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Old Nov 18, 2007 | 12:44 AM
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I'm not sure how anyone can give an honest response with the little bit of information you have. Questions I would want to know are:

Has the engine/trans/primary had any work done to it and when?
What is the overall condition of the bike?
Are there any service records for it?
What is the compression reading?
How does it ride?
How does it look (paint/chrome shiney)?
What condition are the brakes/tires?
What extras are included?
Carb or FI?
Is that the dealerships best price or can you negotiate?

I wouldn't worry about the things that appear incorrect (wheels, saddlebag guards, tank emblem). People change that stuff all the time in the name of personalization. There is nothing wrong with a good running Evo if the price is right. If the bike is basically stock and has just been ridden for 60K miles with minimal work, then I agree the price is high.

Help us help you by trying to get more information on it. It may not be a bad deal.
 
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Old Nov 18, 2007 | 02:05 AM
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Nope..................
 
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Old Nov 18, 2007 | 02:08 AM
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Shop around you can find twin cams fot that price or even better.... Jer
 
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Old Nov 18, 2007 | 06:43 AM
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PASS!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 01:14 PM
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You can do much better for the money. For that amount, you can get a bike a few years newer with much less miles.
 
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 02:35 PM
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ORIGINAL: kenpobabe

Looking to buy this bike from a dealer but don't know if the money they're asking is appropriate for it's milage. IS IT WORTH IT?!!! Suggestions would be highly appreciated.

Manufacturer
Harley-Davidson�

Model Year
1998

Model
FLHRCI

Price
$9,495.00*

Color
Black

Displacement
1340cc

Stock Number:
385TV

Miles
69973


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I would pass on this also.
 
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 04:38 PM
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If the difference between the average retail price (I prefer kbb.com) and the asking price is 10%, then you can negotiate this bike down to what it's worth. That will mean attention to physical appearance,service records, upgrades, riding area (road salt? unheated garage?), and a little money for YOUR independent mechanic to evaluate the bike. Doing your homework may lead to a great bike at a great price. I don't think you'll find that by passing the bike up due to ahigh asking price. The asking price is just a starting point. Everyone wants more - the question is, what is fair?
 
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 06:59 PM
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Too old & pricey for the $$$. You will find a better deal. Keep lookin...
 
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 07:08 PM
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I've seen '01 and '02 ultras on craiglist here with half the miles for around the same price or a little less. Pass and keep looking for something with 20-30k on it. Good luck on your search.
 
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Old Nov 19, 2007 | 07:22 PM
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I would have a hard time buying a used bike from a dealer. You are going to pay $2,000 more than individual sale and then have to pay sales tax.
 
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