View Poll Results: Too old or Good Deal?
Too Old, dont want the headaches
9
52.94%
Seems like a good deal, go check it out
8
47.06%
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NooB - First bike purchase help
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03-09-2012, 08:04 AM
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THanks for the advice everyone, I really appreciate it. Although the poll and advice seems to be basically split 50/50, :0. But I think I've decided to try and find a sportster in the late 90's/early 2000's for a little bit cheaper and have some cash left over to buy good gear and to customize it a little. Plus, I'm thinking a sportster will be a better first bike for a smaller guy like me. I'd like to start to learn to maintain my bike myself, so I'm not scared of it being 10-15 years old, but it would probably be smarter to start off with something with less potential for having major issues that will be over my head.
#43
03-09-2012, 08:24 AM
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Nothing wrong with Sportsters. BUT...like me, seems that a lot of fellas get one, then want to move up to a bigger bike real soon. This relates to cash flow problems. If I were you, I'd think about looking for a Dyna or Softtail with an EVO engine...that hasn't been beat up. With your $6,000 budget there are some out there. I liked my 883. I LOVE my FXDS. Good luck....welcome aboard.
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03-09-2012, 08:39 AM
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I think I'd eventually move up to a bigger bike, but like I said, this is my first bike, first time I will be riding a lot, and I am still learning a lot. I'm thinking a 900 or 1200 cc will satisfy me for the time being. I'm not too concerned about being able to go 95mph or on 1,000 road trips yet. Moving up to a bigger bike in a couple years, after saving up some more cash and putting some miles into my experience level, will probably be something I want to do tho. THats why I want to find a bike that has depreciated a good amount already, and will not drop in price significantly within the next couple years.
#45
03-09-2012, 09:10 AM
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I have to agree with the thought of getting a used sporty. You can find one that's not too old and will be fairly trouble free except for basic maintenance. Get the manual for whatever bike you buy. I love my sporty and it's fun to ride. Lots of people in here cut their teeth on a sporty before moving on to a bigger bike. Enjoy whatever you get and ride the **** out of it. Welcome to the forum.
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