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Dec 14, 2017 | 07:43 AM

aarondeere

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What does indy mean

Dumb question but I see people say they take their bike to an indy for repairs. What does that mean.

Dec 14, 2017 | 07:44 AM

OKMICK

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It is a shortening of the word 'independent'. In other words, people take their bikes to a mechanic who is not employed at a franchised Harley Davidson dealership.

Dec 14, 2017 | 07:54 AM

aarondeere

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Thanks. Figured something like that but could never find any definite language for it.

Dec 14, 2017 | 10:48 AM

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Indy.... Alias for Indiana Jones.

Dec 14, 2017 | 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by OKMICK

It is a shortening of the word 'independent'. In other words, people take their bikes to a mechanic who is not employed at a franchised Harley Davidson dealership.

+1...hell, I gave ya 'thanks' click for the first correct response. It's what we do in here, huh?

Dec 14, 2017 | 02:06 PM

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fatboy, I am still waiting for this thread to be like all the others here. A couple of replies, both correct and incorrect, some name calling, threats of physical violence, references to lineage and ultimately a lock. It's what we do in here, huh?

Dec 14, 2017 | 02:41 PM

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lmbo...dayum, too funny!

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Dec 14, 2017 | 11:02 PM

b bop n bob

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most Indys are interested in your bike. Most dealers are interested in your money. Get to know your local indys so mods and upgrades will become something to look forward to rather than dread. On a side note, the FSM is your friend.