get rid or keep
get rid or keep
hi i have a honda benly cd125t 1982,am woundering weather to keep or get rid,it has done nearly 30,000 miles but i realy do like the bike she looks great when cleaned up,engine is getting very tired,should i sort engine out or just throw her in canal,my idea is to get her back to showroom condition,with single seat or should i wish her a fond farewell,trade her in for a new number push her in canal&claim on the insurance any help in decision would be great!!!!
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Re: get rid or keep


Well, 30,000 miles isn't a lot, but on a 125 it is and it's old. You could keep it for a put around bike, but I would try to sell it while it is running good and use the money (plus extra if you have some) to get either something a little bigger or newer.
Is it your first bike then? How long have you been riding for?
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Re: get rid or keep
Well you are not really interested of it i guess you can sell it just condition it first and make it look brand new, there might be people interested in buying it.
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Re: get rid or keep
Well I certainly don't condone pushing it in the canal! But if you aren't in love with it anymore then sell it and move on.
What other bikes would you consider?
What other bikes would you consider?
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