Best Harley for around 10k

[Tazz]

Family friend is looking at getting a Harley, been out of bikes for a while, not sure why on either of those. Tried to talk them into a Buell :laugh:, but hey each to their own.

I don't really know much about them, but what's the best model out there at the moment to go for with around a 10k budget? Seems to mainly be sportsters, which seem to get a bit of shit but actually look like they're more ridable than some of the bigger options?

After a trawl through trademe this is what I found and thought about a few options. Feel free to add your thoughts:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-986510444.htm

Good price for KM's, doubt it has been hammered at all, but has been sitting.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-985926417.htm

Untested setup (only 400kms), shorter fuel range (what should you expect from one of these anyway? 150k?) but should be much more responsive than a standard 1200?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=982486249

Few little extras, but price is high compared to the one above.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=979120413

Impractical as fuck. But looks kind of 'interesting' :laugh:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=932250384

Wild card. Wrong brand, over budget but would be a way better buy than a sportster?

I didn't really ask about pillion, but assume 2up will be rare and short if at all.

[Akzle]

indian .

[Tazz]

Won't get a decent one of those for 10k, and they seem to be set on Harley.
If it was me it would be Triumph, Indian or BSA before Harley. For better or worse I do like the look of a few of the Victorys too.
That said, the hotted up Sportster is something I would give a nudge, although the lack of any brake or suspension upgrades probably make the engine work a little redundant when it comes to giving it death? Never ridden one though so all assumption.

[Ender EnZed]

Glue a Harley badge on and call it a day.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-961405412.htm

[Crasherfromwayback]

That said, the hotted up Sportster is something I would give a nudge, although the lack of any brake or suspension upgrades probably make the engine work a little redundant when it comes to giving it death? Never ridden one though so all assumption.

Sporties are great fun. Don't get any HD with a chain though...they're fucking horrid. Don't get one with the 8L peanut tank, they're fucking useless. The Nighters with the 13L tank are far more practicle. Hot rodding them is easy and relatively cheap.

[Rhys]

What is wrong with chain drive HD ?

[Crasherfromwayback]

What is wrong with chain drive HD ?

They're just really harsh and horrid to ride. No cush drive in the rear wheel (the belt takes up most of the shock). Belt is far nicer to ride with.

[Akzle]

buy a hyosung and put a batwing fairing kit on it >_>

[240]

Nothing wrong with a nice sporty mate

[Mike.Gayner]

All of those bikes are soul sucking pieces of shit. And when you consider what an amazing bike you can get for under $10k outside of the cruiser market....

[98tls]

Nothing wrong with a nice sporty mate

Each to there own but methinks this belongs in the personals fella....

[Crasherfromwayback]

All of those bikes are soul sucking pieces of shit. And when you consider what an amazing bike you can get for under $10k outside of the cruiser market....

Fuck you're a dickhead. I guess...no cunt has the exquisite taste you posess, but guess what? Some people like different things. In the time I've seen you spit shit on this site...you come across as a full of shit try hard.

You run down beginners...you slag off anyone that dares think that bikes you don't like are good...you think you're an expert. You're a fucking wankstain.

We were ALL beginners at some stage.

It's 100% OK to be one.

If someone likes a bike, or a type of bike you don't like...that's ok.

How small is your cock?

[FJRider]

Don't get one with the 8L peanut tank, they're fucking useless. The Nighters with the 13L tank are far more practicle. Hot rodding them is easy and relatively cheap.

As long as the pubs and cafe's you like to pose (stop at) aren't too far apart (or far from home) and have a gas station handy ... there's no issue .. :whistle:

[ellipsis]

Fuck you're a dickhead. I guess...no cunt has the exquisite taste you posess, but guess what? Some people like different things. In the time I've seen you spit shit on this site...you come across as a full of shit try hard.

You run down beginners...you slag off anyone that dares think that bikes you don't like are good...you think you're an expert. You're a fucking wankstain.

We were ALL beginners at some stage.

It's 100% OK to be one.

If someone likes a bike, or a type of bike you don't like...that's ok.

How small is your cock?


...saved me from saying something similar Pete...the FJ wank has similar penile dysfunction too, I'd say...

[Tazz]

Sporties are great fun. Don't get any HD with a chain though...they're fucking horrid. Don't get one with the 8L peanut tank, they're fucking useless. The Nighters with the 13L tank are far more practicle. Hot rodding them is easy and relatively cheap.


Nothing wrong with a nice sporty mate

Chur! I thought the peanut tanks looked a bit hopeless. Will pass it on.

