Should I get an 87 Honda rebel for 1500 or a 15 Honda rebel for 4100?

Both will have same insurance rate. I know the older one will have more problems to fix but is cheaper up front while the newer one cost more now but will have less problems in the future. Also in case you are wondering the 87 is a 450cc and the 15 is a 234cc.

WHY do you want a motorcycle?

For fun? The 450 will be nearly twice the fun. It will be able to do 85+ mph.
For Transportation? The 250 will do any legal speed, every day, day after day, dead reliable.
Do you care if the bike will be in the garage for weeks?

If you can get the 450 for 1500 and it runs well - take it to a mechanic for inspection- but they are a very desirable Rebel and will last you a long time - in terms of usability - I wouldn't buy a new Rebel though there are tons of used ones available with low mileage (bought on a whim, person either couldn't ride, didn't like to ride or lost interest).

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