SG Advice Please
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From: SoCal
I would get the bike with the lowest miles. I wouldn't want any of those "extras" on my bike. My 08 is an AWESOME bike that I wouldn't trade for any other FLHX of any year, and yes I have ridden a 2014 many times.
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From: Vermont
Thanks! Maybe its geographical, but the prices are consistent with comparable a throughout the state (I've looked state wide). The 6100 mile bike is a dealer, the other is private seller. His is OBO so I'm sure it's an opening number and he'll take a little less (or I won't buy).
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From: SoCal
Unless he is willing to sell that bike to the OP for $13,500 I don't see how this helps him any.
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2nd Gear
Joined: May 2016
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From: OH
Don't be afraid to shop outside your geographical area either. The 08's brought about 6 gallon gas tanks, ABS and Brembo brakes, but the 09 and laters brought about an entirely new frame and the Rushmore line in 14 brought about many other changes. Don't get me wrong, I love my 08 and am content on keeping it, but if I were just starting out and $15k to spend I'd probably look for a newer model in that price range.
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From: Midland Twp, MI
Just showing him that there are deals out there to be had, you have to find them. The guy I work with found the bike on cycle trader. Unless one of the bikes is everything the OP is looking for, you can't fall in love with the first one you come across.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2013
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From: dallas
buy an '09 or later. or better yet, if you can swing it, buy a rushmore. My first harley, after many metrics, dont think I would have been happy with anything less than a rushmore.
good luck with your decision.