What's it worth?

[road dog_imp]

I lieu of buying a new CB1100 (for now at least) think I'm about to buy this... http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/1988-...-113175964

Would anyone like to give their opinion on how overpriced you think the asking price might be?

[Powerdogg55]

Can't access the link???

[road dog_imp]

Can't access the link???

hmmm... not sure how to fix it... it works for me.

maybe try this link then click on the first result... [url=https://www.google.com/search?num=20&site=&source=hp&q=1988+Honda+Hawk+NT650+Standard+Roanoke%2C+TX+76262&oq=1988+Honda+Hawk+NT650+Standard+Roanoke%2C+TX+76262&gs_l=hp.3...1264.13450.0.14712.4.4.0.0.0.0.201.524.0j3j1.4.0....0...1c.1.55.​hp..4.0.0.0.ervHfib35Uk]https://www.google.com/search?num=20&sit...rvHfib35Uk

[Powerdogg55]

That one works. Great looking bike. Not knowing what these models sold for new hard to say if the price is right. Did note owner wants to move up to a bigger bike. I looked at a lot of bikes before I bought the CB 1100 and I am convinced beyond any reasonable doubt I made the right call.

[flynrider]

That is a very nice looking NT650. That being said, the price seems waaaaay out there. KBB says dealer retail price in excellent condition would be $2600 and trade-in around $1600. That sounds reasonable. The seller's "firm" price of $4300 seems unreasonable for a 24 yr. old 650 twin.

[road dog_imp]

That one works. Great looking bike. Not knowing what these models sold for new hard to say if the price is right. Did note owner wants to move up to a bigger bike. I looked at a lot of bikes before I bought the CB 1100 and I am convinced beyond any reasonable doubt I made the right call.

Yup... hard to arrive at a figure I'm totally comfortable with. I'm curious how old you are. Prior broken wrists and bones in my right hand, now at age 55 I'm really looking for the one perfect bike to ride over the next 10 yrs (hopefully more). Love the retro bikes, but I've decided the Triumphs will be going at some point, and I really think the CB1100 may be more bike than I'll need by the time I'm pushin 65.

That is a very nice looking NT650. That being said, the price seems waaaaay out there. KBB says dealer retail price in excellent condition would be $2600 and trade-in around $1600. That sounds reasonable. The seller's "firm" price of $4300 seems unreasonable for a 24 yr. old 650 twin.

Thanks... seller is agreeable to $4000 but still seems like a lot. I do know you can't go by book value with these bikes. An average 24 yr old bike should have what, I dunno... 30-40K miles? This one has under 8K, and I understand they're a pretty desirable model. A Honda w/ 8K miles could easily have another 92K left in it.

[the Ferret]

Guth has one. Maybe he would know it's value

[Powerdogg55]

That one works. Great looking bike. Not knowing what these models sold for new hard to say if the price is right. Did note owner wants to move up to a bigger bike. I looked at a lot of bikes before I bought the CB 1100 and I am convinced beyond any reasonable doubt I made the right call.

Yup... hard to arrive at a figure I'm totally comfortable with. I'm curious how old you are. Prior broken wrists and bones in my right hand, now at age 55 I'm really looking for the one perfect bike to ride over the next 10 yrs (hopefully more). Love the retro bikes, but I've decided the Triumphs will be going at some point, and I really think the CB1100 may be more bike than I'll need by the time I'm pushin 65.

That is a very nice looking NT650. That being said, the price seems waaaaay out there. KBB says dealer retail price in excellent condition would be $2600 and trade-in around $1600. That sounds reasonable. The seller's "firm" price of $4300 seems unreasonable for a 24 yr. old 650 twin.

Thanks... seller is agreeable to $4000 but still seems like a lot. I do know you can't go by book value with these bikes. An average 24 yr old bike should have what, I dunno... 30-40K miles? This one has under 8K, and I understand they're a pretty desirable model. A Honda w/ 8K miles could easily have another 92K left in it.

Yup... hard to arrive at a figure I'm totally comfortable with. I'm curious how old you are. Prior broken wrists and bones in my right hand, now at age 55 I'm really looking for the one perfect bike to ride over the next 10 yrs (hopefully more). Love the retro bikes, but I've decided the Triumphs will be going at some point, and I really think the CB1100 may be more bike than I'll need by the time I'm pushin 65.

Turned 59 in August. The CB is exactly what I was searching for after retirement. A "gentleman's motorcycle" first class. When I park it I catch mysf looking back not once but twice!

