Harley dilemma

[Crasherfromwayback]

Cheers mate. If you're good enough to see me, I can assure you you'll be looked after!

[Headbanger]

Settle dowm mate...I was trying to help. You tell me what an old Shovel or Iron Head Sporty is worth now? Not much right (unless it's a really original shovel, and then only certain models). So early Evo's will be worth very little shortly too. And an 80's Sporty is now only worth around 5-6k.

And you wouldn't pay our prices anyway? That's cool mate...but our prices are pretty fair I'd say. Especially as everything we sell comes with a full engine and gearbox warranty.

Settle down?

I was merely engaging you in conversation.

The comment in regards to prices was merely stating the fact I don't shop for bikes at dealerships, I'd imagine if the bank balance allowed me to walk into your shop and take my pick then my position would be different.

Aside from that, Your argument fell over when you used an 80's sporty as an example, I sold my 87 Sporty for 8 grand in 94, If that same bike would now sell for 6 then its held its value to an amazing extent.

And lets not make comparisons between single cam to double cam evo's and evo's to shovels, Thats just being silly.

[sheddy]

Thank you all of you who took the time to assist me with my questions.
I was going to chase a private sale bike. However Its not always easy to find exactly what you want and then waiting for the right bike and deal to front up can go on for ever.
Checked out softys and Dynas today and after much consideration bit the bullet and purchased a 05 softail Deuce. The seat length to forward controls is very good and this really tidy machine fits my basic criteria. I am happy with the price a bit higher than I wanted but with the minimal depreciation I'm not too worried about taking a hit when it comes time to change.I'm now a Harley owner and can at least say I have been there and done that whichever way it works out. Most of the sales guys I have come in contact with have been pleasant to deal with both electronically and physically,apart from one guy who shall remain nameless giving his shop mechanics some unneccresary bullshit to build up his ego. Fortunately he wasnt in a Harley or European establishment.
Big Bikes in Hamilton had the deal for me. I recommend anyone looking to purchase to talk to them as well when doing the rounds. Not withstanding the mainstream guys were helpful as well, they just didn't have the right bike for me on the day.
Not that Im a Pussy whipped individual [PWI]. Hard men look away now.
I would like to also thank my long suffering shed moving wife [ She is low maintenance can lift heavy things and dosn't have plastic nails preventing assistance with dirty metal items] for giving me the opportunity to spend some serious dosh on a toy she cant hope to gain any benefit from.
God I'm getting soft. Next stop for me will be old fart Roadking I think.. That will start another debate I'm sure. See you on the highway and by the way anyone looking for a low km tidy XV1100 pm me I may have a deal for you.
Ps. not that you care, but if your on a bike and I'm not tank slapping I will still give you a wave. Now I need something for this grin or my face or its going to really ache tomorrow

[jafar]

Thank you all of you who took the time to assist me with my questions.
I was going to chase a private sale bike. However Its not always easy to find exactly what you want and then waiting for the right bike and deal to front up can go on for ever.
Checked out softys and Dynas today and after much consideration bit the bullet and purchased a 05 softail Deuce. The seat length to forward controls is very good and this really tidy machine fits my basic criteria. I am happy with the price a bit higher than I wanted but with the minimal depreciation I'm not too worried about taking a hit when it comes time to change.I'm now a Harley owner and can at least say I have been there and done that whichever way it works out. Most of the sales guys I have come in contact with have been pleasant to deal with both electronically and physically,apart from one guy who shall remain nameless giving his shop mechanics some unneccresary bullshit to build up his ego. Fortunately he wasnt in a Harley or European establishment.
Big Bikes in Hamilton had the deal for me. I recommend anyone looking to purchase to talk to them as well when doing the rounds. Not withstanding the mainstream guys were helpful as well, they just didn't have the right bike for me on the day.
Not that Im a Pussy whipped individual [PWI]. Hard men look away now.
I would like to also thank my long suffering shed moving wife [ She is low maintenance can lift heavy things and dosn't have plastic nails preventing assistance with dirty metal items] for giving me the opportunity to spend some serious dosh on a toy she cant hope to gain any benefit from.
God I'm getting soft. Next stop for me will be old fart Roadking I think.. That will start another debate I'm sure. See you on the highway and by the way anyone looking for a low km tidy XV1100 pm me I may have a deal for you.
Ps. not that you care, but if your on a bike and I'm not tank slapping I will still give you a wave. Now I need something for this grin or my face or its going to really ache tomorrow

Nice choice, post some pics sometime

[scumdog]

Good one sheddy - sounds like a fine choice, just be prepared for a shit-load of the unwashed telling you what a POOR choice you've made in selecting a breed of bike notorious for having poor handling, poor brakes, antiquated engineering, oil leaks, unreliablity.... the list goes on.