As for Mike, useless shopping advice is his bag. Don't be too harsh ;)


All of those bikes are soul sucking pieces of shit. And when you consider what an amazing bike you can get for under $10k outside of the cruiser market....


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[sidecar bob]

Fuck you're a dickhead. I guess...no cunt has the exquisite taste you posess, but guess what? Some people like different things. In the time I've seen you spit shit on this site...you come across as a full of shit try hard.

You run down beginners...you slag off anyone that dares think that bikes you don't like are good...you think you're an expert. You're a fucking wankstain.

We were ALL beginners at some stage.

It's 100% OK to be one.

If someone likes a bike, or a type of bike you don't like...that's ok.

How small is your cock?

I lol'd then I ROFL'd then I wee'd a bit.:lol:

[AD345]

Family friend is looking at getting a Harley, been out of bikes for a while, not sure why on either of those. Tried to talk them into a Buell :laugh:, but hey each to their own.

I don't really know much about them, but what's the best model out there at the moment to go for with around a 10k budget? Seems to mainly be sportsters, which seem to get a bit of shit but actually look like they're more ridable than some of the bigger options?

After a trawl through trademe this is what I found and thought about a few options. Feel free to add your thoughts:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-986510444.htm

Good price for KM's, doubt it has been hammered at all, but has been sitting.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/cruiser/auction-985926417.htm

Untested setup (only 400kms), shorter fuel range (what should you expect from one of these anyway? 150k?) but should be much more responsive than a standard 1200?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=982486249

Few little extras, but price is high compared to the one above.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=979120413

Impractical as fuck. But looks kind of 'interesting' :laugh:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=932250384

Wild card. Wrong brand, over budget but would be a way better buy than a sportster?

I didn't really ask about pillion, but assume 2up will be rare and short if at all.

How tall/short/heavy/light is he?

He needs to try a few on for size if he's coming back after a while. Comfort = confidence

Otherwise...go the Victory.

WAY more bang for the buck

[AllanB]

$10K? Casbolts had a couple of well priced Sporties in there some weeks back. Was not looking for Hogs when last in but may be worth a call. They are next to the local HD dealer and get a fair number of Hogs as trades ........

http://www.casboltsmotorcycles.co.nz/


Me - I like the Sporties - the wee one is gutless and I would avoid it unless it has a big bore kit - the 1200 pulls just fine.

[awa355]

They're just really harsh and horrid to ride. No cush drive in the rear wheel (the belt takes up most of the shock). Belt is far nicer to ride with.

Are the new 500's chain drive? Have a older KB friend who has looked at one. He quite likes the looks and the low seat height.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Are the new 500's chain drive? Have a older KB friend who has looked at one. He quite likes the looks and the low seat height.

Nah they're belt as well mate. Which is great I reckon. Fuck lubing chains.

[Tazz]

Are the new 500's chain drive? Have a older KB friend who has looked at one. He quite likes the looks and the low seat height.

From what I know unless he's on L's he wants the 750, if they're bringing them into NZ that is?

[Crasherfromwayback]

From what I know unless he's on L's he wants the 750, if they're bringing them into NZ that is?

Not at this stage, because they're not lambs, and would steal too many sales from the 883.

[Tazz]

Not at this stage, because they're not lambs, and would steal too many sales from the 883.

Yeah supposed to be gruntier, comfier and possibly a better build out of India than what they're getting in the states by the sounds :laugh:

[Reckless]

Fuck you're a dickhead. I guess...no cunt has the exquisite taste you posess, but guess what? Some people like different things. In the time I've seen you spit shit on this site...you come across as a full of shit try hard.
You run down beginners...you slag off anyone that dares think that bikes you don't like are good...you think you're an expert. You're a fucking wankstain.
We were ALL beginners at some stage.
It's 100% OK to be one.
If someone likes a bike, or a type of bike you don't like...that's ok.
How small is your cock?

True but it Might be time to go out find a good root Pete, there's a lot of pent up emotion in them words LMAO :innocent:

[Crasherfromwayback]

True but it Might be time to go out find a good root Pete, there's a lot of pent up emotion in them words LMAO :innocent:

Mate, I have my gorgeous GF on hand. Nothing pent up about me. I just (obviously) struggle with people that are always negative and down on everyone else's idea of good.

Can't recall a single positive post from that chap. And he loves to throw it out there...so gotta be able to have some back is how I see it.

[Reckless]

Mate, I have my gorgeous GF on hand. Nothing pent up about me. I just (obviously) struggle with people that are always negative and down on everyone else's idea of good.

