The Thailand expat forum for Travel, Lifestyle and Fun.

The Muffinman · 16-10-2009, 01:49 PM

Hello all,

I'm looking at buying a 2nd hand Honda Shadow 400 American Classic.

Anyone on here know what I should be forking out for say a 2002/2003 model?

Also, does anyone have any links to Thai websites advertising motorbike sales?

What are the costs to have the bike registered if it comes without plates?

Cheers for any help or hints!

Dave the Dude · 16-10-2009, 04:36 PM

This brings up 74 ads with the words Honda Shadow.......

##MOCYC.com## »ÃÐ¡ÒÈ«×éÍ¢ÒÂ ÁÍàµÍÃìä«¤ì ÍÑ¾à´··Ø¡ÅÁËÒÂã¨ ÁÒ¡·ÕèÊØ´ã¹»ÃÐà·Èä·Â

Rigger · 16-10-2009, 06:44 PM

I have had a Shadow 1100 ACE for the last 6 years and given it plenty and the only problem I have ever had is the fuel pump gave up. great reliable bikes. I paid 220K and 80K for a book, The bike was a new Jap import with 4k KL/M on the clock

Marmite the Dog · 16-10-2009, 10:11 PM

^ The 400 and the 1100 are nothing like the same bike. But, they're both Honda, so you can't go much wrong.

Rigger · 16-10-2009, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

^ The 400 and the 1100 are nothing like the same bike. But, they're both Honda, you can't go much wrong as long as you dont buy a yellow one

They both share the same look and many external parts, just as there are parts on my wifes steed that will fit on my shadow

The Muffinman · 18-10-2009, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rigger

I have had a Shadow 1100 ACE for the last 6 years and given it plenty and the only problem I have ever had is the fuel pump gave up. great reliable bikes. I paid 220K and 80K for a book, The bike was a new Jap import with 4k KL/M on the clock

Rigger,

Was thinking about doing the same, getting the bike imported in parts and having it assembled in Bangkok.

220K was a great price for a new 1100 model, I've been quoted 180K for a 750.

Also I've been told that it takes 3 months to get plates for the bike!!!

Any truth in that?

Cheers.

MeMock · 18-10-2009, 04:07 PM

http://teakdoor.com/1202667-post119.html

The Muffinman · 18-10-2009, 04:13 PM

Thanks for the picture!

At least now I know what the flipping thing looks like

Rigger · 18-10-2009, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Muffinman

Rigger, Was thinking about doing the same, getting the bike imported in parts and having it assembled in Bangkok. 220K was a great price for a new 1100 model, I've been quoted 180K for a 750. Also I've been told that it takes 3 months to get plates for the bike!!! Any truth in that? Cheers.

Mine was a 1995 ace that was imported form japan with low kl/m but looked like new with only 4000 k on the clock, I dont think they make the 1100 anymore or since 2004 I think. The shop did my book and if I remeber it cost 70K and took 2 to 3 months.
To get a good one your are better off paying that little bit extra and getting one that has been imported and you are the first owner,
most decent shops will give you 12 month warrenty on the engine and it wouldnt have been played with by the local mechanic.
Many of the shops have books and you can choose any bike you want and they will get it for you. I have shipped a full bike into Thailand before but would advise against doing that as they are cracking down more and more
Good luck

nedwalk · 18-10-2009, 04:40 PM

^ so not for sale?

Rigger · 18-10-2009, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nedwalk

^ so not for sale?

What the Shadow ? Nah its a good bike for when mates come over. Bloody miss me chopper I dont think its going to be done until after xmas

nedwalk · 19-10-2009, 05:27 AM

as long as she,s ready in june mate

Rigger · 19-10-2009, 08:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Muffinman

At least now I know what the flipping thing looks like

Heres the 1100 with a few changes

16-10-2009, 01:49 PM	#1 (permalink)
The Muffinman Petchabun Last Online: Yesterday 07:59 PM Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Nonthaburi Posts: 170	Honda Shadow 400 Hello all, I'm looking at buying a 2nd hand Honda Shadow 400 American Classic. Anyone on here know what I should be forking out for say a 2002/2003 model? Also, does anyone have any links to Thai websites advertising motorbike sales? What are the costs to have the bike registered if it comes without plates? Cheers for any help or hints!

16-10-2009, 06:44 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rigger Thailand Travel Forum Last Online: Yesterday 08:13 PM Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Nongbualamphu/Khon Kaen Posts: 5,299	I have had a Shadow 1100 ACE for the last 6 years and given it plenty and the only problem I have ever had is the fuel pump gave up. great reliable bikes. I paid 220K and 80K for a book, The bike was a new Jap import with 4k KL/M on the clock __________________ Work to ride & ride to work.

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

16-10-2009, 04:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
Dave the Dude Chiang Mai Last Online: 31-12-2009 05:49 PM Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Surin Posts: 9	This brings up 74 ads with the words Honda Shadow....... ##MOCYC.com## »ÃÐ¡ÒÈ«×éÍ¢ÒÂ ÁÍàµÍÃìä«¤ì ÍÑ¾à´··Ø¡ÅÁËÒÂã¨ ÁÒ¡·ÕèÊØ´ã¹»ÃÐà·Èä·Â

16-10-2009, 10:11 PM	#4 (permalink)
Marmite the Dog ผู้เชี่ยวชาญเปล่า Last Online: Yesterday 10:17 PM Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Simian Islands Posts: 31,871	^ The 400 and the 1100 are nothing like the same bike. But, they're both Honda, so you can't go much wrong.

18-10-2009, 04:07 PM	#7 (permalink)
MeMock Milkman was God Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Peppers Bakery, Ubon Ratchathani Posts: 10,043	http://teakdoor.com/1202667-post119.html

18-10-2009, 04:13 PM	#8 (permalink)
The Muffinman Petchabun Last Online: Yesterday 07:59 PM Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Nonthaburi Posts: 170	Thanks for the picture! At least now I know what the flipping thing looks like

18-10-2009, 04:40 PM	#10 (permalink)
nedwalk Thailand Forum Last Online: Today 02:10 AM Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: sunshine coast Posts: 4,699	^ so not for sale?

19-10-2009, 05:27 AM	#12 (permalink)
nedwalk Thailand Forum Last Online: Today 02:10 AM Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: sunshine coast Posts: 4,699	as long as she,s ready in june mate

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)