Buy 2020 model or wait?

[brian bham]

Hey. I owned a couple Busas back in the early 2000's, and I have the itch again. They seem to hold their value well on the used market in my local area, so I'm leaning towards a new one. Since the 2021 has not been released yet, we are all guessing on whether it will be better than the current model.

Where do you guys stand on buying the last year of this model? What if the next model is not as desirable? What if the next model is 10x better in some way?

Ultimately, the 2020 would suit my needs and wants fine, so there is no wrong answer. Can you share your thoughts buying the last model year?

Thanks!

 

[VIPER]

the hold out for most is a gen 3. Very much doubt it is going to happen. There is basically not a ton of difference between 08 up. Minor honestly abs type annoyances. If the 2020 fits the bill y wait?

 

[Tetsuo1000]

Buy the current Busa if you like it, if there is a next gen it may be a very different Bike anyway.

 

[Slowstang305]

We don't know if a 2021 is coming. Grab one now!

 

[WuzzaCBXRider]

I’d wait for a Gen3 but then I already have a Busa.

 

[Bumblebee]

If you are in the market, I'd not wait to see if Suzuki brings out a '21...on the other hand, if they don't there will always be NOS left over bikes around..

 

[busafan08]

Wait or buy a ZX -14

 

[Sandow]

 

[rubbersidedown]

Get one now. By some miracle a new Gen III comes out,get it on trade in for yer existing busa. Roll off the lot depreciation will kill ya,but they may offer free Vasoline.
Rubb.

 

[Bumblebee]

Wait or buy a ZX -14

Wrong forum to want someone to buy that bike...

 

[rubbersidedown]

Wait or buy a ZX -14

You stop that shi7 right now....sacralidge...
J/K ride whatever you want.
Rubb.

 

[Bumblebee]

You stop that shi7 right now....sacralidge...
J/K ride whatever you want.
Rubb.

Same thought at the same time....now I AM scared.....

 

[rubbersidedown]

Same thought at the same time....now I AM scared.....

Brothers from different Mothers....

Or are we ? No disrespect...I really do want to live.
You gave up the weapons when you retired...right???
Rubb.

 

[Bumblebee]

Brothers from different Mothers....View attachment 1619450
Or are we ? No disrespect...I really do want to live.
You gave up the weapons when you retired...right???
Rubb.

I am nothing but a peace loving man which doesn't believe in violence.......who has weapons and a vast knowledge of how to use them.

 

[rubbersidedown]

I am nothing but a peace loving man which doesn't believe in violence.......who has weapons and a vast knowledge of how to use them.

Great...I now have the unwanted attention of Canadian Rambo...

Rubb. (now living in the witness protection program,please leave a message at the beep)

 

[Giovanny]

IF ONLY Suzuki let us know when the new model is coming. I'd just get the 2020.

 

[WuzzaCBXRider]

IF ONLY Suzuki let us know when the new model is coming. I'd just get the 2020.

That would be bad for business as they have inventory already delivered to dealers that has to be sold.

 

[Bumblebee]

Great...I now have the unwanted attention of Canadian Rambo...View attachment 1619453
Rubb. (now living in the witness protection program,please leave a message at the beep)

If by "Rambo" you mean old, fat and balding, then yes you are in trouble...

 

[Bumblebee]

IF ONLY Suzuki let us know when the new model is coming. I'd just get the 2020.

The key word is "if" a new model is coming...

 

[Hayabusa Wannabe]

To the points above @brian bham you sound like you are dedicated to a Hayabusa but given your specific question about getting the latest improvements I wonder if you are considering the ZX-14R given that it has been continuously improved and has electronic rider aids.

Roll off the lot depreciation will kill ya...

The flip side is the possibility that no new bike will be produced. Unlike most bikes with values that drop like a stone when discontinued I have been thinking that prices of new leftovers would remain at MSRP until sold and prices of used bikes will go up. Prepare to hear "You cannot get the Hayabusa anymore." Also contributing to continuing demand, the aftermarket will support the bike for a decade after it is discontinued which is very different from other sport tourers.