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Speakmaster · 03-21-2006, 06:02 PM

I'm about to officially become a member of the Suzuki family. After a month of reading, completing MSF class, attending 2 bike shows and visiting several dealers numerous times, I located a C50T on Cycle Trading and plan to buy it this weekend. The challenge is: My MSF certificate has yet to arrive, so I'm not licensed for another week and I am uncomfortable as a Newbee, driving 50 miles to my home without some familiarity time with the bike. What suggestions does this fine group have on hiring a truck to transport or an experienced rider to deliver the bike.
Thanks
Steve in Atlanta

Jerryzuki · 03-21-2006, 06:15 PM

I'm glad to hear that you made you choice for the C50T, I sorta partial to it.

If you are the least bit uncomfortable don't ride the bike home. No need rushing it, have it delivered then take short rides, as you are comfortable.

Iceman99 · 03-21-2006, 06:26 PM

rent a motorcycle trailer from U-Haul

Time4me2ride · 03-21-2006, 06:28 PM

I would consider renting a trailer since I have vehicles that are tow capable, I have a variety of ratcheting straps, and I am comfortable with towing. If you hire someone, make sure they have experience with motorcycles and are insured.

blackie1491 · 03-21-2006, 06:56 PM

Did you ask the dealer if they deliver. Some shops have a trailer or truck they use for bike pickups, or have someone who does it for them.

Shea · 03-21-2006, 06:58 PM

Atleast you will be closer to your normal driving route if you have it delivered. Both times that I bought bikes, the first time I was a noob, the second I was VERY rusty, I just rode them home. Probably not the smartest thing, considering how far form home the dealers were. Atleast this second time it was a straight shot home, 45mph speed limit and hardly any traffic. There was a turning lane probably 50% of the way and a large shoulder, which made me feel better, as I atleast had room to dodge traffic and had some room for error.

BTW, if it's a new bike, they usualy offer free delivery. I atleast two of the local dealers do that because they would rather not have people wreck on their property.

Speakmaster · 03-21-2006, 07:38 PM

Fortunately, I'm purchasing from an individual, who took delivery of the bike, new, 6 months ago and has put on 5 miles since.

The price was excellent and I HAD to buy it.

Danr · 03-21-2006, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speakmaster

Fortunately, I'm purchasing from an individual, who took delivery of the bike, new, 6 months ago and has put on 5 miles since.

The price was excellent and I HAD to buy it.

Rent a U-Haul trailer there has to be some in the Atlanta area. Or if you know someone with a lawn equiptment trailer.

Congrats on your soon to be purchase,your gain his/hers loss.

Bluecruzer · 03-21-2006, 07:58 PM

I would have someone else ride it over - everything else seems costly and troublesome.

Jerryzuki · 03-21-2006, 07:59 PM

Okay, now we gotta hear the story behind him only putting 5 miles on the bike.
PS..... don't let him deliver it.

Danr · 03-21-2006, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jerryzuki

Okay, now we gotta hear the story behind him only putting 5 miles on the bike.
PS..... don't let him deliver it.

+1 to that !

Speakmaster · 03-21-2006, 09:33 PM

Okay, now we gotta hear the story behind him only putting 5 miles on the bike.
PS..... don't let him deliver it.
=========================
He said he went into mid-life crisis at 43, thought he wanted to ride, bought the C50T added light bars, and enfine cover, rode it around the neighborhood afew times, never felt comfortable and decided to bail....I had the bucket and hope to finalize the deal on Saturday. I'm 60 and inmy second mid life crisis

I didn't know U haul had bike trailers, but I'll f/u on that suggestion.
Thanks

kumaster · 03-21-2006, 09:53 PM

i usually put my bike on the bed of my nissan pickup truck. i borrow my buddy's ramp and tie down. my intruder fits nicely even though it's a small truck.

good luck and you are lucky to get such a deal.

Danr · 03-22-2006, 06:20 AM

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He said he went into mid-life crisis at 43, thought he wanted to ride, bought the C50T added light bars, and enfine cover, rode it around the neighborhood afew times, never felt comfortable and decided to bail....I had the bucket and hope to finalize the deal on Saturday. I'm 60 and inmy second mid life crisis

I didn't know U haul had bike trailers, but I'll f/u on that suggestion.
Thanks[/quote]

Hey Bud, I am 61 and in my 3rd Mid Life crisis, my first was a real Bi**h.

Welcome, you will love the C50 !

ne14tenus61 · 03-25-2006, 10:08 PM

U-Haul definitely. In NY, the cost per day is about $16 including tax. My bud and I hauled his Fatboy without any problem at all. Trailer rode smooth at 70 on the freeway. The U-Haul "do not exceed" warning is 45. Don't worry about it.

Trailer also has a nose built in to cradle your front tire. Ramp drops down to load your bike. Plently of tie down areas.

I've rented a few times. Never had a prob.

Go for it.

03-21-2006, 06:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
Speakmaster Newbie Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: C50T or 650 Silverado Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 5	Suggestions on Delivering New Bike I'm about to officially become a member of the Suzuki family. After a month of reading, completing MSF class, attending 2 bike shows and visiting several dealers numerous times, I located a C50T on Cycle Trading and plan to buy it this weekend. The challenge is: My MSF certificate has yet to arrive, so I'm not licensed for another week and I am uncomfortable as a Newbee, driving 50 miles to my home without some familiarity time with the bike. What suggestions does this fine group have on hiring a truck to transport or an experienced rider to deliver the bike. Thanks Steve in Atlanta

03-21-2006, 06:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
Iceman99 Wants Better Weather Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: '05' M50 Black Location: Valencia , Ca. Posts: 660	rent a motorcycle trailer from U-Haul __________________ Jardine 2:2 Taper Exhaust,C50 Air Box with K&N filter, Cobra EFI Fi2000, 32" Drag Bar, Custom Plate Mount,Custom made rear LED Blinkers, Foward control Kit, Kuryakyn pegs, grips and throttle boss, 3 inch lowering kit, Custom Pillion seat, De-badged and De-PAIRED, Pinstriped rims, Chromed drive shaft See my bike and accessories at www.CruiserCustomizing.com/iceman99

03-21-2006, 07:58 PM	#9 (permalink)
Bluecruzer Ditch Magnet Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: Black - M109R Location: Edmonton, Canada Posts: 155	I would have someone else ride it over - everything else seems costly and troublesome. __________________ None of us are getting out of here alive. Some of us are trying to enjoy the ride longer than others.

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Time4me2ride Sprocket Pilot Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: Silver/Grey VStar1300 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 846	I would consider renting a trailer since I have vehicles that are tow capable, I have a variety of ratcheting straps, and I am comfortable with towing. If you hire someone, make sure they have experience with motorcycles and are insured.

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blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,331	Did you ask the dealer if they deliver. Some shops have a trailer or truck they use for bike pickups, or have someone who does it for them.

03-21-2006, 06:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
Shea Third gear and cruising Joined: Feb 2006 Bike: Buell XB12Ss Lightning Location: York, Pa Posts: 521	Atleast you will be closer to your normal driving route if you have it delivered. Both times that I bought bikes, the first time I was a noob, the second I was VERY rusty, I just rode them home. Probably not the smartest thing, considering how far form home the dealers were. Atleast this second time it was a straight shot home, 45mph speed limit and hardly any traffic. There was a turning lane probably 50% of the way and a large shoulder, which made me feel better, as I atleast had room to dodge traffic and had some room for error. BTW, if it's a new bike, they usualy offer free delivery. I atleast two of the local dealers do that because they would rather not have people wreck on their property.

03-21-2006, 07:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
Speakmaster Newbie Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: C50T or 650 Silverado Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 5	Fortunately, I'm purchasing from an individual, who took delivery of the bike, new, 6 months ago and has put on 5 miles since. The price was excellent and I HAD to buy it.

03-21-2006, 09:33 PM	#12 (permalink)
Speakmaster Newbie Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: C50T or 650 Silverado Location: Atlanta, Ga Posts: 5	Okay, now we gotta hear the story behind him only putting 5 miles on the bike. PS..... don't let him deliver it. ========================= He said he went into mid-life crisis at 43, thought he wanted to ride, bought the C50T added light bars, and enfine cover, rode it around the neighborhood afew times, never felt comfortable and decided to bail....I had the bucket and hope to finalize the deal on Saturday. I'm 60 and inmy second mid life crisis I didn't know U haul had bike trailers, but I'll f/u on that suggestion. Thanks

03-21-2006, 09:53 PM	#13 (permalink)
kumaster Newbie Joined: Dec 2005 Bike: SV650S / VS800 Location: H-Town, TX Posts: 7	i usually put my bike on the bed of my nissan pickup truck. i borrow my buddy's ramp and tie down. my intruder fits nicely even though it's a small truck. good luck and you are lucky to get such a deal.

03-22-2006, 06:20 AM	#14 (permalink)
Danr Sit speling cheker Joined: May 2005 Posts: 1,616	========================= He said he went into mid-life crisis at 43, thought he wanted to ride, bought the C50T added light bars, and enfine cover, rode it around the neighborhood afew times, never felt comfortable and decided to bail....I had the bucket and hope to finalize the deal on Saturday. I'm 60 and inmy second mid life crisis I didn't know U haul had bike trailers, but I'll f/u on that suggestion. Thanks[/quote] Hey Bud, I am 61 and in my 3rd Mid Life crisis, my first was a real Bi**h. Welcome, you will love the C50 !

03-25-2006, 10:08 PM	#15 (permalink)
ne14tenus61 Newbie Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2005 S50 Location: Albany, NY Posts: 8	U-Haul definitely. In NY, the cost per day is about $16 including tax. My bud and I hauled his Fatboy without any problem at all. Trailer rode smooth at 70 on the freeway. The U-Haul "do not exceed" warning is 45. Don't worry about it. Trailer also has a nose built in to cradle your front tire. Ramp drops down to load your bike. Plently of tie down areas. I've rented a few times. Never had a prob. Go for it.

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