December 7th, 2008 
admin Mountain Bikes On eBay
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 2006 Maverick ML 7 5 Medium W Durance Rear Triangle  US $310.00
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 2010 Gary Fisher RIG single speed 29er US $761.00
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 Specialized Enduro S works Frame with E160 fork US $1,500.00
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 Giant Trance XO Full Suspension mountain bike US $1,799.99
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 Specialized Demo 8 frame 2011 US $1,500.00
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 2007 Specialized SX Trail Fully CUSTOM Build US $1,850.00
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 Palomar GT Bicycle Retail $240 US $85.00
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 NEW 26 Shimano Folding Bicycle Mountain Bike 6 Speed Foldable Storage Silver US $139.95
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 Gary Fisher Super Fly 100 US $2,599.00
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 03 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Large Frame Pushed US $202.50
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 scott speedster raceing bike US $102.50
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 KHS Mountain Bike Frame with rear shock XL size US $255.00
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Sport Bike Soul Stuck in a Cruiser Cycle?
I've been riding for three years now. I started on a 1980 Honda CX500 which was a great learning bike, nimble enough for a 6' 3" guy at 215lbs. After a year on that I moved up to a '99 Kawasaki Nomad 1500. I loved that bike, all the way up until I realized I'm addicted to the canyons up here in Colorado's Rocky Mountains, I don't really need the bags, as I could strap what minimal gear I'm not wearing down for a weekend trip out of town. I've only ever learned about cruiser bikes when I was making my purchase for the Kawasaki, I don't know much about the sportier bikes, so with this riding style (and locale) in mind, I'm just looking for a direction in a newer bike. I won't be buying new, and I'm just looking for a few to test ride. Really the bike will end up speaking for itself, they always do.
Thanks in advance!
You want a sport-touring bike. This is a huge category today, partly because real sport bikes have become so extreme and single-purpose (Honda CBR, Suzuki GSX-R, etc.) The sport-touring idea goes back to a time when a 'touring' bike was any bike you could bungee a sleeping bag to, and a 'sport' bike was a standard that you modified yourself with stiffer springs, lower handlebars, more aggressive tires, etc.
The first sport-touring bike was the BMW 'airhead', and it's still a great bike if you can find a good used one (I have one). Today some mfgrs use the term 'sport-touring' for their standard bikes. But there is a large category of motorcycles big and comfortable enough for touring but still good-handling enough that you can enjoy twisty mountain roads, throwing the bike into corners, etc.
Actually there is a range of sport-tourers from sport to tourer. Some are more towards the sporting end of the spectrum (Honda VFR, for instance) and some are touring bike with sporty pretensions (like the Honda ST1300). There is a compromise between bigger, more stable, more comfortable vs smaller, faster, better-handling. And the range is fairly wide. Look around and you'll see.
Kawasaki KE100 1999
Mountain Bikes @ Amazon
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Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror List Price: $18.00 Sale Price: $9.70 Used From: $10.92  |
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The Mountain Bicycle Mirror from Mirrycle provides a wide view of the cars behind you, so that you don't have to turn your head as you bike. Designed to fit mountain bike style handlebars, the three-inch round mirror mounts on your handlebar's bar end in minutes with the included wrench... |
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Avenir Nylon Bicycle Cover (Mountain Bike) List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $20.99 |
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Protect your ride from the elements with this form fitting nylon bike cover! |
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Planet Bike Beamer 3 LED Bicycle Light with Quick Cam Bracket Mount List Price: $24.99 Sale Price: $19.99 Used From: $24.99 |
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Whether you're a 24-hour racer or a super commuter, the Planet Bike Beamer 3 bicycle light will keep your path well lit. The Beamer 3 is equipped with three white Nichia eXtreme v2.0 LEDs, which not only illuminate your way after the sun has gone down, but also make you visible to passing cars or pedestrians... |
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Mongoose Status 3.0 Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike (26-Inch Wheels) List Price: $369.99 Sale Price: $335.74 |
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The Mongoose Status 3.0 26-inch dual-suspension mountain bike is equipped with everything you need for trail riding. The bike features a full suspension frame that maximizes comfort and performance, along with an SR suspension fork designed to smooth bumps and increase control... |
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Topeak DeFender M1 Mountain Bike Fender (Front) List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $13.85 |
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* Stylish 2pc wide profile front fender offers maximum dirt protection. * Quick release front mount easily attaches to suspension forks in seconds. * Dual compound two tone injected nylon for durability... |
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Topeak Bike Cover (Mountain Bikes) List Price: $49.95 Sale Price: $28.21 |
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Protect your bike from the elements with the Topeak Bike Cover. It quickly folds to a compact size for storage and just as quickly unfolds to offer weather-resistant protection for your mountain bike. Specifications: Material: 190T nylon Dimensions: 70 by 24... |
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Diamondback Cobra 20 Jr Boys Mountain Bike (20-Inch Wheels) |
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With a steel frame built for speed on dirt trails but with features conducive to a beginner, The Cobra 20 Jr. Mountain Bike is Diamondback's introductory mountain bike for boys. It features a front suspension fork, and durable Shimano twist shifters and derailleurs for trouble-free, single-handed gear changes that familiarize the beginning rider with the process of shifting... |
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Schwinn 20-Function Bike Computer List Price: $19.99 Sale Price: $11.98 Used From: $5.81 |
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Improve your workout efficiency when cycling with this Schwinn 20-function bike computer. Designed to attach securely to your handlebar, the computer tracks such info as speed, distance, time, and calories burned, helping you develop an effective workout routine with each ride... |
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Topeak Pocket Rocket Master Blaster Bike Pump List Price: $21.95 Sale Price: $14.00 |
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The Pocket Rocket Master Blaster from Topeak is a lightweight mini pump designed for road use, with an efficient design that pumps to 160 psi. Weighing in at just 4.05 ounces, the Pocket Rocket features alloy barrel construction with a soft Kraton head and plastic handle for a secure grip as you pump... |
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GMC Topkick Dual-Suspension Mountain Bike List Price: $299.99 Sale Price: $299.99 Used From: $400.00 |
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The GMC Topkick 21-Speed Mountain Bike features a full-suspension, strong aluminum frame that utilizes a floating beam suspension design that is mated to a Zoom suspension fork with elastomer/spring technology... |
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