Buy M8 now or wait ?

[Durwood]

Looking to purchase a 2018 FLHR. For those with a 2017 or new 2018 would you still buy your current bike or a low mileage 2016?

I am glad I bought my 2017 Roadglide, and yes I would do it again.

[FSG]

Well the 2018s do have new exhaust studs   

[Ohio HD]

I thought the 2017's had the new stud too?   

[FSG]

I should have said newer      the 18s are the A revision of the 17s

[Ohio HD]

   

[biglew55]

I thought the same thing when I test rode a 17 FLTRX and FLHTCU a few months ago.  While I wasn't "bowled over" with the new bikes, I definitely didn't have any issues with the new clutch, or any other aspect.

I have a 2015 FLHTK, and I would buy a 17 or 18 touring bike with no hesitation if something happened to my current ride, OR if I got a great deal on a new one.  But, I'm not in a rush to upgrade either.

Knowing my track record after saying things like that, I'll probably have a new one by Monday!...

For the record, and probably risking threadjacking, but I test rode a FLHTKSE and FLHTK (both 2018s) on Saturday morning.  By Saturday afternoon, I had an reasonable deal in hand, and am waiting for 2 other dealers to decide if they want in on the action.  I probably will have a new FLHTK by the end of the week...

[krwson]

I don't see why some folks are upset about the clutch, I feathered it just fine.

I thought the same thing when I test rode a 17 FLTRX and FLHTCU a few months ago.  While I wasn't "bowled over" with the new bikes, I definitely didn't have any issues with the new clutch, or any other aspect.

I have a 2015 FLHTK, and I would buy a 17 or 18 touring bike with no hesitation if something happened to my current ride, OR if I got a great deal on a new one.  But, I'm not in a rush to upgrade either.

Knowing my track record after saying things like that, I'll probably have a new one by Monday!...

Anxious to hear what a great deal is ?

[biglew55]

I don't see why some folks are upset about the clutch, I feathered it just fine.

I thought the same thing when I test rode a 17 FLTRX and FLHTCU a few months ago.  While I wasn't "bowled over" with the new bikes, I definitely didn't have any issues with the new clutch, or any other aspect.

I have a 2015 FLHTK, and I would buy a 17 or 18 touring bike with no hesitation if something happened to my current ride, OR if I got a great deal on a new one.  But, I'm not in a rush to upgrade either.

Knowing my track record after saying things like that, I'll probably have a new one by Monday!...

Anxious to hear what a great deal is ?

Sorry to disappoint, but I don't discuss my personal finances with the general public.  My friend was there (one of my closest), and I even asked him to leave while I talked to the salesman.  It probably wouldn't be relevant to anyone else as I'm trading two bikes for one.

I haven't inked the deal, but I have it in writing, and the base deal (we haven't discussed accessories or warranty) is very fair.  It's likely that I ink something by the end of the week, but not before doing some comparison shopping.

[Jadoca]

I don't see why some folks are upset about the clutch, I feathered it just fine.

I thought the same thing when I test rode a 17 FLTRX and FLHTCU a few months ago.  While I wasn't "bowled over" with the new bikes, I definitely didn't have any issues with the new clutch, or any other aspect.

I have a 2015 FLHTK, and I would buy a 17 or 18 touring bike with no hesitation if something happened to my current ride, OR if I got a great deal on a new one.  But, I'm not in a rush to upgrade either.

Knowing my track record after saying things like that, I'll probably have a new one by Monday!...

Anxious to hear what a great deal is ?

Sorry to disappoint, but I don't discuss my personal finances with the general public.  My friend was there (one of my closest), and I even asked him to leave while I talked to the salesman.  It probably wouldn't be relevant to anyone else as I'm trading two bikes for one.

I haven't inked the deal, but I have it in writing, and the base deal (we haven't discussed accessories or warranty) is very fair.  It's likely that I ink something by the end of the week, but not before doing some comparison shopping.

You must be a real high roller high finance guy... Funniest thing I've read  maybe ever lol.  Ink it before that pen drys out.

[biglew55]

You must be a real high roller high finance guy... Funniest thing I've read  maybe ever lol.  Ink it before that pen drys out.

Nope, just don't think it matters to anyone else what I spend or how I do it.

I plan to ink it today, but I have it in writing sitting here by my computer.

Oh, and you might try reading more...but that's probably none of my business...

[hd02us]

Is the 2018 FLHR exactly the same as the 2017 other than paint?

[hattitude]

Nope, just don't think it matters to anyone else what I spend or how I do it.

Then why even mention you got a good deal....!?! 

Saying you got a good deal, without the details, is nothing more than an unsubstantiated boast...

You ought to follow your own advice...