Can't recall a single positive post from that chap. And he loves to throw it out there...so gotta be able to have some back is how I see it.

Just havin a laugh with one of the few here that has a sense of humor LMAO. :killingme
Rarely post these days even in the MotoGP threads which I seldom wander out of to wider KB. ;)
Just lurk, got sick of all the shit the mods let through when they are very quick for busting you for "ignoring forum etiquette" :motu:
They even let the MotoGP and ese threads turn to personal shit and insults over the last month or so. :weep:
Ah well its the place they want it to be, put up or fuck off I guess LOL :tugger:

Each to their own my life's to busy to give a shit about scrapping on the net. :mad:
Just wasting time atm till the Girl friends flight gets in from Napier. I really should be in the garage building the postie. :scooter:
ah I hear a car off for a cuddle me thinks :2thumbsup

[Crasherfromwayback]

ah I hear a car off for a cuddle me thinks :2thumbsup

You do foreplay? Fucking keeper mate!!!

[prophet19]

buy a hyosung and put a batwing fairing kit on it >_>

hahahaha, glad you're using me as an example

[AllanB]

Get one? Christchurch Motorcycles had some listed at reasonable prices.

[popelli]

Fuck you're a dickhead. ...............


Don't like what some one posts - add them to your ignore list and move on

[popelli]

want a Harley for £10k

1340 evo

best motor

best frame

best gearbox


and they are lighter than the new rubber mount sporties

[Crasherfromwayback]

Don't like what some one posts - add them to your ignore list and move on

Correct....

[5ive]

Fuck you're a dickhead. I guess...no cunt has the exquisite taste you posess, but guess what? Some people like different things. In the time I've seen you spit shit on this site...you come across as a full of shit try hard.

You run down beginners...you slag off anyone that dares think that bikes you don't like are good...you think you're an expert. You're a fucking wankstain.

We were ALL beginners at some stage.

It's 100% OK to be one.

If someone likes a bike, or a type of bike you don't like...that's ok.

How small is your cock?


Hey man, don't be so hard on him. It's probably not his fault.

At a guess, he was probably raised by a well-off family, that set a high bar. His father might of had a strong leather belt, and his mother may have only hugged him when she wasn't drunk. He may have also been a victim of bullying at school, and now has become a bully himself (online).

He's clearly worked hard for everything that hasn't already been given/gifted to him, or he may think his ascendancy the same level as the rest of the hard/smart working New Zealanders is exceptionally special, and now he is a big fish in a small pond.

Big City life™ is for losers, and Mike.Gaynor will let you know that living in a small New Zealand rural town™ is the bees knees, especially since Aucklanders have either retired to his small town™, or bought up all of the surrounding houses as investment properties, holiday homes, (or to commute from), which have inflated the equity of his ego and/or house, which has also had the added flow-on effect of employing his services either directly or indirectly.

With all of the (Auckland funded) infrastructure going in to his small town™, it's no wonder that you're jealous of him. He now has more roading access to other towns in his region than you do, and because of chlamydia infested tourists from Hamilton.

He rides a big boys bike, and his scarily super-human ability to have ridden every bike known to man, and his keen perception of which one is the bestest, means you should just shut the fuck up, because your bike is probably not the bestest, and added to his expertise with accountancy and buying retail stuff, his shit is next level yo, so there.

In conclusion, you big windy Wellingtonian: Go blow a bag of kittens.

Go Harleys, rust in piece.

[skippa1]

Fuck you're a dickhead. I guess...no cunt has the exquisite taste you posess, but guess what? Some people like different things. In the time I've seen you spit shit on this site...you come across as a full of shit try hard.

You run down beginners...you slag off anyone that dares think that bikes you don't like are good...you think you're an expert. You're a fucking wankstain.

We were ALL beginners at some stage.

It's 100% OK to be one.

If someone likes a bike, or a type of bike you don't like...that's ok.

How small is your cock?
So Eloquently put.

I especially like "youre a fucking wank stain":laugh::laugh:

[Tazz]

Cheers for all the input.


Get one? Christchurch Motorcycles had some listed at reasonable prices.

Not sure yet but I'd hope so. Won't have a chance to catch up until just before Christmas.

[Crasherfromwayback]

want a Harley for £10k

1340 evo

best motor

best frame

best gearbox


and they are lighter than the new rubber mount sporties

If you're referring to the FXR, they were certainly best of the old bunch, and the chassis is def better than the later dyna, but the 1340 is nowhere near the engine the twin cam is. Later six speed boxes are better to.

