How much is a big red worth?

[dlgorie@yahoo.c]

Hello I am looking at possibly purchasing a 1985 Big Red 250 from the original owner. I was wondering what it is worth? The bike is located 2 hours away from me though. Looking at the picture it looks like a real nice trike. I spoke with the owner and it has the original tires on it, but one tire doesnt hold air. It needs a new battery and the gas tank leaks. It hasnt been run in over a year he said. Plastics look good because its been kept in an airplane hanger since new. However for the past 3 months the bike has been kept outside under a tarp because he sold his plane. What is it worth? He was asking $600 but said since I am so far away that he would take $500. What do you guys think?

[dlgorie@yahoo.c]

what do you guys think???

[fabiodriven]

I think if you really want it you should take that link down.

[mike1979]

Not too bad, it looks to be in reall nice shape

[Kerick]

Looks like a good deal...If I were you id take that link down, someone on here might snag it from under ya

[350Xccelerator]

Looks like an awesome deal.

[lndy650]

thats worth triple what hes asking.... erase your fisrt post that will erase the whole thread and hope someone dosent buy it on ya. snag that thing quick!!

[Thorpe]

Buy It Now

[dlgorie@yahoo.c]

Ok I posted it so you guys could see a picture. I was hoping since everyone on here seems to be nice honest trike lovers that no one would steal it from me.

[lndy650]

most of us wouldnt but you cant trust people...

[code200k]

Ok I posted it so you guys could see a picture. I was hoping since everyone on here seems to be nice honest trike lovers that no one would steal it from me.

:shiftyeyes: some wouldn't..but you can't trust nobody...but if it's in the condition you say it is then it is well worth it

[dlgorie@yahoo.c]

Ok sounds good. I called the owner back and set up a time tomorrow to pick it up. it Is 150 miles away but i love 3 wheelers. I'm going to sell my 125m to help fix this one up.

[Kerick]

Good Luck, post some pics when you bring it home

[keister]

Original owner machines are the best. Otherwise, you end up with a trike that's been passed around like a moonshine jug at a campfire.

[oscarmayer]

sounds like a winning deal. go get it!

[Honda_Dude]

Thanks for posting that link. This thing runs GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!







j/k go buy that thing......

[dlgorie@yahoo.c]

just picked it up for $450. ill get pics up soon. The bike needs work. rear fender cracked up in one spot, gas tank leaks on both sides, the carb is varnished up good, the racks are a bit rusty, battery is dead, and one rear tire doesn't hold air. The good thing is its all original including the tires. How much will a tank run me? and a rear fender? I'm going to fix up the bike and make it into a good clean rider. The racks are gonna go to a friend of mine that does powder coating

[dlgorie@yahoo.c]

I looked on ebay and saw new plastic tanks for sale and maier rear fenders too. Does anyone have experience with a plastic tank on a big red? should I buy a used metal tank or go with a new plastic? My goal is to have a very clean bike to ride, doesn't have to be a show bike.... And what about the maier fenders? Is there any drilling involved or do they just bolt right on?

[MonroeMike]

Congrats on the new ride.

[AutoXer]

go plastic the metal red tanks are big $$$

[keister]

Get a plastic tank - won't rust or dent.

[Blackmouth]

Had my plastic tank on my BR for ~10 years, its not faded, still shiny, put some Honda decals on it. It looks sharp. Like it better than the metal tank, I don't have gas running down my knees...lol.

[aldochina]

If its solid, and still looks nice, with a few pin holes, you may want to consider getting a tank lining kit. much cheaper than a new tank, and usually will seal up most small holes. The metal tanks are much better looking. Congrats on the buy, post some pics

[dlgorie@yahoo.c]

Ok. the tank is a bit rusty so I'm going to go with the plastic tank. Should I go with a clarke tank or does it matter?