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Mar 24, 2012 | 06:19 PM

JohnnyG

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81 FLT Classic

I bought this bike new and still have it. The trans is leaking but over all, the bike is in nice condition.

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Mar 24, 2012 | 08:22 PM

panz4ever

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Looks to be in nice shape for its age. How many miles you put on her?

FLTs are definitely a love it or leave mentality. I am partial to the FLHT withe the batwing fairing but each decides what is best.

MoCo definitely was thinking future tense with the 5 speed rubber mount frame and enclosed rear chain drive.

Mar 25, 2012 | 09:18 AM

JohnnyG

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I only put 15,000 miles on it before life/kids got in the way. Four years ago, I had the bike cleaned up, chromed up, new card, etc. I put a few hundred miles on it and the trans started leaking. I bought a new bike (Victory Kingpin) and have put a pile of miles on it. I still need to get the FLT up on the lift to see what is going on with the trans.

I am looking to get a new HD and can't decide between a Road King, RG Custom or an Electra Glide.....

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Mar 25, 2012 | 10:39 AM

panz4ever

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Probably leaking around the main seal.

Good that you are back on bikes; good that you understood your priorities in life as well.

Mar 28, 2012 | 11:04 PM

pbsteve

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well, you can always just let me have it. I just finished putting mine almost back together... Just waiting on a clutch hub. I'll take really good car fo her.

Mar 28, 2012 | 11:19 PM

JohnnyG

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I just purchased it's mate. I'm thinking that I will get the 81 painted to match the 12.

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Mar 28, 2012 | 11:37 PM

DeJavu

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The trans main seal replacement isn't rocket science. I can be replaced easily while on the bike. Take your time and be sure to replace the spacer with a new one.