dirtydog 0 Posted July 22, 2011 as some of you will know im looking for a road legal 125 crosser/enduro/trail bike thats also suitable for a spot green laneing im thinking of something like these 2 whats your opinion please Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted July 22, 2011 ou them id say dt!you looked into like an rm125 road legal now that would shift i used to race them also looks into the husqvarna bikes. cracking machines had a 410 one last year, was scary as fook, but the 125 2 stroke are crackers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted July 22, 2011 or kmx 125 i know one for sale for £600 i believe near me but its in kent Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted July 22, 2011 @Chadatious wrote:ou them id say dt!you looked into like an rm125 road legal now that would shift i used to race them also looks into the husqvarna bikes. cracking machines had a 410 one last year, was scary as fook, but the 125 2 stroke are crackers@Chadatious wrote:or kmx 125 i know one for sale for £600 i believe near me but its in kentim leaning towards a DT if im honest husqvarna bikes are outa my price range ive got £600/£700 to spend so maybe you should get me some details on that kmx lets see if its worth it lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted July 22, 2011 ill ask lew.or if not theres a dt125 51 plate with loads extras for £500 ono. but if i can afford it i may be getting it s0rry but if i dont ill send ya the link only thing is needs the £50 wire loom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
day101 0 Posted July 22, 2011 @Stue11 wrote:Dt for sure Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted July 23, 2011 got my bid in on a 1988 dt which ends in about 2 days so fingers crossed i will be sorted cos im sick of being off the road lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bfg 0 Posted July 23, 2011 Had a Suzuki TS125 X for about 3 year...unrestricted European import.Went everywhere I asked it too. Raced in some trail bike enduro's too.Of those two above go for the DT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweban 0 Posted July 23, 2011 @day101 wrote:@Stue11 wrote:Dt for sure Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sweban 0 Posted July 23, 2011 @Chadatious wrote:ou them id say dt!you looked into like an rm125 road legal now that would shift i used to race them also looks into the husqvarna bikes. cracking machines had a 410 one last year, was scary as fook, but the 125 2 stroke are crackersThe only bad with them are that they are made in italy now not in sweden Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firehawk 0 Posted July 23, 2011 @bfg wrote:Had a Suzuki TS125 X for about 3 year...unrestricted European import.Went everywhere I asked it too. Raced in some trail bike enduro's too.Of those two above go for the DT are there many free and legal places to go off-roading over here mate? I'm tempted to get and on/off-road bike and take it somewhere but no point if there's not many places to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted July 23, 2011 @bfg wrote:Had a Suzuki TS125 X for about 3 year...unrestricted European import.Went everywhere I asked it too. Raced in some trail bike enduro's too.Of those two above go for the DT now then i hadn't given a ts a thought but its defiantly on the list now as more than 1 person has suggested it to me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted July 25, 2011 i viewed that dt today. he said he would take £400. but im not having it. clean bike but the vin plate had be scratched off, and no log book only a green slip. so i wonder if it was stolen. didnt want to risk it etc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrsstue11 0 Posted July 25, 2011 @Chadatious wrote:i viewed that dt today. he said he would take £400. but im not having it. clean bike but the vin plate had be scratched off, and no log book only a green slip. so i wonder if it was stolen. didnt want to risk it etcStay clear Chad better to be safe than sorry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted July 25, 2011 no, he seemed genuine, but tbh i wouldnt touch the bike with a barge pole. funny thing is he didnt mention it till i asked. also under fork covers he said forks are fine, had a look and were p*ssing out fluid! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nickerbelly 0 Posted July 25, 2011 I would be inclined to go KMX mate, I had one as my learner bike back in 198* (sorry, date to protect my dignity ) very comfy to ride, easy to de-restrict (no silly power valves etc!) and plenty of go too, used to go everywhere on mine, including lots of green laning Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stue11 0 Posted July 25, 2011 @Chadatious wrote:no, he seemed genuine, but tbh i wouldnt touch the bike with a barge pole. funny thing is he didnt mention it till i asked. also under fork covers he said forks are fine, had a look and were p*ssing out fluid! If somebody lies to me on arrival i tell em straight and go back home livid if you had a bad feeling then dont bother youll find something else Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted July 25, 2011 @Stue11 wrote:@Chadatious wrote:no, he seemed genuine, but tbh i wouldnt touch the bike with a barge pole. funny thing is he didnt mention it till i asked. also under fork covers he said forks are fine, had a look and were p*ssing out fluid! If somebody lies to me on arrival i tell em straight and go back home livid if you had a bad feeling then dont bother youll find something else Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BanditMike 0 Posted July 26, 2011 Sounds like you did the best thing. As said previous, there's plenty out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted July 26, 2011 @Stue11 wrote:@Chadatious wrote:no, he seemed genuine, but tbh i wouldnt touch the bike with a barge pole. funny thing is he didnt mention it till i asked. also under fork covers he said forks are fine, had a look and were p*ssing out fluid! If somebody lies to me on arrival i tell em straight and go back home livid if you had a bad feeling then dont bother youll find something else found a 1992 zzr250, 30k miles, extremely clean, comes eith years t&t, had new chain and sprox, brakes, tres etc. £475 ono!only thing is cant find insurance below 400 3rd party only. didnt wana pay more than say 250 for the insurance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
day101 0 Posted July 26, 2011 @Stue11 wrote:@Chadatious wrote:no, he seemed genuine, but tbh i wouldnt touch the bike with a barge pole. funny thing is he didnt mention it till i asked. also under fork covers he said forks are fine, had a look and were p*ssing out fluid! If somebody lies to me on arrival i tell em straight and go back home livid if you had a bad feeling then dont bother youll find something else same about the first gsxr i saw bad feeling walked away from it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted August 3, 2011 won this beaut on flea bay just what the doctor ordered i cant get to collect till friday night due to work commitments but i will let you all know whats what http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110721894309 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stue11 0 Posted August 3, 2011 Excellent and all ready to go too with a few extras chucked in Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dick65 0 Posted August 3, 2011 nice one all ready to roll Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted August 3, 2011 I will be honest im buzzin about it, after having some sh1t luck with the ns and being off the road for so long i cant wait lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stue11 0 Posted August 3, 2011 @dirtydog wrote:I will be honest im buzzin about it, after having some sh1t luck with the ns and being off the road for so long i cant wait lol Dont forget more pics when you get her and keep us informed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadatious 0 Posted August 3, 2011 nice one!i picked up a hack today.Cbr125 2007, 7200 miles. runs as sweet as a nut.needs all panels, except mudguard and tank, and a new back tyre to get it up and working properly again. for a nice price of £395 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted August 3, 2011 @Stue11 wrote:@dirtydog wrote:I will be honest im buzzin about it, after having some sh1t luck with the ns and being off the road for so long i cant wait lol Dont forget more pics when you get her and keep us informed on my back wheel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stue11 0 Posted August 3, 2011 @dirtydog wrote:@Stue11 wrote:@dirtydog wrote:I will be honest im buzzin about it, after having some sh1t luck with the ns and being off the road for so long i cant wait lol Dont forget more pics when you get her and keep us informed on my back wheel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted August 4, 2011 ive collected the DT and she is a pearler the sidney i bought it off was gutted to see her go my mate also convinced him to chuck in the security chin for free will get some pics up asap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stue11 0 Posted August 4, 2011 Excellent mate happy for ya Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BanditMike 0 Posted August 5, 2011 Congrats on the bike Nice to see some good luck got a change. Will wait to see the pics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydog 0 Posted August 5, 2011 just got back from a 2 or 3 hour ride with my matey really enjoyed it did a bit of on road/off road there are 1 or 2 litte things to sort out ie the speedo dosent work and the battery and or alternator needs looking at as the lights dont really work unless your chipping along at over 50mph other than that its all good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites