sanjuro
Rider
When I look for a used bike, I focus on one factor: low miles. Low miles means little wear and tear but it also means responsible riding.
What I am hoping for from a seller is someone who got a bike and for whatever reason, decided riding is not for them. And my preferred mileage is under 5000.
The most likely choice is a GSXR-1000. I noticed on CL a 2014 with 5000 miles. My own bike I got with a little rash, but the last owner put 2000 miles in 4 years and the selling price was below Blue Book.
The opposite is touring bikes, particularly BMW. Even you can find an used BMW that is only 3-5 years old, they will have at least 20k miles. Of course, they will run for 50k+. PS I did see this though: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/d/2017-bmw-1200-gsa-triple/6698458366.html
What I am hoping for from a seller is someone who got a bike and for whatever reason, decided riding is not for them. And my preferred mileage is under 5000.
The most likely choice is a GSXR-1000. I noticed on CL a 2014 with 5000 miles. My own bike I got with a little rash, but the last owner put 2000 miles in 4 years and the selling price was below Blue Book.
The opposite is touring bikes, particularly BMW. Even you can find an used BMW that is only 3-5 years old, they will have at least 20k miles. Of course, they will run for 50k+. PS I did see this though: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/d/2017-bmw-1200-gsa-triple/6698458366.html