Hey from MI
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From: Michigan
Hey from MI
Hey I'm obviously new to this forum. I don't currently own a bike but have wanted a Harley for as long as I can remember. I've ridden dirt bikes growing up so while not the same I'm comfortable on a bike. I really like the Heritage Softail and have been doing my homework on them. Maybe this is not the right place to ask but is there a year to avoid? I'm seriously looking at a bone stock 2002 Heritage wth 41,000 miles listed for $8500. Thanks for any advice and sorry if I've posted in the wrong spot.
I look forward to exploring this site more.
I look forward to exploring this site more.
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From: SE Wisconsin
Welcome to the HDforums and hello from Wisconsin.
For Heritage questions you might want to post https://www.hdforums.com/forum/softail-models-7/
For Heritage questions you might want to post https://www.hdforums.com/forum/softail-models-7/
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From: Michigan 15 Minutes East Of Hell
Welcome .... the Heritage is a good bike. Be aware that around the mileage that the bike you are looking at has they can ( I stress "can" ) need cam chain tensioners! Something to consider. Do a search on our site for more info.
Road Warrior
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From: Mississippi
Welcome from Mississippi. You can get all your questions answered here. Ride safe.
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Road Captain
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Welcome ! Can't comment on the Heritage other than it being a great looking bike.
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From: Near Frankenmuth, MI
I see there's a lot of MI guys here. Welcome to the forum.
As for the Heritage, they are a low riding bike. I traveled down the Gulf Blvd in Fla on a 2000 and found it comfortable and responsive. Handling was very natural feeling. Good place to start.
I started on trail bikes too. F-8 Kaw and really like off roading on a bike. Not so much on my Tour Glide.
Here's a thought, you may want to rent some of the available bikes from a Harley Dealer. Here In Mi I like the 45th Parallel in Grayling. You're already up north and heading out from there means the adventure starts right away.
Good luck making your choice.
As for the Heritage, they are a low riding bike. I traveled down the Gulf Blvd in Fla on a 2000 and found it comfortable and responsive. Handling was very natural feeling. Good place to start.
I started on trail bikes too. F-8 Kaw and really like off roading on a bike. Not so much on my Tour Glide.
Here's a thought, you may want to rent some of the available bikes from a Harley Dealer. Here In Mi I like the 45th Parallel in Grayling. You're already up north and heading out from there means the adventure starts right away.
Good luck making your choice.
