Potential Evo swap.
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Yeah, everything seems to work out. That guy missed out on a heck of a bike that I spent a heck of allot more on than I would ever get back. The back rest on the 4 inch pistons bike is what I'm shopping for on ebay right now, and a nice trunk for the sissy bar rack should do us up just fine. Its funny, I was actually thinking, what the heck am I gonna do with this brand new EV-27 cam I've been waiting to put in the bike. I was gonna just give it to the guy, but fuggit, I'll put it in the bike this winter!!! Thanks as always guys.
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I have a big pile of parts that USED to be a Shovelhead. One day. I keep telling myself, one day.
Yeah, everything seems to work out. That guy missed out on a heck of a bike that I spent a heck of allot more on than I would ever get back. The back rest on the 4 inch pistons bike is what I'm shopping for on ebay right now, and a nice trunk for the sissy bar rack should do us up just fine. Its funny, I was actually thinking, what the heck am I gonna do with this brand new EV-27 cam I've been waiting to put in the bike. I was gonna just give it to the guy, but fuggit, I'll put it in the bike this winter!!! Thanks as always guys.
Yeah, everything seems to work out. That guy missed out on a heck of a bike that I spent a heck of allot more on than I would ever get back. The back rest on the 4 inch pistons bike is what I'm shopping for on ebay right now, and a nice trunk for the sissy bar rack should do us up just fine. Its funny, I was actually thinking, what the heck am I gonna do with this brand new EV-27 cam I've been waiting to put in the bike. I was gonna just give it to the guy, but fuggit, I'll put it in the bike this winter!!! Thanks as always guys.
But why wait for winter for the cam swap? Why not put that EV-27 in now and get the benefit from it before this riding season's over? It only takes 2-3 hours and (assuming you have adjustable rods) a new timing cover gasket... and a new Torrington bearing if your INA hasn't already been replaced. Pretty simple job.
Just do it...
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[QUOTE=bikerlaw;7306828]I have a big pile of parts that USED to be a Shovelhead. One day. I keep telling myself, one day.
Yeah, everything seems to work out. That guy missed out on a heck of a bike that I spent a heck of allot more on than I would ever get back. The back rest on the 4 inch pistons bike is what I'm shopping for on ebay right now, and a nice trunk for the sissy bar rack should do us up just fine. Its funny, I was actually thinking, what the heck am I gonna do with this brand new EV-27 cam I've been waiting to put in the bike. I was gonna just give it to the guy, but fuggit, I'll put it in the bike this winter!!! Thanks as always guys.[/
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50 cash for for a shovel era fiberglass trunk. It's a BIGG'UN! Needs paint and backrest Craigslist minneapolis....
Yeah, everything seems to work out. That guy missed out on a heck of a bike that I spent a heck of allot more on than I would ever get back. The back rest on the 4 inch pistons bike is what I'm shopping for on ebay right now, and a nice trunk for the sissy bar rack should do us up just fine. Its funny, I was actually thinking, what the heck am I gonna do with this brand new EV-27 cam I've been waiting to put in the bike. I was gonna just give it to the guy, but fuggit, I'll put it in the bike this winter!!! Thanks as always guys.[/
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50 cash for for a shovel era fiberglass trunk. It's a BIGG'UN! Needs paint and backrest Craigslist minneapolis....
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Well, I'm not sure many bikes ride or handle WORSE than my Dyna. Its got an aftermarket Springer and a 21 inch wheel after all! Seriously though, a second bike really is in the works here, but not for me, for the wife. I'm perfectly happy with my Dyna. Her thoughts are to just get herself completely off my bike and get her own motorcycle. So actually she's shopping for one right now. But, honestly I'm a little worried. I have dirt bikes in the garage. Before she even takes the rider safety class, I want her to at least have the basics. I take her out and try my best to teach her to ride but she just isn't coming along like I hoped (she's pretty much a klutz). I'm a tad scared she'll kill herself on her own bike. And I have a problem with being the "reason" she gets hurt. But, this may all be for naught, since its already noon and I haven't heard a peep from the guy with the Ultra. And as much as I enjoy chatting on our forum, I'd rather be out riding around than waiting at home on what looks like the best Sunday afternoon we've had all year!
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Thats good advice for sure.
Just an update, the guy with the Ultra finally did call. We met yesterday. He's a straight up biker type and has been riding for many years. He just had family stuff to do. I didn't realize his bike is ALSO on craigslist, but for 9 grand. We traded off bikes and took a pretty long ride. His bike runs absolutely flawless, but the motorcycle itself has quite a few issues. Its been repainted, and the guy who painted it did a real half a$$ job. So the bike is gonna need a complete repaint. Now, I was a painter in a past life, so though thats a pain, at least its a cheap fix. Both tires are pretty much shot, so thats another two hundred bucks, and his clutch cable is nearly frozen because the bike sits under a cover instead of a garage. Theres some pitting and corrosion, but most of the chrome will clean up and is salvageable. Basically, he's the biker type. Doesn't really care what it looks like, but mechanically the bike is sound. Its a typical lumbering bagger, no where near as fast or nimble as my Dyna, but with some work it could once again be a nice bike. Theres still a note on the bike that he's paying off. Tomorrow or Thursday it will be paid. When he has the title in hand, I'll bring the wife over and show her the bike. I just have to decide if I REALLY need to get rid of a 100% finished, perfect running, great looking Dyna, for a "decent" bagger that needs quite a bit of work before its gonna make me happy. Don't get me wrong, I could put a new clutch cable and a set of tires and ride the thing for years and probably never have an issue, but that just ain't me.
