Almost 95% positive its going to be a Harley. And of course will be buying used. And I wont be financing but instead saving up for it even though it will take longer, I dont want the monthly payment at the moment. Any good ideas, tips, tricks on saving up for a bike? This will be my first motorcycle outside of dirtbikes.

Also heres the bikes I am interested in.
1. SuperLow
2. Seventy Two
3. Wide Glide
4. Breakout
5. 883 or Iron 883 also.

Of course subject to change when I actually get the money and look at buying. Any input on these bikes?

BTW I am 5 10 and weigh 160, so not a huge guy.

 

My advice would be to get the bike that speaks to you most. If you like a bike don't let other dissuade you. Spend within your budget. Don't be afraid to buy a used, low mileage garage queen. Good luck.

 

Appears you are well on your way. And you have patience. Not sure I could wait long enough to save for a bike so I sold part of my gun collection to pay cash for my bike. Btw, I suggest you go to a dealer and test ride the bikes on your list. Good luck and welcome to the best Harley forum on the net.

 

Oh yeah, take the MSF or Riders Edge course.

 

Ummm those are some pretty big prices differences. A sportster 883 to a softail breakout is like 15 grand (new MSRP). If have never ridden cruiser before it is impossible to know what you like. As suggested you should definitely take the MSF riding course and take you time test riding different motorcycles and learning the differences and pros and cons of each type. Dude I wish you all the best in finding the bike that will fit you and the type of riding you most enjoying doing.

 

Tips and tricks for saving to buy a motorcycle you ask?
Dont get married, don't have kids, don't smoke, don't drink, don't gamble.
Don't eat out, bring your lunch to work, don't go out.

 

eBay is your friend. Sell whatever you haven't used in 2 years

 

Make sure to ride all of them. It's the only way to be sure it's the right bike for you.

 

You would never know how the bike fits you unless you sit on it. If your going to put that kind of cash all the way down on it make sure you have taken the course. It is worth the $$$ and in some states will allow you to skip the DMV license test for taking it. Read up on these forums - the difference between engines and reliability, performance, style its all spelled out here and the differences are great to know if your fresh into it. Check out the Dyna's though, i got a great deal on a 96 FXD with less than 3,000 miles original and because its an evo I don't have to worry about the cams and overheating nearly as much as those twin cam owners do!

 

To tell the truth, I ain't crazy about any of those bikes, but if I HAD to choose from that list, it would be WideGlide.



Considering your price range, at least checkout the Low Rider & the Slim. Both budget priced, yet great looking bikes.