so I think I've come to the conclusion that I may be departing with one of my children...
I am taking school more and more seriously and just switching my major next semester and cutting down alottttttt of luxuries I dont need...
Im going to do everything I can to keep my 1098 (altho she protects the garage) and probably be putting the 999 up... she needs a little work but will be cheap.
I thought I'd let you know... :(
How Cheap [evil]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on October 23, 2008, 10:34:15 PM
so I think I've come to the conclusion that I may be departing with one of my children...
I am taking school more and more seriously and just switching my major next semester and cutting down alottttttt of luxuries I dont need...
Im going to do everything I can to keep my 1098 (altho she protects the garage) and probably be putting the 999 up... she needs a little work but will be cheap.
I thought I'd let you know... :(
I second that.....how cheap? ;)
Quote from: JamesMcCain on October 23, 2008, 10:34:15 PM
so I think I've come to the conclusion that I may be departing with one of my children...
I am taking school more and more seriously and just switching my major next semester and cutting down alottttttt of luxuries I dont need...
Im going to do everything I can to keep my 1098 (altho she protects the garage) and probably be putting the 999 up... she needs a little work but will be cheap.
I thought I'd let you know... :(
999 cheap? Got checkbook? Yep. Do I smell a track bike coming on? JM if you're not on THC pm me w/price okie?
what kind of work does she need?
lol, you guys were all over this... geez, didn't even bother caring how I feel...
I feel loved...
and Im looking around 3500...
Quote from: JamesMcCain on October 24, 2008, 05:30:27 PM
lol, you guys were all over this... geez, didn't even bother caring how I feel...
I feel loved...
and Im looking around 3500...
I love you man! [evil]
ok, what kind of work does she need?
Oh, I also need an Iphone.
Quote from: muskrat on October 24, 2008, 06:26:34 PM
I love you man! [evil]
ok, what kind of work does she need?
Oh, I also need an Iphone.
Now Dax, I think you're in the wrong thread, I thought you were looking for a starter bike for the gf!! ie...Monster. [thumbsup] ;) ;D
Hey there James - long time no hear. Sounds like you're staying busy :o Thought Brian had pissed you off or something [evil] [laugh] ( j/k Brian ;D ).
If I may contribute my .02 on behalf of your 999 (think I've probably seen it at least half a dozen times over the years):
First off, $3,500 for this bike is fair. James bought it used in less than... how shall I say, stellar condition. There may be one or two mechanical issues, but none that I remember being show-stoppers. Most of what this bike needs is cosmetics... like Sharkskins, for example [evil] It's prolly due for an eleventy-billion dollar routine maintenance - which would also explain the price... James?
If I weren't in financial lock-down mode, I'd buy this bike in a second, put some track plastics on it (and a bad-ass Ducati XEROX sticker kit [laugh] ) and then thrash the thing without mercy at every track day on the calendar.
Someone buy this bike!
what's up with the oil leak?
Quote from: RED on October 25, 2008, 02:55:19 AM
Now Dax, I think you're in the wrong thread, I thought you were looking for a starter bike for the gf!! ie...Monster. [thumbsup] ;) ;D
ah ehm..........yes but I can still spoil myself again and again and again and again. [cheeky]
DAMN!!! Anyone want to buy an 05 S2R! I really needs me a 999! ;D
Quote from: Cher on October 25, 2008, 04:44:50 AM
Hey there James - long time no hear. Sounds like you're staying busy :o Thought Brian had pissed you off or something [evil] [laugh] ( j/k Brian ;D ).
If I may contribute my .02 on behalf of your 999 (think I've probably seen it at least half a dozen times over the years):
First off, $3,500 for this bike is fair. James bought it used in less than... how shall I say, stellar condition. There may be one or two mechanical issues, but none that I remember being show-stoppers. Most of what this bike needs is cosmetics... like Sharkskins, for example [evil] It's prolly due for an eleventy-billion dollar routine maintenance - which would also explain the price... James?
If I weren't in financial lock-down mode, I'd buy this bike in a second, put some track plastics on it (and a bad-ass Ducati XEROX sticker kit [laugh] ) and then thrash the thing without mercy at every track day on the calendar.
