Hey,
I have the potential to buy my first Hayabusa, and I just wanted to ask your opinion of whether or not this bike seems like it would be worth it (miles, condition, etc).
I am not an inexperienced rider, so I have no concerns as to whether or not I will be able to handle a bike this powerful.
The one I am looking at is a 2002 Hayabusa, with 36,4xx miles on it. It has been kept in relatively decent condition, not raced or stunted. It has a high mount devil exhaust system (as well as the original mufflers). Other than this, it is a relatively stock bike. A few cosmetic upgrades, as well as a slight amount of cosmetic damage: slight scuffing on the left tail side-2in long by 0.5 in wide. Nothing a little bondo and touch up paint can't clear up. There is one other spot of scratches on the lower right fairing, about 2x2 inches, again, covered w/ touch up paint.
According to the owner, in heavy stop and go traffic (assuming 3mph stop go for 45 min), the bike will overheat, but otherwise never has any problems. From my experience riding it, it feels extremely solid, and the engine sounded as if it was in order. Your help would be appreciated in helping me ascertain as to whether or not this is worth it.
He is asking $5300 for it straight. I will try to answer any questions you might have, if you have any.
Thanks again
I have the potential to buy my first Hayabusa, and I just wanted to ask your opinion of whether or not this bike seems like it would be worth it (miles, condition, etc).
I am not an inexperienced rider, so I have no concerns as to whether or not I will be able to handle a bike this powerful.
The one I am looking at is a 2002 Hayabusa, with 36,4xx miles on it. It has been kept in relatively decent condition, not raced or stunted. It has a high mount devil exhaust system (as well as the original mufflers). Other than this, it is a relatively stock bike. A few cosmetic upgrades, as well as a slight amount of cosmetic damage: slight scuffing on the left tail side-2in long by 0.5 in wide. Nothing a little bondo and touch up paint can't clear up. There is one other spot of scratches on the lower right fairing, about 2x2 inches, again, covered w/ touch up paint.
According to the owner, in heavy stop and go traffic (assuming 3mph stop go for 45 min), the bike will overheat, but otherwise never has any problems. From my experience riding it, it feels extremely solid, and the engine sounded as if it was in order. Your help would be appreciated in helping me ascertain as to whether or not this is worth it.
He is asking $5300 for it straight. I will try to answer any questions you might have, if you have any.
Thanks again
