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2003 FLHRCI - good/bad?

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Old Oct 15, 2011 | 07:07 PM
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Default 2003 FLHRCI - good/bad?

Oh wise and knowledgeable HDF:

I have a line on a very clean looking 100th anniversary RKC. It's got 34K on the clock, not a dent or scratch, V&H slipons, SE A/C (and I assume download - have to check that). New cam tensioner shoes. Asking $11K, pretty sure I can get it down a bit. That's about all I know about it.

Before I go check it out, what should I be looking for, and if I take it home, what can I expect down the road?
 
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Old Oct 15, 2011 | 07:12 PM
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Good motorcycle, Harley took out the Timken Lefty bearing beginning in '03 and switched to a cold forged crankshaft. But it's stiIl a dependable ride.

It also has the earlier Kevlar 1 1/2" Drive Belt but so does mine...at 96,000 miles.

He is however asking WAY too much money IMO.
 
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Old Oct 15, 2011 | 09:53 PM
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34K, new tensioners, if you can get it where you are comfortable with price, then go for it.
 

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Old Oct 15, 2011 | 10:22 PM
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IMO.......A great motorcycle......I've got 51,000 miles on mine and have never had a single problem with it.
 
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Old Oct 16, 2011 | 01:08 PM
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Just recently bought my 03 RK with 12 thousand miles for $7,8oo and I love it .He was asking $10,5oo . I got a guy who "HAD" to sell by sep 1st so I knew there would be some room for negotiation. Just give him what you think it worth . Looking back now and loving just about everything about the bike also knowing it was exactly what I was looking for. I woud have givin the $10,5oo ;-)
 
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