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General Categories => Non Gun Stuff => Topic started by: Mudinyeri on July 30, 2014, 09:53:39 AM
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You thought I was organizing an open carry poker ride didn't you. :laugh:
Nah, I'm just asking a few questions. I have a big birthday coming up and have been looking at getting a Harley as a gift to myself. I found one on Craigslist that looks pretty good but I'm a Harley newb.
The bike is a 2000 FXST with under 10,000 miles on it. New rear tire. Legal ape hangers. Screaming Eagle slip-ons. Looks like a pretty nice bike in the pictures. Sounds like it might have been dropped or laid down at low speed. It had some scraped parts - primary cover, clutch control, minor rub on the tank decal. The parts have been replaced with new HD take-offs but it still has the rub spot on the tank decal.
I'm not looking for a show bike or a long-distance cruiser, just a fun around town bike - maybe some short trips ... couple hundred miles or so.
Anything about this vintage, make and model that I should look for in particular? 10,000 miles seems fairly low for a 14 year-old bike. I asked if it had been sitting for a long period of time. No. Just not ridden much.
What am I missing?
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$7200 is too much for that bike. There are better options for a bar hopper than that one...
http://omaha.craigslist.org/mcd/4559102303.html (http://omaha.craigslist.org/mcd/4559102303.html)
http://omaha.craigslist.org/mcy/4591815065.html (http://omaha.craigslist.org/mcy/4591815065.html)
http://omaha.craigslist.org/mcy/4576023603.html (http://omaha.craigslist.org/mcy/4576023603.html)
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that bike books for less than the asking price.
I have owned 2 bikes 1 Victory and 1 Harley, bought both damaged and replaced parts myself, so you're right to not let that scare you off.
KBB isn't the end all of auto value but according to KBB that bike isn't worth $7200
bike has a trade in value of just over $5000.
I'd ask him why he is selling it, if he says to buy a new bike then you know the dealership offered him around $5000 for it.
NADA lists an "average market value" of $6,300, thats without the stigma of it being dropped.
sweet bike though
I also wouldn't rule out a Victory, lots of power, great hwy bikes
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real riders dont need ape hangers.
You want a bike to ride or something to look cool outside the bar?
btw - price too high for age.
66bigblock
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i had an 06 XLR1200 for a bit for an around town bike, it had high buckhorn type bars
took those off ran a 2 inch riser with drag bars.
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I realize that he's asking over book. He buys and sells bikes. Not looking to trade it for a new bike.
Not sure what you mean by "real" riders, 66bigblock. Maybe I'm not a "real" rider since I haven't ridden in about 30 years. I'm also looking at a Triumph Bonneville. Do "real" riders ride those?
Mentioning that ape hangers aren't particularly comfortable, on the other hand, is valuable information. Thanks, landon410.
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Bonnies are still around, its just a matter of preference.
Hangars at the right height are okay, but some people think 18 inches is the right height, and it's not.
barmandr hit the nail on the head. there are many, many options available that have not been dropped, and are a better value than that Harley. Unless you WANT a Harley.
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something else to think about, if you're just going to use it to piss around town and short rides and if you're not a very big guy a 1200 sportster isn't a terrible choice either.
I'm 6'4 225 and ran one all over Omaha to Norfolk and back a couple times and just all around the interstate just for the hell of it and it has plenty of power
about time I got to Wisner on 275 I wasn't very comfortable anymore but again I had no windshield and didn't have a comfortable seat, but powerwise no problem.
I'd all together avoid an 883 though, they are wanting for power bad once you get past 60. My only experience with an 883 was riding a friend when we switched bikes for ride to fremont and back.
Triumph is a good choice though, I really dig the Thruxtons
I think with motorcycles as it is with guns, find one, ride it compare it to others and pick whats most comfortable and fits your needs most.
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Only beef I have with the Thruxton is the seat. Or lack thereof. Other than that, give to me...:)
(http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201309/2014-triumph-thruxton-6_600x0w.jpg)
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Mentioning that ape hangers aren't particularly comfortable, on the other hand, is valuable information. Thanks, landon410.
By "real riders" I meant someone that wants to actually get out and ride and put on some miles. Not just take it two miles to the local bar and get a front row parking spot.
Landon410 said what I meant, just more direct :)
66bigblock
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By "real riders" I meant someone that wants to actually get out and ride and put on some miles. Not just take it two miles to the local bar and get a front row parking spot.
Landon410 said what I meant, just more direct :)
66bigblock
Well, I'm not much for bars so that won't be me. I'll probably go for a few 20-30 mile cruises in the evenings. Maybe something a little longer on the weekends.
landon410, I'm not a big guy. 5' 10", 160 lbs. That's one of the reasons I'm leaning toward the Bonneville. I'm not set on a Harley but I liked the bike that I mentioned in my OP.
Going to look at the Bonneville this evening.
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If you ever plan on trading up to a bigger / better bike don't even consider a Sportster. You will lose you @$$. They flooded the market with them and the trade in values are and always will be very low. Most people that finance a Sportster will ALWAYS be upside down on debt to value ratio.
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If you ever plan on trading up to a bigger / better bike don't even consider a Sportster. You will lose you @$$. They flooded the market with them and the trade in values are and always will be very low. Most people that finance a Sportster will ALWAYS be upside down on debt to value ratio.
A Sportster was not on my list. If I trade up, I'll probably go to a Harley - FXST or FXDL.
Brought this home last night.
(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y221/Mudinyeri/Mobile%20Uploads/2014-07/0730142131b_zpsxt3hfeob.jpg)
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wanted a Harley and came home with a Triumph.... I think that is some thread creep....
Nice clean looking bike. I did quiet a few repaints on them when I worked at the shop. White pinstripes on the tank and fenders look really nice. Breaks up all the black.
