Thinking of giving away my 450 for free

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Need help on a contest or someway to do it.

It’s an 09 kx450. Nice bike.

I haven’t rode in 5 years. The bike hasn’t been cranked in about 3 years. So I need to change oil and gas and expect it to be fine.

Suspension and other work done by local mechanic that does everyone’s bikes. Has your typical goodies and great suspension.

I’m 44 and don’t plan on getting back riding. Just hate seeing it sit in garage.

Have a ton of gear like pants etc also

What do you think would be a good way to give away?



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Giygas 7/7/2018 5:53pm
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Do a raffle for charity.
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B DUB 333 7/7/2018 5:57pm
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Trade it for a 125 and keep riding, your not too old- or do you have kids? Otherwise sell it here and give the cake to jessy Nelson
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Giygas wrote:
Do a raffle for charity.
That’s a good idea.
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Sell the bike and put the proceeds in a Roth IRA for your retirement..
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I been working with troubled at-risk kids in the Wake County ( Raleigh, NC ) Juvenile Detention Center for 15 years, and I am launching a Christian based dirt bike camp for when these kids get out of jail. I don't currently have any bikes.
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Hi kids welcome out of juvi-prison ... hey ya wamna ride a 450 motocross bike? It'll be fun Dizzy

Face palm please.
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iM think a speling confest so im kan won fORM TexAS
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I'll take it. Can come pick it up tomorrow. Thanks Cool
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cool_hand wrote:
I been working with troubled at-risk kids in the Wake County ( Raleigh, NC ) Juvenile Detention Center for 15 years, and I am launching a...
I been working with troubled at-risk kids in the Wake County ( Raleigh, NC ) Juvenile Detention Center for 15 years, and I am launching a Christian based dirt bike camp for when these kids get out of jail. I don't currently have any bikes.
Ok. I will think about that.
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Personally, I would do as DWilson did. Go to the races, find someone who deserves and appreciates it. Make someones day on the spot.

Giving it away instead of selling it is very respectable. Props.
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Dirtydeeds 7/7/2018 7:54pm
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Theres some dudes in Atlanta that could use it
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Ghostrider145 7/7/2018 7:57pm
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Cool idea and you have a big heart.
Maybe a Possible Ebay auction(fees are the downside) or sale the bike and donate proceeds to your charity of choice. Good luck.

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Just tell me when to come and get it Smile
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Just kidding
Honestly I would go to a local Race
And find some one Riding an older bike
That's in rough shape
And give it to someone that really needs it
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Give it to me. I’ll enjoy the hell out of it Wink
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Sell tickets for some amount of money and donate for R2R.

Or buy something for the Alpinestars mobile medical truck like Kurt's wife did with the extra money from the gofundme

I've ridden my 250 about 3 times in the last 6 or 7 years. I know how you feel

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IS GORGA NERE TEXAS CUZ I BEEN ON THIS SUSZUKI 80 FORE MANY LONGTIMES AND I NEDDS A BIGGUR MACHINE KX FOEVER FROM TYLER
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Give it to a middle aged guy going through the final stages of a divorce that hasn't been able to afford a bike for awhile....
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I like the idea of giving it to someone who needs it.
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Giygas wrote:
Do a raffle for charity.
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That’s a good idea.
Sell it or raffle for St Jude's or similar.
Rickyisms 7/7/2018 9:46pm
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Electro21 wrote:
Give it to a middle aged guy going through the final stages of a divorce that hasn't been able to afford a bike for awhile....
There's a guy in Non-Moto in that exact situation I think.
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What if you asked a local dealer if you could trade it for 2 pw50s and hand those out?
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Giygas wrote:
Do a raffle for charity.
This
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GregDVT wrote:
What if you asked a local dealer if you could trade it for 2 pw50s and hand those out?
Or this.
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GregDVT wrote:
What if you asked a local dealer if you could trade it for 2 pw50s and hand those out?
I really like this suggestion a lot.
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bodean123 7/8/2018 6:06am
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GregDVT wrote:
What if you asked a local dealer if you could trade it for 2 pw50s and hand those out?
Something like this makes more sense.

450's are meant for adults, who should be responsible enough to save and buy their own toys. Kids no so much.

Or sell it and pick up a couple pw50s or 65s and give those out.

It's awesome you're looking to help someone in need, but stick to the kids. 2 birds with one stone, you make the kids day, and the parents will be happy to see their kids enjoying something they love.
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GregDVT wrote:
What if you asked a local dealer if you could trade it for 2 pw50s and hand those out?
Do this.. sounds awesome.
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cool_hand wrote:
I been working with troubled at-risk kids in the Wake County ( Raleigh, NC ) Juvenile Detention Center for 15 years, and I am launching a...
I been working with troubled at-risk kids in the Wake County ( Raleigh, NC ) Juvenile Detention Center for 15 years, and I am launching a Christian based dirt bike camp for when these kids get out of jail. I don't currently have any bikes.
That's awesome and great to hear!
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