Motorcycle (Harley) riders. Need advice.

SYBIZ said:
I got this Road King Classic a few years ago. I never took a class or got the proper license but found that just getting out and riding was the best way for me to learn and get comfortable. It didn't take me long to decide that it's not for me out here on the busy streets of San Diego. 2000 Road King Classic with about 20k miles. Anyone have an idea of what it's worth? I want to sell it. 

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Unfortunately the Harley market is taking a dive like everything else. In my area it's worth about 7k

 
I just sold this one. I've bought and sold about 20 of them since the pandemic. Market's cooling off so it's a good time for you to get a good deal on a used one.

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Nice Goldwing @wesinls I always liked them from day one...crazy how sleek they have become. Smoooth as butter they are and balanced like a top.

 
Props to you guys, I have a huge fear of vehicles bigger than what I am riding (lug nut rule).  I have ridden my dual sport and in college had a scooter to get around on the streets, I am not comfortable at all, thus I stay in a car.  Love all the advice that has been given, I do think the best is to learn to use your front brakes.

 
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I've ridden motorcycles on the street for over 20 years, in my opinion, a big wheel bagger is about the worst bike to start on, that being said, my first ride on the street was on a cbr929rr. Talk about a steep learning curve.. 😆 anyways, I've been on a handful of Harleys as well. big wheel baggers handle like chit. Period. For the inexperienced rider they are fine on the open highway, but around town its a whole nuther deal. Emergency turns, or evasive maneuvers suck. I would highly recommend a smaller easier more maneuverable bike for someone with no experience. But if you are dead set on that style, stay outta traffic for a while, learn how to handle that bitch before you are forced to. Also remember, there are 2 types of riders, those that have gone down, and those that will go down. Dress for the slide, not for the ride.

 
Yep to all dat!^^^

Started on a GSX-R 600 back in 03 and still own it today. Now ride a street glide and I've rode the entire baja peninsula as well as highway 1 past San Fran. It's been awesome. MSF is definitely a must. I only did it to get my DL easier and had already been riding for couple years prior. They still taught me way more and even some old school dudes in there had been riding for 20+ years and still learned a couple things. Good luck! 

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Looney Duner said:
I've ridden motorcycles on the street for over 20 years, in my opinion, a big wheel bagger is about the worst bike to start on, that being said, my first ride on the street was on a cbr929rr. Talk about a steep learning curve.. 😆 anyways, I've been on a handful of Harleys as well. big wheel baggers handle like chit. Period. For the inexperienced rider they are fine on the open highway, but around town its a whole nuther deal. Emergency turns, or evasive maneuvers suck. I would highly recommend a smaller easier more maneuverable bike for someone with no experience. But if you are dead set on that style, stay outta traffic for a while, learn how to handle that bitch before you are forced to. Also remember, there are 2 types of riders, those that have gone down, and those that will go down. Dress for the slide, not for the ride.
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Thank you, sir.  I've been advised now by several folks to stay way away from baggers as a beginner bike.  I respect the advice of everyone who has shared it here.  I'll share what I buy once I decide.

 
I would keep it simple and rock this, not great for long road trips but nice to cruize around

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SYBIZ said:
I got this Road King Classic a few years ago. I never took a class or got the proper license but found that just getting out and riding was the best way for me to learn and get comfortable. It didn't take me long to decide that it's not for me out here on the busy streets of San Diego. 2000 Road King Classic with about 20k miles. Anyone have an idea of what it's worth? I want to sell it. 

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Same. I've got a 2013 FatBoy and after having it for about 3 years, I'm ready to sell it. It's just not worth it. I've almost been creamed multiple times by idiots in cars not paying attention. Lost 2 friends just this year to wrecks on their Harleys.

 
I believe you have to be aggressive on the streets. When you wreck on a motorcycle, the ground hurts. Chances of survival are minimal compared to a car. And there's nothing like the feel of a clutch / brake lever. Peace 

 
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