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06-11-2007, 11:38 AM
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07-21-2007, 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by dcinpa
Jay, I hope you don't mind (much).
I posted a thread about Yaffe vs. BBC & Jay answered with honest opinions. Over the course of some phone calls, I discovered a shop that had vision, balls, style, and willing work with my idea of what a custom chopper should be.
However, it is still just talk. for now.
Since Phantom doesn't have the high profile of a Yaffe or the production numbers of a BBC, it's hard to do research on the quality of the shop and their work. Not a knock on them at all. When I'm considering droppin' 30+ large ones, I want as much info as I can get. Since he's in Alaska & I'm in PA, can't just drop by for a visit.
Any of you that have done business with Jay, own or have owned one of his bikes, how about a little feedback on your experience, the quality of the bike, working with the shop, etc.
If you don't want to post public, PM me or drop me an email.
Thanks.
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Has it been long enough ?
Well, inquiring minds want to know which route you decided to take ?
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07-22-2007, 07:32 AM
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Has it been long enough ?
Well, inquiring minds want to know which route you decided to take ?
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Recent family medical issues have put this purchase on the back burner & on hold until winter. Sorry for not following up with what I started.
However, I seriously doubt I will go the chopper route for these reasons:
1.) Distance between myself and any of the builders or their dealers. Let's face it - all vehicles break sometime. Without direct access, it definitely looks like I would have to jump thru some hoops to get service, even under warranty.
2.) Market glut and depreciation - there is a shitload of choppers for sale. Even the big name builders' bikes are taking a beating. I can't see spendin' $30 - $40k and have it be worth $15k a couple years later with only a few thousand miles on the bike. Could I buy used and get a good deal? Probably, but I seldom buy any vehicle used. I got enough problems and I don't need to buy someone else's.
I thought about building it, I have the space and most of the skills, but with what limited time I can spare, the build would be a multi year project. I'd rather ride than wrench.
Chances are good I will buy a Road King & customize it... thanks to all for their $.02.
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07-22-2007, 07:47 AM
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I'm crewed mutha fucka
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Holy shit dude......you started all this drama and now your going with a Road King?
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07-22-2007, 07:54 AM
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Just me
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Big difference between building a chopper and buying a Road King.But thats what I would do to if I had the money.Well actually I think I have decided to go with a Night Train when I can do it.
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07-22-2007, 07:55 AM
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good choice
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08-13-2007, 11:55 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2005
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Originally Posted by dcinpa
Recent family medical issues have put this purchase on the back burner & on hold until winter. Sorry for not following up with what I started.
However, I seriously doubt I will go the chopper route for these reasons:
1.) Distance between myself and any of the builders or their dealers. Let's face it - all vehicles break sometime. Without direct access, it definitely looks like I would have to jump thru some hoops to get service, even under warranty.
2.) Market glut and depreciation - there is a shitload of choppers for sale. Even the big name builders' bikes are taking a beating. I can't see spendin' $30 - $40k and have it be worth $15k a couple years later with only a few thousand miles on the bike. Could I buy used and get a good deal? Probably, but I seldom buy any vehicle used. I got enough problems and I don't need to buy someone else's.
I thought about building it, I have the space and most of the skills, but with what limited time I can spare, the build would be a multi year project. I'd rather ride than wrench.
Chances are good I will buy a Road King & customize it... thanks to all for their $.02.
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a stock road king??? you're kidding. man, now that's being a hard core chopper guy isn't it? by the way, if you buy a decent custom you can get service anywhere in the world, warranty or not. now be careful and don't get too outlaw with that road king.
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08-14-2007, 02:46 AM
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PART OF THE CREW FUCK OFF
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who the hell wants to be a hard core guy...what the hell is a hard core guy.....Harley is the only way to go..that is assuming you want to go somewhere
if your looking for hardcore and dont want to go anywhere...buy a Crapper sorry chopper
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08-14-2007, 04:36 AM
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true to the cause
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Location: Soon to take up residence in NJ,
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Originally Posted by sdicato
who the hell wants to be a hard core guy...what the hell is a hard core guy.....Harley is the only way to go..that is assuming you want to go somewhere
if your looking for hardcore and dont want to go anywhere...buy a Crapper sorry chopper
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