Can we talk about how s***** the used bike market is right now

skypig wrote:

I think there is a powerful effect re “old guys…”Most “vintage/historic” bikes appeal to those that rode/lusted after one in their youth.The guys that rode 1973...

I think there is a powerful effect re “old guys…”

Most “vintage/historic” bikes appeal to those that rode/lusted after one in their youth.
The guys that rode 1973 CR250s at 18, are 71yo’ s now! Even if they were a 12yo, dreaming of riding one - they are 65.
They might like one for the Mancave, but realistically, not many people will be interested enough to pay top dollar for one in a few years.

We have seen the same thing with “Classic” cars in Australia - the Hero cars of the youth who are 50-60yo now - rocket in value as some 50-60yo’s find they have some, in a few cases a lot, of spare cash, and think “If I don’t buy one now - I’ll never own one!”

As those guys die off in their 70’s and 80’s, the market is almost non existent.
The new cashed up 50-60yo’s want the Hero car of their youth!

I’m guessing there will be a few people disappointed when they inherit the car their Dad payed mega bucks for, and they try and sell it.
In Australia 1971 Ford Falcons the limited edition “GTHO” version cost less than A$5500 new. Have sold for $A1.3M

Hammer 663s wrote:

A few years ago I found and restored a 1979 RM125N because that was my first real motocross bike when I was 17. But I then...

A few years ago I found and restored a 1979 RM125N because that was my first real motocross bike when I was 17. But I then found at 60, even tho I was still racing and fit, that I couldn't ride it! Something about no power valve and a powerband that only exists from 8500-11500 RPM. I ended up selling it to a collector who put it on his wall.

I still ride my 2 stroke street bikes regularly, and I have a couple old BMWs that are so much fun. I don't know who will want them, or know how to maintain them, when I am gone. Most of the RDs I restore go to older guys in their 60s. Wait - that's ME!!!!

 

profeshenal125 wrote:

I wanted the 79 RM 80 the 100 was a better fit at 12 yrs old when I was 12.  My DBP doesn’t hit until 7+...

I wanted the 79 RM 80 the 100 was a better fit at 12 yrs old when I was 12.  My DBP doesn’t hit until 7+. K hyper pull to 11,500 then flat ovr rev.  I,d like to find an older restored 89 cr125 with low hrs , hard to find that.  But if I,m spending my money I want more performance.  A 95-97 cr125 is perfect for evo racing . 90-94 r cool too.  

Hammer 663s wrote:

A few years ago I found and restored a 1979 RM125N because that was my first real motocross bike when I was 17. But I then...

A few years ago I found and restored a 1979 RM125N because that was my first real motocross bike when I was 17. But I then found at 60, even tho I was still racing and fit, that I couldn't ride it! Something about no power valve and a powerband that only exists from 8500-11500 RPM. I ended up selling it to a collector who put it on his wall.

I still ride my 2 stroke street bikes regularly, and I have a couple old BMWs that are so much fun. I don't know who will want them, or know how to maintain them, when I am gone. Most of the RDs I restore go to older guys in their 60s. Wait - that's ME!!!!

 

profeshenal125 wrote:

I wanted the 79 RM 80 the 100 was a better fit at 12 yrs old when I was 12.  My DBP doesn’t hit until 7+...

I wanted the 79 RM 80 the 100 was a better fit at 12 yrs old when I was 12.  My DBP doesn’t hit until 7+. K hyper pull to 11,500 then flat ovr rev.  I,d like to find an older restored 89 cr125 with low hrs , hard to find that.  But if I,m spending my money I want more performance.  A 95-97 cr125 is perfect for evo racing . 90-94 r cool too.  

williamsmotowerx wrote:

Professional, I'll see you at the Aztalan Vet race in September. 

I'm sure you'll be racing your 125, in the 125 race. You'll show them what's up!

queen of spodes wrote:

$3,000. I sold my showroom condition 89 KX125 restoration for a little less than that about 15 years ago.

$3,000. I sold my showroom condition 89 KX125 restoration for a little less than that about 15 years ago.