But as in all bike ownership: You made the choice for YOU, not to please the rest of the word.

[sheddy]

I hope the pic comes up.

[scumdog]

I hope the pic comes up.

ANOTHER white Harley - I'm impressed!!

I guess it's white pearl like my T-Sport??

And I love the 2-into-1 zorst - exactly what I intend to fit to my bike.

[NighthawkNZ:Me]

Good one sheddy - sounds like a fine choice, just be prepared for a shit-load of the unwashed telling you what a POOR choice you've made in selecting a breed of bike notorious for having poor handling, poor brakes, antiquated engineering, oil leaks, unreliablity.... the list goes on.

Oh I just thought that was us honda riders that get that....

[98tls]

Does look nice in white for sure......ive not seen many Harleys in white,in fact only one other and thats SDs,they look so good it makes you wonder why theres not more around.

[sheddy]

Yea White pearl sounds about right.
I used to bag Harleys as well and I felt that was valid up until the EVO bikes without big mods. These twin cams are something else. I learnt not to bag other peoples rides years ago. Ride it first then have your say. I have had A GPZ900 so know what fast is all about. These days I need my licence and there are too many HP cars out there to even think about going loose. Many of our roads are too crap to ride fast anyway with a high chance of survival.They even make you walk at40km over the limit know I believe. Hey this thing hauls ass plenty enough for me. I try to comply but the testosterone is too hard to supress.The sound did I mention the sound mmmmmmmmmmmmmyes

[peasea]

Yea White pearl sounds about right.
I used to bag Harleys as well and I felt that was valid up until the EVO bikes without big mods. These twin cams are something else. I learnt not to bag other peoples rides years ago. Ride it first then have your say. I have had A GPZ900 so know what fast is all about. These days I need my licence and there are too many HP cars out there to even think about going loose. Many of our roads are too crap to ride fast anyway with a high chance of survival.They even make you walk at40km over the limit know I believe. Hey this thing hauls ass plenty enough for me. I try to comply but the testosterone is too hard to supress.The sound did I mention the sound mmmmmmmmmmmmmyes

A good move, well done. The reasons you 've posted for going HD are close to mine. Yours looks like a nice machine, enjoy it but for keeerists sake don't go 111kph or we'll all die. It's true; ask anyone at LTNZ.

[07fatboy]

I hope the pic comes up.

good choice mate hope your having fun...stay safe

[popelli]

...and the poor old Evo is not that wanted anymore...

great because its probably the best engine harley ever made. and for those that want an evo there being cheaper means they are an absolute bargain

the evo was spot on from day one unlike the twin cam which is beset with problems resulting in a major makeover with the 96" version - why did so many parts from the 88" engine need changing

their are too many rumours surrounding the twin cam and its throw away crank and how long the crank lasts before its needs to be thrown away

I have had an evo electraglide thats now 21 years old and been round the clock a few times and the botton end hasn't been touched.

when and if it ever wears out it will either be rebuilt or replaced with an s&s 96" evo style motor

[peasea]

great because its probably the best engine harley ever made. and for those that want an evo there being cheaper means they are an absolute bargain

the evo was spot on from day one unlike the twin cam which is beset with problems resulting in a major makeover with the 96" version - why did so many parts from the 88" engine need changing

their are too many rumours surrounding the twin cam and its throw away crank and how long the crank lasts before its needs to be thrown away

I have had an evo electraglide thats now 21 years old and been round the clock a few times and the botton end hasn't been touched.

when and if it ever wears out it will either be rebuilt or replaced with an s&s 96" evo style motor

Have to agree.

I just flicked my FXR and it was running fine at 97,000k's. I simply want to get something a bit younger and was thinking of going Twin Cam. However, after talking to a few bods I might just stay Evo and use the performance bits I have under the house.

A WG up to about '97 looks attractive.

[scumdog]

Given the above info I'll refrain from fitting a 96" kit to my Superglide in case it blows up on me.

Having said that I haven't seen too many twin-cams at the side of the road with shagged engines, in fact apart from an early production problem with cam bearings I have not heard of any problems with them here or on the US H-D forums.