Wanted: Supermoto.

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 10:11 AM

I'm looking to find a supermoto in the 5000 $ range, 2006 or newer, reliable, not a drz400, street legal preferably, ideally a 450 or 510, a big plus is being near the Fort Worth TX area. I'm ready to drive up to 200 miles one way. Beyond that it would have to be a great deal.
Suggestions please.

I'm about to call this guy who's in my general area.
Supermoto Junkie

I'd actually prefer a Husqvarna 510, but all the ones I'm finding are too far and I'd prefer not to deal with that if I can avoid it.
The XR has always had a special place in my heart. This one seems to be in very good condition and I can go check it out easily if he has not sold it yet.
I'd like other options just in case the bike is not available anymore. I'll find out at lunch time today, I hope.

Thanks.

NorthernRR · 12-30-2008, 12:46 PM

Wanna work something out for mine? hahaha

Grattan isn't much more than 200 miles for you is it?

nhfirefighter13 · 12-30-2008, 02:15 PM

I'm sure they could get it to within less than 200 miles.

2007 APRILIA SXV550 SUPERMOTO - National Powersports Distributors - Pembroke, New Hampshire - 1-603-410-4120

TornadoB8 · 12-30-2008, 02:22 PM

KTM

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthernRR

Wanna work something out for mine? hahaha

Grattan isn't much more than 200 miles for you is it?

Your 450 is a sweet ride but not "exactly" what I'm looking for. Thanks for offering though.

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Originally Posted by nhfirefighter13

I'm sure they could get it to within less than 200 miles.

2007 APRILIA SXV550 SUPERMOTO - National Powersports Distributors - Pembroke, New Hampshire - 1-603-410-4120

As much as I like Aprilias, there's something about not only reliability, but also parts availability, that gives me some pause. But that's a bike I could consider going to pick up.

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Originally Posted by TornadoB8

KTM

There are many KTMs in this area, but very few supermoto ones. I still can't figure out why...

What do you guys think about the one I linked to in my first post? Seems like a good deal. I'm going to check it out tonight.

bwhip · 12-30-2008, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ONEvcs

...As much as I like Aprilias, there's something about not only reliability, but also parts availability, that gives me some pause. But that's a bike I could consider going to pick up.

What do you guys think about the one I linked to in my first post? Seems like a good deal. I'm going to check it out tonight.

You might want to cut and paste the info, as we can't access the link without logging in to that site.

You know I LOVE my fixed Aprilia!

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 04:49 PM

Sorry about that. I thought it was free for all there.
This is the short version of the post this guy is running. I talked to him and seem like an honest guy.

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I have finally decided to sell my 2007 HONDA XR650R SUPERMOTO. It needs a new home. I purchased it from the original owner. It has always been garage kept. It needs absolutely nothing. No leaks, smoke or issues of any kind period. It starts on the first or second kick every time. Engine Ice coolant additive, fresh oil and filter. I purchased this bike with approximately 2000 miles on it and I have only ridden it a total of around 1200 miles (3200 total). I sold the original 18/21 dirt wheel set up a few months ago because the Supermoto set up was so much fun. NEVER DROPPED / NEVER RACED!

This thing will quickly pull to over 100 mph on the highway and it still gets 50 mpg’s!!!
This is the bike that wins the Baja 1000 every year! It is the King of the open class.

Hate to see her go, but we just had another little girl last week and I have a few unexpected bills to take care of to get back on top of things again.

After market parts & Upgrades:
New, 17” (Black) Excell rims with (Gold) Talon hubs, (PERFECT)
150 rear tire at about 75%
Braking 320mm front rotor with Braking caliper relocator
Braided front brake line
Braking wave rear rotor
Al Baker’s XR’s only Full race system
Fully uncorked & derestricted
Resprung & revalved Front and rear suspension (Racetech Gold) Setup for 210lb rider
Baja Designs wiring harness/high/low lighting kit, horn and rewound stator.
Piaa Hyper White H4 headlight bulb
LED 1157 tail/brake light bulb
(2 banks of 6) flashing LED brake lights
Oversized IMS foot pegs
Pro Taper bars and pad
B/N (black) Acerbis Supermoto hand guards
15/44 gearing and o-ring chain
XR’s Only Jet kit and oversized air screw

EXTRA’S:
Acerbis dual headlight set up, (2) sets of blinkers, original front fork and rear springs, original pegs, original white side panels, brand new Al Baker’s XR’s Only air box upgrade screen kit (never installed), OEM hand guards, cables, bulbs, levers and chain guides, a brand new steel 42 tooth rear sprocket (uninstalled), extra 15 tooth front sprocket, Original Honda Owner’s manual. I HAVE A CLEAR TEXAS TITLE in hand, Current (Texas) inspection and tags!

I would consider helping arrange shipping at your expense from Dallas Ft. Worth area, Roanoke, Texas 76262.

Asking $6450.00 O.B.R.O.

Jumping a bunch of posts forward.

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I just added a brand new D.I.D. Gold X-Ring chain and new sprockets! (less than 50 miles on them. I need to sell her soon. Headed to F.L.E.T.C. (Federal Law Enforcement Traing Center) in GA. in Feb. I will be there for four months. Wife says its gotta go before that...$5200.00 O.B.O.
CLEAN TEXAS TITLE IN HAND!!! D.F.W. area! Jeff (940)-453-1683

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 04:50 PM

This is one of a few pics he's posted.

ND4SPD · 12-30-2008, 05:09 PM

I've got a buddy with two KTM supermotos. Both have had a slew of problems, the latest being blown engines. He rides them, but doesn't beat on them. Food for thought.

maxib · 12-30-2008, 05:38 PM

Not that I know much about that type of bike Onevcs, but from what you posted, if you have the cash jump on it. Offer $5100 cash money

to account for pick up/delivery on your part. When wifey says it has to go, you are golden! Good luck!

bwhip · 12-30-2008, 06:00 PM

I think evl_twn is your best resource for guidance on that one.

Jetbdude · 12-30-2008, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nhfirefighter13

I'm sure they could get it to within less than 200 miles.

2007 APRILIA SXV550 SUPERMOTO - National Powersports Distributors - Pembroke, New Hampshire - 1-603-410-4120

Is it me or this is a great deal?

Shenders1 · 12-30-2008, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ONEvcs

I'm looking to find a supermoto in the 5000 $ range, 2006 or newer, reliable, not a drz400, street legal preferably, ideally a 450 or 510.....

I'd actually prefer a Husqvarna 510....

I've heard some really good things about the Husky - That Sam Fleming guy from RRW bought one and spent a couple of pages singing its praises. Can't go wrong with a KTM either, though.

If you don't find anything immediately, be patient - I've seen KTM's for sale all over the US on eBay, bound to be a few in your area. The Husky seems much rarer, I've seen a few for sale in Chicago, and a few on the east cost. Personally, I'd go for the bike you really want and get it shipped if necessary...

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Originally Posted by Jetbdude

Is it me or this is a great deal?

That's either a crazy good deal or a typo. That would be a great price for a well-used 450 from a private party.

slickwill · 12-30-2008, 10:04 PM

I read thousands of posts on SuMo's before I bought mine. General consensus was that "reliable" didn't really fit with any of the Husky or KTM sumo's. They are a little more "hopped up." For light and powerful KTM or Husky. For reliable XRR or DRZ. There are SO many parts available for the XRR that it's almost silly. The desert racing crowd really has them figured out. I don't regret my choice of the XRR one bit even though I haven't been able to ride it in SuMo trim.

bwhip · 12-30-2008, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jetbdude

Is it me or this is a great deal?

A good deal, perhaps, but only if they'll warranty it for the engine sealer issue, in case it has the notorious problem water getting into the oil. The new ones don't have this problem, but most of the earlier ones did.

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 10:52 PM

Thanks for all your inputs.
I went to see the guy to his house, about 30 miles from my house. He's a cop.
The bike looks great, sounds like a philharmonic orchestra, and pulls like a locomotive. To make a long story short, I bought the bike.
I really wanted the 510 Husqy but I do believe I'll be very happy with this XR.
Thanks to all for your inputs.
I'll post some of his pics in a few minutes.

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 11:02 PM

Here are the pics.

bwhip · 12-30-2008, 11:02 PM

Congrats! Gonna be lots of fun at Grattan!

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 11:03 PM

Some more.

ONEvcs · 12-30-2008, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by bwhip

Congrats! Gonna be lots of fun at Grattan!

Thanks, man. It's going to be a great commuter bike and I bet it runs much better on the grass and gravel than the CBR.

nhfirefighter13 · 12-31-2008, 07:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jetbdude

Is it me or this is a great deal?

Sounds like it to me...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shenders1

That's either a crazy good deal or a typo. That would be a great price for a well-used 450 from a private party.

