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Cheap Adventure | 2006 KTM 950 Adventure - $4,500
You could get a low mile XR650 or KLR OR you could get this beast with Dakar heritage. Low miles and professionally maintained. The only thing that needs to be checked on these is the water pump. For sale in Duvall WA on Craigslist.
BMW R80 G/S - $12,500
Beautiful base G/S with a hefty premium price. These are getting harder and harder to find. I’d expect somewhat more a rebuild for this price as the heads are coming due for a rebuild. I’d double check that vin, that riveted bit is NOT factory and the other one looks like shit as well. Rare front fork brace is a nice plus as well as hard to find tach. Look under the ride side cylinder on the frame. For sale in LA on Craigslist.
1990 Honda XRV750 - The Original Africa Twin - $5,500
Japanese import appears to be US legal. Great looking example even though mileage is high. Has not been offroaded by the owner and some worn parts have been replaced like the shock. For sale in the Seattle area on Craigslist.
88 XT600Z Tenere - $900
Cheap project. Imported from Australia and rare to see stateside, the Tenere was active in desert racing all over and notably Dakar and is a many time winner as a chassis. Seems like a deal if it’s got a title and you can get some parts for it. Look at that tank! For sale in the Portland area on Craigslist.
2003 BMW F650GS Dakar - $3,850
I believe this is the last year of the over the bucket valve shim bike which makes valve adjustments a bit easier and I think the earlier graphics are nicer as well. This motor beat out the big twin racing in Dakar in it’s carburetor days. These motors are solid. For sale in Petaluma on Craigslist
1995 BMW R100 GSPD - $6,600
Lowish miles for an airhead but some maintenance is coming up. Would be a good idea to inspect the valves and it’s almost time for heads on this bike. Last year of the airhead which is very cool and appears to be very original and complete other than the seat which is a good thing. Small oil leak from the pan gasket otherwise running well says the seller. For sale in Belmont on Craigslist.
2005-1/2 KTM 950 Adventure S - FSOT - $8,500
Some think this is the best year of the 950 adventure. This one is a better carb’ed model and the owner says it runs like a bat out of hell with the upgrades it has received to the intake, exhaust, and jetting. About every mod you can do to this bike and low miles but asking a premium price. This is a Dakar class bike ready to ride anywhere. For sale in San Francisco on Craigslist. This is one of the best bikes and motors KTM ever made.
2004 KTM 950 Adventure - $4,500
Cheap adventure. Last of the true Dakar bikes. tons of torque and holds lots of fuel for those long days. this is an early carb’ed model which will become for desirable for travelers. For sale in San Jose on Craigslist.
1998 KTM 640 (620) Adventure Low Miles - $3200
Basket case barn find. Some assembly required. These were very low production factory rally bikes made for Dakar. I owned a later model of this bike and it will shake the fillings out of your mouth but it was the best rally chassis I ever rode and is extremely capable off road in the right hands (not mine :) ). For sale in the East Bay on Craigslist.
1993 BMW R100GS PD - $5900
I’d consider this “cheap” even if all of that work hadn’t been done so classifying this one as a deal! For sale in Colorado on Craigslist. From the ad:
This is an unfortunate posting for me; as I am selling the most reliable machine, out of a great many, I have ever had the pleasure of owning. This Beemer has had two owners (including me). When I found this bike, I had the fortunate pleasure to do a full rebuild (engine, tranny cir-clip, spline lubed, etc..) with one (west coast) of the two United States BMW motorcycle importers whom naturally was a master mechanic on all the bikes he imported; he worked for BMW from the early 70's-late 00's. Therefore, all of the up-keep and maintenance has been done by me. It is custom for me to have a shop double-check the bike before large expeditions. Never anything but excellent reviews fro my mechanic. "runs like a watch"
It comes with a great many things because this bike is ready to ride around the world tomorrow.
Included:
Ohlins rear shock rebuild (not by me) - very recent.
Silver Canyon Cut Happy Trails Panniers.
Aerostitch electric pump/ patch kit.
ABUS lock W/ Chain.
1992 BMW R100 GS - $4900
Late model airhead GS adult owned and maintained. Lots of goodies on this one. Although you only get a 17 inch rear wheel in the rear you trade up for tubeless rims which are nice for easy tire changes and flat repair. For sale in San Anselmo on Craigslist.
New Pirelli Scorpion Trail tires
original seat and Paris Dakar solo seat
driving lights
heated grips
factory side cases keyed to match ignition key
Fox twin clicker shock
Race Tech fork kit
skid plate
updated driveshaft
transmission
alternator
1981 BMW R80G/S - $8250
The legend awaits a new owner. Some of the expensive stuff has already been done which is nice, 1000cc upgrade and rebuilt speedo($500 usually) for the G/S. Still one of the best all around dual sport bikes in my opinion and collectible at that. I've seen this bike in person and know the owner to be meticulous and a stand up guy. For sale in LA on Craigslist.
1988 BMW R100GS GS Paris Dakar - $5500
I've always been partial to BMW's. Especially the Paris Dakar models. I miss the race through Africa, hope it makes it back some day. Here is Bumble Bee PD, not a big fan of the paralever, prefer the classic monolever that had so many wins at Dakar but the later models got better forks and love the big gas tank and styling of this bike. 57k miles which means its time for heads and inspection of the driveshaft if they haven't been done and keep an eye out for rear main seal leaks. Other than that, thing thing is just breaking in. Looks to be cross posted from Medford Craigslist.