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Old 09-26-2016, 12:33 PM
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In the process of purchasing a 2017 Fatboy. I presently own a 2004 shop man. Any need to buy a 2017 man.
 
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Old 09-26-2016, 12:35 PM
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Yes, there are some distinct differences
 
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Your 2004 manual won't be a lot of use IIHO. When you get your 2017 copy take a look at how they compare, you may be surprised!
 
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In the process of purchasing a 2017 Fatboy. I presently own a 2004 shop man. Any need to buy a 2017 man.
If I were you, I'd use a 13 year old manual on a new bike. Dealers like guys like you.
 
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I'm struggling to see how those two bikes are similar! The engine trans and primary have significant differences, EFI is different, the '17 has ABS and different brake calipers, wheels and tyres are different.....
 
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Thanks for your replies.
 
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