I have a red '06 with under 5000 miles that I'm selling...it's in pristine shape. If any interest, let me know.

If you don't mind traveling a bit, I have a red '06 with 4600 miles that I'd like to get ~$6500 for....I'm in the Philly area.

Send me an e-mail using the button below if interested.

UglyDuc sell a tool that looks quite slick and might be what you are looking for:

http://www.multistrada.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2347

One of these days I'll probably get one myself....

Go for it, have no regrets! I'm also thinking 620 for you. Just be prepared to shell out when it drops....

No problem akey, you'll find there's a lot a great people on this site and tons of info!

Just be aware that this bike is a big change from a Gixxer - but IMO one of the best street bikes ever made.

Do a search here using the keyword "reliability" and you will find hours of reading.

Some examples:

http://www.multistrada.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=13765&highlight=reliability

http://www.multistrada.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=13085&highlight=reliability

http://www.multistrada.net/forum/viewtopic ...

Uhhh, there's no such thing as an '04 "S".

I think the troll is gone....

Even if this particular one doesn't work out, there are still plenty to go around...keep shopping.

Well, there's ton's of info on this site, search keyword "reliability" and you'll get hours of reading. Basically these bike are great. There are a few quirks about them, but nothing major maintenance wise. Sounds like for your purposes, the Multi would be perfect. Lots of members here use the Multi ...

The way I see it:

red key = cash

about $1200 or so

should you ever find yourself in need of it.

Sounds pretty good, but it's still a used bike. I agree that some haggling would get rid of any doubt. It could have the valve guide problem, you know.... I agree with potomacduc about the price.

One thing that concerns me is the seat height. I sat on one at a motorcycle show last month and thought the seat height was a little high and was wondering if that might be an issue. I'm 5'9" and 180 lbs with a 30 inch inseam. Anyone around that size have an issue with seat height?
I'm about the ...

Hey canyonchaser, you've got a fan!

CSF wrote:I have recently bought an 06 MTS, manufactured in August 05, with 85 miles on it.....

Looks like he pulled the trigger some time ago....

(good move!)