Which is worth it??? - General Sportbike Discussion

Black Rob · 10-26-2003, 05:35 PM

Is a 1997 Honda F3 subframe bolted or welded?? I have the chance to buy back my old F3 that now has a bent subframe, and needs a new motor, bodywork, clip ons, etc. (was looped in a wheelie). Price tag: $200. Found new motor and subframe for $500. Is it worth it or should I fix my 1991 Kawasaki Ex500 which I own, but needs a motor and fork seals. I found a complete 1992 bike that went down w/ a running motor for $500. Keep in mind that I want one for 1st "stunt bike". Also, the Ex500 has a clean title, where as the CBR doesn't. I need to do a search and apply for a duplicate and so on. I might register this bike just to go around town on, so if this CBR now has a salvage title I need to have it registry inspected. I know longshot from here stunts a 500, and Tony from RM goofed around on a Ex250 for a bit. Post your

. Thanks....

On One Zach · 10-26-2003, 05:50 PM

the sub frame is welded

Soumy16 · 10-26-2003, 06:19 PM

go for the f3, people stunt the ex but its not really going to take you anywhere.. that ex RM had blew up that weekend i think. Try and sell the ex and put some money away or towards the F3 you wont be sorry

*Erik* · 10-26-2003, 06:36 PM

Go with the F3, EX's aren't stuntbikes, plus you're wasting money if you insure a stunt bike

Black Rob · 10-26-2003, 08:56 PM

I only wanna register/insure it so I can ride around a little if I want. I can't afford to have 2 bikes right now, and I want to stunt more than ride. Plus to insure the 500 is only $260 for a full year. I also have trouble saving money (LOL), cuz I'm a college student that doesn't work. I'm too lazy. I am spending all my banked money right now. On top of all that crap, I have a $260 a month truck payment and my insurance is $2300 a year. I also put a down payment on a 03' 954RR being held till this spring and the "other bike" is only temporarily, until I pick up the other one. Knowing all this, if you were in my shoes, what would you do?? EX or spend MORE on the F3??? Anyone interested in the F3 if I buy it back? Worth anything to anyone??

10-26-2003, 05:35 PM	#1
Black Rob Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cape muthafukin Cod, BITCH Age: 26 Bike: For legal reasons, I cannot specify. Gender: Male Posts: 1,381	Which is worth it??? Is a 1997 Honda F3 subframe bolted or welded?? I have the chance to buy back my old F3 that now has a bent subframe, and needs a new motor, bodywork, clip ons, etc. (was looped in a wheelie). Price tag: $200. Found new motor and subframe for $500. Is it worth it or should I fix my 1991 Kawasaki Ex500 which I own, but needs a motor and fork seals. I found a complete 1992 bike that went down w/ a running motor for $500. Keep in mind that I want one for 1st "stunt bike". Also, the Ex500 has a clean title, where as the CBR doesn't. I need to do a search and apply for a duplicate and so on. I might register this bike just to go around town on, so if this CBR now has a salvage title I need to have it registry inspected. I know longshot from here stunts a 500, and Tony from RM goofed around on a Ex250 for a bit. Post your . Thanks.... __________________ FOR SALE: 1973 Triumph Spitfire, just restored, convertable, 4-speed, 2 seater, Cd player, soft and hard tops, all new interior, new paint, $2000/BO 1992 Toyota Pickup lowrider (all custom) $3800/BO Also have 2 1991 Integra parts cars. One is a GS, one is a LS. Complete cars though. GS has front end damage, but rest of car is mint. Engine tranny, ECU, wiring, interior, etc. LS has mostly sh*tty body, has motor interior, tranny, wiring, ECU, etc. Both have all glass and lenses too. PM me with needed parts or questions.

10-26-2003, 05:50 PM	#2
On One Zach Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Columbus, Ohio Age: 23 Bike: F3 & 50 Gender: Posts: 48	the sub frame is welded __________________ On One Columbus OhiO www.onone.org

10-26-2003, 06:19 PM	#3
Soumy16 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: NH Age: 22 Bike: 954 Gender: Male Posts: 1,491	go for the f3, people stunt the ex but its not really going to take you anywhere.. that ex RM had blew up that weekend i think. Try and sell the ex and put some money away or towards the F3 you wont be sorry __________________ aim - Gmoneyua Unlawful Acts Sponsers Grizzly Canadian Lager Est. 2003

10-26-2003, 06:36 PM	#4
Erik Super-Thread-editor Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Back in Indiana,(Muncie) Age: 27 Bike: 95' YZF600R(it still runs!) Gender: Male Posts: 7,354	Go with the F3, EX's aren't stuntbikes, plus you're wasting money if you insure a stunt bike __________________ Super-Moderator: Private Message for help/concerns If you act like a moron, we'll probably treat you like one too

10-26-2003, 08:56 PM	#5
Black Rob Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Cape muthafukin Cod, BITCH Age: 26 Bike: For legal reasons, I cannot specify. Gender: Male Posts: 1,381	I only wanna register/insure it so I can ride around a little if I want. I can't afford to have 2 bikes right now, and I want to stunt more than ride. Plus to insure the 500 is only $260 for a full year. I also have trouble saving money (LOL), cuz I'm a college student that doesn't work. I'm too lazy. I am spending all my banked money right now. On top of all that crap, I have a $260 a month truck payment and my insurance is $2300 a year. I also put a down payment on a 03' 954RR being held till this spring and the "other bike" is only temporarily, until I pick up the other one. Knowing all this, if you were in my shoes, what would you do?? EX or spend MORE on the F3??? Anyone interested in the F3 if I buy it back? Worth anything to anyone?? __________________ FOR SALE: 1973 Triumph Spitfire, just restored, convertable, 4-speed, 2 seater, Cd player, soft and hard tops, all new interior, new paint, $2000/BO 1992 Toyota Pickup lowrider (all custom) $3800/BO Also have 2 1991 Integra parts cars. One is a GS, one is a LS. Complete cars though. GS has front end damage, but rest of car is mint. Engine tranny, ECU, wiring, interior, etc. LS has mostly sh*tty body, has motor interior, tranny, wiring, ECU, etc. Both have all glass and lenses too. PM me with needed parts or questions.