hi guys
im new to the scene and im looking a buying a 1998 beta 250 for $2,500
is this the going rate for a bike in good condition and what to look out for on a bike like this, ive never owned a trials bike before only MX bikes
thanks for your help!
help with buying first bike
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Re: help with buying first bike
Hey sam,
That price is about right for a Beta of that year.. You will probably find them ranging from $2500 - $3000... The problem is there's not a lot of bikes around those years that pop up for sale, well trials bikes in general!
There's generally not a lot of things you have to look out for in particular, most trials bikes are pretty good that way.... It's hard to check when you first ride it on inspection, but I find that you need to check out the suspension on some older bikes.. Sometimes due to the nature of the sport the suspension can struggle a bit and bottom out after many years of being pounded, so check that out..
Nic
That price is about right for a Beta of that year.. You will probably find them ranging from $2500 - $3000... The problem is there's not a lot of bikes around those years that pop up for sale, well trials bikes in general!
There's generally not a lot of things you have to look out for in particular, most trials bikes are pretty good that way.... It's hard to check when you first ride it on inspection, but I find that you need to check out the suspension on some older bikes.. Sometimes due to the nature of the sport the suspension can struggle a bit and bottom out after many years of being pounded, so check that out..
Nic
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Re: help with buying first bike
BETA REV3 200cc
Fitted with blue plastics this bike is in excellent condition.
The bike was traded in on a Beta REV4T four stroke. The bike has spent its life in C grade and Clubperson only. It is an excellent example of these sweet smooth and forgiving bike. The bike is fully serviced with new piston, rings and small end bearing fitted. A great beginners bike.
$3200
Fitted with blue plastics this bike is in excellent condition.
The bike was traded in on a Beta REV4T four stroke. The bike has spent its life in C grade and Clubperson only. It is an excellent example of these sweet smooth and forgiving bike. The bike is fully serviced with new piston, rings and small end bearing fitted. A great beginners bike.
$3200