Not a typo. They've had it in the shop for a little while I think and are usually pretty good with SuMo pricing.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwhip

A good deal, perhaps, but only if they'll warranty it for the engine sealer issue, in case it has the notorious problem water getting into the oil. The new ones don't have this problem, but most of the earlier ones did.

No idea.

ND4SPD · 12-31-2008, 07:37 AM

Congrats ONE! Looks like a great bike.

TCD · 12-31-2008, 08:08 AM

What's the fill cap for up by the triple tree? I've never seen that before.

Shenders1 · 12-31-2008, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ONEvcs

Some more.

That's good-looking ride. Those wheels are amazing.

ONEvcs · 12-31-2008, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by TCD

What's the fill cap for up by the triple tree? I've never seen that before.

That's the oil filler I believe. It goes in the frame. Someone can correct me if I'm wrong.

ONEvcs · 12-31-2008, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bwhip

A good deal, perhaps, but only if they'll warranty it for the engine sealer issue, in case it has the notorious problem water getting into the oil. The new ones don't have this problem, but most of the earlier ones did.

Aprilias are beautiful bikes and they provide amazing performance, but... And that is a whole bunch of big "buts" you can put at the end of that sentence.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ND4SPD

Congrats ONE! Looks like a great bike.

Thanks, dude.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shenders1

That's good-looking ride. Those wheels are amazing.

Those wheels and your old lap timer, and I'm set for Gratan, this year.

Thanks all y'all.

nhfirefighter13 · 12-31-2008, 09:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ONEvcs

Those wheels and your old lap timer, and I'm set for Gratan, this year.

Thanks all y'all.

Soooo......You're putting knobbies on it for Grattan?

TornadoB8 · 12-31-2008, 09:51 AM

I think you got a good deal. Can't wait to try it out a Grattan.

bwhip · 12-31-2008, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nhfirefighter13

Soooo......You're putting knobbies on it for Grattan?

evl_twn · 12-31-2008, 10:18 AM

Congrats on the bike!

I'm sensing an XR650R motard challenge brewing for Grattan 2009...

12-30-2008, 10:11 AM	#1
ONEvcs "Si vis pacem parabellum" Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Ft. Worth Age: 40 Bike(s): '05CBR1000RR. '07SXV5.5 Posts: 3,528 Images: 99	Supermoto. I'm looking to find a supermoto in the 5000 $ range, 2006 or newer, reliable, not a drz400, street legal preferably, ideally a 450 or 510, a big plus is being near the Fort Worth TX area. I'm ready to drive up to 200 miles one way. Beyond that it would have to be a great deal. Suggestions please. I'm about to call this guy who's in my general area. Supermoto Junkie I'd actually prefer a Husqvarna 510, but all the ones I'm finding are too far and I'd prefer not to deal with that if I can avoid it. The XR has always had a special place in my heart. This one seems to be in very good condition and I can go check it out easily if he has not sold it yet. I'd like other options just in case the bike is not available anymore. I'll find out at lunch time today, I hope. Thanks. __________________ "Everyone is replaceable, but you can't replace everyone at once." Heavy-Dee

12-30-2008, 12:46 PM	#2
NorthernRR Join Date: 12-18-2006 Age: 29 Bike(s): 1KRR, VFR, CRF450R, EX500 Posts: 1,983	Wanna work something out for mine? hahaha Grattan isn't much more than 200 miles for you is it? __________________ See you at GRATTAN

12-30-2008, 02:15 PM	#3
nhfirefighter13 Take THAT stupid snow! Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Concord, NH Age: 33 Bike(s): The Mighty Nissan! Posts: 3,755 Images: 58	I'm sure they could get it to within less than 200 miles. 2007 APRILIA SXV550 SUPERMOTO - National Powersports Distributors - Pembroke, New Hampshire - 1-603-410-4120 __________________ http://www.kezerphotography.com "Ok, so what is the speed of dark?"

