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Old Jun 11, 2018 | 12:43 PM
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Can anyone tell me how to get specifics about a new bike, preferably without having to register on Harley's site? Things like date of manufacture, original equipment, etc.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2018 | 01:40 PM
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Assembly date is below the vin on the rigght down tube.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2018 | 01:46 PM
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Thanks torchmaster. Won't get the bike until Wednesday, but now I know where to look for that.
 
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That will show the assembly month/year. If you want the actual day, you have to contact your dealer, they will have that info.
 
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registering sure has fouled my life up the last 7 years.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2018 | 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by FatBob2018
That will show the assembly month/year. If you want the actual day, you have to contact your dealer, they will have that info.
Month and year will most likely be close enough for me, thanks.

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registering sure has fouled my life up the last 7 years.
I generally don't, unless I have to for some reason. I'm not drawn to club memberships, being something of an introvert.
 
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When I bought my Road King the dealer gave me its build sheet showing the day it rolled off the assembly line and the equipment originally installed. Ask your dealer to save yours for you.

 
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Great idea, thanks Dynamick!
 
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