Hello from the UK! I'd appreciate any sensible answers, specifically from UK H-D enthusiasts but all are welcome.
I've just passed my direct access bike test, having been riding around on a 125cc for the past two years. Since I was a little boy I've dreamed about owning an H-D, and come Christmas I'll finally be able to get one! I do have a couple of questions, however, and from the viewpoint of a complete novice I'd be grateful of any help.
What, if anything, should I look out for when buying a used H-D that's be different from other brands (are there any H-D specific problems)?
What is considered 'high mileage' for an H-D (say a 2000-2002 model)?
Is H-D generally a friendly bike for novice 'big bike' riders, or is it not a sensible choice at all?
Lastly, a local garage has a 2002 Dyna Glide for sale- is this a recommended model? Ideally I want to get something bigger than a Sportster, but I don't like the models with fixed panniers and large windscreens like the Road King. A Dyna Glide or Fatboy is my idea of a perfect bike, but they look expensive, even used?
I do have a few biker friends, but unfortunately for me they all own Jap racers and so can't really offer any help about H-D. They do, however, like to poke fun at me, saying that H-D isn't a young man's bike. Will I get this a lot?
Thanks!
I've just passed my direct access bike test, having been riding around on a 125cc for the past two years. Since I was a little boy I've dreamed about owning an H-D, and come Christmas I'll finally be able to get one! I do have a couple of questions, however, and from the viewpoint of a complete novice I'd be grateful of any help.
What, if anything, should I look out for when buying a used H-D that's be different from other brands (are there any H-D specific problems)?
What is considered 'high mileage' for an H-D (say a 2000-2002 model)?
Is H-D generally a friendly bike for novice 'big bike' riders, or is it not a sensible choice at all?
Lastly, a local garage has a 2002 Dyna Glide for sale- is this a recommended model? Ideally I want to get something bigger than a Sportster, but I don't like the models with fixed panniers and large windscreens like the Road King. A Dyna Glide or Fatboy is my idea of a perfect bike, but they look expensive, even used?
I do have a few biker friends, but unfortunately for me they all own Jap racers and so can't really offer any help about H-D. They do, however, like to poke fun at me, saying that H-D isn't a young man's bike. Will I get this a lot?
Thanks!