Haggling on new motorcycle?

[Fitz73Chrgr]

I've been thinking of buying a motorcycle.  I've never owned one before and recently got my license endorsement.  Probably a Harley Sportster but possibly a Dyna or a Victory 8-ball. 

From what I've researched on the internet, there doesn't seem to be much room for negotiating on price like there is with new cars.  Seems that most just get the dealer to throw in free crap, which I don't really want. 

What is your experience with this?  Advice?

[Mytur Binsdirti]

What is your experience with this? 

Buy a Harley and get the best
Drive a mile and walk the rest.

[rt green]

I've got a 03 Honda st 1300 I don't ride. I tried to sell it, but around here, nobody wants it.

[Fred]

What is your experience with this?  

Buy a Harley and get the best
Drive a mile and walk the rest.

  But nothing looks or sounds as good as a Harley cruising along.

[b5blue]

Down here they will rent them out for weekends or whatever. A good friend of mine just did this a had a great time. If you can I strongly recommend trying before buying any one model with no experience. 

[Indygenerallee]

Just go put a helmet on and go throw yourself on the pavement and then times that pain by about 1000 (or death)...... Too many idiot kids with their cell phone texting while driving anymore for me to ever crawl on a bike. Just save yourself the pain (and possible death) and spend the money on the Charger!!

[Ghoste]

On the other side of the coin there are a lot of people on crotch rockets who seem to think that just because it redlines at 10k that means they need to always shift it there and try to hit 100mph before the next light.  Sadly the dude backing out of his driveway doesn't know that missile is headed his way.  For that matter, you can glance in your mirror for a lane change, see a crotch rocket 200 yards away and by the time you think are safely moving into the other lane he's already stamped Kawasaki into the rear of your car.

[John L]

Too many idiot kids with their cell phone texting while driving anymore for me to ever crawl on a bike. Just save yourself the pain (and possible death) and spend the money on the Charger!!

That plan won't work. I gave up the Harley's a few years ago. Bought a Charger this summer. Damn texting kids managed to hit that too. Just got it back from the body shop this morning.

[flyinlow]

Think long and hard about it. If you have children still at home I would not do it. There are lots of things a skilled rider can do to help improve you chances, but part of the equation comes down to luck.

Never owned a HD. Honda and Suzuki dealerships are not that much different then a car dealer.  If you know what you want and the salesman considers you to be a serious buyer , there is always room for negotiating.  Maybe they can throw in an extended warranty  or service, which is a big deal on a HD. Remember the buyer's must powerful weapon, after they turned down your offer , grab your keys, thank them for their time and head for the door.

[Fred]

Too many idiot kids with their cell phone texting while driving anymore for me to ever crawl on a bike. Just save yourself the pain (and possible death) and spend the money on the Charger!!

That plan won't work. I gave up the Harley's a few years ago. Bought a Charger this summer. Damn texting kids managed to hit that too. Just got it back from the body shop this morning.

The good news over is that as of today, the fine for using a mobile phone while driving has increased to AU$433.00 plus 4 demerit points. Lets hope it will be a deterrent.

[stripedelete]

Just go put a helmet on and go throw yourself on the pavement and then times that pain by about 1000 (or death)...... Too many idiot kids with their cell phone texting while driving anymore for me to ever crawl on a bike. Just save yourself the pain (and possible death) and spend the money on the Charger!!

Tru Dat!

[nvrbdn]

ok, you arent really getting what you want from the masses here. but i would put it this way. if you are dead set on getting a bike, you dont need to start with the harley or the victory.  you actually could start wit something like a used suzki intruder volusia or a honda which are big bikes for thousands less and see if its really what you want. you can pick these up for 3k or less usually. i got my pearl white 04 volusia for 2600 with only 7000 miles on it

[Bandit72]

ok, you arent really getting what you want from the masses here. but i would put it this way. if you are dead set on getting a bike, you dont need to start with the harley or the victory.  you actually could start wit something like a used suzki intruder volusia or a honda which are big bikes for thousands less and see if its really what you want. you can pick these up for 3k or less usually. i got my pearl white 04 volusia for 2600 with only 7000 miles on it

[Fitz73Chrgr]

ok, you arent really getting what you want from the masses here. but i would put it this way. if you are dead set on getting a bike, you dont need to start with the harley or the victory.  you actually could start wit something like a used suzki intruder volusia or a honda which are big bikes for thousands less and see if its really what you want. you can pick these up for 3k or less usually. i got my pearl white 04 volusia for 2600 with only 7000 miles on it

I've slept on it for a while, and I think you're right.  I'm going to start out with something affordable.  Normally I'm against foreign vehicles, but seeing as how much more affordable they are than American bikes, I'm going to look at them.

The rest of what I would have spent on a Dyna will go to finishing the 73 and/or saving for a 2nd gen.  Phwew, I feel like I almost lost sight of the light.

[nvrbdn]

ha ha, yes, dont loose sight. the car project need to stay in focus.i myself did the harley thing for several years. sold it to by me a camper.  when i decided to get another bike, i decided to start with something different. much cheaper. my friends have the harleys, and i cruise right along with them.

   look around and you will find a nice bike for a great price.