Idk what maxpat82 said because i dont understand french well, but i think i have to agree? from what i DO understand? lol
A buddy of mine bought a fairly new ninja 650r bright green. Another friend bought a brand new ninja 650r red. The one in the green is having more mechanical problems now, at only 3000miles (not even broken in all the way) than the red which has i think about the same mileage. So Head you may be right. I think though that having a motorcycle is a big investment to begin with. In addition to the money you may spend to rebuild, and the bike itself, your always going to spend for better parts, upgrade, etc. Example, i bought my bike for 2800, and ive had it for almost a year now, and i found myself spending about $1000 extra. With $3800, i could of bought a nice bike, with no issues, etc. But i totally understand where your coming from man.