50,000 miles....keep it or sell it
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: NEPA
I bought my 90 FXR because I was strapped for cash after getting divorced. I went 2 years with out a bike and I couldn't wait any longer. The bike its self was beat but, motor was replace the year before I bought it with a fatory HD. My plan was to throw a paint job on it, ride it for a year or 2 and then buy another. The longer I kept it the more I feel in love with it. This winter I rebuilt the carb and did some tuning to it. The bike runs like mother F er now. I decided last week that I'm keeping it. This winter she's getting tore down, repainted and what ever else it needs. I just don't see that many FXR in my area. I'll have the "Before" pics post in a few days. I can't wait to post the "After" pics.
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Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Michigan
Check out my running log on my FXLR here: hdforums.com/forum/evo-classic-models/262897-1987-fxrl-is-home.html
Well worth the work and expense to keep and rebuild. Good luck on your choice.
Well worth the work and expense to keep and rebuild. Good luck on your choice.
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 184
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From: Atlanta
Keep it!
My picture kind of gives away my prejudice, but I say keep it. These Evo bikes are starting to turn the corner from "See Them All the Time" Street to "You Don't See That Many Anymore" Avenue. The old adage applies here: "Works good, lasts a long time." I just ran mine from ATL to Key West and back and I got a lot of compliments.
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Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Katy, TX
I WANT to do my own work, but I'm often short on time/knowledge. I have the service book, parts book, and 101 Harley Custom Projects (or something like that..it's not in front of me right now). These all help. Item by item, I'm figuring out how to do things, but it usually takes me 3x longer to do a job than it should.
I recently have found a very good independent shop, so I am encouraged by having him as a back-up. I've had 3 bad experiences (the Dealer being the worst), and was so frustrated I thought about selling the Harley and going back to BMW, in part because there's a great dealer around the corner. But as reliable as the BMW is, it lacks soul. And it's not that fun to ride at legal speed limits. I also never looked back at the BMW, after I parked it.
The comments here have been great! Of course the feedback here is to keep it...duh...EVO forum... So I think I'll do just that. I'll just be searching for that balance between do-it-myself, and hire-it-out. Hopefully I won't have many more issue in the near future, and I can spend more time with the wind in my face.
I recently have found a very good independent shop, so I am encouraged by having him as a back-up. I've had 3 bad experiences (the Dealer being the worst), and was so frustrated I thought about selling the Harley and going back to BMW, in part because there's a great dealer around the corner. But as reliable as the BMW is, it lacks soul. And it's not that fun to ride at legal speed limits. I also never looked back at the BMW, after I parked it.
The comments here have been great! Of course the feedback here is to keep it...duh...EVO forum... So I think I'll do just that. I'll just be searching for that balance between do-it-myself, and hire-it-out. Hopefully I won't have many more issue in the near future, and I can spend more time with the wind in my face.
Intermediate
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Jeffersonville, IN
Good Choice
I don't think I would ever sell my softail. I told my wife I would sell the sportster when I picked up the e-glide. I'm trying to keep it. I can't wait to get back home and ride the softail. It has great style and everyone rides a twin cam.
Hunter
Hunter
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Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Qualicum Beach, B.C. CAN
97 EVO Wide Glide...
HD doesn't make EVOs any more.
HD doesn't make Wide Glides anymore.
What you have is now 'rare'.
There are lots of 88" TCs, lots of 96" TCs.
If you want convenience, get a new bagger (on my list) for a second bike.
BUT keep the EVO.
If you decide otherwise, at least sell it to someone who knows what you have there.
Maybe WG95, or me???
How many years before EVOs are the Panheads of the day? (on my list too!)
Lovin my 98!
HD doesn't make EVOs any more.
HD doesn't make Wide Glides anymore.
What you have is now 'rare'.
There are lots of 88" TCs, lots of 96" TCs.
If you want convenience, get a new bagger (on my list) for a second bike.
BUT keep the EVO.
If you decide otherwise, at least sell it to someone who knows what you have there.
Maybe WG95, or me???
How many years before EVOs are the Panheads of the day? (on my list too!)
Lovin my 98!
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 322
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From: California
Keep it. I replaced my Stator no problem took pics and in the end thought it was EASY. The thing about an evo is once you learn how it works, if you are caught on the side of the road, you can usaly make it run with a few tricks to get you home.
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