2008 Road King Purchase... HELP

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Dec 30, 2011 | 06:41 PM

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Stiggy

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dickey makes a valid point, so if you do go with it, get the warranty for a couple of years.
You can turn the warranty in early for cash / credit if the bike turns out good after a few thousand miles.

But 07/08 were the first with the cast crank and slightly too tall gearing. Compensator/clutch ring/starter could be an issue. 25 mm axle bearings are definitely a concern. Just FYI.

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Dec 30, 2011 | 08:17 PM

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sparky1

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Get the warranty,the year shouldn't b a problem.I have an 08 Ultra with 35000 miles on her not one problem,I did use the warranty couple of times but thats just for new tires.

Dec 30, 2011 | 09:25 PM

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wcsj55@yahoo.com

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Unless this is the bike that you just gotta have pass on it you can do better for 15K.

Dec 30, 2011 | 11:50 PM

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sharpshooter

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The more i look at the bike, the more i like it... if I can get the warranty and get them down to 13 or so i think im gonna go for it...

Dec 31, 2011 | 12:12 AM

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dickey

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sharpshooter

The more i look at the bike, the more i like it... if I can get the warranty and get them down to 13 or so i think im gonna go for it...

Don't let an emotional decision win you over. For that kinda gelt, you should get a stock, lo mile '08 or 9.

That's the problem with a Harley. They look so good, you just GOTTA have it! I wouldn't touch that bike with a 10 foot pole because of the mods. You don't know how they were done. Was the frame altered in any way?

Dec 31, 2011 | 05:06 AM

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txfxstrider

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I would buy it if it checks out ok. I have owned Harleys for over thirty years and I bought every one on emotion.

Never had a regret. Sharp looking bike. Good luck.

Dec 31, 2011 | 11:01 AM

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55chevy

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Did you click the low price button? Winter is the time to get a deal, offer them $11,500 and see what they say.

Dec 31, 2011 | 11:08 AM

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IAMSWUTIAMS

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You're better off with a stock '09 for that much coin.

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Jan 3, 2012 | 10:21 AM

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sharpshooter

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Sent them an offer of 11,900, Should see how far apart we are today...

Jan 3, 2012 | 10:32 AM

#20

Stash905

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I think Dickey hit the nail on the head, I really can't add much more except, not only is the stretched bag fad over, I have always thought they were ridiculous and ugly.

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