How much to pay for trade?

[whizzit]

Here is the scoop. This guy at work wants to trade his 2005 yzf250 for my 1997 cr250r with $3000. My cr is in good shape. Not raced, new brakes, asv levers, grips, starts in the first few kicks, etc. I haven't looked at his but it sounds like its in good condition as well, with a brand new rear tire.

Now I will definitly look at his before I do the trade I'm just wondering if that sounds like a good deal?

I've looked online for comparisons but still would like some input from other people who might know more about bikes and prices than I do.

Anyways, I'm leaning towards yes. A newer bike, plus a four stroke for next summer to race, I think great!

 

[J-man]

that's a step down in power and r u paying the $3000 or is he. If you are then that is not a good deal.

 

[BLACKeR]

i would buy his bike without a trade for $3000. i think your getting hosed

 

[_JOE_]

I agree with blacker. 3000 for the yzf is the most I'de give him.

 

[IndyMX]

Remember, bike prices in Canada don't compare to US bike prices.

 

[_JOE_]

The dollar is very close, but the market may be different. In any market a yzf250 isn't worth a 97 cr250 AND 3000. Mabe that bike and 1000.

 

[BLACKeR]

the guy from work is really pissed you started this thread.

 

[_JOE_]

the guy from work is really pissed you started this thread.

Lol. Sure, he thought he was getting the deal of the century.

 

[nikki]

In US dollars, there are plenty of 2005 YZ250F's for sale for $2,800-$3,500. So to give him $3,000 and your bike is not a good deal... it's pretty much like he would be getting your CR250 for free... or pretty close... not sure how the Canadian vs. US dollars works in there... but still.

 

[whizzit]

Thanks for all the input. After thinking about yea, i do think I'm getting hosed. Even if my bike is older, it is a step down in power...and for $3000? I'll see what I can do about lowering that substantially.