Cr80

Hello, I'm new to the forum but I think this is the right section.

I'm looking into getting a new dirtbike, I have a bad one from pepboys and I'm wondering if it'll be worth it to get a Cr80 that needs some work for $350.
"ok ive had people come here and look at this thing and said o i gotta put a lot of money into it. UR GETTING A BIKE FOR 350$! come one now. well this bike is for sale STILL it needs a new clutch new front brake caliper and wire. the master cylinder is fine just the caliper and wire snaped. 350 firm. please no tire kickers or anything like that. i need it gone by tomorrow. i have the title for it too so yea... if u dont like this good luck finding something better for 350 firm. call me anytime asap ***-****-****"
quoted from the craigslist post.
Would it be worth it to get this for 350? It still needs replacement and would it cost a lot to replace it? Thhank you.

Can someone please help me with this. I need to know by tonight.

Rich Rohrich said:

You described a pile of junk, sold by a dimwit. If that's worth $350 to you, have at it. Anyone with any sense will suggest you keep looking.

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Well sorry I'm just trying to find a cheaper dirtbike because I don't know much about them and I don't have thousands to spend. Thank you for posting though.

flyingfuzzball said:

if you are looking for a first bike then a cr80 would probably not be the best choice. i would look at something like an XR100 or a TTR125. they are much easier and have a lot lower maintenance shedule. they are also much easier to ride compared to the 2T 80/85's which have almost no low end power.

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I do have a dirtbike but it's not the best. I've always rode my friends DRZ110 a few times and I can handle the power. I've had my dirtbike for at least 6 years, but I just never was too into it until now.
I guess I'll just save up and I was looking at the KX85. Would that be a good bike to get?

justalonewolf007 said:

It'd depend all on your age, height, weight, riding style, and cash flow. If you check out the "sticky" at the top of this section, you'll notice a thread called "help us help you." Fill it out, and we'll be able to answer your questions far more accurately.

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Thank you. I will do so.

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1) your physical size (both height and weight are important)
5'2" 120 lbs
2) How physical / aggressive are you ?
I'm not really sure what that means..
3) what do you plan to ride- MX/SX tracks, woods, fields with friends or ?????
woods, and fields with friends for now, One day going to race hopefully haha.
4) Do you have any riding experience?
Yes I do.
5) Do you think you will race ?
Yes one day.
6) Are you mechanically inclined and will you be doing your own bike work?
MY friends and their dad knows a lot about all that stuff so I'll probably get help from them.
7) Do YOU have a preferance to a brand/ motor choice (2 or 4 stroke)?
I'd rather have a 2 stroke.
8) Do you have a dealer close by your home that you might use and what brand(s) does he carry?
I believe I do. Maybe find one used though.
9) How much ($) do you plan to spend on a bike?
Well I'm hoping to spend maybe around 900 and below.. I don't have enough money but I'm going to be working and I'll be raising money. I could always work up for something more though.
10) Do you live in California?
No
11) Your age?
15
12) anything else that you think would help form an opinion
I don't believe so.