Looking at an 04 Softail Standard
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Looking at an 04 Softail Standard
So I'm looking at an 04 Softail Standard this week for my uncle who is out of state. We've both had a few bikes. I've had ultras dynas and a road king. Do all of my own maintenance. Anything special to look for on a softail. Neither of us has ever ridden/owned one. It has ~8000 miles on it. Twin cam 88 with a 5 speed right?
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With only 8000 miles on it, just look at it as any other used vehicle. Signs of abuse, neglect, or disrepair. I've had mine for almost 6 years and have had no troubles.
Yes, it'll be a twin cam and 5 spd.
Yes, it'll be a twin cam and 5 spd.
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power train wise just check what'd you check on any other HD. I'm not aware of any softail specific stuff to check. I've had 2 an both have been great. As with any TC the cam chain tension pads an inner cam bearings are a concern eventually.
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I would echo the part about the cam chain tensioners. Eventually that will be a problem to address. Probably wouldn't hurt to ask if they've been checked/changed. I would think the owner would know. My bike went 36000 miles before I switched to geared cams and the tensioners were almost shot. My father in law has 45000 on his and hasn't replaced his, so I guess there's no great estimate in when to replace. I was glad that I caught mine before they shredded my oil pump.
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So I'm looking at an 04 Softail Standard this week for my uncle who is out of state. We've both had a few bikes. I've had ultras dynas and a road king. Do all of my own maintenance. Anything special to look for on a softail. Neither of us has ever ridden/owned one. It has ~8000 miles on it. Twin cam 88 with a 5 speed right?
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