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Post by mentalist on May 9, 2013 5:50:18 GMT 1
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Post by jollyjoiner on May 9, 2013 7:20:06 GMT 1
YES
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Post by LC_BOTT on May 9, 2013 7:45:53 GMT 1
Your choice obviously (and a nice one at that I'd definately go have a look at it first, seen some of their bikes and 'original' isn't always what it says. looks like a Canadian? model if that matters much, as it's got those awful reflectors over the rear.
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Post by muttsnuts on May 9, 2013 9:01:29 GMT 1
saw the bike at the Stafford show, its was tidy, but not sure its worth that sort of money, have seen better for less, but they are hard to find.
I'd go and look at it and make your own mind up, what is in good condition to one person is just average to another.
I'd also research your models/specs and country of origin as there are alot of imports and they are worth less like most imports
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Post by mentalist on May 9, 2013 9:08:13 GMT 1
Thanks for the advise lads, I'll have a ride over and take a good look at it. Make my mind up then.
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Post by muttsnuts on May 9, 2013 10:18:16 GMT 1
be sure to check the rear shocker and its mountings/bushes etc, I've got one in at the moment where its collapsed due to bad/poor maintanence and the bike looks in very good condition on the surface, its taken his belly pan out as well and so far I've not been able to find one for him, so worth checking
also, engine rebuilds are very expensive so I'd be checking/looking for any evidence of receipts for any engine work etc, how many miles etc, they are prone to the rear carbs going off song as well and one is prone to leaking for some odd reason, so be sure to check for things like that.
The bike should start first/second kick on all 4 cylinder, its normal for them to smoke like hell when cold, so don't think its over oiling, its normal, when warm they clean up
HTH
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Post by steve h on May 9, 2013 10:22:36 GMT 1
No.
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Post by ducatidave on May 9, 2013 10:23:10 GMT 1
I would defnatly have a look If it turns out fine I would have the 500 In my opinion the very best colour 2 b honest tho Carnt think ov any1 on an rd forum say no : )
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Post by ducatidave on May 9, 2013 10:25:13 GMT 1
Oops sum1 has It is a lot ov cash has been said for wot could end up a money pit
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Post by sundaytimes on May 9, 2013 11:26:13 GMT 1
They are great bikes, I could just look at mine for hours, and there's nothing like the sound of those 4 pipes. I've had my RZV for over 2 years and all its needed so far is a new petrol tap and a master cylinder kit for the front brake.
Its great for making new mates as well, I've lost count of the number of bikers my age who come to talk to you about the old 2 stroke days! (70/80's).
But don't expect too much on the chassis/brakes side any more its a pretty dated design, but when the power comes in there's nothing like it!
Steve
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Post by Taylormade on May 9, 2013 13:35:40 GMT 1
They've dropped the price £1500 Was up for £8995 I love the RD 500 and its a better looking bike by far than the 500 Gamma, but I'm told for ride ability and power the gamma wins hands down and in standard form will see off a 500 LC.... Depends what you want from it Whatever you do good luck to ya..... If I had the money to buy it I probably would ;D
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Post by sundaytimes on May 9, 2013 14:04:09 GMT 1
When Practical Sportsbikes did a comparison they said the RD was the better road bike and the RG was the better track bike. Mainly because the RD has better low down power than the RG, which had more top end. Mind you Suzuki had the benefit of looking at the RD and then just making it lighter and more powerful. Although I'm not sure how much power the standard RG had because the test bikes had blueprinted engines prepared for the Journalists apparently.
Steve
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Post by arrow on May 9, 2013 15:51:23 GMT 1
Two stroke every time, just my opinion.
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Post by Norbo on May 9, 2013 16:05:25 GMT 1
Thats a bloody good price for sutch a clean 500 and from a robing shop as well they normaly take the piss when it comes to 2 stokes so id say its worth a go and if it sounds as good as it looks go for it . and the best colour as well for the UK bikes just like the one i used to have.
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Post by mentalist on May 9, 2013 16:45:58 GMT 1
Well after reading all the mixed views i'm still undecided, I'm going to have a long hard think and look at both bikes. tough decision though, cant have both. I really fancy the 500 just because i've always wanted one and that looks so nice. I Also don't want a money pit either, even though i'd be saving a lot of money over the Duke. The plus for the Duke is that I want to get more milage out of a bike, without killing my back!! old age creeping in lol. And its more touring style. Saying that i'd lose more money on the Duke over the next few years than i would on the RD.
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Post by raven13 on May 9, 2013 17:07:49 GMT 1
how bout buy the 500 and use the money you save not buying the duke to buy a second hand hack
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Post by mentalist on May 9, 2013 17:13:47 GMT 1
how bout buy the 500 and use the money you save not buying the duke to buy a second hand hack I ain't got the room at the moment, already got three bikes in the garage, this will the forth. along with all the other shite i got lol. I Will be making some room when the cellar project is complete, but that will be a while yet, and i can't wait that long.
