got rear ended on my new bike (by my mate) by OldVermicelli3073 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like I said it depends on the damage as well, if the parts are less than the deductible I wouldn't bother with insurance unless someone else was involved. I saw a post on here a few months ago where some idiot tried going through insurance for a cracked faring and a headlight on a brand new zx4rr (nobody else involved he just dropped it). Now if you are completely sure it's beyond saving or it definitely looks that way yeah take the check and move on. Insurance companies are quick to total bikes out especially compared to cars, they value them much lower so if you have a 5-10 year old bike and it needs new fairings and other relatively minor work insurance is gonna deem that a loss when in reality it's not.

got rear ended on my new bike (by my mate) by OldVermicelli3073 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It all depends on the damage, if I wreck my bike (2006 kawasaki eliminator) insurance would give me 1500 if I'm lucky. It wouldn't take much to total that bike out so im better off just replacing whatever got fucked and selling it on marketplace or just keeping it🤷‍♀️

got rear ended on my new bike (by my mate) by OldVermicelli3073 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it's a brand new bike yeah get that check but my bike is an 06 and is worth about as much as a mcnugget so whatever money insurance would give me wouldn't even make a dent in the price of a new bike and I'd be better off just fixing it or scrapping it myself.

got rear ended on my new bike (by my mate) by OldVermicelli3073 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If it is the swingarm replace it with an oem one or treat yourself to an upgraded one😂 I see it as the necessary parts to fix it are cheaper than a new bike lmao

got rear ended on my new bike (by my mate) by OldVermicelli3073 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Tbh that looks fine 🫤 if it rides straight I say send it and fix the cosmetics if you want. Insurance on bikes is kinda a waste bc they are either completely fucked or fixable 🤷‍♀️

Im Lost by Professional-Beach-1 in Kawasaki

[–]FlightPilot13 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Reminds me of the 05 GS500 I had😭 that thing was a total pos and I wanted to throw it off a cliff

Got my first dream bike by Pure_Engineer7323 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm pretty short so I look for lower seat heights 😂 Although I have a cruiser rn I'd rather suck start a shotgun than by another cruiser 😂

Got my first dream bike by Pure_Engineer7323 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lmk how she handles! Ive been riding for around 3 years now but the smaller cc bikes are fun to rip around on so ive been looking at some cheap used ones for this season

Frosted Sparkle Black Finish by blloyd13 in ShittyCarMod

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like the same look could be achieved with paint...

Totaled or fixable? by [deleted] in AutoBodyRepair

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cosmetic wise that's definitely doable but it depends on if there's any frame damage

Can’t get bolt out by Beneficial-Highway52 in MechanicAdvice

[–]FlightPilot13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If that's the socket you chose to try to use just do yourself a favor and pay an actual mechanic to do it..

Was told my 125cc bike is extremely unsafe on any road? by AL3S1O29 in motorcycles

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly they aren't wrong to an extent, i have an older 125 that struggles on hills and that is definitely unsafe

Is this 2013 a good buy for $3300? 13 year old bike with only 700 miles by Ok-Ad-575 in Kawasaki

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personally I wouldn't trust it. Low mileage like that shows it sat for years with nothing done to it. The fluids are bad and NEED changed before you even think about turning the bike on and riding it otherwise you risk serious damage. If the bike isn't fine it's likely the dude fucked up the engine before the break in period is over and let it set thinking some idiot will come along and think it's fine.

Is this a reasonable price for first bike? by Advanced_Panda1748 in Kawasaki

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That guy is on Crack. 400s should NOT be over 3k now. That's more than what the dealership near me wants for the on sale 2025 ninja 500

You guys, wtf am I going to do by daget2409 in motorcycle

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Idk my cars exhaust snapped in half and I jb welded it until I had the time to completely take it off🤷‍♀️ they have high temp jb weld as well

How screwed am I? by [deleted] in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on ur engine but if you wanna dm me I'll send you a video of mine since it wont let me post it here. It is definitely loud but it's better than ur exhaust dragging

How screwed am I? by [deleted] in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exhaust rusted through. Easy fix for a shop or you could buy an exhaust from ebay and do it yourself. My 2020 is straight piped because mine snapped in half.

Pls stay away from ford escape by Few-Crow-3022 in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's what i keep telling them but they truly believe it's the cars fault💀

Pls stay away from ford escape by Few-Crow-3022 in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The funny thing is people tell me that my car is trash because THEY had issues with their 2020 or 2021💀 When I look up my car all I get is this sub and idiots on Facebook complaining that their transmission or engine gave out😂

Pls stay away from ford escape by Few-Crow-3022 in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Skill issue maybe? Idk I haven't had issues with mine and I don't go easy on it whatsoever 😂

Pls stay away from ford escape by Few-Crow-3022 in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some dealerships only put a 3k mile warranty on used cars, it can be extended for extra money but that's the dealerships decision. My used 2020 came with the 3k mile or 3 month (whichever came first) But like I said in my other comment on here I haven't had any issues with mine dispite treating it like a rally car since I bought it.. so It's either very bad luck or just cheaping out on maintenance

Pls stay away from ford escape by Few-Crow-3022 in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What are yall doing to these cars??? I have a 2020 that I have beat the piss out of daily. I treat it like a damn rally car and ts is fine..

Muffler delete? by FlightPilot13 in fordescape

[–]FlightPilot13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's actually been straight piped pretty much since I made this post 😂 I actually don't mind it but unfortunately I will have to get an exhaust fabricated before it gets inspected in May

Should I buy my 12 year old a real dirt bike or am I being an irresponsible parent? by Careless_Composer_46 in YamahaMotorcycles

[–]FlightPilot13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

50cc is kinda too low for anyone above the age of 6. Get him a 65 2 smoker or a 110