nc_jeff
New Member
I’m interested in an FZ1 and live in northwest NC and have read much of the posts on this most excellent forum. I would be interested in any comments or observations about a new 2013 (dealer is asking $8421) versus a used 2009 with 10K miles (private seller is asking $8,000).
Here’s more info about the used 2009:
I have a little over 12k invested in this motorcycle. I hate to let it go but just don't ride much anymore now. This is no standard FZ1. If you have ridden a factory ride, this is nothing like it. Givi V35 bags and V46 trunk with clear lenses. Waited 3 months for the clears vs the red standard lenses. They also have the quick release mounting frames. Sargent driver and passenger seats installed. Ride for hours, not 1 hour. Copperdawg moded flies, moded air box, high flow filter, full Yoshi exhaust and custom map on power commander 5. Touring tinted shield and lower cowl installed. Frame sliders installed for an extra foot rest on long trips and "incase of need." Cell phone mount and GPS mount installed on yamaha's "bent bar" instead of the factory straight bar with ISO hand grips. I have all factory parts to go with the sell. Newer Pilot Road 3's installed last year. From one hour to week long trips this bike does it all and in a rider friendly upright position. Included will be a XL & Med Flat black HJC Sky helmet with 1 1/2 Chatter boxes. XL summer mesh and Med Rider jackets. Older owner. Garage kept. $8,000.00. It is regularly serviced at the dealership.
Here’s more info about the used 2009:
I have a little over 12k invested in this motorcycle. I hate to let it go but just don't ride much anymore now. This is no standard FZ1. If you have ridden a factory ride, this is nothing like it. Givi V35 bags and V46 trunk with clear lenses. Waited 3 months for the clears vs the red standard lenses. They also have the quick release mounting frames. Sargent driver and passenger seats installed. Ride for hours, not 1 hour. Copperdawg moded flies, moded air box, high flow filter, full Yoshi exhaust and custom map on power commander 5. Touring tinted shield and lower cowl installed. Frame sliders installed for an extra foot rest on long trips and "incase of need." Cell phone mount and GPS mount installed on yamaha's "bent bar" instead of the factory straight bar with ISO hand grips. I have all factory parts to go with the sell. Newer Pilot Road 3's installed last year. From one hour to week long trips this bike does it all and in a rider friendly upright position. Included will be a XL & Med Flat black HJC Sky helmet with 1 1/2 Chatter boxes. XL summer mesh and Med Rider jackets. Older owner. Garage kept. $8,000.00. It is regularly serviced at the dealership.