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Old Jul 2, 2014 | 09:20 PM
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Looking into getting into my first Harley I've had a few crotch rockets before and looking to starting with an 883 iron. What's a fair price I should pay for one? Thanks in advance
 
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welcome. are we talking brand new 0 miles bike?
 
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Go to several dealerships and shop around.
 
Old Jul 2, 2014 | 09:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Eacastano7
Looking into getting into my first Harley I've had a few crotch rockets before and looking to starting with an 883 iron. What's a fair price I should pay for one? Thanks in advance
Welcome Eacastrano7.
 
Old Jul 2, 2014 | 11:18 PM
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Get a 1200. You'll thank me later!
 
Old Jul 2, 2014 | 11:58 PM
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Originally Posted by ChickinOnaChain
Go to several dealerships and shop around.
This.

Go to any and all dealers in your area. Request a quote from each. If you're slick you might be able to play them in a bidding war against each other and get it for less than any of the original prices.
Casually mention that you "stopped down at ZXY HD and they quoted $10,000 and the 1000 and 5000 mile service free, and 50% off on a helmet, will your HD be willing to make me a better offer?"

They will compete for your business. Shopping around a bit will get you the best price and possibly freebies.
 
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Welcome to HDForums from southeastern Michigan, U.S.A.

Shop around at as many dealers that you can and check the news papers.

Enjoy,
 
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Originally Posted by sioux565
Get a 1200. You'll thank me later!
Better advise has never been given.
 
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Originally Posted by sioux565
Get a 1200. You'll thank me later!
DITTO THAT! And if you can hold off a few months, you might get a good deal on a 14 once the 15s come out
 
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Originally Posted by Eacastano7
Looking into getting into my first Harley I've had a few crotch rockets before and looking to starting with an 883 iron. What's a fair price I should pay for one? Thanks in advance
Welcome to the forum. Are you looking at a new or used?
 



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