[biglew55]

Nope, just don't think it matters to anyone else what I spend or how I do it.

Then why even mention you got a good deal....!?! 

Saying you got a good deal, without the details, is nothing more than an unsubstantiated boast...

You ought to follow your own advice...

I was only committing my opinion to the original question of the thread, or are you just here to debate my finances?  The deal is nothing special.  I compared what they offered me on trade to NADA, and what they wanted for their bike compared to the base MSRP.  analyzing those numbers, I feel they gave me a good deal.

The real reason for my original post was to offer an opinion on whether the OP should buy a 2018 or wait.  I added a quip about how I was going to wait.

The reason for my second post was only to show how quickly sentiment (at least mine) can change when presented with a reasonable deal.

The reason for my third post was only to explain that it was less about the deal and more about how I changed my mind and decided to buy a new 2018.

I'm not sure why I'm bothering with this post, but now you have an itemized list of my posts, and for what good will it do you?

P.S., my local dealer just matched the numbers from the other dealer.

P.S.S. I'm only posting that to illustrate that the deal, while I consider it good, isn't like they're giving bikes away...

[Jadoca]

Nope, just don't think it matters to anyone else what I spend or how I do it.

Then why even mention you got a good deal....!?! 

Saying you got a good deal, without the details, is nothing more than an unsubstantiated boast...

You ought to follow your own advice...

I was only committing my opinion to the original question of the thread, or are you just here to debate my finances?  The deal is nothing special.  I compared what they offered me on trade to NADA, and what they wanted for their bike compared to the base MSRP.  analyzing those numbers, I feel they gave me a good deal.

The real reason for my original post was to offer an opinion on whether the OP should buy a 2018 or wait.  I added a quip about how I was going to wait.

The reason for my second post was only to show how quickly sentiment (at least mine) can change when presented with a reasonable deal.

The reason for my third post was only to explain that it was less about the deal and more about how I changed my mind and decided to buy a new 2018.

I'm not sure why I'm bothering with this post, but now you have an itemized list of my posts, and for what good will it do you?

P.S., my local dealer just matched the numbers from the other dealer.

P.S.S. I'm only posting that to illustrate that the deal, while I consider it good, isn't like they're giving bikes away...

I don't want to hear about your labor pains show us the baby.  Post up your PO.   You can do it.

[04 SE Deuce]

Jadoca,  2 posts in your lack of time here shows.

[Hossamania]

If Biglew did post his deal, at least one person would come back and say it is not that good of a price, that his brother got that same bike for half that price, they gave him the original purchase price on his ten year old trade in, they threw in two new leather jackets, and free extended warranty for the life of the bike. It is a no win situation.
If you don't believe me, post up what you paid for your bike, and at least two others will post a much better deal telling you that you got ripped off.

[Scooterfish]

Hoss can you post the dealership your brother got the smokin deal from. Wait I need to go back and read your post again.     

[Reddog74usa]

Jadoca = TROLL

We don't take kindly to yer kind in this town. Adiose amigo

[Hossamania]

Jadoca = TROLL

We don't take kindly to yer kind in this town. Adiose amigo

Hattitude was a little excited too, but I think Biglew can handle it.

[Hossamania]

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[biglew55]

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No, I'm not on my period...

[Hossamania]

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No, I'm not on my period...

Inquiring minds wanted to know!

[BJB]

The dealer (different ownership that moved from AZ to Anoka Co) I bought my '13 FLTRU talked up the M-8s and said they would only let me take a test ride IF I had signed a PA that would be valid if I wrecked the bike. Claimed they no longer offer test rides unless they are protected and that the MoCo factory truck visits are very rare.
Insulted me on what my '13 was worth.. Never got a cash price on a new FLTRU. Then again I offered my views on comps, lifters, pinon run out, 88 cam chain tensioners, etc, & having customers be the Beta testers. Never even bothered digging into M-8 specific issues because they looked me straight in the eye and said there are absolutely no problems with the new motor. Did say they had 1 CVO grenade. Period.
I think they saw me as a hieratic . Oh well...

[Hydroman]

If Biglew did post his deal, at least one person would come back and say it is not that good of a price, that his brother got that same bike for half that price, they gave him the original purchase price on his ten year old trade in, they threw in two new leather jackets, and free extended warranty for the life of the bike. It is a no win situation.
If you don't believe me, post up what you paid for your bike, and at least two others will post a much better deal telling you that you got ripped off.

$37,249 2012 CVO Ultra. Now worth $17,000 on trade. 22,000 miles. Third engine. Gotta love HD.

[lonegoosehonking]

Just got a quote on a 2018 Street Glide Special Twisted Cherry color. $28, 800.00 Not sure how I feel about that.