bikes -where is the best place to buy ?
 

any thoughts /recommendations on where is a good place (north or south island?)to buy and sell a second hand bike .what is the availablity /prices for bikes like BMW R80G/S , F650GS ,HONDA XR650L.
what is agood time of the year to visit ,weather wise,
thanks

Jan-Feb-March best time to visit and ride.
www.silverbullet.co.nz private sale for second hand bikes.
or AFC motorcycles Palmerston North has a good selection of second hand road going trail bikes ph 0064 6 3578043
Need any other info email me

I have found that bike prices are usually cheaper for second hand in the South Island. Bike prices in NZ are cheaper than most countries due to low tax. There is a good paper called BSE down this way that always has a good selection. Plan on 1/3 of your time in the North and 2/3 down South. You are after the right kind of bike for this country as there are many wonderful track and backroads that are rewarding riding. I have an F650 and an XLV600 TransAlp (TransAlp is for sale, see bikes for sale or email me). Best time of the year? November to April. Around New Year would be the only time you would have to book accommadation or ferries. Free camping is common and back-packer places are cheap and often as good as hotels. Fuel is about US$0.50c per litre. Feel free to ask for more advice and to drop by for a coffee when you come.

Regards

Nigel & Kitty

--"Have you hugged your bike today?"--