> Mr. Duncan wrote:
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> > Bob White wrote:
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> > How much is expensive, I don't mind spending 1,000 dollars if it meets
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> > my needs and allows me to ride Simi comfortable. Also I love the look
> of
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> > the Minarelli V1 what should I pay for one if those in running solid
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> > condition? And thanks for the other recommendations also looking at
> all
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> > of them!
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> I paid $1750 very fair dollars for that derbi and it was slow and in
> need of work to rip, so the idea that you’ll be able to get a good
> running rebuilt bike w fresh tires, chains, and cables for $600 is
> laughable. Fwiw I also had to pay $2500 to buy back a magnum I once sold
> for $1500 when it went well over 60mph. The market is what it is because
> many people trying to control the price narrative are sitting on hoards
> of junker bikes they’re ready to throw together as “runners” when you
> reach out to buy. I am building a couple for sale, neither of which
> would really suit you as a big guy (one maxi, one mini magnum) but they
> will be priced around the prices mentioned above, because for anything
> you’ll want after the first week of riding it, you’ll have to pay. Even
> the $2500 magnum I bought back I had to rebuild, so look to buy from a
> reputable shop like Sabatino Mopeds for example, someone who puts
> together some really nice bikes for the value.
Awesome thanks for the info, you all have been very helpful with ideas thanks!