[Swivel]

Nah they're belt as well mate. Which is great I reckon. Fuck lubing chains.

All of my bikes have been chain driven so I don't know any difference. I agree the maintenance can be a pain in the neck or back. I wonder how good the scottoilers are. The only down side I've been told with belt drives are to be careful on gravel and stones.

[OddDuck]

All of my bikes have been chain driven so I don't know any difference. I agree the maintenance can be a pain in the neck or back. I wonder how good the scottoilers are. The only down side I've been told with belt drives are to be careful on gravel and stones.

Also thick, gluey mud, which can get packed in and won't clear the same way it will with a chain. Happened to a workmate with his LS650, due to a commute involving a wheel track cut through the front lawn.

Stones / gravel can snap or damage a belt if they get trapped between belt and pulley, the belt guards are there for good reason.

[pritch]

I wonder how good the scottoilers are. .

Scott oilers are fine.

[HenryDorsetCase]

From what I know unless he's on L's he wants the 750, if they're bringing them into NZ that is?

they on't bring the 750 sport here because it would mean they would never sell another 883 sportster.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Scott oilers are fine.

the PO of my Street triple had a chain oiler on before I got it. I had Exxon Valdez levels of shit all over the back of the bike and around the countershaft sprocket. I dont do enough miles to justify one and am very attracted to the idea of belt or even shaft drive.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Just havin a laugh with one of the few here that has a sense of humor LMAO. :killingme
Rarely post these days even in the MotoGP threads which I seldom wander out of to wider KB. ;)
Just lurk, got sick of all the shit the mods let through when they are very quick for busting you for "ignoring forum etiquette" :motu:
They even let the MotoGP and ese threads turn to personal shit and insults over the last month or so. :weep:
Ah well its the place they want it to be, put up or fuck off I guess LOL :tugger:

Each to their own my life's to busy to give a shit about scrapping on the net. :mad:
Just wasting time atm till the Girl friends flight gets in from Napier. I really should be in the garage building the postie. :scooter:
ah I hear a car off for a cuddle me thinks :2thumbsup
Still the best avatar on KB. Just saying

[Subike]

they on't bring the 750 sport here because it would mean they would never sell another 883 sportster.

Go looking, there are private importers bringing in the 750.
Even a couple in the dealerships.
The street is a darn good bike for a bike that is scratch built.
What?
Not copied from anything else, does not use any major parts from anything else, has its own style and persona.
Name another bike that is so "new" as in a scratch built,
But then not many of you buggers would understand that either. New or scratch built.
For around 10k, a street is a good ride..but what the fuck do I know......

[mossy1200]

Just get one of these instead. Mine cost me 6200 .
m109r

[Mike.Gayner]

Just get one of these instead. Mine cost me 6200 .
m109r

I'm not a cruiser fan at the best of times, but I cannot fathom why anyone would consider a HD when metrix bikes like this exist. Clearly a better bike, and for a fraction of the cost.

But I guess you don't get to wear a rocker, attach tassles and pretend to be a hard arse for the weekend.

[Maha]

I'm not a cruiser fan at the best of times, but I cannot fathom why anyone would consider a HD when metrix bikes like this exist. Clearly a better bike, and for a fraction of the cost.

But I guess you don't get to wear a rocker, attach tassles and pretend to be a hard arse for the weekend.



And have a 'Chopper Reid' stained mustache (Stained because of Park Drive Rolly constantly hanging on for dear life)

The leather vest/jacket with 856 badges attached from the 856 events he has attended over the years. And the unmistakable the Lion Red induced waistline hanging over the faux bull denim jeans which barely cover the 1970’s etched Tan leather cowboy boots.


Done :beer:

[mossy1200]

I'm not a cruiser fan at the best of times, but I cannot fathom why anyone would consider a HD when metrix bikes like this exist. Clearly a better bike, and for a fraction of the cost.

But I guess you don't get to wear a rocker, attach tassles and pretend to be a hard arse for the weekend.

Agree and especially on a budget when spending. 10 grand equals not much Harley I would expect.

I got 125hp, cobra exhaust, grand worth of luggage and touring seat, 240 back tire and huge torque for much less.

[old slider]

I'm not a cruiser fan at the best of times, but I cannot fathom why anyone would consider a HD when metrix bikes like this exist. Clearly a better bike, and for a fraction of the cost.

But I guess you don't get to wear a rocker, attach tassles and pretend to be a hard arse for the weekend.



I like my HD, Don't ask me why, its just got something about it that keeps me smiling. I also like the thought that other bike builders are copying the HD style, sadly I havnt heard one that sounds quite the same yet.

