What is a 1975 electra Glide worth?
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 7/23/2006 2:40:24 PM
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staged67gspwr
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Hey Derek whats the issue if these bikes still got the points ignition just out of curiousity cuz i got a `77 FL and still got he points but looking to upgrade to electronic igntion,what do you suggest?
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 8/14/2006 11:52:49 AM
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tedali2004
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With pionts there is the need for adjustment. It is a mechanical style with moving parts. The electrical (solid state) convertions can give a hotter spark with more precise timing with little to no maintenance. I have run pionts in my 75 XL for thousands of miles with basic adjusting with out the smallest problem. Then I have thrown 3 sets away until I got a good one. If you keep an extra set with you, they can be changed on the road side to get you home. If the electric burns out, call a tow truck. Electronic ignitions are good but cost more to convert. Not a bad idea if you have more money than time to turn wrenches.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 10/11/2006 7:19:14 AM
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Thirty year old bike? Without seeing it, but assuming it's in running condition, I'd have to agree on the $5K-8K spread. Personally, I don't think I'd pay over $6.5-7K for it, even if it was in excellent condition. I'd like to find a Shovel FLH, but I already realize it's just gonna become another one of my money pits....
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 10/11/2006 8:39:45 AM
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There's nothing wrong with points if they are good ones. Blue Streaks for a 250 Chevy 6 banger are the ones I prefer. I've been using them for nearly 15 years and rarely have to mess with them once installed.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 10/11/2006 9:15:08 AM
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sleepneagle
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about 4500 to 5000 depending on condition of frame, tins, engine. Less if it has an aftermarket engine i.e. Revtec
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 10/11/2006 10:48:20 AM
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60mike06FLHX
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Man am I feeling OLD.
"1975 electra glide, I know nothing about the old ones"
To me this is not old....
1940's and 1950's now thats old.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 10/11/2006 11:53:45 AM
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panz4ever
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69mike06FLHX...oouch, now that hurts. I've got a 65 I ride everywhere and am putting a 49 back togeteher. I was thinking how fortunate I am with my pans compared to the guys from the 20s and 30s.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 10/11/2006 12:07:35 PM
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60mike06FLHX
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Sorry about that panz4ever.
I guess its all relative........
Ok, OK 1920’s and 1930’s now that’s OLD.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 11/1/2006 7:16:49 PM
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chiabate
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Most estimates are in range. "Worth" is the balance between what someone is willing to pay vs. what someone is willing to part with it for. As anything else that has some age to it, what condition are most of the components in? Look past the paint, and assuming the engine runs strong, how's the paint on the frame? Lift up the bobs if you can and see the color of the insulation on the wires. From experience with shovels, excessive impedence from oxidized copper can be a frustrating mess. 74 inch motors gave off a lot of heat, budget a new battery once a year if ridden in slow, summer traffic.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 11/3/2006 8:37:32 PM
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speighd
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ORIGINAL: sleepneagle
about 4500 to 5000 depending on condition of frame, tins, engine. Less if it has an aftermarket engine i.e. Revtec
I would say up to around $10K depending on condition, how stock it is and what options it has.
A stock full dressor bike in really good condition should bring at least $8k.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 12/19/2006 10:04:54 PM
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alazlo
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I looked at a lot of shovels before I bought mine. The biggest problem I found was finding one with a title that matched the VIN on the bike, and that had a Harley and not a home built title.
Ref the points, I replaced mine when I got it and haven't had a problem. Rode the bike all summer. I am currently looking at a 73 shovel to add to the fleet but it's not as original as my 76.
Prices around here run about $4500. to $8000. for a running bike with a good title.
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RE: What is a 1975 electra Glide worth? - 12/23/2006 9:31:49 AM
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JAMES2
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I have points in my 79 FLH and I love'em. Have you ever tried to fix an electronic ignition on the side of the road? It can't be done!quote:
ORIGINAL: dhutchison
If it has the old points style ignition, that will be a problem. My old 76 had the Crane HI-4 put in it, and no more problems. There are many other issues that were just "nature of the beast" for the ole shovelheads. Depending on what the bike is, I'd say you are looking in a range of 5-8 grand. Could be more, could be less. If you PM me with more detailed info, I can better tell you. I deal in a lot of bikes and try to stay up on the market.
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