That is exactly my thinking straight up. I am really trying hard to fight it but I don't think I can much longer in holding off buying a track bike. I'll be talking to the bank on Monday! So, I don't think JM will have to wait long to sell it. Although there are other bikes out there on ebay and the forum that are quasi-track ready I'd much rather buy one from one of us. I really literally can't wait much longer...yep there they go again...those uncontrolable urges.
Someone buy this bike!
"That is exactly my thinking straight up. I am really trying hard to fight it but I don't think I can much longer in holding off buying a track bike. I'll be talking to the bank on Monday! So, I don't think JM will have to wait long to sell it. Although there are other bikes out there on ebay and the forum that are quasi-track ready I'd much rather buy one from one of us. I really literally can't wait much longer...yep there they go again...those uncontrolable urges." - RED
Yeah, now listen, if you wanna put some stickers on your track bodywork, I'm your girl [cheeky] Seriously, that was a fun project so...
Hey Guys, thanks so much for the interest in the bike and wanting to "help" me out... hahaha
well like lisa said most of that is correct, along what pipeliner said, it does have a small oil leak and haven't had time to check it out (it really isn't that big of a leak, and may just be because the oil filter is loose, again I need to investigate)... let me get all the details together and post full condition along with pictures, If someone is truly interested in the bike and show interest after details I'll sell the bike as soon as there ready to buy it (ie, could be before the end of the year).
Please give me a week or so to get my sh*t together with the bike, school and the 9 million and 1 things im working on and I'll keep you posted. Thanks again so much and Lisa for the good word, much appreciated!
lets keep the PM to a minimum until I have the details of the bikes up please, I'd hate for all ya'll be waiting on my response when im so busy!
James
Isn't that a pic of your bike on your avatar?
Also: you are selling the wrong child ;)
I was just telling someone the story about me in high school being in the weird position of choosing between the hot girl that wanted to go out with me, and the only slightly less hot girl that wanted to go out with me. Now, reason tells the right choice to make here, and going out with the slightly less hot girl would have no doubt resulted in a nice lenghty relationship that would have been rewarding, full of life lessons and personal growth. But no, I went out with extra hot one, and it barely hit the two week mark.
Of course, my wife is one of those rare exceptions where I chose the hot one AND it worked out. But, as many of you know, it ain't easy.
So, I guess what I'm trying to say is keep the 999, ditch the "other" bike, and look up my almost-ex girlfriend from high school. Trust me.
If you don't take my advice, that's cool too, but pull your Termis and sell them to me on the side. I won't tell Red, I promise ;)
-Svoloch
I say sell the ugly one and keep the 1098......
Quote from: The Svoloch on October 27, 2008, 09:47:35 AM
Also: you are selling the wrong child ;)
I was just telling someone the story about me in high school being in the weird position of choosing between the hot girl that wanted to go out with me, and the only slightly less hot girl that wanted to go out with me. Now, reason tells the right choice to make here, and going out with the slightly less hot girl would have no doubt resulted in a nice lenghty relationship that would have been rewarding, full of life lessons and personal growth. But no, I went out with extra hot one, and it barely hit the two week mark.
Of course, my wife is one of those rare exceptions where I chose the hot one AND it worked out. But, as many of you know, it ain't easy.
So, I guess what I'm trying to say is keep the 999, ditch the "other" bike, and look up my almost-ex girlfriend from high school. Trust me.
If you don't take my advice, that's cool too, but pull your Termis and sell them to me on the side. I won't tell Red, I promise ;)
-Svoloch
Don't worry, My eyes are shut wide open. I didn't see that. Lots of pretty faces out there.
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 27, 2008, 09:50:45 AM
I say sell the ugly one and keep the 1098......
If it's so pretty, why is yours for sale? [thumbsup]
Quote from: The Svoloch on October 27, 2008, 11:53:04 AM
If it's so pretty, why is yours for sale? [thumbsup]
well patrick, that's quite simple.
Just because a man admires beauty, doesn't mean he can afford to keep her.
I have Joe the Plumber's salary with 4 bikes and 4 kids. I could afford to buy it, but not sure I can afford to own it.
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 27, 2008, 12:10:48 PM
well patrick, that's quite simple.
Just because a man admires beauty, doesn't mean he can afford to keep her.
