Could use a little help making a decision
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2021
Posts: 18,434
Likes: 3,716
From: backwoods
No argument, except for heat issues with the earlier twnkies. Those old 88s would cook your jewels at prolonged highway speeds. The newer ones were better.
To clarify my point. The 107 is a great motor. It kinda runs out of juice as the rpms climb. The 114 is better, but the 117 pulls strong across the rpm range.v.
To clarify my point. The 107 is a great motor. It kinda runs out of juice as the rpms climb. The 114 is better, but the 117 pulls strong across the rpm range.v.
And I have no doubt I would enjoy the latest engine. But I just disagree with people who will say you can't tour 2 up with a 103. I have been pretty happy 103 stock. Again I am sure if I drove a faster bike, I would like it. My 96" was just stage 1, and was ok too.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 2,514
Likes: 443
From: South Florida
I am going to disagree, because I disagree. TC88s I think were cooler than 96". EPA laws changed in 2006, and simply bigger motors are hotter. My 2007 is hotter
And I have no doubt I would enjoy the latest engine. But I just disagree with people who will say you can't tour 2 up with a 103. I have been pretty happy 103 stock. Again I am sure if I drove a faster bike, I would like it. My 96" was just stage 1, and was ok too.
And I have no doubt I would enjoy the latest engine. But I just disagree with people who will say you can't tour 2 up with a 103. I have been pretty happy 103 stock. Again I am sure if I drove a faster bike, I would like it. My 96" was just stage 1, and was ok too.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2022
Posts: 614
Likes: 1,376
From: Tennessee
Helluva lot cheaper than a dealership.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2021
Posts: 2,099
Likes: 2,107
From: NoVA
Last edited by rideonva; Jul 2, 2025 at 09:24 AM.
Road Captain
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 661
Likes: 9
From: Ft. Washington, Md.
That MD store might be a joke...I called about a used bike or something, maybe ref to me trading...I really don't remember. But, what I do remember is that the guy I spoke with on the phone was not very helpful or enticing at all, through the whole vibe off.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 3,179
Likes: 683
From: Forest Hill, Md
How long ago was this?
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 340
Likes: 194
From: Orlando
I would choose the 24 with the 117 as it’s just so much nicer. I was searching marketplace and I just couldn’t find what I wanted.
You might look new, I ended up with a new 25 SG black/black for 21k then with all the fees/taxes was 25k. 2k fees and 2k taxes.
You might look new, I ended up with a new 25 SG black/black for 21k then with all the fees/taxes was 25k. 2k fees and 2k taxes.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 9,568
Likes: 7,936
From: Long Island, New York
Deals are out there. I suggest widening your search, 250 miles seems like the sweet spot. I bought a 2022 in Maryland in April, drove there and back from the Island same day. 4 hours there, 6 hours back, long day but well worth it for the deal I got. Saving several thousand dollars is worth a days drive, good luck.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Club Member
Joined: Oct 2016
Posts: 4,549
Likes: 5,887
From: Syracuse NY
OP - I agree with Architect. Go on Facebook and Craigslist and set your search parameters out a bit father than 250-miles.
You are kinda shut off north of you unless there's a bike sitting on the bottom of Lake Ontario.
I did a 600-mile search on Craigslist and found my garage queen 2010 FLHTK with sidecar out in Columbus, Ohio.
I found my '16 FLHTK via Facebook Marketplace in Long Island. And my '42 WLA in Maine through Facebook. In the middle of moose country no less!
And don't forget to browse Bring a Trailer. I just sold a Triumph bobber flip there.
Or go for the '24 at Tioga. It's only money.........
You are kinda shut off north of you unless there's a bike sitting on the bottom of Lake Ontario.
I did a 600-mile search on Craigslist and found my garage queen 2010 FLHTK with sidecar out in Columbus, Ohio.
I found my '16 FLHTK via Facebook Marketplace in Long Island. And my '42 WLA in Maine through Facebook. In the middle of moose country no less!
And don't forget to browse Bring a Trailer. I just sold a Triumph bobber flip there.
Or go for the '24 at Tioga. It's only money.........