The_Kat Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Well I finally found the deal I've been waiting on for a bike. Looking over craigslist lastnight I found a 2008 Suzuki GSF 500 with 3000 miles on it for $2500. It was super cheap, and I even offered the guy 2300 and he took it. He just bought a GSXR 600 and needed the money he owed on this bike to help pay for it. It's not a flashy fast bike by any means, but it's a good bike for a beginner. Plus when I wreck it, its fairly cheap to work on and fix. I gave it my first ride just a little bit ago and had a blast. It was definitely tricky and I got alot to learn before I hit the roadway. I didn't ride but for about 30 mins, but it was a blast. I am gonna put around Cokeburg for a few days, maybe even a week or two after work before going on the road. I wasn't completely comfortable with taking off and stopping. Anyways, just wanted to pass on the good news. I'm excited and will have pics tomorrow. It looks exactly like this....same colors and all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dakota Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Sounds awesome, Kyle! Stay safe and post some pics when you get the chance; I'm really looking forward to seeing it. Dakota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Congrats Kyle. Glad you found what you were after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Well I finally found the deal I've been waiting on for a bike. Looking over craigslist lastnight I found a 2008 Suzuki GSF 500 with 3000 miles on it for $2500. It was super cheap, and I even offered the guy 2300 and he took it. He just bought a GSXR 600 and needed the money he owed on this bike to help pay for it. It's not a flashy fast bike by any means, but it's a good bike for a beginner. Plus when I wreck it, its fairly cheap to work on and fix. I gave it my first ride just a little bit ago and had a blast. It was definitely tricky and I got alot to learn before I hit the roadway. I didn't ride but for about 30 mins, but it was a blast. I am gonna put around Cokeburg for a few days, maybe even a week or two after work before going on the road. I wasn't completely comfortable with taking off and stopping. Anyways, just wanted to pass on the good news. I'm excited and will have pics tomorrow. Next time you take it out, push on the handle bars one at a time. It will turn you in the opposite direction than what you push. It is called counter steering and will help you out. Good Luck, Be safe, and have fun Kyle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 You're gonna' shoot your eye out kid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunt or be Hunted Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Congrats Kyle!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandonBowling21 Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 nice bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawg Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 What a waste......................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Congrats on the new bike Kyle! Can't beat that price. Keep the shiny side up eh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newarcher Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Man didn't you listen to any of the advice anyone gave you around here? That money could have been put to good use elsewhere and don't you know how dangerous those things are? :D :2guns: Congratulations on the new bike, it looks like a great bike....hope you enjoy it. For some reason I thought you were an established rider already. In all seriousness, enjoy. New Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruttinbuc Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Good luck with the motorcycle, Kyle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubledrop Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 congrats on the bike kyle, be safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Congratulations Kyle. Sounds like you are doing all you can to be safe, best of luck with the bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCH Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Well....it will be tough to carry your climber on that thing.....heaven forbid you actually shoot something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tominator Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Well....it will be tough to carry your climber on that thing.....heaven forbid you actually shoot something. It's OK. He doesn't hunt anymore. Bought a bike instead of taking his Oklahoma and Ohio buddy on a guided hunt. He's off my list, I'm done with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeramie Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 You're gonna' shoot your eye out kid. Bwaaaaa haaaaaa! Thats just funny right there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohiobucks Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Well....it will be tough to carry your climber on that thing.....heaven forbid you actually shoot something. It can be done..... Congrats on the new to you bike Kyle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfletch7441 Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Congratulations, you're braver than me. Not to mention my wife would kill me long before the bike would! Have fun! Ben Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhino Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 It can be done..... Congrats on the new to you bike Kyle! Dang Tom...you beat me to the punch. I was going to post the same pic with the thought that with the $200 Kat negotiated off the deal he could still buy an old fashion bike and haul a deer out like that. Congrats on the deal Kat.:cool2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Congrats on the bike Kyle! Sounds like you got the idea. Drive around town for a while, get the hang of it, and have fun. You'll find that thing doesn't burn much gas at all. It probably gets like 50 mpg if you're going easy. My dad has a 500 he drives to and from work during the summer. Be safe buddy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 First turkey I ever called and killed (solo) I hauled out on my 1973 Kawasaki 175. I very much do recommend not trying it with a deer Congrats Kyle on a good deal there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbHunterNY Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 It can be done..... Congrats on the new to you bike Kyle! You've got to wonder if he'd done that before, or if it was one of those stories that started off as "I remember one day, I had the bright idea of... ". lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texastrophies Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 If you take those big mirrors off it would be a decent looking bike. Besides, you don't need no stinking mirrors, you will be going to fast to worry about anything behind you.:angel2: Have fun and enjoy it. Get some video of your wheelies for us.:cell: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkneck Posted August 3, 2010 Report Share Posted August 3, 2010 Have fun and enjoy it. Get some video of your wheelies for us.:cell: Forget the wheelies, anybody can do those, we want STOPPIES! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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