[1madhonda]

All, I'm new here. I have a 2001 TW200. I now have an opportunity to buy this 2008. It's in perfect condition.



Is this a good price? If not, what's a good negotiating point and what's the MOST I should pay?



1madhonda

 

[qwerty]

I paid $1800 for a 2003 with 712 miles in 2007. Draw your own conclusions.

 

[RodneyReed]

I'm assuming you're talking about owning 2 TW's?



I certainly wouldn't "upgrade" from a 2001 to a 2008, unless yours is in extremely bad condition. They are the exact same bike, except for paint/stickers, and if you've got my luck, the 2008 will have the infamous 2005-2008 leaking base gasket problem.



If you're wanting to add a TW to your stable, my rule of thumb is to get a brand new one if you're within $1000 of the price of a new one. In my area, I can get a new one out the door for $3700. Of course, I would probably make an exception if I was absolutely sure, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that the 2008 was "perfect". As qwerty implied, there are better deals out there if you're willing to spend some time looking.

 

[shocker]

That's the thought process. The new models seem to have a slight increase in price every year, although the TW shows little change over the years. Few motorcycles have that kind of a run over 24 years. There are some, but not many. The area you live seems to have an impact on price, but the TW is a solid bike and always a low cost runner. How many miles on the model you already own?

 

[1madhonda]

That's the thought process. The new models seem to have a slight increase in price every year, although the TW shows little change over the years. Few motorcycles have that kind of a run over 24 years. There are some, but not many. The area you live seems to have an impact on price, but the TW is a solid bike and always a low cost runner. How many miles on the model you already own?

I have 1300 miles on my 2001. Not much, I know. I am looking for a second one for my son so we can ride together.