[onearmedbandit]

I like my HD, Don't ask me why, its just got something about it that keeps me smiling. I also like the thought that other bike builders are copying the HD style, sadly I havnt heard one that sounds quite the same yet.

That's because HD have a trademark on the noise their bikes make. Well if you believe what you read on the 'net.

[mossy1200]

That's because HD have a trademark on the noise their bikes make. Well if you believe what you read on the 'net.

Didn't they get that noise from wasted spark originally.
I don't think new harley's have a unique sound now.

[awayatc]

One can slag Harley for all one's worth. ...

You either get it or you don't

Can't think of any other bike that so many makers have tried to copy.....

Why buy a Harley look alike?

Only beer tastes like beer

Envy?

Small penis syndrome?

[Stu999c]

I had always stayed away from Harley's because of other people's opinions.
Now I own one and I love it.
Sure it's not new
It rattles and shakes but it has the best suspension and brakes that harley put in a sportster and I quite like it

[Moi]

One can slag Harley for all one's worth...

The Harley vs the others always sounds like the old Ford vs Holden argument...

if what you ride puts a smile on your face, then good for you...

[mossy1200]

One can slag Harley for all one's worth. ...

You either get it or you don't

Can't think of any other bike that so many makers have tried to copy.....

Why buy a Harley look alike?

Only beer tastes like beer

Envy?

Small penis syndrome?

Isnt a valkyrie a Harley look alike. Only Honda used its existing engine in the frame for a lack of good big twins to use.
Im only asking because its likely many Harley owners think any cruiser that is not HD is a look alike.
I quite like Harleys but if you cant afford a fairly new one alternate brands seem to make a lot of sense.
If beer only came in one brand peeps going to drink wine for variety.


Got a new to me 1998 honda valkyrie 1500 cc 6 cylinder tourer in my garage today....

I am more then impressed:
Very big large and wide....
Makes my Harley look small.
6 cyl sound like a ferrari.
All the bits look very solid and well made.
It says that is made in The USA....

I have fallen deeply in lust.

Anybody has/had one?

[awayatc]

Bit of a stretch to say a valkyrie is a harley look alike...
Apart from the fact they both have 2 wheels and a handlebar....

Had my Harely for about 8 or so years and loved many things about it...

I also love my flat 6 valkyrie....which is an entirely different animal in every way...

Doesn't make Harley bad...
Just different.

Can judge and compare both.
How many Harleys did you own?

Wine is fine...just don't call it beer.
Only beer is beer

[mossy1200]

How many Harleys did you own?



I have ridden a few but owned zero.
I do not mind them at all.
Im just pointing out you do not get much Harley for 10k under so if that the budget I would buy something else.
If my budget was 40k plus I would be tempted by the new bagger.
But if I had 40k to spend on a bike I would most likely trade my F4 on a F4RC at 64k.

[Tazz]

if what you ride puts a smile on your face, then good for you...

Damn straight, and if you don't like a certain marque why the fuck does the world need to know about it?

Self important asshats, that's why :laugh:

Let us know what brand of tampons you use too guys!

[Swivel]

That's because HD have a trademark on the noise their bikes make. Well if you believe what you read on the 'net.

I was told its because they run on diesel

[Swivel]

I had always stayed away from Harley's because of other people's opinions.
Now I own one and I love it.
Sure it's not new
It rattles and shakes but it has the best suspension and brakes that harley put in a sportster and I quite like it

I believe they are a lot more reliable now then ever before. The V Rods look fantastic

[Tarded]

Funny that in 113 years (114 tomorrow) nobody has figured out how shit Harleys are as they still sell shit loads of bikes.
Must be something in it..........

I owned a Buell Cyclone and miss it. It was a gas. It caused more trouble than any other bike I owned including 2 900SSs but it was more fun than any inline 4 I owned for various reasons.

Except the ZZR1100. that was fkn mental but I was going to die on it.

I worked for a dealer that sold Hogs amongst other bikes and holy shit do they shift some accessories and shit and make a killing due to emotion and brand loyalty. Like HSV - old dated pushrod crap taxis tarted up and loved by millions. Slower than many jappas but outsell them.

Id own a harley for the record, just cant afford a decent one. By decent I Mean twin cam. DOnt buy an evo and thats from friends who fix Harleys.

But im motard / dual purpose shopping so what the fuck do I know.

And if you hate Hogs why look at a hog thread? I mean if you guys started a dickhead opinionated self righteous knob thread I avoid it cause it would annoy me. Just curious.