[1camwonder]

I'm new to the boards here and was hoping to get a little input from some fellow monster owners. After selling my old bike my heart is now set on a monster. With $5000 in hand I'm starting to seriously look at a few bikes in the area.

With so many different generations and engines available what is a good platform for the money I have? I don't need a rocket (nor could I afford one) but am looking for something that could get out of its own way. Came from a sportbike and I already know nothing will size up power wise really. From what I read so far service records go a long way in determining a overall worth.

Any generations or particular motors to stay away from? Any favorites? Any and all input is appreciated

 

[sprinklerman76]

there is a monster 750 with a 944 big bore kit on ebay for $4900. kind of makes me nervous reliability wise though. or a or a monster 620 dark needs tlc for $2000. That one is in alabama. They are out there.

 

[YellowDuck]

I am thinking that these days you could get into an S2R 800 for that kind of money. Personally I would look for an older 900i.e. (2002 maybe?). Need to pay attention to the specs, because from year to year there were differences in stuff like the suspension components (non-adjustable vs adjustable forks).

Not sure if you can find a 1000 for that kind of money (i.e, the ones with the DS motor, but before the S2R styling - e.g., 2004). The suspension on the non-S version was kinda crappy, but the motor is so much better than the 900 that it is a good compromise.

 

[Silver King]

You can usually find 2001-2 900's and 2003-4 800's for that dough.

 

[dugvegas]

Monsta

I agree with Silver King there. Just look for the newest/cleanest you can find in your price range.

 

[1camwonder]

Thanks for the input guys... I actually found a 01 s4 in the classifieds section that is pretty close to me. Hopefully that will pan out

 

[drums4money]

I agree with Silver King there. Just look for the newest/cleanest you can find in your price range.

...and make sure it doesn't have exhaust valve guide issues. i'm just sayin'.

 

[corndog67]

Recently I saw an 01 S4 in Ventura country Craigslist for $4k. Might have been a beater though, kind of cheap.

 

[oconnor]

I picked up my '06 S2R1000 on Ebay last month for $5475.00 and I was the only bidder.:yeah:
I had to drive to Kansas for it (500 miles each way).

 

[sizmtrz]

The best $5k Monster out there is the one made by Suzuki... its called the Monster SV650... happy riding!

 

[Silver King]

The best $5k Monster out there is the one made by Suzuki... its called the Monster SV650... happy riding!

uh oh!

 

[Silver King]

I agree with Silver King there. Just look for the newest/cleanest you can find in your price range.

...and then a week later after you purchased it, a better, cheaper one will come up for sale within 10 miles from your house.

 

[g1186]

http://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/mcy/1319299944.html

This one is in miami pretty close to naples 4900 '05 s2r. Looks worth checking out

 

[jestor00]

I payed a little over 5k for my 01 m900sie a year ago and am very happy with it. Good luck with the s4 should be a great bike. I love my bike but after riding for a year I want more power, eventually a streetfighter will be mine, but until then ima love my monster

If the S4 doesn't pan out I'd recommend getting at least a 900 if you can't find a newer 1k in your price range.