That is a very nice looking NT650. That being said, the price seems waaaaay out there. KBB says dealer retail price in excellent condition would be $2600 and trade-in around $1600. That sounds reasonable. The seller's "firm" price of $4300 seems unreasonable for a 24 yr. old 650 twin.

Thanks... seller is agreeable to $4000 but still seems like a lot. I do know you can't go by book value with these bikes. An average 24 yr old bike should have what, I dunno... 30-40K miles? This one has under 8K, and I understand they're a pretty desirable model. A Honda w/ 8K miles could easily have another 92K left in it.

[Motogeezer1949_imp]

Looks like it'd be pretty comfy. Handlebar placement good. These don't have a lot of power, but they handle sweet do have a cult following. Don't forget, v-twins vibrate
Search the Internet for a road test. That should also tell you what issues to look for.
I agree with the $2800 number, though I'd try for $2500 and make him work to budge me from it.
4k is a little rich IMO. They sold for that new.

[road dog_imp]

Guth has one. Maybe he would know it's value

Oh yea... forgot all about that. Would love to hear your input on the ride as well, Guth. I know it's apples to oranges, but a CB1100 to NT650 comparison would be perfect.

That one works. Great looking bike. Not knowing what these models sold for new hard to say if the price is right. Did note owner wants to move up to a bigger bike. I looked at a lot of bikes before I bought the CB 1100 and I am convinced beyond any reasonable doubt I made the right call.

Yup... hard to arrive at a figure I'm totally comfortable with. I'm curious how old you are. Prior broken wrists and bones in my right hand, now at age 55 I'm really looking for the one perfect bike to ride over the next 10 yrs (hopefully more). Love the retro bikes, but I've decided the Triumphs will be going at some point, and I really think the CB1100 may be more bike than I'll need by the time I'm pushin 65.

That is a very nice looking NT650. That being said, the price seems waaaaay out there. KBB says dealer retail price in excellent condition would be $2600 and trade-in around $1600. That sounds reasonable. The seller's "firm" price of $4300 seems unreasonable for a 24 yr. old 650 twin.

Thanks... seller is agreeable to $4000 but still seems like a lot. I do know you can't go by book value with these bikes. An average 24 yr old bike should have what, I dunno... 30-40K miles? This one has under 8K, and I understand they're a pretty desirable model. A Honda w/ 8K miles could easily have another 92K left in it.

Yup... hard to arrive at a figure I'm totally comfortable with. I'm curious how old you are. Prior broken wrists and bones in my right hand, now at age 55 I'm really looking for the one perfect bike to ride over the next 10 yrs (hopefully more). Love the retro bikes, but I've decided the Triumphs will be going at some point, and I really think the CB1100 may be more bike than I'll need by the time I'm pushin 65.

Turned 59 in August. The CB is exactly what I was searching for after retirement. A "gentleman's motorcycle" first class. When I park it I catch mysf looking back not once but twice!

That is a very nice looking NT650. That being said, the price seems waaaaay out there. KBB says dealer retail price in excellent condition would be $2600 and trade-in around $1600. That sounds reasonable. The seller's "firm" price of $4300 seems unreasonable for a 24 yr. old 650 twin.

Thanks... seller is agreeable to $4000 but still seems like a lot. I do know you can't go by book value with these bikes. An average 24 yr old bike should have what, I dunno... 30-40K miles? This one has under 8K, and I understand they're a pretty desirable model. A Honda w/ 8K miles could easily have another 92K left in it.

I'd love a CB1100, but I'm really trying to consider the bike I "need" as apposed to what I usually go for... the bike I "want". Prior broken wrists and several broken bones in my right hand have really taken a toll on comfort & endurance in my wrists and grip strength in my hand. My normal riding these days is limited to exactly what the Hawk is known for... around town commuting, short distance touring, and weekend pleasure riding.

Looks like it'd be pretty comfy. Handlebar placement good. These don't have a lot of power, but they handle sweet do have a cult following. Don't forget, v-twins vibrate
Search the Internet for a road test. That should also tell you what issues to look for.
I agree with the $2800 number, though I'd try for $2500 and make him work to budge me from it.
4k is a little rich IMO. They sold for that new.

FWIW, a new CBX sold for under $4000 in 1979. Nice one go for twice that now. But I am starting to think his asking price may be as much as a grand over what I'd consider "fair" and I should "hang in there" in hopes of a CB1100. On the other hand, there's also this... http://www.cycletrader.com/listing/1988-...-111179526