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Originally Posted by RamonAllones
I have contemplated purchasing a BMW GS 650 for a long time now and have been saving my pennies. I have raised enough money for a used GS but have come to realize that it will take me a long time until I have enough saved for my trip to Mexico. Therefore, instead of spending 4,000-5,000 on the bike I was hoping to spend around 1,000-1,500. Please help me find a bike for around a thousand bucks.
Needs:
-I will not go offroad but plan to travel on poor dirt roads.
-It needs to be reliable and easy to fix (I am a poor mechanic).
-able to carry me and all my junk 250Lbs + 75 Lbs equipment
wants:
-Hopefully a large gas tank for 450+ miles w/out refueling.
Can it be done? Thanks for the help!!
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Yes, it can be done. Look for an older Suzuki DR200 to 650 or Honda XL650, possibaly a Kawasaki KLR/KLX 250 or 650. Used, not abused 5-10 yrs old these bikes can be found in the 1,000-1500 range with low milage.
Being mechanically limited I would say go for the air cooled DR or XL. Even a mower shop should be able to work on one if you can find parts.
You won't get your 450 miles between gas stops, but, aftermarket tanks ($200-400 NEW) will get you close to 300.
If nothing else, E-Bay usually has several of these bikes going for around $1000.
FWIW, my best friend just bought a mid 80's Kawasaki 454 LTD for $500. It needs a brake lever and master cylinder. Most people don't ride a bike nearly enough for even a 20yr old bike to be close to being worn out.
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