Advice: Rebuild or Total my wrecked FLHTCI?
#31
06-03-2010, 09:14 AM
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My thought was that the OP has to work (assuming). If he were to do the work himself, it would be at night and weekends. Unless he's super diligent, there would be a significant time investment with a DIY.
The trade-off for dropping it off at the dealer and paying someone to do it.
The trade-off for dropping it off at the dealer and paying someone to do it.
#32
06-03-2010, 09:20 AM
I've the bike has some special sentimental value to you by all means rebuild it better than it was and you'll never regret it. 2002 in my opinion is the best twin cam year made.
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06-03-2010, 02:03 PM
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The one thing that concerns me about the DIY gig is the electrical stuff, not the mechanical. The whole batwing and front light assemblies need replacement along with some of the gauges, stereo, and the like. I'm no electrical engineer and I dont want to blow up everything as I'm trying to fix it. If it were all metal and fiberglass, wouldn't be so hesitant!
#34
06-03-2010, 05:21 PM
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Had you needed a gas tank for example from HD, you would have lost the whole riding season. They don't keep those parts "off the shelf" at the dealer...
#35
06-03-2010, 09:31 PM
The one thing that concerns me about the DIY gig is the electrical stuff, not the mechanical. The whole batwing and front light assemblies need replacement along with some of the gauges, stereo, and the like. I'm no electrical engineer and I dont want to blow up everything as I'm trying to fix it. If it were all metal and fiberglass, wouldn't be so hesitant!
#38
06-05-2010, 04:08 PM
Firetender, I did need a new tank and a 100th anniversary paint job to boot. I think that's why it took so long. But you're right, it may have been 3 weeks, don't remember for sure...I know it was less then a month.
I couldn't believe the price for a gas tank on the insurance form.
I couldn't believe the price for a gas tank on the insurance form.
#39
10-31-2020, 11:59 AM
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Was up in the mountains a couple weeks ago when another driver crossed the yellow line sending me off the road. Bike is a recently purchased 2002 Electra Glide Classic FLHTCI with 3,800 miles on it (that's right, 3,800 miles). Insurance company says the bike was deemed repairable (engine and frame ok) though will need thousands in repairs.
My dilemma: Insurance gave me the option to total it and take the money or have it repaired so I can keep my bike. Effectively, the "payout minus salvage" number to the insurance company is close to the "repair cost" on the bike.
Personally, I love this motorcycle as I bought it from a family member who really dressed it out nice. Also know that the bike is worth far more to me than what the insurance company would pay me (ie - I couldnt go out and buy a new FLHTCI with the insurance money, let alone with the upgrades, accessories, pipes, etc. on my current scoot). However, have gotten mixed feedback from friends about getting it repaired vs taking the money.
Opinions? Rebuild it or let them total it? Pros / Cons either way?
Thanks for any help!
My dilemma: Insurance gave me the option to total it and take the money or have it repaired so I can keep my bike. Effectively, the "payout minus salvage" number to the insurance company is close to the "repair cost" on the bike.
Personally, I love this motorcycle as I bought it from a family member who really dressed it out nice. Also know that the bike is worth far more to me than what the insurance company would pay me (ie - I couldnt go out and buy a new FLHTCI with the insurance money, let alone with the upgrades, accessories, pipes, etc. on my current scoot). However, have gotten mixed feedback from friends about getting it repaired vs taking the money.
Opinions? Rebuild it or let them total it? Pros / Cons either way?
Thanks for any help!
In my view there are two aspects to the question whether to rebuild or to walk away from it. One obviously is the cost of rebuilding. If your insurance payout covers that more or less - great.
The other aspect is that it can be very rewarding to rebuild. The process of figuring it all out, mocking up, wrenching and seeing it all come together is a great experience, in my opinion. I'd say go for it!
#40
10-31-2020, 12:19 PM
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