Hello,

I am going to look at a 2008 Ultra classic anniversary edition tomorrow.

Original owner
All records and completely stock other than the chrome front end.

There are two main problems I for see with the bike. One is it needs new rotors on the front end. The other is mileage and that is 120k.

The reason I am tempted is for the ABS and the six speed. I do lots of highway rides and want to stay on a older frame. I have some custom parts that can't transfer over. The price is reasonable (10k) and wanted to see what you guys think.

My bike is a 99 ultra that I installed 510 gear cams, thunder header exhaust and dynojet. Most of my parts will transfer. It has almost 60k on it.

 

10 grand for a 2008 with 120,000 miles is on the high side. JMHO.

 

the new frame is a vast improvement.

the 08 and your 99 share essentially the same frame as the shovelhead FLT.

Mike

 

That is high for that mileage and year.

 

I know the new frames are supposed to be better. I just don't want to have to buy more parts and or have some remade. The old frame is what I want and or need. If I had the extra cash I would do a Rushmore but well out of my price range.

I am only even thinking of this for ABS and the six speed. Granted this one has the newer security, injection, and tank. The low retail is about 13k on one in this area.

I know the mileage is high if you were tempted what would you think on price and would you be tempted at all.

 

I got a 2008 classic with 20,000 miles and cruise for $10,000. Offer them $7000 or keep looking.

 

$10k seems way high for a bike with that mileage. Unless it comes with a newer motor, lots of upgrades you like, etc. I would not even offer $7k.

Now at $7k if you want to put in new jugs, cams, paint etc and call the bike yours, I think you have a good frame and starting point.

Just my thoughts, and things tend to go for a little more $ in my area.

 

There's a lot more to consider than just drivetrain on a high mileage bike. Wheel bearings, neck bearings, swing arm bushings, belt, wear on the latches, motor will need (at least) a top end soon and that 6 speed you want so bad already has lots of wear.
If I were you, I'd do a 95" kit and install a Baker 6 speed. It would be cheaper and you already know what you've got as far as wear and reliability

 

I have thought about installing a six speed in mine. Wouldn't gain the ABS which I am torn on.

Is ABS worth upgrading to?

 

120K why would you even consider it?
6 speed is not that big a deal nor is ABS. You have to get into an 09 up if you want to get out of your outdated frame among many other things.
Keep looking, I wouldn't give 10K for a 14 with 120K.