First Bike Purchase Question

[Cbreezy]

I am about to buy an new 08 R6. I wanted to know what should be a good bargaining price if I am paying with a cashier's check? I dont want them to think I am trying to cheat them, but I dont want to get cheated.

 

[ozzieboy]

G'day mate. :welcome: to the forum. Is this really going to be you're first bike? If so be very very careful mate. Very easy to get into trouble really fast on a full-on sport bike. As for the info you are after I reckon someone will be able to help you out:thumbup:. Stay safe mate:Flash:.
Cheers
Mike

 

[CanadianFZ6]

You're buying an R6 as your first bike? Do you have any experience riding a modern street bike? Really, I wouldn't worry about price negotiation... I'd worry more about staying alive on the R6...:squid:

 

[CooperFZ6]

Save your money, and your life! For a first bike, pick up something old, for no more than $ 2000, then, learn to ride on it. I went from a z50 (as a kid) to a SuzukiSP125 (enduro), then, didn't ride for years, then, got a VSTAR650 (good first bike), and finally, just got my FZ6, which seams like a rocket compared to the VSTAR. The only regret I have is that I paid too much for the VSTAR and sold it for too little. If you can find something certified, around 400-650 cc, even as old as 20 years, buy it and beat it up for a summer or two, then jump on a newer, faster bike. You won't regret it and you'll probably be able to sell the old beater for what you paid for it!

 

[Oscar54]

I am about to buy an new 08 R6. I wanted to know what should be a good bargaining price if I am paying with a cashier's check? I dont want them to think I am trying to cheat them, but I dont want to get cheated.

For my $.02, First don't ever worry about cheating the Dealer! It won't happen, Dealers are in the knowledged position. If anyone gets cheated it will be the buyer.

If you insist on getting an R6 for your first bike, which is never recommended for a newby, and I am sincere, not trying to put you down, start the negotiation at around 20% off of list and let them know you have cash and be able to prove it. Then be ready to walk if they insist on getting list, because no one is moving bikes right now. A guy at the local Yamaha dealer told me that the gross is around 17%, so you decide how much you are willing to give them. Don't ever let the dealer know you are in love with the bike, they will use it against you.

Also, buy yourself a riding suit and boots and a full faced helmet with a Snell certification.

Then treat your new R6 with the upmost respect, and no quick throtle movements, because it will take you for a ride.

Gear up, think smart, and ride safe.

Lewis

 

[MarinaFazer]

R6 as a first bike is a bad idea...an older 650 cruiser or what not is better. What did you get your license on? if you have that yet....

 

[PJFZ1]

I agree with everyone above - the R-6 first bike is a bad idea.

That being said - here is how to get the4 best possible deal on a new bike:

Decide what bike you want, go to the online dealer locator and find every dealer within a reasonable drove for you.

Call each one, verify they have the bike, then get the manager or owner on the phone. Very carefully tell them that you are buying bike XXXX this Saturday from the dealer who has the lowest out the door price, Be veryt clear that it is the amount you'll be writing the check for, and tell them you'll call them back in an hour to find out what their price is.

No need to BS with any options, etc. or to give them your info.

Call down the list, then call each back an hour later and get the price, and find out where you're going to pick up your bike.

One note - don't do this until you are serious and ready to pay.

 

[champion221elite]

Save your money, and your life! For a first bike, pick up something old, for no more than $ 2000, then, learn to ride on it. I went from a z50 (as a kid) to a SuzukiSP125 (enduro), then, didn't ride for years, then, got a VSTAR650 (good first bike), and finally, just got my FZ6, which seams like a rocket compared to the VSTAR. The only regret I have is that I paid too much for the VSTAR and sold it for too little. If you can find something certified, around 400-650 cc, even as old as 20 years, buy it and beat it up for a summer or two, then jump on a newer, faster bike. You won't regret it and you'll probably be able to sell the old beater for what you paid for it!

Excellent advice!!! An R6 is a poor choice for a first motorcycle. Just one errant blip of the throttle can take your ride from mild to wild. Your first bike won't be your last bike. Don't get caught up on getting the fastest 600 on the showroom floor. Instead, start smaller and learn to ride properly on something that is more forgiving.