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Old Dec 15, 2012 | 11:08 AM
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Looking at a 2001 bike with 5,000 miles. Anything particular to look for? Are there issues with so few miles? I'm thinking old tires, dry gaskets/seals, etc. Am I right or is it a non-issue? Thanks!
 
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Old Dec 15, 2012 | 11:16 AM
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Wow...that has been sitting more than ridden.
 
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Old Dec 15, 2012 | 11:19 AM
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Change fluids and tires, run some seafoam through it and I think you'll be fine. When I got mine it had 6000 miles on it and was a 2000, got it 3 years ago.
 
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Old Dec 15, 2012 | 02:20 PM
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really depends on the climate too, check with the owner ask how long since last start. Carbed bike too, probably old gas in the tank and carb. I would have the carb cleaned and drain the tank. You maybe be able to add some stabilizer before starting depending on what the current owner tells you about run history.
 
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My '90 Sporty had 2k on it and it was just fine. Check the inside of the tank for rust and smell the fuel for varnish. It may need a carb rebuild and tires (mine did) but it didn't leak a drop.
 
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Old Dec 15, 2012 | 06:12 PM
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Check the date-codes on the tires to determine how long its been since they were made. Any tire 7yrs old/older, no matter how good they look, would be cause for new rubber.
Do the fuel system maintenance as has been suggested. I suspect you will change all the fluids...
Nice find!
 
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I bought an 03 FLHTCUI in January, '11. Had 2k. Dealer changed. fluids, I had them put new tires on.

17k miles put on since then, no issues. Go for it!
 
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Mine is a 08 with just over 2k miles, so far so good here.
 
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