[houstonhdguy]

First, thanks in advance for the help and opinions.

I'm currently on my third HD bike ('09 vrod). I've got my eye on whats looks like a great 2006 RG.

Previous owner spent a TON of money on accessories...california kid flame paint set, detachable tour pak, back rest, heated grips/seat and chrome on top of chrome. Bike has 17k miles on it. Unfortunately, bad economy has forced a sale. Based on KBB price is just a little over KBB trade in value ~ $12k.

Does this seem like the good deal I'm trying to convince myself it is? lol

Any issues or concerns with 2006 models?

 

[masonc]

not sure about any specific model issues as i recently moved up to the rg but that sounds like a decent deal to me. i say go for it if you can afford it.

 

[Pixman]

$12K doesn't sound bad for it. I would also let the seat of my pants help with the decision. It having 17k miles, you need to feel out the guy who put the miles on it if you can. Try to determine if they were hard miles or pretty easy miles. If you can ride it and just like if you were buying a used car you can tell by the little things such as rattles, noises, etc. if it was well taken care of. If in top notch shape I think $12k is good, if not like new condition I would push them on the price a little or keep looking for one that feel closer to new. $ is only an issue when you first get it, the quality is what will remain after the purchase. Just my .02

 

[joke]

Hell $12k is pretty good especially if it has the extras as you say - the KKB for an 06 in Illinois is just over $15k. However, beauty is in the eye of the beholder but you should still try to get the price down.

 

[BDMastiff]

Sounds like a deal. You didn't mention pipes, high flow, cams, tuner, etc... Any of this will just sweeten the deal.

 

[Stash905]

12K is a good price. Of course, as long as he has performed regular maintenance and condition is good. Last year of the TC88 and five speed, '06 is a good model year.

 

[jbrushoe]

I just bought an 06 three months ago with 15000 on it and I paid $12000 I thought it was a screaming deal... Go for it If you can.

 

[BillyBob]

If you are trading, I would look at the 2010's they are going for 16,000 new down here with no ABS

 

[dres22]

17K in miles is nothing. Just broken in. If the bike runs good and is in good shape then I'd say this is a good deal. I love helping others spend their money.

 

[RoadGlideRider]

Notes about the 2006 FLTRI model year:

• First year of the Harman/Kardon Radio.
• ESPFI is standard, no carburetor
• Last year of 88ci/5 Speed Transmission
• Redesigned ball-and-ramp mechanism and lighter diaphragm spring, clutch-lever effort has been reduced by a claimed 24 percent
• 50 amp/650 watt charging system

2007 went to 96ci/6 Speed transmission

 

[Road Glider]

I had an 06 yellow RG and loved the thing. No big concerns about the year BUT I would have to say that the improvements to the ride and handling of the new redesigned frames and rear tire and ABS brakes of the 09 and newer bikes make it real hard for me not to highly encourage you to find one of the 09 and newer used bikes out there. There are tons of them and at good prices. I know I just got one of the 09's myself and love it.

 

[prince]

I think you are close on the money, depending on the condition of this particular bike. I just gave 13,000 for a really nice 2005 and was glad to get it. I've never felt this way about any other bike; I go out in the garage at least once a day just to stare at it.

 

[houstonhdguy]

Thank you all VERY much for the feedback and insight. Negotiations have begun!

I took the VIN to my regular dealer and they pulled up the service history. The guy's expression was priceless as he scrolled through the list of accessories. I think he muttered...holy sh*t as he was reading...lol. He added up about $9k. Given the discounted value on accessories when trading in it's just a reminder that it's not an investment...ouch.

If all goes well I'll be posting pics soon!

 

[Neano62]

Good Luck! Dont give no more than 10,500