How much can you haggle on a new bike?

[Cuchulain]

After a lot of deliberation (Over two months in fact) I think I've finally decided on my next bike. A Honda CBR250r, and I'm going to buy it from new.

I know most people on here will think I'm daft, but honestly knowing what I want from a bike I think it's pretty spot on for me. And I'm buying new because there are very few used examples around and they are still at least 75% of the new price.

Plus Honda are doing 0% finance at the moment so I can pay it off £100 a month rather than having to find the cash upfront.

Anyway, back to the point of the thread. I've never bought a new car/bike before but I've heard that you should always try to 'haggle'.

So has anyone got any tips on how to get a deal? What kind of things should I be asking for?

Any help much appreciated.
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[petechett]

Hi
I'm not sure how much a CBR250 is but after he tells you how much it is just say would you take x amount. depending on how cheeky you feel. Just remember it's better to knock him down low enough that he doesn't say 'ok deal' on your first offer but not so low that it offends him. goodluck

[thepuma]

Well, a couple of week ago I was convinced I wanted a Brand New Honda CBR 125R, so I basically sent all the local dealers the same email telling them I was in the market for that bike and whichever dealer gave me the best price would get my business

I got a call back from all 4 of my local(ish) dealers with prices.

The list price of the bike was £3400 and I managed to get them down to £2995. So going by that you're looking at about 11% discounted.

It's funny cos one would only knock £200 off max yet another was willing to take off £450.

I think it all depends on which dealer wants the business more, which salesman is needing one more sale to get his bonus etc etc.

I certainly wouldn't pay list price. Just get in touch with as many dealers as possible and haggle them against each other.
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YBR125 (SOLD) - CBR250R(SOLD) - CBR650F(SOLD) Current - Street Triple
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[chairmouse]

if your buyin from a reputable dealer he is not going to be offended if you do a bit o haggleing, the thing you have to rememver is that you are in the position of strength, especially in the currant financial climate, now is the best time to buy, and dont forget you get nothing if you dont ask
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[P.]

Any reason you want to buy a new bike which will become useless from January onwards?

A new Hornet 600 will provide you with the same size, and even after you are finished being restricted, will provide fun as well.

(if you aren't restricted, going for a new 250cc would be stupid...might as well grab an old CB250.)

[Cuchulain]

[P.]

[Cuchulain]

[Rogerborg]

[J.M.]

[Rogerborg]

Mmm. Bear in mind that I went the native 25kW route, and now believe that it was the wrong choice. The difference between (for example) a GPz305 (similar in size and performance to the CBR) and a GPZ500 is significant. The bigger bike is easier and much more satisfying to ride, even when you take performance out of the equation. It's also marginally lower than the 305, and the running costs are close enough that if you're bothered by them, you shouldn't be buying a new vehicle anyway.

The moment I got my feet up on 500 I quite literally ejaculated "DOH!" as I realised that TIME ON A TIDDLER IS REALLY WASTED.

Well, your call though. Back to your original question, what you absolutely don't want to do is to walk in having already decided that you're having the CBR. They can smell that, you'll walk out having paid full whack plus a service plan and the invisible rust inhibitor package.

Go in and ask why you should get an underpowered overpriced trinket with suspect parts support (and a truly hideous exhaust) that'll depreciate like a stone, rather than an SV650S with a free restrictor for (e.g.) £500 more. That's not a complete fantasy figure: unlike Honda, Suzuki's sales are in the toilet at the moment, they'll be gagging for the business and will discount heavily the moment you take a step towards the door.

Bring reasons why you shouldn't get it, scoff at the badge, keep hammering on the "bike for the money" equation, and be prepared to walk out without buying. You can always change your mind later and come back, they're not going to sell out overnight.

Let them persuade you on price and price alone. Or maybe convince yourself that it's not worth what they're asking...
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[Timbo Foggins]

[Ayrton]

[Alex_B]

Don't do this OP.

In 6 months you will want shot of it I reckon.

Just get a bigger bike, you do not have to buy a brand new Hornet either.
Very very nice 2nd hand examples all over the place and cheaper than a new CBR as well.

Shop around a little bit more.
Think what that money could buy you, DRZ <<< Just pure fun imo.

If you're that determined nothing will stop you and it's your choice and no one here will laugh BUT they will try to steer you in the right direction, most have already been in your position and have learnt the hard way.

Just sayin
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[Rogerborg]

[thepuma]

[cdlxxvi]

[Rogerborg]

[recman]

I got £250 off my new bike instantly, simply by saying I'd seen it being sold cheaper by another dealer.
Then I started haggling.

[Cuchulain]

Didn't realise the SV650 was so cheap actually...

You've definitely persuaded me to go and at least have a look at one.
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[sidewinder]

i would go the sv route.Think about it now restricted to 33bhp for 2yrs.Then restrictors removed and instant power upgrade.
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[Rogerborg]

I'm not necessarily recommending an SV650, but I'm not joking about the price. Suzuki's dealers averaged less than 1 new bike each per week in July. If you can get out of the showroom without being offered a hefty discount on the list price, a free restrictor, and a "service plan" from Mrs Salesweasel, I'll be astonished.
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Biking is 1/20th as dangerous as horse riding.
GONE: HN125-8, LF-250B, GPz 305, GPZ 500S, Burgman 400 // RIDING: F650GS (800 twin), Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 500 AVL, Ninja 250R because racebike

[dungbug]

Another vote for the SV to be honest, once the restrictors come off you'll gain the extra power and won't need to change the bike to get it.

However if the 250R is the way forward for you then find all the Honda dealers around you and see which one will give you the best deal, do Honda offer free servicing on new bikes for a set period? I know Kawasaki have a similar deal running at the moment, might be worth looking at and asking for a similar deal (just lie & say you're looking at a 250 Kwak because you get free servicing).
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Suzuki GN125 (Sold) ~ Current bike: Yamaha YZF 600R Thundercat

[cdlxxvi]

[Polarbear]