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Old 02-13-2010, 01:31 PM
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So I am looking to by my first bike. My father told me the only thing I am allowed to put in the garage is a Harley. I've been looking pretty hard but so far nothing has turned up if anyone can help out I would greatly appreciate it.

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Your Father is a very smart man, listen to him young man !!!
 
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What model you looking for?
 
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Your father is a wise man. Don't know where you are currently looking but man they're everywhere, the net, the paper, keep looking. The right one will turn up, be patient.
 
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Age, height, riding experience, likes/dislikes......need a little more info than to just say "You'll be happy with a _________ "
 
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I live in Charlotte so I have been looking so far just in the surrounding states but I have a truck and I could travel to pick one up. I've been looking at late model sportsters. Im very hands on and not afraid to tear one down and rebuild if need be. I think thats the best way to learn about your ride and really respect, appreciate it.
 
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I live in Charlotte so I have been looking so far just in the surrounding states but I have a truck and I could travel to pick one up. I've been looking at late model sportsters. Im very hands on and not afraid to tear one down and rebuild if need be. I think thats the best way to learn about your ride and really respect, appreciate it.
a quick check on Charlotte's craigslist turned up about a hundred. HD of Charlotte has 26 listed on their website, and that's not even looking at the other 2 dealers in your area.

you need to decide on the age, condition and how much you want to spend. also, consider your riding habits (how much and what kind of riding are you gonna do?)

IMO: don't limit yourself to just a Sportster, look at the Dynas and softails too. you may realize you want to move up sooner than you think.

good hunting!
 
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Good luck in the hunt, and welcome aboard.
 
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Basically my budget is tiny I have a little more then 1500 bucks to spend. Im not dead set on a sportster they just seem to be on the lower end of the price range
 
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I haven't seen any Harley's for $1500 unless it comes in a box.
$2500 to $3000 minimum for a Sportster,I would think! Keep saving and good luck!
 


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