Streetfighter's/naked's: Real Vs Factory.

[Irezumi aka Reuben]

Does anyone know what the advantages are likely to be in term's of finances, if any, of getting a crash damaged sports 6 and fitting flat bars/headlight, over say buying a Hornet?

Looking at bikes from 2002 what can I expect to pay in terms of initial costs (assuming superficial damage only), modifications and importantly insurance. Has anyone found the fighter/ratting route to be any more beneficial?

My main concern is the cost, running either would be similar due to the way I ride, and I'd not really notice the difference in handling due to how I ride.

Any help appreciated.

[Kickstart]

Hi

While the crashed / repaired bike might be a bit cheaper to get, it will be bugger all in resale value in the future.

Also expect to find odd problems. Check the threads about the TT600 that Marjay bought to fix up.

All the best

Keith
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[Irezumi aka Reuben]

Re-sale value isnt an issue as I tend to run my bike's into the ground(covering lot's of mile's) and crash them a bit.

From what I can remember he had a duff engine and it lunched itself. Ensuring that a crash damaged bike is mechanically sound is a slight risk you take although obviously there is alot you can do to greatly reduce that risk and I am ok with that.

[joe black]

try and find nice hornet you won,t go far wrong with one .

[Kickstart]