I bought a new bike!

GZ Jess · 08-21-2010, 09:08 PM

Well I found a 2002 V Star 1100 Classic listed on Craigslist for $3000. I went to look at it and when I pulled up it was shining beautifully. We took it to a parking lot and the minute I got on if felt so perfect and the clutch was as easy to pull in as my GZ! I got on and started doing circles in the parking lot and couldn't believe that it handled so easily for the first time I was on it. I felt like I had ridden it a million times before. It had all the bells and whistles I wanted and more including, a windshield, bags, auxiliary light bar, after market air intake, pipes, sissy bar with luggage rack, heel toe shifter, floor boars for driver and passenger and Iso grips. I asked the guy what his lowest, cash today price would be. He heehawed around around for a minute and said okay today only he would part with it for $2600, so it was a deal and I rode her home. She and I have bonded over a hundred miles and I can't help but call her Large Marge.

I had listed my GZ on Craigslist earlier in the week for $1300 to see what kind of interest I would get. One guy had emailed me and offered $1200. I kinda put him off till I had my new bike and made sure no one I knew wanted it. I would have liked to see it go to someone I knew but I couldn't find anyone ready for it. So I emailed the guy at 9 am and said I would take $1200 and he came and got it at noon. He was buying as a surprise for his girlfriend that wanted to learn to ride.

I really appreciate this forum and everyone who has helped me out on it. I have looked for one for my new bike but they just aren't as helpful as this one. You guys rock!

Jess

dentheman · 08-21-2010, 09:55 PM

That is a beauty! You look good on it, especially with that ear-to-ear grin. I am happy for you, and a little envious.

Sarris · 08-21-2010, 10:34 PM

Congrats...... Do stay around the forum and BS with us occasionally.

I used to own a Roadstar 1700 and have a few favorite Yamaha bling sites.

PM me if I can be of help.

:2tup: :rawk: :2tup: :rawk:

blaine · 08-21-2010, 10:57 PM

That is a beautiful bike Jess. Congratulations on a excellent buy.Good luck,and stick around. :smallrawk: :yes:

Water Warrior 2 · 08-22-2010, 12:20 AM

Jess, you have a real nice bike under you. Looks very good and cared for. A few of my coffee buds have this model with nary a complaint. You might try Star Motorcycle Forums for more info on the bike. They are a big forum with lots of info and experience to share. Also seem to be a pretty polite bunch towards newbies and are there to help any teething problems.
You may want to inquire about an oil filter relocation kit for the bike. As it sits the way Yammy designed it, the pipes have to come off every oil filter change. ............................... Congrats and have a ball.

alanmcorcoran · 08-22-2010, 04:00 AM

I almost bought one of them (for a whole lot more than what you paid!) before I decided to go with the Stratoliner. You will like it on the highway!

(FYI, the Star site for the Strat tends to be sparse and discouraging to use. Maybe the V-star is better...)

GZ Jess · 08-22-2010, 08:46 AM

Thanks everyone! I am very happy with my new bike and your right, I could do the highway all day now, where as I avoided it before! I am lucky that my bike already had the oil filter relocation kit installed, I can't imagine removing the pipes every time I wanted to change the filter! The only thing that I really want to do is add some wide white wall tires when I'm due for a new set but these ones are pretty new and can't see spending money for looks only, so it will be a little while. I will pop in time to time to say hi and I thank you all again!

Jessica

Nutterhead · 08-22-2010, 09:15 AM

Congrats Jessica it is beautiful!

mole2 · 09-05-2010, 03:40 PM

Congrats on the new ride Jess!!! You look good on it. I just purchased your bikes little brother - a 2009 V-Star 650 Classic. Yes, they do sit fine and they handle very well. I'm enjoying the heck out of mine. Good luck and ride safe.

By the way, http://www.starbikeforums.com is a great place for info.

music man · 09-05-2010, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Sarris

Congrats...... Do stay around the forum and BS with us occasionally.

I used to own a Roadstar 1700 and have a few favorite Yamaha bling sites.

PM me if I can be of help.

:2tup: :rawk: :2tup: :rawk:

Sarris, I do believe no matter what kind of bike someone buys, you would be able to make that same statement. I think you have owned at least one of every damn bike out there.

