Would you swap ?
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Cruiser
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From: Lancashire, England
Would you swap ?
In November I ordered a new 2007 Fatboy for delivery in March. Yesterday I was in my dealers just looking at bikes when I saw a fantastic 2006 Fatboy. It had skullfire wheels, sprocket cover, chrome gaurds, radical 3D burgandy paint, skull parts and covers, sundowner, stage one with vance and hines big radius slash cuts,etc. To me it is really impressive. The bike was made as a show piece with a tag of £20,000 pounds( I was told that the bike and parts cost much more).It isnew and has never been registered. I spoke to the salesman who told me that the bike had served its purpose and with the new 2007 bikes was no longer needed. I asked him out of curiosity how much they would let it go for. He went and spoke to the manager and after a while came back and told me that I could have it for £17,000 pounds and that they would throw in a road king headlight nacelle, as he knew I liked the big light look( £500 here in the UK plus fitting).
The salesman said it was a great deal ( he is a great guy and does appear very genuine). He told me that with the stage one the bike will perform as good as a 2007. I know that I won`t get the 6 speed box and big fat wheel, but I would get a virtually completed bike ( the cost of accessories in the UK are approximately double or more than that in the US ).The cost of the 2007 fatboy is £13425.
What I want to know is whay would you do, go for the bling or get the new model ?
Anyone gone from a 1450 to the new model. Is there a great deal in difference?
The salesman said it was a great deal ( he is a great guy and does appear very genuine). He told me that with the stage one the bike will perform as good as a 2007. I know that I won`t get the 6 speed box and big fat wheel, but I would get a virtually completed bike ( the cost of accessories in the UK are approximately double or more than that in the US ).The cost of the 2007 fatboy is £13425.
What I want to know is whay would you do, go for the bling or get the new model ?
Anyone gone from a 1450 to the new model. Is there a great deal in difference?
Tourer
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From: Indianapolis
RE: Would you swap ?
Wow, you guys get hosed big time over there. When converted at 1.97:1 your paying $26479.00 for a bone stock 2007 Fatboy and $33534.69 for the 2006 with lots ofextras.Your probably coming close to paying full retail for the '06 and the extras. But it sounds like a nice bike, it would probably take awile to get the '07 to look as good.The only way to figure out what kind of deal your getting is to go through the catalog and total up the retail price of all the parts. Then call around and see if you can find a 2006 Fatboy to find out what kind of discounts (if any)they are giving on the older models. Remember the labor to install all the new parts since they are already on the bike.
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: Westchester, NY
RE: Would you swap ?
Here is my take on it. There will always be something bigger and faster than the bike you own. Is the 96ci a nice have, for sure because it's easy now to get to a 103ci. The 88ci can get to 95ci without too much trouble but after that it requires more extensive work.
Should motor size be a reason to go 07 -- only you can decide.
The 6 Speed... who cares...
I love my 06 and neverreally consideredabout changing to an 07 but the motor upgrade does have me thinking sometimes.
As far as accessories. Well it's nice to have everything right away but I think half the fun is looking at all the accessories and adding them little by little to make the bike truly your own. Trust me , you will always find something to change or replace especially as you browse this forum and see all the great mods people have done to their bikes.
I know this probably didn't help your decesion but just my opinions here.
Mike
NY
Should motor size be a reason to go 07 -- only you can decide.
The 6 Speed... who cares...
I love my 06 and neverreally consideredabout changing to an 07 but the motor upgrade does have me thinking sometimes.
As far as accessories. Well it's nice to have everything right away but I think half the fun is looking at all the accessories and adding them little by little to make the bike truly your own. Trust me , you will always find something to change or replace especially as you browse this forum and see all the great mods people have done to their bikes.
I know this probably didn't help your decesion but just my opinions here.
Mike
NY
Road Warrior
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RE: Would you swap ?
And we thought we had “stealers†over here! I don’t know if this is possible, but maybe you could order your accessories from some of the dealers over here, and have them shipped UPS across the pond. I buy a LOT of stuff from HALESHD.COM. GREAT folks to deal with. 20% off list prices every day. Even with the overseas shipping, I would think that it would still be cheaper. As an example, the chrome switch housing kit, P/N 70222-96B lists for $123.95. I just bought it for my wife’s Deluxe for $99.16. It’s just an idea.
Good luck on your decision. I’m trying to decide if I should trade my 05 black cherry Ultra for a 07 white gold Ultra, and then have gold ghost flames painted on it. There is no right answer, there is no wrong answer… you just have to go with your gut.
Good luck on your decision. I’m trying to decide if I should trade my 05 black cherry Ultra for a 07 white gold Ultra, and then have gold ghost flames painted on it. There is no right answer, there is no wrong answer… you just have to go with your gut.
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From: Rochester, NY
RE: Would you swap ?
What they said, and good luck with your decision, I'm just glad I don't have to make it.
Man, they hose you poor guys over there.
BTW does the 06 bike have the same emissions crap on it that a new 07 will? If not its a majorplus for it in my book. Getting engine "goodies" for the bikes with that noise reduction and CAT system is a bit harder and you easily run afowl of the law if you pull any of thatpower robbing, noise reducingjunk off.
On this side of the pondit, or something like it is (for now) only installedon bikes built for sale in California. Everywhere else the pipes may not be as loud as many would like. But you have numerous, relativly simple replacement options avalable that won't get you introuble with the EPA, or the loonier parts of the Global Warming crowd.
Man, they hose you poor guys over there.
