Hi All
Over the years having moved from a GP 125 to a Thundercat 650 to a Vespa 125 to a Vespa 200 GT (I lived in London OK
) I've now moved to Kent (near Canterbury) and I'm looking for a good all-rounder for a short(ish) commute, the odd journey to the West Country and a few journeys in France.
I've now test ridden a Glee and love it and now I'm trying to get hold of one.
So new or second hand?
New:I'd like a black one, Suzuki have no new black ones at the moment apparently so I'd love a grey one which are "coming out in May" and if I'm forking out for a new one it'll be a grey one.
I've been quoted £7,000 OTR for a new one with an adventure pack.
I've put my requirements down as:
• Top box
• Engine cowling
• Knuckle guards
• Engine guards
• Screen to stop me being buffeted (I'm 6 foot) so could be the Suzuki Vario but I’m open to alternatives
• Chain guard and centre stand (not that bothered but a nice to have)
Nice to have extras:
• An alarm/immobiliser
• Heated grips
SecondhandCould I buy a back second hand one, for say £5,500 and add after-market parts to make up the equivalent of an adventure pack for a better price? Or should I save the hassle of finding the parts and fitting them and just go for the pack?
Thanks in advance and I'm looking forward to joining the Vstrom community
Mark