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Old Oct 7, 2012 | 08:42 PM
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If your buying here and taking it to Japan, won't that mute the dealer security on a used bike if something goes wrong?
 
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Old Oct 8, 2012 | 07:16 PM
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Thanks for everyones help with my decision. Went back to the Harley dealer here on Sunday offered $6,500 on the 2009 1200 Custom he had listed at $7,900. Got it for $6,700. They delivered it today and I'm happy with the purchase. Dealer threw in some stock exhaust pipes and will put them on as part of the deal before I transfer to Japan in June. I will need them to pass the Japanese emission and decibel inspection before I can register it over there. Thanks again to everyone that offered their 2 cents. I will take on board the craigslist idea once I learn more about bikes but for now and me this was the way to go. See y'all around the boards.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2012 | 07:29 PM
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Congrats! Enjoy your bike.
 
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Old Oct 8, 2012 | 07:44 PM
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Ya man enjoy your new bike. Was in Tokyo earlier this year. It was great to see all the custom Harley's, ESP sportsters! Ride safe.
 
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