Hi All - Im glad to be part of your group.
I just got my motorcycle license andam looking for my first bike which will be used for weekend tooling around on the country roads. Mostly it will be just myself but occasionally I may have a passenger. I really like the look of the Harley Davidson Heritage Classic, but every time I sit on one I feel like it is too much bike for me. So, I’ve tried a few Dyna Super Glide Customs and think this is a good bike to start and grow into.
I am going to get a used bike but I cant tell how old I can go. What I mean is, I’ve seen 2012 bikes for around $12k+ but not the right combination of colors and features I am looking for. I have also found a 2005 model with only 5,000 miles on it that appears to be in perfect condition for about $7,000.
Am I better off with the new bike because:
- a 10 year old Harley is going to have more problems
- Parts are not readily available for the older model
- Accessories I may want to add (e.g. windshield, saddle bags, back rest, etc.) are not available for the older model
And a very specific question, is it a straight forward procedure to move the pegs, clutch and brake pedals from the forward cruising position to the center of the bike? I’ve seen a few for sale with these forwards controls but I prefer them to be under me.
Thanks for taking the time and any thoughts are greatly appreciated
I just got my motorcycle license andam looking for my first bike which will be used for weekend tooling around on the country roads. Mostly it will be just myself but occasionally I may have a passenger. I really like the look of the Harley Davidson Heritage Classic, but every time I sit on one I feel like it is too much bike for me. So, I’ve tried a few Dyna Super Glide Customs and think this is a good bike to start and grow into.
I am going to get a used bike but I cant tell how old I can go. What I mean is, I’ve seen 2012 bikes for around $12k+ but not the right combination of colors and features I am looking for. I have also found a 2005 model with only 5,000 miles on it that appears to be in perfect condition for about $7,000.
Am I better off with the new bike because:
- a 10 year old Harley is going to have more problems
- Parts are not readily available for the older model
- Accessories I may want to add (e.g. windshield, saddle bags, back rest, etc.) are not available for the older model
And a very specific question, is it a straight forward procedure to move the pegs, clutch and brake pedals from the forward cruising position to the center of the bike? I’ve seen a few for sale with these forwards controls but I prefer them to be under me.
Thanks for taking the time and any thoughts are greatly appreciated