Should i go for it or not?
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Rocky Hill, CT.
Hello every one, i am a big HD fan but since i am a student i cant really afford a 15k bike.. i found a 95 road king with 38 k miles and salvaged title. The seller told me that it runs fine and i will be able to register it in PA. he is looking only 5500 $ for it. Question how dangerous is it to buy salvaged title motorcycle? is 38k too much miles for a bike? and except for 6 speed gear box and 6 gallon tank, are there any differences between 95 and 09?
Thank you
Thank you
save up and don't ride for one more year.
The wait will be worth it.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 2,561
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From: North Cental Iowa
Like a college student can save up $10,000 in a year, get real. Everybody has to have a starter bike & this sounds like it could be a good one.
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,599
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From: Hoffman Estates, IL
He's halfway home while us guys with black or maroon bikes are still trying to figure out which one is ours in the parking lot.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Between Chicago & Milwaukee
How much is one or two years of your life worth ? Find something solid and get out there and ride what ya got,HD's are timeless.There's guys I know riding old bikes from way back that are laughing their azz's off at all the stuff that's come out in the last decade or two.
The more these Touring Bikes change,and this includes the bike I'm on,the more isolated from the road they feel...
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Southern Missouri ( ozarks)
Naw,I don't think it was factory,it was a repaint no doubt.But whoever painted it,did a great job,All the washings and details I gave it,I never really saw any flaws n the paint.I had planned on "scuffing" the paint and going over it with a pearl in the clear to tone it down but never got around to taking the tins off and doing it.
+1 on the idea of getting any "salvage/rebuilt" bike inspected by a third party before buying.
A seller is going to tell you it's fine...they want to get your money & get rid of the bike.
It could be 100% fine, but it could also be ready to become a 700 lbs paperweight in a 100 miles.
A seller is going to tell you it's fine...they want to get your money & get rid of the bike.
It could be 100% fine, but it could also be ready to become a 700 lbs paperweight in a 100 miles.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 5,413
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From: eastern oklahoma
check around, the right bike will show up when you're ready for it. that does seem high for the bike considering the salvage title issue. take your time, educate yourself, and look on craigslist, you might find just what you're after that has a clean title and in good condition. the seller might be motivated to tell you that it rides just fine, and that you can register it in Pa. he might be telling you just what you want to hear so you'll buy it. be cautious is about all the advice i can offer.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 2,236
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From: Gainesville, VA
I wouldn't do it, but that's just me. If I'm putting out that kind of cash I'm expecting it to perform. The salvaged title just has too many unknowns. There are plenty of bikes available, be patient.
I was looking for my first Harley with $8500 to spend. Ended up with a sweet 3 year old BMW (with 360 miles) as my starter bike. Rode it for 3 years until I picked up my RK. Keep your options open.
I was looking for my first Harley with $8500 to spend. Ended up with a sweet 3 year old BMW (with 360 miles) as my starter bike. Rode it for 3 years until I picked up my RK. Keep your options open.
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Road Master
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 850
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From: Tennessee
No way would I buy that bike. I've been in your shoes (broke college student) but I saved and waited and watched for a deal on a good bike.
Try this link...
http://www.bikerbill.com/Touring.html
Try this link...
http://www.bikerbill.com/Touring.html
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