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Post by Yogi on May 9, 2013 17:37:54 GMT 1
:)have the rd,the Ktm will loose loads of value over the next few years,the rd will probably rise,just my opinion
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Post by muttsnuts on May 9, 2013 18:49:55 GMT 1
the RD500 is a better investment, its unlikely to lose money, wheras the DUKE is guarenteed to lose money
I'd buy the 500 if I had the money, if only becuase its a good investment and they are nice to ride and they are something different that's for sure
I reckon you might even get some money off if you pushed them on the price, especially if its a cash sale....
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Post by 337lma on May 9, 2013 18:54:40 GMT 1
The Ducati is probably the better of the two bikes and would probably be cheaper overall, if you ever need an engine rebuild on the RD
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Post by copper99 on May 9, 2013 20:04:45 GMT 1
The Ducati is probably the better of the two bikes and would probably be cheaper overall, if you ever need an engine rebuild on the RD Thats completely true and the logical decision...however we are on a RD forum so Yamaha will win everytime.. I say the RD too, they still look stunning.
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Post by bryan on May 9, 2013 20:42:29 GMT 1
The Ducati is probably the better of the two bikes and would probably be cheaper overall, if you ever need an engine rebuild on the RD Thats completely true and the logical decision...however we are on a RD forum so Yamaha will win everytime.. I say the RD too, they still look stunning. They finnaly dropped the price of it then! and logical isnt relevent to us
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Post by gringo on May 9, 2013 21:33:29 GMT 1
Rd 500 is a collectable bike but dukes are and always will be a sought after bike, myself I'd rather have a 350 rd over a500 , pay your money , take your choice , your unlikely to lose money on your choice
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Post by Taylormade on May 9, 2013 21:39:04 GMT 1
I love reading everyone's opinions ;D one things for sure if Yamaha ever re produced any of the RDs they would be a sell out!! Ok so here's one for you.... "If they did" would it ruin the appeal of our beloved 350s, 250s 500s, "whatever" you have in the garage?? I suppose if I think about it as much as it would be nice to see a new RD in a showroom they'd just become another R1 / CBR / GSXR etc and just become normal at bike meets rather than drawing a crowd.......
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Post by gringo on May 9, 2013 21:53:54 GMT 1
You would be right, whoever would want an RD to become a normal form of transport in the 2000's , lets face facts there an antisocial form of transport that pollute the planet, are noisy, makes for people to make complaints, but when alls said and done , all those who remember them, remember them with fondness, enthusiasts like yourself keep them on the road, never give in to other people's beliefs
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Post by ducatidave on May 9, 2013 23:24:32 GMT 1
Triumph bonny tryed that but I still only class the 1st bonnys 60s has bonnys if u get wer am goin Bringing rds back wouldn't work I don't think
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Post by mentalist on May 10, 2013 3:00:36 GMT 1
The new hypermotards are supposed to be the modern hooligan bike, apparently the new hyperSP is a wheelie machine that handles great too. Shame its not two stroke, be even better.
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Post by bare on May 10, 2013 4:49:42 GMT 1
Good Plan. Go for the 70 Horse mediocre chassis, certain to self destruct Oldster instead of the Ducati with it's decades of techo advantages/ prowess. Ride or pose is the heart of the question/decision. Much as we think the 500 was Gods Gift.. it was a Dog in the showrooms. No prize winner on the tracks either...except for 2 or 3 exceptionally well prepped Hero rider campaigned examples. NOT a 4 cyl TZ ..by any stretch of the imagination. Ergo the price . Customers back then bought FZ600's instead of the 500.. Side by each on the dealer floor, they were simply the better bike (spare me ). Fitted with the 'better' bits, Yamaha clearly knew where their future lay.
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2013 10:13:12 GMT 1
Good Plan. Go for the 70 Horse mediocre chassis, certain to self destruct Oldster instead of the Ducati with it's decades of techo advantages/ prowess. Ride or pose is the heart of the question/decision. Much as we think the 500 was Gods Gift.. it was a Dog in the showrooms. No prize winner on the tracks either...except for 2 or 3 exceptionally well prepped Hero rider campaigned examples. NOT a 4 cyl TZ ..by any stretch of the imagination. Ergo the price . Customers back then bought FZ600's instead of the 500.. Side by each on the dealer floor, they were simply the better bike (spare me ). Fitted with the 'better' bits, Yamaha clearly knew where their future lay. ??Better bits?? RD500 was 1984, FZ600 was 1986... And it still couldn't hold a candle to the RD, which by the way, was sold out before it landed in the UK, and is still in demand. Get the RD
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Post by mentalist on May 13, 2013 10:31:38 GMT 1
not long to go now, home at the end of the week, got a test ride already booked on the Duke and will also look at the RD.
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