Am I making a mistake?
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Am I making a mistake?
I've been riding for many years, Japanese bikes first, more recently BMW's. Still own a S1000R which is a blast and a half to ride, but is no fun on longer rides. So since I now have the room for a second bike, I decided I wanted a Harley. After looking online a bit, on a friends recommendation I went to a local shop, and found a super clean 2000 Dyna Super Glide Sport, with 10k, a screaming eagle air cleaner, V&H straight shot exhaust, and re-jetted carb. Really spotless, started right up ice cold (it's cold here in NY). Pretty much just what I was looking for. $7000, with HD leather bags and quick release windshield.
I'm a heartbeat away from picking it up. My question is, am I making a mistake on a) an 88" motor, b) carb vs. FI and c) the price being a bit high for that year.
I had it in my head not to even consider a carb, but I'm wondering if that matters that much. It is in such good shape, I'm also ok with it being a few bucks more then book.
Thoughts?
Thanks.
I'm a heartbeat away from picking it up. My question is, am I making a mistake on a) an 88" motor, b) carb vs. FI and c) the price being a bit high for that year.
I had it in my head not to even consider a carb, but I'm wondering if that matters that much. It is in such good shape, I'm also ok with it being a few bucks more then book.
Thoughts?
Thanks.
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I'd talk to them on the $$ a little. They didn't give the guy that traded it in anything for the ad-ons . So 6K would be a good place to start. You can find a used 2006 or later with FI and a 96" motor for not too much more.
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7k after negotiations?
Price a little high. I just looked up some on NY CL. Same bike with less miles for 6k, would probably sell for 5.5k.
You got to test ride bikes before and after 2004, and 2007 and decide which ones you like better. Coming from a BMW you know how much difference you want on your next bike.
Price a little high. I just looked up some on NY CL. Same bike with less miles for 6k, would probably sell for 5.5k.
You got to test ride bikes before and after 2004, and 2007 and decide which ones you like better. Coming from a BMW you know how much difference you want on your next bike.
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that's to much if you want my thoughts. If your going to keep the bike for long i would consider a 2006 or prefferbly 2007 or newer bike. the pre 06 models need to have the cam tensioners checked occasionally for wear. Of converted to gear drive to be more reliable. The 2006 needs the rotor bolts welded or they will tear out your stator some day. And primary bearing checked as well. 2007 and newer have much less problems.
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Bought my 2000 Fatboy last year for 10K OTD. 12K miles and it looked like it just came off the showroom floor, and still does. Personally I prefer a carb, I think it has a better sound (JMHO), and the 2000 has a cast crank. Probably still has the TC88s Achilles heel, spring tensioners, and maybe some less than desireable bearings in the cam chest, but that's easily remedied. The bike's worth whatever the buyer is willling to pay. I plan on keeping mine until I can't hold it up anymore, then I'll put some training wheels on it and ride some more............
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An 88" motor has plenty of power. The newer, larger motors are just HD's attempt to maintain performance while strangling their motors to meet emissions. Unless you plan to cruise at high speed, in which case a 6 speed would be nice. I prefer carb to FI, less to go wrong, easy to set idle, etc. Prices are relative to what someone will pay.
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I paid way less than that for my 07 this fall, with extras like pipes, fuelpak, apes, forwards, 2 saddles, etc., and 3800 miles. Prices here in CT should be close to NY.
But while l love this bike, if you want a long touring type bike, since you have the Beemer, why not consider something like a Road King? I am for my next bike. Will cost a bunch more, though.
But while l love this bike, if you want a long touring type bike, since you have the Beemer, why not consider something like a Road King? I am for my next bike. Will cost a bunch more, though.
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Hey thanks for the replies. I know it's higher then it should be. I'm also extremely lazy, and this is at a very respected and very nearby independent (not dealer) shop which I'll also be making a relationship with. I'm not going to be wrenching it myself beyond oil changes etc. and these guys are supposed to be great. I'm not too worried about the price. I was more concerned with it being a carb and tc 88 and any issues with an older motor. Which seem to be mostly around the tensioners, which I could easily switch to gears at 20k or a hyd tensioner. Or if I really like the style just use it as a trade in on a new one next year. Who knows. I appreciate all the honest responses for sure.
Last edited by Mchad; Dec 9, 2014 at 07:27 AM.
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Price is high but it is a better overall motor than the newer twin cams. Forged crank and better bearings. I would get it and do the tensioner upgrade if it could be had for the right price..