Canadian Newbie

Teddybear · 03-22-2008, 7:33 PM

Hello everyone and yes I'm a newbie from Canada HEY. Great site!!!! Looking for some helpful feedback. Interested in purchaing a BB. I have an oportunity to purchase a 97 with 12000km's or an 01 with 46000km's. Both are in good shape. What do ya think??

DragonXX · 03-22-2008, 8:58 PM

From the other commonwealth country.
I'd take the '01 with FI ................. Just my 2 cents

Teddybear · 03-22-2008, 9:04 PM

Great to hear from ya. Another 00 bird, just popped up 15000km's mint condition, $6500 is this a good price?

Nutter67 · 03-22-2008, 9:38 PM

fro Oz. Hopefully the other Canadian members will be able to help out with approximate prices for the birds in Canada. I'm a bit far away and only work with Aussie Dollars.

flblackbird · 03-22-2008, 9:46 PM

Get the 01

Teddybear · 03-22-2008, 11:19 PM

Going to look at a 2000 BB tomorrow I hope! Is there anything I should be looking for. The bike is supose to be mint!! Cheers

Nutter67 · 03-23-2008, 7:34 AM

Check all fluids, engine noises (CCT can be noisy but easy to replace) and general condition of the bike. If it looks like it has been well maintained then it "should" be a good one. Birds are generally pretty bullet proof if they are looked after.

Partsguy · 03-23-2008, 12:07 PM

If that's the one with 15000 k's ,check the tires for age and wear,sprocket teeth and chain,colour of brake fluid,usual proof of maintenance.I doubt it will have issues but listen for that rattle at 3-4000 rpm(cct).$6500 is about average but we are in a buyers market right now as sport bike sales are low,$6000 might be fair,have a good look.
Al

berwick · 03-23-2008, 3:29 PM

Prices in Quebec are a bit lower than that. An 02 with 31,000 was $5500; an 00 in great shape and 40,000 km was $4600. I went there from NS because of price and availability of XX's. Here in Atlantic Canada you would expect to pay about $1500-2000 more.
Good Luck!

CanadianBird · 03-23-2008, 4:29 PM

You must be elsewhere than the West Coast as I never see Birds for sale in BC. At least not too frequently. I'd go for FI. KMs on a well maintained Bird don't matter overly, in my opinion. Were are you located, Canada is a big country.

Partsguy · 03-23-2008, 4:33 PM

Yes,it definately depends where you are.

Teddybear · 03-24-2008, 1:19 AM

CanadianBird, I'm located in Barrie Ont. I have verbally agreeded to purchase the 2000 BB (Blue) with 13500km's, the bike was mint not a scratch. What is that CCT everyones talking about. Hope to finish all the paper work this week

. Cheers!!

Teddybear · 03-24-2008, 1:39 AM

Just found the answer to my CCT question. How often does the Cam Chain Tentioner need to be replaced?

CanadianBird · 03-24-2008, 12:07 PM

I've had 4 cct's in 120,000 kms. Get one of JohnXX on this site. Can $ is relatively par with the US $ so they're about $35. Easy install, although I don't do it myself. I'm supporting my tech and his family. Do a CCT search, there is a great deal of info. Some "rewind" most replace. The Bird is an interesting ride; I've replaced a stator at 60,000 kms but still run the same r&r. I've had no major issues other than maintenance. Like many on this board I'm anal about my ride. Same tech for every service and all upgrades. Yes, I've dropped a bundle but she now perfect for me. Keep her plugged into a Battery Tender when not in use, visit Jaws at The worlds leading Honda Blackbird site for add ons and farkles. JohnXX as well. Purchase a hugger!, do a search before you open an "oil" thread! In fact, use the search button for "all" of many of your questions. FW it's W, I use Motul coolant, Motul Semi Synth, Avon Storms, Motorex Dot 5.1 hydrolic fluids, EBC HH pads, full Givi hard bags, Corbin G.F. Lady, full Goodridge lines, brake and clutch, Penske rear, 100 mm over front springs with pre-load adjusters, Escort 9500i with a stem mount, HID low, 100 W high beam, Indiglo tack, Heli bars, etc, etc. At 6 years old and 120,000 kms she runs better than new and looks as new. It's an addiction. Happy trails to you.

raymondo · 03-24-2008, 12:42 PM

This One??

for 6495 is a nice bike with a custom seat at GP Bikes

Or this one if you want to drive to london

5400 but its a 97 and its blue

Teddybear · 03-24-2008, 1:30 PM

To all, found the bike and I should have it late this week. Pictures will follow. Cheers!!

SilverBrd · 03-24-2008, 9:20 PM

Congrats on getting your Bird!!!!!!

Teddybear · 03-24-2008, 10:03 PM

Thanks Silverbird, do you do your own oil changes or at a service department. The reason I ask is because the manual says that you require a special wrench, if so how much is the wrench. Cheers!!

Teddybear · 03-24-2008, 10:09 PM

Thanks for the info, do you do all the work yourself? Big buck

KevinM · 03-25-2008, 11:38 AM

Spotted this in BCSportbikes.com. Seller is in Kelowna.
2003 Honda CBR 1100xx, excellent condition, 18,000 km. New Michelin pilot tires, custom Corbin seat & beetle bags. $ 11500.00 Please call me by phone to view (250) 575-6282.

Birdmanxx · 03-30-2008, 10:15 AM

Welcome. You'll be wrapt with your choice!