trade for an '05 ultra?
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Road Master
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From: SE TN
trade for an '05 ultra?
My wife informed me today that my father-in-law's friend is looking to sell his '05 ultra classic peace officer, 18000 miles, for $11000. I've been looking at RKs, but this seems like a great deal and I like the ultra. Thoughts?
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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins
that's a fair deal- esp. if you get all the service records and a "historical" knowledge of the vehicle
the paint job is nice if that appeals to you-- no inherent value in the blue/blue paint --- but who knows it might save you a speeding ticket one day
mike
the paint job is nice if that appeals to you-- no inherent value in the blue/blue paint --- but who knows it might save you a speeding ticket one day
mike
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That is a great deal. Jump on it. I bought an Ultra and I love it. I didnt think I would use the cruise or stereo but I do. It is nice having all the storage too. Just get the bike checked out by a mechanic or at least get service records. If in good shape definitely worth it.
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You pays your money and you takes your choice. The Ultra is the most enjoyable touring bike I've ever had.
If it suits what you want your Harley to do, and is well maintained; I think that you will be happy.
If it suits what you want your Harley to do, and is well maintained; I think that you will be happy.
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Road Master
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So if I have a mechanic check it out, what should I emphasize he looks for? Cam tensioner, oil consumption from leaking valves... ? I'm fairly confident the guy took this thing to the dealer for all service.
I know I would be taking a step "down" to the 88/5 speed from the 96/6 speed, but I've have the itch for a touring bike for 6 months and this seems like a good opportunity to scratch it
I know I would be taking a step "down" to the 88/5 speed from the 96/6 speed, but I've have the itch for a touring bike for 6 months and this seems like a good opportunity to scratch it
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So if I have a mechanic check it out, what should I emphasize he looks for? Cam tensioner, oil consumption from leaking valves... ? I'm fairly confident the guy took this thing to the dealer for all service.
I know I would be taking a step "down" to the 88/5 speed from the 96/6 speed, but I've have the itch for a touring bike for 6 months and this seems like a good opportunity to scratch it
I know I would be taking a step "down" to the 88/5 speed from the 96/6 speed, but I've have the itch for a touring bike for 6 months and this seems like a good opportunity to scratch it
3200rpm at 75 mph. Right in the sweet spot. The only reason I would want a newer bike is for ABS. I'm sure there are other nice things about newer bikes, but you won't miss them if you never tried them. Can't lose what you never had!
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go for it. 88 run good and maybe like me you will prefer it instead of 96...
And last thing, if you have money to buy a more expensive one, it will let you swap some parts like ape, 21" wheel and lots of nice stuff
And last thing, if you have money to buy a more expensive one, it will let you swap some parts like ape, 21" wheel and lots of nice stuff
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