BTW does the 06 bike have the same emissions crap on it that a new 07 will? If not its a majorplus for it in my book. Getting engine "goodies" for the bikes with that noise reduction and CAT system is a bit harder and you easily run afowl of the law if you pull any of thatpower robbing, noise reducingjunk off.
On this side of the pondit, or something like it is (for now) only installedon bikes built for sale in California. Everywhere else the pipes may not be as loud as many would like. But you have numerous, relativly simple replacement options avalable that won't get you introuble with the EPA, or the loonier parts of the Global Warming crowd.
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2006
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From: England
RE: Would you swap ?
Wildy, it sounds like it could be a good deal at 17K if you really like the way it's set up. Have you taken it for a ride?
To check, ask them for a list of the parts on and prices - don't forget there's be a lot of labour involved too. Parts dept should have created a list for the build. If you have the part numbers you can cross check HD UK prices at: http://www.guernseyharleydavidson.com/faqs.aspxbut you must add 17.5% VAT to get a mainland price.
Which dealer is it at?
To check, ask them for a list of the parts on and prices - don't forget there's be a lot of labour involved too. Parts dept should have created a list for the build. If you have the part numbers you can cross check HD UK prices at: http://www.guernseyharleydavidson.com/faqs.aspxbut you must add 17.5% VAT to get a mainland price.
Which dealer is it at?
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2006
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From: Nebraska
RE: Would you swap ?
Wildly... my wife is from Grimsby, South Humberside so I know a little about your roads over there and I am not so sure that the 6 speed should be a deciding factor in your decision or not. I just don't see you using 6th gear a whole lot unless you get on the motorway... and let me tell you... I have been on your motorway and not sure if I would like it on a bike. 
Anyway... I am not sure what kind of riding you do but here anyway I don't use 6th gear until I am at 65 or above... and that's just usually when I get on the Interstate here.
The 96B is nice but as far as the motor goes... sounds like you already have a power horse... like I said... with your roads and were talking a fat boy here... you won't be ripping those country curves like you would on a crotch rocket.
Just my 02 cents.
Anyway... I am not sure what kind of riding you do but here anyway I don't use 6th gear until I am at 65 or above... and that's just usually when I get on the Interstate here. The 96B is nice but as far as the motor goes... sounds like you already have a power horse... like I said... with your roads and were talking a fat boy here... you won't be ripping those country curves like you would on a crotch rocket.
Just my 02 cents.
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Road Warrior
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RE: Would you swap ?
ORIGINAL: ultraultra
And we thought we had “stealers†over here! I don’t know if this is possible, but maybe you could order your accessories from some of the dealers over here, and have them shipped UPS across the pond. I buy a LOT of stuff from HALESHD.COM. GREAT folks to deal with. 20% off list prices every day. Even with the overseas shipping, I would think that it would still be cheaper. As an example, the chrome switch housing kit, P/N 70222-96B lists for $123.95. I just bought it for my wife’s Deluxe for $99.16. It’s just an idea.
And we thought we had “stealers†over here! I don’t know if this is possible, but maybe you could order your accessories from some of the dealers over here, and have them shipped UPS across the pond. I buy a LOT of stuff from HALESHD.COM. GREAT folks to deal with. 20% off list prices every day. Even with the overseas shipping, I would think that it would still be cheaper. As an example, the chrome switch housing kit, P/N 70222-96B lists for $123.95. I just bought it for my wife’s Deluxe for $99.16. It’s just an idea.
the chrome switch housings that list for $123.95 and you paid $99.16 for, I got off ebay brand new for $40.00!
so there is another alternative to getting parts at a cheap price.[8D]
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RE: Would you swap ?
I decided to go for a 2007 model after reading all the reviews and comments. The bike I have bought is still in the shop as I have ordered a head light nacelle to be fitted. I have been told a week before they deliver the bike to me 
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I really liked the 2006 with all the bits on it. It is a very impressive bike, but for the money I am spending (£17k) I decided to go with the new model.
The 2006 spoilt me and I wanted a special 2007 bike. I then sourced a 2006 registered bike with the exotic grinder paint set and seat as shown on the front cover of the 2007 catalogue. In the flesh it absolutely blew me away. The colours and finish are amazing.
Hope you like it. I will be posting pictures when it arrives.
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.I really liked the 2006 with all the bits on it. It is a very impressive bike, but for the money I am spending (£17k) I decided to go with the new model.
The 2006 spoilt me and I wanted a special 2007 bike. I then sourced a 2006 registered bike with the exotic grinder paint set and seat as shown on the front cover of the 2007 catalogue. In the flesh it absolutely blew me away. The colours and finish are amazing.
Hope you like it. I will be posting pictures when it arrives.
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Road Master
Joined: Jan 2007
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From: East NM
RE: Would you swap ?
There are 2 mechanical problems that you should ask about first. The early 6 speed gearboxes had a problem with one of the bearings The last I heard, there is no real fix, you just bring the bike back once or twice a year for a free repair. If the bike you are looking at has a 5 speed, this is not a problem.
The second is that some 80 and 88 inch twincam engines had a problem with an end bearing on the rear cam. This can be corrected, so make sure that they have done it if the bike has one of the engines with this problem.
Other than the above, I would say go for it. It's not often you get a chance to get a bike like that for a price like that.
The second is that some 80 and 88 inch twincam engines had a problem with an end bearing on the rear cam. This can be corrected, so make sure that they have done it if the bike has one of the engines with this problem.
Other than the above, I would say go for it. It's not often you get a chance to get a bike like that for a price like that.