Sell PC to buy motorcycle?

[Narse]

I have a fairly high end gaming PC. I find myself gaming on consoles more and more, and PC gaming has taken the back seat. I think I would be mostly happy using my laptop to browse etc. I think selling my PC now when I can get a decent amount for it is a good choice. My wife on the other hand thinks it's a terrible mistake and that the bike will sit in the garage while I mope over the loss of my PC.

 

[Cattlegod]

yes, you go from nerd to cool.

 

[SAWYER]

Motorcycles>pc's

 

[IronWing]

PC is paid for. Motorcycle costs and costs and costs. Plus when was the last time you split your head open like an overripe pomegranate while playing on your PC?

 

[olds]

I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

 

[jlee]

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

I'll have to post pics of my $500 SV650 when it's running again.

 

[Greenman]

I'd buy the bike.

 

[olds]

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

I'll have to post pics of my $500 SV650 when it's running again.

Oh, a non running motorcycle. He can sit on it in the driveway and make "vroom, vroom" sounds.

 

[Narse]

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

You're correct, it would be a partial payment on the bike, I am selling my wife's old car for approx 1500. PC for 900-1000 and I have 1000 in cash. Looking at a good used 1100cc crusier.

 

[JulesMaximus]

I think you over rate the value of your PC.

Edit-Do you have a motorcycle license? Have you ever ridden a motorcycle? If the answer to either of those questions is no, then have your wife smack you upside the head with her largest frying pan. When you come to, go out and take the MSF course, get your license and then start thinking about buying a motorcycle.

 

[GagHalfrunt]

You're going to need the PC while you're in traction recovering from the inevitable motorcycle crash.

Damn, it's just like an O Henry story.

 

[Greenman]

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

I'll have to post pics of my $500 SV650 when it's running again.

Oh, a non running motorcycle. He can sit on it in the driveway and make "vroom, vroom" sounds.

My guess is most folks around here would be afraid their asthma would act up from making the sounds. Then there is the added risk of getting some oil on you from the motor, that would be a trip to the ER.

 

[Vehemence]

Chicks dig bikes more than PCs.

Chicks, dude. Chicks.

 

[Imaginer]

Originally posted by: Narse

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

You're correct, it would be a partial payment on the bike, I am selling my wife's old car for approx 1500. PC for 900-1000 and I have 1000 in cash. Looking at a good used 1100cc crusier.

Not to mention its only partial payment towards just the motorcycle. You also need to factor in safety riding gear, insurance, and if you had not taken the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, it is highly highly recommended as well.

And don't forget the cost of maintenance like a car. You definitely want your motorcycle to be in the best of shape.

Edit: I guess it is way late at night for me, didn't quite read everything. But yeah a good used 1100 crusier can range from about $3000 and up to about $8000 new (I am estimating the numbers from the last time I wen't and searched.) I purchased a used Honda Sabre 2000 with about 15K miles (judging by that, I would be a second owner) for about $4800.

Depending where you purchase the bike from, prices vary greatly. Looking at bikes sold in California compared to places around Texas and Oklahoma and it is vastly more expensive in California. Also, right now would be the most expensive time to buy a motorcycle since it is prime riding season. I purchased mine sometime in the winter/end of fall.

Edit2: Price also varies depending on how much aftermarket mods the owner left on the bike. Not to mention if down the line you do plan on making your own mods once you are into motorcycling, it can be just as expensive or even more so like PC upgrading.

 

[Siddhartha]

Yes,
Getting a bike will help you get out of the house, get some sun, exercise, and meet new people.

 

[JulesMaximus]

Originally posted by: Imaginer

Originally posted by: Narse

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

You're correct, it would be a partial payment on the bike, I am selling my wife's old car for approx 1500. PC for 900-1000 and I have 1000 in cash. Looking at a good used 1100cc crusier.

Not to mention its only partial payment towards just the motorcycle. You also need to factor in safety riding gear, insurance, and if you had not taken the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, it is highly highly recommended as well.

And don't forget the cost of maintenance like a car. You definitely want your motorcycle to be in the best of shape.

Edit: I guess it is way late at night for me, didn't quite read everything. But yeah a good used 1100 crusier can range from about $3000 and up to about $8000 new (I am estimating the numbers from the last time I wen't and searched.) I purchased a used Honda Sabre 2000 with about 15K miles (judging by that, I would be a second owner) for about $4800.

Depending where you purchase the bike from, prices vary greatly. Looking at bikes sold in California compared to places around Texas and Oklahoma and it is vastly more expensive in California. Also, right now would be the most expensive time to buy a motorcycle since it is prime riding season. I purchased mine sometime in the winter/end of fall.

Edit2: Price also varies depending on how much aftermarket mods the owner left on the bike. Not to mention if down the line you do plan on making your own mods once you are into motorcycling, it can be just as expensive or even more so like PC upgrading.

What the hell are you babbling about? You can get great deals on new bikes here...I know, I just bought one a couple months ago. There is a lot of competition and choice so you can easily price shop different dealerships against each other. I picked up an '08 SV650 for slightly over msrp OTD. I could have gotten a brand new '07 for $5500 OTD but didn't care for the colors of that model year.

There are a ton of used bikes too so if you find someone asking a ridiculous amount for their bike you can easily find one who isn't...assuming it isn't a limited or low production bike. Harleys are a dime a dozen, there are tons of them for sale...same with sport bikes. If you're looking for something like a Ducati, Aprilia, or a new BMW, well, you're going to pay more for those bikes.

 

[Foxery]

Downgrade the PC - you still want something around for basic use - and get a used, non-Harley bike.

 

[olds]

Too late, looks like he bought it...

 

[alkemyst]

so you are resigning as a mod?

 

[olds]

Originally posted by: alkemyst
so you are resigning as a mod?

Welcome to 2007. Well almost.

 

[Chunkee]

Originally posted by: JulesMaximus

Originally posted by: Imaginer

Originally posted by: Narse

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

You're correct, it would be a partial payment on the bike, I am selling my wife's old car for approx 1500. PC for 900-1000 and I have 1000 in cash. Looking at a good used 1100cc crusier.

Not to mention its only partial payment towards just the motorcycle. You also need to factor in safety riding gear, insurance, and if you had not taken the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, it is highly highly recommended as well.

And don't forget the cost of maintenance like a car. You definitely want your motorcycle to be in the best of shape.

Edit: I guess it is way late at night for me, didn't quite read everything. But yeah a good used 1100 crusier can range from about $3000 and up to about $8000 new (I am estimating the numbers from the last time I wen't and searched.) I purchased a used Honda Sabre 2000 with about 15K miles (judging by that, I would be a second owner) for about $4800.

Depending where you purchase the bike from, prices vary greatly. Looking at bikes sold in California compared to places around Texas and Oklahoma and it is vastly more expensive in California. Also, right now would be the most expensive time to buy a motorcycle since it is prime riding season. I purchased mine sometime in the winter/end of fall.

Edit2: Price also varies depending on how much aftermarket mods the owner left on the bike. Not to mention if down the line you do plan on making your own mods once you are into motorcycling, it can be just as expensive or even more so like PC upgrading.

What the hell are you babbling about? You can get great deals on new bikes here...I know, I just bought one a couple months ago. There is a lot of competition and choice so you can easily price shop different dealerships against each other. I picked up an '08 SV650 for slightly over msrp OTD. I could have gotten a brand new '07 for $5500 OTD but didn't care for the colors of that model year.

There are a ton of used bikes too so if you find someone asking a ridiculous amount for their bike you can easily find one who isn't...assuming it isn't a limited or low production bike. Harleys are a dime a dozen, there are tons of them for sale...same with sport bikes. If you're looking for something like a Ducati, Aprilia, or a new BMW, well, you're going to pay more for those bikes.

CHILL and have a Newport man!!!

 

[JulesMaximus]

Originally posted by: Chunkee

Originally posted by: JulesMaximus

Originally posted by: Imaginer

Originally posted by: Narse

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

You're correct, it would be a partial payment on the bike, I am selling my wife's old car for approx 1500. PC for 900-1000 and I have 1000 in cash. Looking at a good used 1100cc crusier.

Not to mention its only partial payment towards just the motorcycle. You also need to factor in safety riding gear, insurance, and if you had not taken the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, it is highly highly recommended as well.

And don't forget the cost of maintenance like a car. You definitely want your motorcycle to be in the best of shape.

Edit: I guess it is way late at night for me, didn't quite read everything. But yeah a good used 1100 crusier can range from about $3000 and up to about $8000 new (I am estimating the numbers from the last time I wen't and searched.) I purchased a used Honda Sabre 2000 with about 15K miles (judging by that, I would be a second owner) for about $4800.

Depending where you purchase the bike from, prices vary greatly. Looking at bikes sold in California compared to places around Texas and Oklahoma and it is vastly more expensive in California. Also, right now would be the most expensive time to buy a motorcycle since it is prime riding season. I purchased mine sometime in the winter/end of fall.

Edit2: Price also varies depending on how much aftermarket mods the owner left on the bike. Not to mention if down the line you do plan on making your own mods once you are into motorcycling, it can be just as expensive or even more so like PC upgrading.

What the hell are you babbling about? You can get great deals on new bikes here...I know, I just bought one a couple months ago. There is a lot of competition and choice so you can easily price shop different dealerships against each other. I picked up an '08 SV650 for slightly over msrp OTD. I could have gotten a brand new '07 for $5500 OTD but didn't care for the colors of that model year.

There are a ton of used bikes too so if you find someone asking a ridiculous amount for their bike you can easily find one who isn't...assuming it isn't a limited or low production bike. Harleys are a dime a dozen, there are tons of them for sale...same with sport bikes. If you're looking for something like a Ducati, Aprilia, or a new BMW, well, you're going to pay more for those bikes.

CHILL and have a Newport man!!!

Thanks, I needed that. :laugh:

 

[imported_Imp]

No... I'd keep the PC and still get a bike. I hope you don't lose interest in the bike and actually take it seriously. Most of the people who fuel the "bike = death" fire are the once a week, rusty, I don't need no stinkin' training riders. Regardless, good luck.

 

[FiLeZz]

Originally posted by: alkemyst
so you are resigning as a mod?

He has more PCs than just the gaming PC!

 

[JDub02]

Originally posted by: Narse

Originally posted by: oldsmoboat
I doubt you can buy a motorcycle for what a PC is worth.
I built my gaming PC for $1200 (already had hard drives, case and optical drives). I could probably sell it for half that. $600 doesn't buy much of a motorcycle.

You're correct, it would be a partial payment on the bike, I am selling my wife's old car for approx 1500. PC for 900-1000 and I have 1000 in cash. Looking at a good used 1100cc crusier.

I give a big thumbs up to the Yamaha V-Star 1100. I have one and it's a fantastic bike. Lots of grunt, big aftermarket, and gets 45-50 mpg.