$42,400 !!
Road Master
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From: Calgary, Canada
I had been kicking tires in my local dealership for the last couple of weeks. I have a perfectly fine 2002 Goldwing that I enjoy riding, but the bike itself doesn't excite me. I'm turning 40 in a few months and my wife gave me the OK to buy a Harley as a gift from her. We immediately fell in love with the CVO, but the idea of spending that kind of money on a bike was sickening to me.
Last Saturday I made up my mind and we headed to the dealership to buy an Ultra Limited. I told the dealer we'd take it and we were walking back to his desk. Along the way, my wife and another employee started commenting on how nice the CVO was. Long story short, we left that evening having purchased the CVO.
It's a ridiculous amount of money, but life is short. We are fortunate to have the means, and my wife felt I'd regret not getting the CVO down the road. All the new Harley's are nice, but the CVO really stands out. I'm loving the bike and plan on keeping it for quite some time.
Last Saturday I made up my mind and we headed to the dealership to buy an Ultra Limited. I told the dealer we'd take it and we were walking back to his desk. Along the way, my wife and another employee started commenting on how nice the CVO was. Long story short, we left that evening having purchased the CVO.
It's a ridiculous amount of money, but life is short. We are fortunate to have the means, and my wife felt I'd regret not getting the CVO down the road. All the new Harley's are nice, but the CVO really stands out. I'm loving the bike and plan on keeping it for quite some time.
I know if I bought a CVO i would still strip it down and spend 10k on it to personalise it.
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2008
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Thats right. When I bought my 09 SE Ultra in 11-11, it was on the showroom floor for $38,900 with 9700mi. He had all the paperwork of all oil changes, maintaince records, even tire pressure checks!!! And his bill of sale in 11-08 was $43,890 out the door.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Sierra Nevada's
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Stopped by local dealer this weekend, Quaid H-D in Temecula, CA., right by the front door they had a CVO Limited priced at $42, 400 ! Now I know that we all overspend on our Harleys but $42K ? Jesus H Christ, if that's not an example of how ridiculous H-D has gotten with their prices I don't know what is ! Ironically, I was car shopping recently and looked at some brand new Lexus models the IS-250/350 and ES-350. All can be had for less than the CVO Limited. I understand supply and demand but HD is taking it's customers for one hell of a ride !
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2012
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From: Arizona
Stopped by local dealer this weekend, Quaid H-D in Temecula, CA., right by the front door they had a CVO Limited priced at $42, 400 ! Now I know that we all overspend on our Harleys but $42K ? Jesus H Christ, if that's not an example of how ridiculous H-D has gotten with their prices I don't know what is ! Ironically, I was car shopping recently and looked at some brand new Lexus models the IS-250/350 and ES-350. All can be had for less than the CVO Limited. I understand supply and demand but HD is taking it's customers for one hell of a ride !
And to think when I purchased my 13 SG and the bottom line was 23k I felt like I needed to go get my head examined for spending that. I almost walked out and said f_ck this!! Its and shiny engine based on 1920's technology on a frame.
The only saving grace for me is I keep my bikes for 10+ years minimum and I LOVE to ride.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Land of 10,000 lakes
In reading this thread from front to back I noticed really only one or two people that hit nail on the head. Those that buy the CVO ultra and spend the going rate, which is set depending on locale, really don't give a **** what the cost is. They can afford it. As in anything there are the exceptions where a few are owned by people of above average income who can afford it but really know they are paying a premium price. Most are owned by those that really don't feel the purchase at all. Same is true for 2014 vette buyers which are going for north of $75000.
Road Captain
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: Princeton, Texas
I recently picked up a 2010 Softail Convertible with low miles for $22K (out the door) so I don't feel too violated like I might have if I bought this new for around $30K..! These darn CVO's are really nice and I'm glad I could afford it. I always wanted one.
Road Master
Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Where The Bluegrass Grows
When Jap bike riders see a Harley, they wish they had one. When Harley riders see a CVO, they wish they had one. lol I would love to have one, but I'm very happy with what I have.
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Joined: Mar 2013
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From: California
I stopped by Glendale HD - they had the same bike, thru on a couple extra chrome pieces and wanted $48,000.00.
Makes me love my $22K Ultra ........ a lot : )
Advanced
Joined: Jan 2011
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From: Dallas, GA
Exactly !! It all depends on what level you want in on. Like many other that have commented, it was a gradual process for me to be able to afford a brand new '12 Road Glide.
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