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Low mileage is more attractive - period! I, as most, would rather not buy a high mileage bike. Who the fock knows if it was well maintained or if it was beaten to death. It's a crap shoot. I would gladly pay more for zero or damn near on the clock.
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I bought an ‘03 Ultra Classic in ‘11. It had 2,090 miles. Cooper said to change the tires if they were 6 years old. So definitely change the tires.
Absolutely change the oil. Especially since he started it every 3 months. I’d buy a new battery, at least get it load tested.
Zero miles and pristine condition are worth a lot, but you do incur these extra costs. Every year has its problems, and they are exaggerated on this forum. You’re going to love this bike. Congratulations.
Absolutely change the oil. Especially since he started it every 3 months. I’d buy a new battery, at least get it load tested.
Zero miles and pristine condition are worth a lot, but you do incur these extra costs. Every year has its problems, and they are exaggerated on this forum. You’re going to love this bike. Congratulations.
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Mikes2011fxdb (03-25-2018)
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Great find, I would have paid $6K for that myself, some people say keep it crated and store it like the previous owner, but an 03 really wouldn't go up in value that much in value. You might get a private collector to give you more, but the fact you found a brand "new" 15 yr. old bike is very cool. Tires, battery and fluids would be my first concerns. BTW, I just bought a 2011 NRS with 5,500 miles for $6,200 with V&H competition exhaust and a bunch of aftermarket upgrades with a cover and service manual. I'm happy with my deal also. Have fun.