12-30-2008, 02:22 PM	#4
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12-30-2008, 04:50 PM	#8
ONEvcs "Si vis pacem parabellum" Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Ft. Worth Age: 40 Bike(s): '05CBR1000RR. '07SXV5.5 Posts: 3,528 Images: 99	This is one of a few pics he's posted. Attached Thumbnails __________________ "Everyone is replaceable, but you can't replace everyone at once." Heavy-Dee

12-30-2008, 05:09 PM	#9
ND4SPD Join Date: 12-12-2006 Location: Central SC Bike(s): '99 F4 Posts: 9,637 Images: 28	I've got a buddy with two KTM supermotos. Both have had a slew of problems, the latest being blown engines. He rides them, but doesn't beat on them. Food for thought. __________________ "This is your life - are you who you want to be?" Learn all you need to know about Mac OS X The Motorcycle Addict's Magazine - MCADXmag

12-30-2008, 05:38 PM	#10
maxib Wake me up...save me from the nothing I've become Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: MN Age: 57 Bike(s): 02 CBR954RR 05 ST1300 Posts: 1,357	Not that I know much about that type of bike Onevcs, but from what you posted, if you have the cash jump on it. Offer $5100 cash money to account for pick up/delivery on your part. When wifey says it has to go, you are golden! Good luck!

12-30-2008, 06:00 PM	#11
bwhip Every ride a gift... Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Idaho, USA Bike(s): 1098S-SXV550-HMS-Ruckus Posts: 4,771	I think evl_twn is your best resource for guidance on that one. __________________ My Gallery http://www.latebraker.com

12-30-2008, 10:04 PM	#14
slickwill 'lil buckaroo Join Date: 08-31-2007 Location: Idaho/Iowa Age: 30 Bike(s): 'tarded Posts: 3,568	I read thousands of posts on SuMo's before I bought mine. General consensus was that "reliable" didn't really fit with any of the Husky or KTM sumo's. They are a little more "hopped up." For light and powerful KTM or Husky. For reliable XRR or DRZ. There are SO many parts available for the XRR that it's almost silly. The desert racing crowd really has them figured out. I don't regret my choice of the XRR one bit even though I haven't been able to ride it in SuMo trim. __________________ If it has wheels, I've crashed it, and some things that don't skis, snowmobile, card board box, giant tube, sentra, dirtbike, lawn tractor, grandmas bread tray, kayak, canoe, raft, bicycle, waterskis, tobaggan, horse, ATV, Now my CBR (women)

12-30-2008, 10:52 PM	#16
ONEvcs "Si vis pacem parabellum" Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Ft. Worth Age: 40 Bike(s): '05CBR1000RR. '07SXV5.5 Posts: 3,528 Images: 99	Thanks for all your inputs. I went to see the guy to his house, about 30 miles from my house. He's a cop. The bike looks great, sounds like a philharmonic orchestra, and pulls like a locomotive. To make a long story short, I bought the bike. I really wanted the 510 Husqy but I do believe I'll be very happy with this XR. Thanks to all for your inputs. I'll post some of his pics in a few minutes. __________________ "Everyone is replaceable, but you can't replace everyone at once." Heavy-Dee

12-30-2008, 11:02 PM	#17
ONEvcs "Si vis pacem parabellum" Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Ft. Worth Age: 40 Bike(s): '05CBR1000RR. '07SXV5.5 Posts: 3,528 Images: 99	Here are the pics. Attached Thumbnails __________________ "Everyone is replaceable, but you can't replace everyone at once." Heavy-Dee

12-30-2008, 11:03 PM	#19
ONEvcs "Si vis pacem parabellum" Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Ft. Worth Age: 40 Bike(s): '05CBR1000RR. '07SXV5.5 Posts: 3,528 Images: 99	Some more. Attached Thumbnails __________________ "Everyone is replaceable, but you can't replace everyone at once." Heavy-Dee

12-31-2008, 07:37 AM	#22
ND4SPD Join Date: 12-12-2006 Location: Central SC Bike(s): '99 F4 Posts: 9,637 Images: 28	Congrats ONE! Looks like a great bike. __________________ "This is your life - are you who you want to be?" Learn all you need to know about Mac OS X The Motorcycle Addict's Magazine - MCADXmag

12-31-2008, 08:08 AM	#23
TCD Join Date: 12-18-2006 Bike(s): '06 CBR600RR, '06 CRF250X Posts: 212	What's the fill cap for up by the triple tree? I've never seen that before.

12-31-2008, 09:51 AM	#28
TornadoB8 Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: KC Bike(s): 2005 600RR Posts: 1,270	I think you got a good deal. Can't wait to try it out a Grattan. __________________ CCS#27 CMRA#271 Dunlop, Vortex, Vesrah, Silkolene, PitBull

12-31-2008, 10:18 AM	#30
evl_twn CAN CRUSHER Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Central Illinois Age: 41 Bike(s): worm gear Posts: 2,020 Images: 6	Congrats on the bike! I'm sensing an XR650R motard challenge brewing for Grattan 2009... __________________ Seamus is awesome

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