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Old 07-26-2016, 06:44 PM
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I actually emailed them about that bike that was tested a month ago. I've yet to hear back from them so I'm not sure what's going on with that. Maybe I'll send another email.

I spoke to that guy with the Blue HARLEY 48 on the phone. It has stock exhaust with the baffles removed, HID Front light, and the obvious handlebars. It's a beautiful bike. Nothing wrong with it by any means, just wants to upgrade.

I'll let that other guy know his pricing is unfortunately too high since I can find others, newer, for only a few hundred more.
 
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That's a high price for a 2010, there has been many changes since. You should wait if you want to save.

But 48 is a good choice. Best looking bike in production imo. It gets complements more than any other bike. People stop and look at it and sometimes ask questions.
Here is mine with 2 different tanks:





 

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Old 07-26-2016, 08:55 PM
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Dont know if you cant import bikes to vegas or what the laws are, but if you want to travel look at this too: 2015 for 8k

http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/mcd/5700114744.html
 
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Old 07-26-2016, 09:47 PM
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Back in April 2016 I bought a used 48 with 2000 miles on it for $8600, still under warranty until Oct 2016
 
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Old 07-26-2016, 10:19 PM
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The bank "appraisal" didn't account for mileage. It is a $6k bike that he owes $7,4K on. Walk away. You can do better.

I do admire the 21,000 miles with a peanut tank.
 
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Old 07-26-2016, 10:37 PM
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So I told him I couldn't buy the bike unless he went lower. Unfortunately he really can't do so, assuming doesn't wanna put too much down to get the loan from under him. I get it.

The blue one posted before; https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/mcy/5692221236.html;
Is absolutely beautiful. Guy seems awesome. What do you guys think about that one? 2013 for $7,900. Only downfall is its kept outside under a cover.
 

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One thing to remember is, aside from engine (883 vs 1200) all 2007+ sportsters are pretty much the same. Get an 07 for $3K and you can buy $2K in parts from here, ebay and Harley to make it into a 48.

Hell this one didnt cost me anything. I already had the bike and just put take off parts from my 48 on it


 
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I am kind of with post 15 walk away...you can find better.

Ninja to Sportster; big differences mainly in corner handling.

Yet, I do like my 1200N Sportster for street. I make do.

Have fun and good hunting for your 48.
 
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my dealer had new 2014 48 for 8,900.. dont rush you will find what your looking for.... i still think spending 7k used is almost a wash... just get a new one. youll be doing all kinda of mods a tank being one of them. mine started life as a dark gold flake 2103 48.
 

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I looked for a while and then just went and bought the bullet. You know when you find the bike that's for you. It was like putting in your favorite pair of cowboy boots. Priceless. Saving now for Vance&Hines short shots and stage one kit. You'll find the bike for you just keep looking.
 


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