08-21-2010, 09:08 PM	#1
GZ Jess Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 100	I bought a new bike! Well I found a 2002 V Star 1100 Classic listed on Craigslist for $3000. I went to look at it and when I pulled up it was shining beautifully. We took it to a parking lot and the minute I got on if felt so perfect and the clutch was as easy to pull in as my GZ! I got on and started doing circles in the parking lot and couldn't believe that it handled so easily for the first time I was on it. I felt like I had ridden it a million times before. It had all the bells and whistles I wanted and more including, a windshield, bags, auxiliary light bar, after market air intake, pipes, sissy bar with luggage rack, heel toe shifter, floor boars for driver and passenger and Iso grips. I asked the guy what his lowest, cash today price would be. He heehawed around around for a minute and said okay today only he would part with it for $2600, so it was a deal and I rode her home. She and I have bonded over a hundred miles and I can't help but call her Large Marge. I had listed my GZ on Craigslist earlier in the week for $1300 to see what kind of interest I would get. One guy had emailed me and offered $1200. I kinda put him off till I had my new bike and made sure no one I knew wanted it. I would have liked to see it go to someone I knew but I couldn't find anyone ready for it. So I emailed the guy at 9 am and said I would take $1200 and he came and got it at noon. He was buying as a surprise for his girlfriend that wanted to learn to ride. I really appreciate this forum and everyone who has helped me out on it. I have looked for one for my new bike but they just aren't as helpful as this one. You guys rock! Jess Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-21-2010, 09:55 PM	#2
dentheman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 629	Re: I bought a new bike! That is a beauty! You look good on it, especially with that ear-to-ear grin. I am happy for you, and a little envious. __________________ 2007 Shadow Spirit 750
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08-21-2010, 10:34 PM	#3
Sarris Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: New Port Richey, Florida USA Posts: 1,348	Re: I bought a new bike! Congrats...... Do stay around the forum and BS with us occasionally. I used to own a Roadstar 1700 and have a few favorite Yamaha bling sites. PM me if I can be of help. :2tup: :rawk: :2tup: :rawk: __________________ Prudent riders live longer than moron riders. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-21-2010, 10:57 PM	#4
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08-22-2010, 12:20 AM	#5
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: I bought a new bike! Jess, you have a real nice bike under you. Looks very good and cared for. A few of my coffee buds have this model with nary a complaint. You might try Star Motorcycle Forums for more info on the bike. They are a big forum with lots of info and experience to share. Also seem to be a pretty polite bunch towards newbies and are there to help any teething problems. You may want to inquire about an oil filter relocation kit for the bike. As it sits the way Yammy designed it, the pipes have to come off every oil filter change. ............................... Congrats and have a ball. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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08-22-2010, 04:00 AM	#6
alanmcorcoran Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 2,926	Re: I bought a new bike! I almost bought one of them (for a whole lot more than what you paid!) before I decided to go with the Stratoliner. You will like it on the highway! (FYI, the Star site for the Strat tends to be sparse and discouraging to use. Maybe the V-star is better...) __________________ [hr:5yt6ldkq][/hr:5yt6ldkq] http://alanmarkcorcoran.com Motorcycles, Music, Musings and More…
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08-22-2010, 08:46 AM	#7
GZ Jess Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 100	Re: I bought a new bike! Thanks everyone! I am very happy with my new bike and your right, I could do the highway all day now, where as I avoided it before! I am lucky that my bike already had the oil filter relocation kit installed, I can't imagine removing the pipes every time I wanted to change the filter! The only thing that I really want to do is add some wide white wall tires when I'm due for a new set but these ones are pretty new and can't see spending money for looks only, so it will be a little while. I will pop in time to time to say hi and I thank you all again! Jessica
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08-22-2010, 09:15 AM	#8
Nutterhead Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Louisville Ohio Posts: 47	Re: I bought a new bike! Congrats Jessica it is beautiful! __________________ ~Heather~ 27 Year Old Ohioan 1986 Honda Shadow 500 2001 Suzuki GZ250
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09-05-2010, 03:40 PM	#9
mole2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Longs, SC Posts: 1,469	Re: I bought a new bike! Congrats on the new ride Jess!!! You look good on it. I just purchased your bikes little brother - a 2009 V-Star 650 Classic. Yes, they do sit fine and they handle very well. I'm enjoying the heck out of mine. Good luck and ride safe. By the way, http://www.starbikeforums.com is a great place for info. __________________ 2009 V-Star 650 Silverado Pearl White 2007 Suzuki GZ250 Black (sold)
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