Why new HD?
Tourer
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From: Milwaukee
RE: Why new HD?
Status quo comment on our society in general.....no matter how much you have, it's never enough....
maybe if he was on an Evo, but can't see why you'd want to do that with an '05 that'll run just as well if not better than the '07. Toss in a 6 speed if you just have to have it and roll on.
But to each their own I guess, but I know I couldn't throw away money like that.
maybe if he was on an Evo, but can't see why you'd want to do that with an '05 that'll run just as well if not better than the '07. Toss in a 6 speed if you just have to have it and roll on.
But to each their own I guess, but I know I couldn't throw away money like that.
Cruiser
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RE: Why new HD?
I love people who always want a new bike. I found the bike of my dreams last year!! I purchased a 2004 BlackRoad King Classic that had 4,000 miles on it and this guy did more waxing then driving. This bike was immaculate. This thing fit like a glove. Custom bars, cables, and a ton of chrome. Had all thereceipts and they totaled almost $27,500. He was asking $17,500 and I offered him $16,000 and he told me no way. I said if you change your mind give me a call back. A few days later we agreed on $16,500and she was mine. Did the stage 1 after I picked it up and put some RinehartTrue Duelson her and I am set for the foreseeable future. Hell I even took a $4,000 receipt to the DMV and saved a ton on my tax.I must admit I am not as hardcore as most on this forum as I have a pretty busy life, and in Buffalo, NY wherethe riding season is short. I do manage about 5,000 miles a summer and this bike is the niceset bike I've ever had and will be keeping it for probably ten years or so. Different strokes as they say but I am very happy withmy old 2004 RKC.
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Road Master
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From: Omaha Nebraska
RE: Why new HD?
ORIGINAL: MCSarge
Cars and trucks I keep 2 to 3 years. My last bike I had for 7 years I hate to get rid of abike as it takes so long to set up and feel like mine. I try to change something substantial each year onmy bikes to makethen seem new agian. Then I lose my butt when I sell them.
Cars and trucks I keep 2 to 3 years. My last bike I had for 7 years I hate to get rid of abike as it takes so long to set up and feel like mine. I try to change something substantial each year onmy bikes to makethen seem new agian. Then I lose my butt when I sell them.
Onebig thing I credit my earlier retirement to isour used bike and car stratagy. On cars/SUVs I always look for one 2-3 yrs old, drive it 2-3 yrs and look for another one 2-3 yrs old. This way I'm getting one still in warranty in case I get a lemon, then with its depreciation, lower insurance andless taxes, this really adds upquickly.My relatives, friends and nieghbors usually can't tell it from a new one because I always pickthe latest body style and I've always picked Corvettes and luxury cars or SUVs and themost expensivetype bikes. Now I expect a new car salesman to jump on this and tell me how I screwed up.
Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: Deltona, FL
RE: Why new HD?
That's actually a good strategy you have there geargrinder. I have mostly worked the "new" bug out of my system, but the wife will want at least one brand new Harley in her lifetime and it will probably be the next bike we buy. From here on out, I will only be buying used vehicles. Let someone else take the depreciation hit.
Of course, new cars and trucks don't really appeal to me, new Harleys however...That's one hell of a temptation.
Of course, new cars and trucks don't really appeal to me, new Harleys however...That's one hell of a temptation.
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