Long Term Outlook-New Guy

[NEILZVETTE]

i have a 1989 HD FXR so I know these bikes are not as reliable as a Honda, my tools never rust. . I am looking at a 2005 K9 and really like the bike, clean with 10K miles. What should I look for problem wise while inspecting the bike prior to purchase. Common problems? Also should the lack of parts as BD is out of business be of huge concern. Most choppers seem pretty simple to repair? Thanx for any suggestions!

 

[francoblay1]

Welcome from Spain. Plenty parts so don't worry about it.... Motor is S&S and trans is Baker, they still are in business.... as per other stuff get hold of Curtis http://www.wildsteedworx.com/

 

[Mr. Wright]

Howdy, any welcome from Missouri. I have an 03 with no worries about parts.

 

[liferider]

Welcome

 

[Nukeranger]

Welcome from Louisiana. My Dog has been more reliable than the two Honda bikes I owned. But, I must say my Triumph Bonneville America has been the most reliable and is my go to bike anytime no matter what. It seems like it runs better than ever with over 30,000 miles. You'll probably have to work on something or upgrade a thing or two because you feel the need. And then, all you have to do is ride her over and over again!

 

[dingo]

Welcome - double check your information as 2006 was the first model year for the K9

 

[woodbutcher]

just keep in mind that the BD was built as a hotrod and hotrods tend to need more maintenance than the run of the mill. the '05 came with TP rocker boxes instead of S&S, which was a bad idea. (TP had 4 bolts, S&S has 6 bolts) there are kits available to swap them out.

here's one to check out and compare to the one you are looking at. http://www.bigdogbiker.com/threads/06-chopper-showroom-condition.72886/

 

[pknowles]

Welcome from Virginia

 

[mzinna]

I have an '08 Big Dog Mutt and have not had any issues with it yet. Bought it new the end of '07....LOVE IT!!!

 

[Mickeetwo]

Welcome and 06 was first year for k9's. If it were me I would stick with 07 and up k9's or a 06 with S&S rocker boxes. Why take the chance on TP rocker boxes when the price is so low on choppers.

 

[Brew]

Welcome from Washington State, hope you enjoy the site...

 

[blacktopper]

Welcome and 06 was first year for k9's. If it were me I would stick with 07 and up k9's or a 06 with S&S rocker boxes. Why take the chance on TP rocker boxes when the price is so low on choppers.

Welcome from Kansas and X2 what He said