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Old Sep 3, 2008 | 12:12 PM
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First of all....Hello! I am in Newnan Ga, and ride a Boulevard C90, but I have found a 02 Sportster 883 with 6,000 miles that my wife is just crazy about

I have never had a Harley....it's all new to me, but was wondering what I should look/look out for? The pros and cons if you will This one like I said is an 02 w/ 6000 and some odd miles. One ownwer, Great South HD in Newnan has it now.

They bought it from the orginal ownwer, it wasn't a trade in. He was an older fellow that just didn't ride any more and wanted to sell it. I think they are asking 4800-4900 is this a reasonable price.

Is there any ongoing problems that I should be aware of with this bike?
Thanks for any input in advance....Chuck
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 12:51 PM
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Welcome from Vancouver Island in Beautiful British Columbia. You will probably get the best responses by posting this on the Sporster Models forum.
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 01:15 PM
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you can do better in a private deal, but if that is what you like go for it, but don't look at riding double
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 02:11 PM
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Welcome from Northern California. The 2004 and newer Sportsters have a rubber mounted engine, vibration no longer an issue if that bothers you. If you plan a lot of two up riding, or are large, a bigger bike would be a better choice.
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 02:20 PM
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Kelly's Blue Book Apprasial- $4,440
Check it out..Sounds like your close..Have a good ride !!
http://www.kbb.com/KBB/Motorcycles/Retail.aspx
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 02:58 PM
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Welcome from Virginia. If you plan on riding 2-up, you probably need to look for a larger bike.
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 03:01 PM
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I agree with the other guys, Sportsters are fantastic solo rides, but I'd lean towards a Dyna if you want to double pack and still keep the $$ down.
 
Old Sep 3, 2008 | 03:22 PM
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