Why buy a Fireblade?

Discussion in 'General 1000RR Discussion' started by auag, Apr 17, 2018.

  1. nigelrb

    nigelrb Elite Member

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    Hey Paul, I don't want to discourage a Blade sale, but I think even if you find a dealer who will trade it, you could be short-changed on value.

    Depending on your location, I have had good p/x and customer service from https://www.bladegrouphonda.co.uk/ . You'll see they've got 3 outlets.
     
  2. Voleracing

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    Thanks nigeirb. yes think i might get short changed on a p/x . Private sale it is then ... Anyone interested Lol.
     
  3. nigelrb

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    Are you on the Ducati forum? Would be a good place to start. Just don't tell them you're looking at a Honda!!:eek:
     
  4. Voleracing

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    Yes on a few forums will draft up "For Sale" advert . My 1299 is mint condition no problems with it at all . After 7 years on blades before the mighty Duc i want to return to what i love
     
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  5. Wozza

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    Hi Paul.....speak to Glenn at Bellevue Honda when I traded my 848 in for my 2014 they took it .....he is a great guy to deal with ....they are in Southend.....do you not fancy a V4s or have you had enough of the red side....can't wait to get my sp....
     
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  6. nigelrb

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    You'll love it. :D
     
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    Surprised your local dealer won't take the Pani in px - you would think they would have trade contacts who would buy it, even if they don't want it in their showroom.

    Try Craigs Honda, I think they are cheapest at the moment for Blade SP https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Honda-CBR-1000-RR-SP-Fireblade-New-18-Plate-0-Finance/253655251799 Craigs deal in all sorts of makes and models used, and they do collection, delivery etc.
     
  8. Voleracing

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    Im on the Ducati V4 forum and the amount of problems is putting me off ! Also the insurance is 3 times more than my 1299
     
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  10. Wozza

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    Dealer sent me a pic today of bike arriving .....just waiting for exhaust to arrive then it's delivery time.....thanks for the heads up on the V4 that's why I didn't go back to Ducati to much drama....what issues are they having??
    Also there finance is high which I fedback to a dealer and he told me I was living in the 90's.....typical Audi type attitude....so they can stick it....
     
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    [QUOTE="Wozza, post: 462716, .....thanks for the heads up on the V4 that's why I didn't go back to Ducati to much drama....what issues are they having??
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    Issues are little things like catching fire , fluid leaks, overheating ... nothing to worry about :rolleyes: . I asked the dealer about the high %apr on finance and was told they dont want to give the bikes away .... Being competitive might help sell a few more bikes tho.
     
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  12. nigelrb

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    I think you'd be right there. I know members on here have been influenced by Honda's 0% offer.
     
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  13. Alan-lee

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    I just don’t see the point in paying over what is already an expensive toy for most.. 0% finance or no deal for me
     
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    Realistically when you can get an SP with tail tidy, tank pad, 3yrs servicing, akra can and 0% finance for £17k I don't think many folk on here would opt for the £24k V4s. And nor should they, the SP is a gorgeous road bike, so lovely to look at and already no longer looking over priced.

    Have to say though, if I wanted to own a very special bike and "money no object" id have the Ducati every day of the week. Think that bike will still be talked about in decades to come.
     
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  15. Wozza

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    17k is for pre reg or 17 models only diffence being slight colour change 2018 are 19k......or you can pick up used for around 14.5k....bargain.....where's the days of £9995 gone it's all gone mental..
     
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    After a demo ride on a 2016 R1 ... Im now a Yamaha owner
     
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    In those colours it makes the blade look fugly lol stunning mate, enjoy!
     
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  18. nigelrb

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    Congrats. I don't mind the blue, but that tops it by far! Just seems much cleaner lines than the Blade's 'chunky' appearance.
     
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    Congrats on the new bike, It’s the 2016 Anniversary model & She’s a Gem.:rolleyes:
     
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    That is, as the young boys say “sic”! Awesome looking bike made even better by the colours, I always liked the blue but this is different! Enjoy:cool:
     
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