Need advice on shopping for a used softtail

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Nov 28, 2011 | 02:16 AM

tvan1988

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Need advice on shopping for a used softtail

I've been in the market for a used Softtail for a few months now. I want a Night Train or Softtail Standard (as a second bike) and am about to pull the trigger on a 2004 Train with 30K on the odometer (9K asking price) with a lot of the mods that I want already done. Any issues with the 04's, and do you think the asking price is too high? I would love an 06, but cannot find an 06 Train for under 10K that doesn't have over 50K miles on it.

Nov 28, 2011 | 02:49 AM

Kowan

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Check the cam chain tensioner shoes for wear. If they are worn past the shoes, kiss the engine goodbye when they finally go.
2007+ HD went with the hydraulic adjusted tensioners.

Nov 28, 2011 | 02:56 AM

tvan1988

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Thanks, will do

Nov 28, 2011 | 03:03 AM

Kowan

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There's at least one good video on youtube showing how to check and what to look for if you're going to do the work yourself.
Sorry no link though.

Nov 28, 2011 | 05:11 AM

Johnny Nitro

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$7000 would be a good deal. Sounds like you have your heart set on this one though. If $9000 is their asking price, you would think they would take 8k for it.

I think you should value the basic bike at 7k and add up how much those extras are worth to you. Although, I wouldn't pay over 8k for it. But that is just me and I'm a cheapass. Do whatever you feel is right. Those night trains are really cool bikes. GOOD LUCK!!!

Got any pics?