Gotta Trade Up
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From: Palm Beach, Fl
Gotta Trade Up
I have an 02 FDX with 5500 miles, mint condition.
I'm getting a 2010 Street Glide with 16K miles.
Should I trade in my current bike or try to sell it privately? Are bikes like cars and you get hosed on the trade in? I think I could reasonably get $6500 for my bike to a private seller.
What do you think about a trade in value?
I'm getting a 2010 Street Glide with 16K miles.
Should I trade in my current bike or try to sell it privately? Are bikes like cars and you get hosed on the trade in? I think I could reasonably get $6500 for my bike to a private seller.
What do you think about a trade in value?
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I would think bikes are the same as any vehicle--you will likely get more for your ride if you sell it yourself. But that isn't always easy and it probably won't be quick.
As far as value, I would have no idea. Did you try looking up the blue book value?
As far as value, I would have no idea. Did you try looking up the blue book value?
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Just so there's no misunderstanding....when you buy your first touring model, that's considered "trading down".
It's 1 step away from giving up riding completely. lol
It's 1 step away from giving up riding completely. lol
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The stealeship offered me 3600 for my 09 Honda 750 Spirit. I purchased my HD without trading it, put it on Craigslist and sold it about 6 weeks later for 4800. So it just depends on your situation.....
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Isn't there a Blue Book for bikes? There's one for cars.
But 1,000 miles in 6 months? And you live in Florida? I've had mine for less than 6 months and I have 4,000+ and I mainly ride only on weekends.
But 1,000 miles in 6 months? And you live in Florida? I've had mine for less than 6 months and I have 4,000+ and I mainly ride only on weekends.
Last edited by ChickinOnaChain; May 10, 2013 at 10:52 PM.