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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 05:51 AM
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I am looking to purchase my first Harley and found a 2004 Softail Heritage. 7,000 miles on it 1 owner garaged kept. Not sure what to look for and beware of. Any help would be great.
 
Old Apr 30, 2009 | 05:53 AM
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 07:19 AM
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thanks, cant wait to buy a bike, just started looking. So many decisions to make, what should I look for as far as buying a used Hog?
 
Old Apr 30, 2009 | 10:28 AM
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Old Apr 30, 2009 | 11:22 AM
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bout the same as U would a used car..what looks do U like?,
what is Ur riding style?, then:
*condition.
*miles.
*records.
*add-ons.
*history.

then price,
 
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Welcome from Vancouver, WA. This is a great place to find lots of info on all topics. Enjoy
 
Old Apr 30, 2009 | 12:18 PM
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I would get someone who knows the right things to look for, service dept, independent service, close friend that has a harley, and I would look at the record of the bike. Welcome from New Mexico.
 
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