that would have added to my commute, but if the perfect situation comes along
 I might be shopping for a beater DR.

Pretty much any Jap 250 - 350 DS bike would be perfect for your commute. Great mileage, cheap and easy to fix, and you wont cry your heart out if it gets knocked over.

[Jdan]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/mcy/2909825750.html


Jet turbine bike if anyone has a little extra cash burning a hole in their pocket.

[David Lowenstein]

Not all sizes and colors available, but $394 is a smoking deal for the Arai Corsair V.... http://www.kneedraggers.com/product/?psreferrer=&key=ARAI-CORSAIR-V-HELMET&utm_source=Bronto%2BMail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2012320&segment=badger.

[ducatiz]

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/mcy/2909825750.html


Jet turbine bike if anyone has a little extra cash burning a hole in their pocket.

9 gallon fuel tank -- diesel, kerosene or Jet A

[Zulu]

Not all sizes and colors available, but $394 is a smoking deal for the Arai Corsair V.... http://www.kneedraggers.com/product/?psreferrer=&key=ARAI-CORSAIR-V-HELMET&utm_source=Bronto%2BMail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2012320&segment=badger.

I would call and verify they have it in stock . I have ordered twice from them and both time they cancelled my order after a week . Apparently they ran out of stock .

[tocino]

All gone!

[potomacduc]

Who wants to get stoopid?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/kawasaki-750-h2-/390399416328?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item5ae59e5808

Oh. My.  That is great.  In that alternate world where I have a multi-bike collextion, I would absolutely have a two-stroke.  I just found out the neighbor across the street has RD 400 Daytona in his shed. That bike must be resurrected...

[The Mad King Pepe']

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/mcy/2909825750.html


Jet turbine bike if anyone has a little extra cash burning a hole in their pocket.

 
I laughed so much I let one rip!