Just an update, the guy with the Ultra finally did call. We met yesterday. He's a straight up biker type and has been riding for many years. He just had family stuff to do. I didn't realize his bike is ALSO on craigslist, but for 9 grand. We traded off bikes and took a pretty long ride. His bike runs absolutely flawless, but the motorcycle itself has quite a few issues. Its been repainted, and the guy who painted it did a real half a$$ job. So the bike is gonna need a complete repaint. Now, I was a painter in a past life, so though thats a pain, at least its a cheap fix. Both tires are pretty much shot, so thats another two hundred bucks, and his clutch cable is nearly frozen because the bike sits under a cover instead of a garage. Theres some pitting and corrosion, but most of the chrome will clean up and is salvageable. Basically, he's the biker type. Doesn't really care what it looks like, but mechanically the bike is sound. Its a typical lumbering bagger, no where near as fast or nimble as my Dyna, but with some work it could once again be a nice bike. Theres still a note on the bike that he's paying off. Tomorrow or Thursday it will be paid. When he has the title in hand, I'll bring the wife over and show her the bike. I just have to decide if I REALLY need to get rid of a 100% finished, perfect running, great looking Dyna, for a "decent" bagger that needs quite a bit of work before its gonna make me happy. Don't get me wrong, I could put a new clutch cable and a set of tires and ride the thing for years and probably never have an issue, but that just ain't me.
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You could just look at it as another project. If your Dyna is 100% finished, you may need a new project. But it's gotta be what you really want, not what some clown on the internet advises. By the looks of your "storage" you and I are a lot alike.
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Really nice low mileage mid '90's Baggers can be had for as little as $6k I'm seeing on Cycle Trader. Sounds like you have a lot of time and love in that Dyna. I'd keep her and save my nickels and watch for a really sweet Bagger to pick up cheap; they are out there! Also keep your eyes peeled for one with some motor improvements. With my new top end, Andrews cam, S&S "E" carb, over size front pulley, belt drive primary, redone suspension front and swingarm, my Electra Glide is anything but "lumbering".
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It sounds like you're pretty attached to your Dyna, I would advise against the trade.
That being said, there is a far greater demand for baggers of any condition than any Dyna, Dyna values have always lagged behind the other HD's but now they are rediculously low. You are going to have a difficult time getting what you think is fair for your Dyna, I am in the same situation with mine. Valuewise, I would place them both in the same price range, even with all of the work done on your bike.
Baggers are great, but I would suggest waiting until you can purchase one and keep your Dyna. Then your wife will have a bike to ride, too, when she is ready.
It sounds to me like if you do the trade you are going to be nitpicking the bagger to death from the moment you get it.
Your Dyna can always be made more comfortable, but a big heavy bagger will never ride like a lighter more agile Dyna.
That being said, there is a far greater demand for baggers of any condition than any Dyna, Dyna values have always lagged behind the other HD's but now they are rediculously low. You are going to have a difficult time getting what you think is fair for your Dyna, I am in the same situation with mine. Valuewise, I would place them both in the same price range, even with all of the work done on your bike.
Baggers are great, but I would suggest waiting until you can purchase one and keep your Dyna. Then your wife will have a bike to ride, too, when she is ready.
It sounds to me like if you do the trade you are going to be nitpicking the bagger to death from the moment you get it.
Your Dyna can always be made more comfortable, but a big heavy bagger will never ride like a lighter more agile Dyna.
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I can't make a valid arguement against a single one of your statements. My bike is exactly the way I wanted it to be. I rides great, handles light years better than a bagger, is tons faster and has infinately more "cool" than a bone stock Electra Glide Ultra will ever have. Its only problem is its a Dyna...a medium sized cruiser, and I do a considerable amount of my riding fully loaded and two up. I have been looking into tour packs and trunks, like the Bikers Friend as a viable solution. The Bikers Friend Trunk, combined with a larger sissy bar pad might be our answer. I wired the bike so the wife can have power to her IPOD and cell phone, as well as installing a Slipstreamer Mini Police windshield. If I wasn't hauling a passenger, I wouldn't even consider getting rid of it, but for two up touring, it is a tad crowded. My biggest problem is taking the huge hit if I tried to sell it out right. I have way more into it than it will ever be worth on the open market. Thats why I was looking for a trade for a touring bike with the same $ problem. I know I should just wait, keep the Dyna and buy second bike. Its looking like thats whats gonna happen. I really like the Dyna, but as the pictures show...this bike is just a tad to small for our needs.
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