Congrats on the new purchase!
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well happy birthday to youself!
and if you want to keep it in my garage I'll make sure it doesnt collect dust or anything for you.
I'm willing to do that for an NFOA member
and if you ever get bored and want to shovel money on a project Bitter End Choppers out of Iowa makes a kit for Triumphs
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wanted a Harley and came home with a Triumph.... I think that is some thread creep....
Nice clean looking bike. I did quiet a few repaints on them when I worked at the shop. White pinstripes on the tank and fenders look really nice. Breaks up all the black.
Congrats on the new purchase!
Well, a Harley was one of the bikes on my list. :D
Want to do a re-paint on a front fender for me?
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Good looking scoot Toby!
now polish the blue out of those head pipes...
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Good looking scoot Toby!
now polish the blue out of those head pipes...
Thanks. Any recommendations for polishing?
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Thanks. Any recommendations for polishing?
Its tough to keep chrome from bluing, but you can try Blue-Job. Its a powder that you add water to, makes a kind of paste that you apply, and then buff off. It works, not great, but it is better than most anything else I've seen.
Of course, you could just wrap the pipes and not worry about shiny bits:) (Thats the rat-rod in me talking)
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there is this thing out there that I think would do a good job polishing your new bike, Its not really a machine, but I think it you gave it a couple volts it would work petty quick
Its called a Tim
I think right now they are located in Arizona or somewhere in that region
my heat shields were are road rashed up so I took them off and wrapped my pipes, its not for everyone, but they work pretty well
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I don't think I've ever seen a Triumph that didn't have blued pipes.
Nice traditional look to it. Kinda reminds me of the old '69 Honda CL350 that I drove around Lincoln when I lived there, until I stepped up to a Kaw CSR1000. 8)
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A Sportster was not on my list. If I trade up, I'll probably go to a Harley - FXST or FXDL.
Brought this home last night.
Nice scoot! Happy birthday to you.
I have an 05 FXDLI and love everything about it. Would be nice to have the 103 and 6th gear instead of the 88 but with the stage II intake and modded software it has plenty of zip.
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Its tough to keep chrome from bluing, but you can try Blue-Job. Its a powder that you add water to, makes a kind of paste that you apply, and then buff off. It works, not great, but it is better than most anything else I've seen.
Of course, you could just wrap the pipes and not worry about shiny bits:) (Thats the rat-rod in me talking)
Yeah ... I like the chrome look with the classic looks of the bike. Even the blue is kind of growing on me.
landon, the Tim is back from Nevada but I doubt I could get it (him) to work on my exhaust. :D
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Nice scoot. Sorry I just saw this thread, would have been happy to throw in my 2 cents as I might know a little something about bikes and riding. 8) I would be game for a little NFOA ride if anyone is ever interested.
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Well if you like beer and or cigars I'm sure you could get me to help
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Nice bike & congratulations. I had a Triumph many years ago and it still holds a special place in my heart after all these years. They are nice boulevard cruisers and you will get many miles of pleasure out of it. For the long distance stuff, you will surely want to step up some day and also have the capability to haul those "necessary" items with you (saddlebags). I've had several Harleys (big & not-so-big) and loved every one of them. My current ride is a Road King. It's a versatile style of bike that one can add on items with detachable mounts...depending upon how much garbage you want to hang on it at the time....or lose it all for a stripped down solo ride. For two-up riding, it's a dream. With the tour-pak on it the wife will kick back and virtually take a cat nap for a few miles (no chance of falling off because of the integrated arm rests). I use a recurve windshield that deflects the air over the top of both our helmets, so no buffeting at all....even at 100+mph. We do touring and have a ball....Sturgis & Tail of the Dragon are the meccas of the motorcycle kingdom....put those on your bucket list if you haven't been there already. BTW, conceal carry vests work the best for riding in case you are now considering carry options. See you out there and ride safe!
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You thought I was organizing an open carry poker ride didn't you. :laugh:
Nah, I'm just asking a few questions. I have a big birthday coming up and have been looking at getting a Harley as a gift to myself. I found one on Craigslist that looks pretty good but I'm a Harley newb.
The bike is a 2000 FXST with under 10,000 miles on it. New rear tire. Legal ape hangers. Screaming Eagle slip-ons. Looks like a pretty nice bike in the pictures. Sounds like it might have been dropped or laid down at low speed. It had some scraped parts - primary cover, clutch control, minor rub on the tank decal. The parts have been replaced with new HD take-offs but it still has the rub spot on the tank decal.
I'm not looking for a show bike or a long-distance cruiser, just a fun around town bike - maybe some short trips ... couple hundred miles or so.
Anything about this vintage, make and model that I should look for in particular? 10,000 miles seems fairly low for a 14 year-old bike. I asked if it had been sitting for a long period of time. No. Just not ridden much.
What am I missing?
Congrats on the Triumph. You purchased a great deal of heritage.
Not sure if anyone else mentioned this, but as a biker, you should take a motorcycle rider safety class.
come get me, ill take it with you.
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Not sure if anyone else mentioned this, but as a biker, you should take a motorcycle rider safety class.
come get me, ill take it with you.
I'm scheduled to take one at Dillon Brothers Harley here in Omaha (about 3.5 minutes from my house). Feel free to come on up if you want.
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they have those classes going a lot behind the sams club at 132nd and Industrial
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they have those classes going a lot behind the sams club at 132nd and Industrial
I think that's the Nebraska Safety Council. Since Dillon's is right by my house I figured I'd go there.
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Just changed the title of this thread from "Harley Riding ..." to "Motorcycle Riding ..." since I ended up with a Triumph instead of a Harley. :laugh: