my 2011 dilema
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 212
Likes: 4
From: Arizona
I spent 12k on mine after warranties tire coverage gap I spent almost 3-4 k on just warranties, and this was the first set of two wheels I was ever on including dirt bikes I did not even have a motorcycle license when I bought mine now I will not ever go with out a bike and don't know how I made it to 25 with out one hope it all works out but if you ever liked riding you will miss it when its gone I know I would if I was in your situation I would just try to get what I owe and not be selfish
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 2,372
Likes: 250
From: NW Kentucky
I have to agree. What you paid for bike doesn't to a buyer. They look at what it's worth and any add ons are most likely not what they want. The fact that it has ben dropped and probably has a (carfax) record doesn't help. Time of year is bad too depending on where you live. Just my opinion though.
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 693
Likes: 67
From: LI, NY
"isuckatridingbikes" - Well no one was born knowing how. What you need is skills. To get them, and restore your confidence so you can enjoy that major purchase, take a basic riding course
Last edited by Howler_LI; Oct 18, 2011 at 06:12 AM.
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 755
Likes: 6
From: Kansas
Thanks for the reminder. I just posted my experience from this weekend under Bad Dealerships. 
The OP made some mistakes, but the buying process can be confusing and stressful for first-time buyers.
The OP made some mistakes, but the buying process can be confusing and stressful for first-time buyers.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 4,904
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From: Streetsboro, Oh
Yeah sorry to say the OP will take a huge loss on this bike, but you live and learn. We have all been there at one time. Wow wrecked after 20 mins is crazy and the bike only has 14 miles on it That was one short ride.
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Big Kahuna HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 23,881
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From: USA
Ok so i bought a brand new 2011 HD sportster custom 1200, literally 20mins after i bought it i wrecked it (i know i know plz dont start lol). spent $1k on deductible got it totally fixed, was nothing major just couple scratches and stuff. well im getting married in April and im strapped for cash so i need to get rid of the bike.
my problem
bought it and came out to be around $14,500-15,000 with tax and also got the extended warranty for 4 years
bike literally has 14miles on it
seeing as i "laid" it down how much would this depreciate the value?
how much should i even ask for?
i owe $9,800 and was thinking maybe $11-12k?
thoughts?
my problem
bought it and came out to be around $14,500-15,000 with tax and also got the extended warranty for 4 years
bike literally has 14miles on it
seeing as i "laid" it down how much would this depreciate the value?
how much should i even ask for?
i owe $9,800 and was thinking maybe $11-12k?
thoughts?