That new car smell!

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That new car smell!

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Was going to the dealer to take a shot at a 2016 V-strom in trade towards my NC700. I had a deal going with the Honda dealership for a NOS 2014 NC manual. But, like when I bought my CTX, I wanted to give the "Other guys" a chance.
I didn't think I'd wind up with one of these:


2018 Kawasaki Versys 650!!!


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The same guy who sold me my CTX, who is now a sales manager, came out, walked me through some numbers and he beat Honda...AGAIN!!!

After my trade in I had to pay $4900. I know, someone could have gotten a better deal but I am happy and that's all that matters to me! The thing is, I didn't even think I could get the V-strom for the $$$ I was willing to throw down. The Versys was out of the question as it was MORE than the V-strom. Turns out, Kyle worked better numbers for the Versys and, arguably, I rode home on a better motorcycle!
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LOOKS GOOD ON YOU ! USE IT IN THE BEST OF HEALTH ...
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Nice
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It's good that you can flat foot that rascal [emoji106] Kool ride.....
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How old are you 16-17?
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Congrats, that bike fits you like glove! [emoji106]
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Nice looking Bike, good luck with it. Congrats
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Enjoy! Like Wally you sure look young but at my age most all do.
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wally w wrote:How old are you 16-17?

47 1/2 old man!!! :evil:
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DevilsFan wrote:
wally w wrote:How old are you 16-17?

47 1/2 old man!!! :evil:
Yep I was 47 in 87. Enjoy your ride!
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Congrats! Enjoy! [emoji106]
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Not really my thing but hey. I agree with J leno --I like a bikes I can see through.

That generally covers it pretty well I thought.

I must admit I like to see a bit of an oil leak and some alluminum and maybe some neat allen head screws N stuff, you know engineering bits rather than wipe clean. Looks like it got good anchors.

Not every one does --if it floats you boat enjoy it. Life is short especially if you ride motor bikes.
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Fred wrote:Not really my thing but hey. I agree with J leno --I like a bikes I can see through.

That generally covers it pretty well I thought.

I must admit I like to see a bit of an oil leak and some alluminum and maybe some neat allen head screws N stuff, you know engineering bits rather than wipe clean. Looks like it got good anchors.

Not every one does --if it floats you boat enjoy it. Life is short especially if you ride motor bikes.
One must ride with joie de vi-vre.
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