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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 05:48 PM
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well I made the ultimate mistake today , went to one of my local dealers today just killing time and was just looking around and found a 2007 Ultra in Pacific blue with 32000 miles on it and crome all over, custom wheels ,stage 1 kit and slip ons . very nice bike, good trade on my 96 , there asking $15000 on the 07. so are the 07s that much better or should I just keep my 96, HELP
 

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I had`a 07 UC much like you describe,I would keep what you have or move up to a 09 at least.
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by 1st 96 ultra
well I made the ultimate mistake today , went to one of my local dealers today just killing time and was just looking around and found a 2007 Ultra in Pacific blue with 32000 miles on it and crome all over, custom wheels ,stage 1 kit and slip ons . very nice bike, good trade on my 96 , there asking $15000 on the 07. so are the 07s that much better or should I just keep my 96, HELP
FWIW, I have an '08 UC (ABS) with fewer miles and asking $15000...so you should be able to get a better price then that.
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 06:04 PM
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that sounds about right from a dealer,your probly going to get a bunch of opinions.I would not trade in a bike that I have spent a lot of time and money getting it to run the way I have done(a trade would be a downgrade) but 15 years you might be do for a change.If you can swing it go for a new one.
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 06:11 PM
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if you want a new bike, get the new frame on the touring model
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 06:13 PM
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Agree w/bob2002 - get 09 or newer & 15K's a little much for 2007...even w/all the mods.
 
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I had`a 07 UC much like you describe,I would keep what you have or move up to a 09 at least.
are there problems with the 07s
 
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 08:01 PM
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Not really, just that with the 09s and up, there are a ton of great improvements. If it's doable, try for a 09.
 
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Seems high....check Craigslist or cycletrader for 07s....or newer...might be surprised at prices this time of year... Great time to buy(Wish i could) Bad time to sell!!!!!
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Old Nov 6, 2010 | 08:07 PM
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+1 on a 09 but i do love my 07.
 
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