I have Joe the Plumber's salary with 4 bikes and 4 kids. I could afford to buy it, but not sure I can afford to own it.
Oh, T, that was quick! he he...
Your turn Svo!
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 27, 2008, 12:10:48 PM
I have Joe the Plumber's salary.
I thought Joe the plumber earned $250K and that's why his taxes were going up or did I miss half of the BS. :o
Quote from: andym on October 27, 2008, 12:31:44 PM
I thought Joe the plumber earned $250K and that's why his taxes were going up or did I miss half of the BS. :o
BS yes, O thinks that small businesses don't make over 250k/yr so they won't be hurt when raises taxes for everybody who makes 250k/yr. or more. Now, in the U. S. the "rich" compromise about 5% of the total population. WSJ says that 40% of all Americans don't pay taxes. Out of the remaining 55% those who actually do pay taxes would amount to about 40%. So if one does the math correctly you can see that of what O says only about 40% of gainfully employed persons in the U. S. will get a "tax break" not 95% like he's saying. Does this make sense?
Sorry JM, I think this is called thread jacking.
Tommy, have you considered selling one of the kids to keep the bikes? I tried that with Colin but the word is out on the street that he's not self motivated and doesn't pick up his room or make his bed without heavy handed supervision. That kills the out the door price on kids instantly. The haggling is not worth it, especially in this market and the way the economy is. But since he is actually titled under a different name it luckily hasn't effected my bike situation... at least not yet. Thought I'd try to move him before he gets many more miles... those teenage, 12,000 mile services are murder on the pocketbook. [laugh]
12,000 mile services ? I'm worried about the $12,000 bail [bang] [laugh]
And damn it, Svoloch, McCain said if I'd put in a "good word" on the board about his 999, he'd give ME the Termis so, go bump a stump [cheeky]
Quote from: JamesMcCain on October 27, 2008, 07:50:39 AM
lets keep the PM to a minimum until I have the details of the bikes up please, I'd hate for all ya'll be waiting on my response when im so busy!
James
PM's to a minimum, only if you promise to NOT post the details in the Bikes For Sale forum until your comrades in DFWM have had a look/shot at the bike first. [thumbsup]
hmmm, too bad it's not yellow... [cheeky]
I have a history of buying bikes that need work (actually, of not running at all)....
I'd be interested in the details as well
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 27, 2008, 12:10:48 PM
well patrick, that's quite simple.
Just because a man admires beauty, doesn't mean he can afford to keep her.
I have Joe the Plumber's salary with 4 bikes and 4 kids. I could afford to buy it, but not sure I can afford to own it.
You make 250K a year? and are you saying that Bonnie is not beautiful, or that you can't afford to keep her?
I got a test coming up early next week, once those are done, I'll get some time to post the detail guys...
Quote from: BarneePhife on October 27, 2008, 05:08:33 PM
PM's to a minimum, only if you promise to NOT post the details in the Bikes For Sale forum until your comrades in DFWM have had a look/shot at the bike first. [thumbsup]
dont worry Jim, I dont plan on posting it in classifieds, I dont want to deal w/ half the board messaging me... hints why I made it a discrete title and haven't told anyone outside DFWM.
Quote from: The Svoloch on October 28, 2008, 08:14:27 AM
You make 250K a year? and are you saying that Bonnie is not beautiful, or that you can't afford to keep her?
All that intelligence and yet such an ignorant post.......let down
Quote from: The Svoloch on October 28, 2008, 08:14:27 AM
You make 250K a year?
Hmmm...... maybe, but not on my taxes ;)
Quote from: pipeliner1978 on October 29, 2008, 05:36:19 AM
All that intelligence and yet such an ignorant post.......let down
man, I am so sorry. Sometimes it can be hard to live up your standards, but you are worth it, I am going to try harder [thumbsup]
ok, so my crazy week is over... I have time to post any questions/answers one might have...
hey guys, just wanted to let you know if anyone is interested in the 999, please let me know...
I plan on posting her up on for sale list by the beginning of December.
email is jamesmccain@me.com
number is 817.891.9510
Quote from: The Svoloch on October 28, 2008, 08:14:27 AM
You make 250K a year? ...
$250K a year ain't bad. does that include major medical?
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