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Originally Posted by VinSanto
I am considering the purchase of a 2008 Road King that has been sitting for at least 6-8 years. It is covered in grime and is not running at this time. It would end up at a repair shop just to get it running. I could use input from a HD mechanic on where to take it or maybe there's someone here in the Villages that still works on them. I have not looked at it yet and don't know the exact condition. I can perform minor mechanical work myself or assist someone with professional experience. I am looking for a project and this might fit the bill.
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I'm not a "mechanic" but I've hand built & full frame off restored a number of custom bikes (& cars) thru the years.
The absolutely worst thing for a bike is for it to sit. A bike that has sat for nearly a decade (indoors I hope) is going to need literally everything gone thru, alot of rubber & some plastic components replaced, all fluids flushed & refilled, gaskets, new tires, all electronics tested, etc.
The need to take this to a dealer just made all that cost go up exponentially!
I hope its a screaming deal, as you may end up spending more than the bike is either worth or could be purchased for without all the trouble.
Just my 0.02 cents.
The big question is: why has it been sitting for so long?
Good luck either way you decide to go.