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Posted by pcarrell
 - March 20, 2010, 20:36:52 PM

A lot of the life depends on the care given.  I've seen some that need a rebuild every 30,000.  I'm at nearly 30,000 now and she's pullin' like she wants another 30,000.  With 12,000 on the clock, those would have to be hard miles, or a lot of neglectful sitting if it needs redone soon.  She's just getting broke in!

Posted by Ernest
 - March 20, 2010, 19:28:37 PM

thanks for the response.  from what i understand liquid cool means longer life.  just not sure, how much longer.

i've not riddin much.  but, have had a motorcycle license for approximately 30 years.  my last bike was a 1973 45 cubic inch harley trike.  but, i'm certain the 1500 drifter does not compare to the trike with the exception of vintage american look.

Posted by pcarrell
 - March 20, 2010, 15:45:18 PM

I have a couple of friends with nothing more then a clutch spring replacement and regular maintinence, and they're over 100,000 miles.  These Drifters are pretty bulletproof.

Posted by chief
 - March 20, 2010, 15:34:43 PM

I don't think there is much difference... I don't know there is any particular mileage at which a rebuild is required... it all depends upon the how well the bike is maintained and how its ridden.

Actually... based upon the HD's I've owned... these may last longer. I know I work on it a LOT less than my hd's... of course, the last hd I owned was a 1998 model... so that may have changed.

12K is still LOW mileage...

Posted by Ernest
 - March 20, 2010, 13:24:57 PM

How many miles (average) is a 1500 Drifter good for, before engine rebuild?  Compared to a Harley?

My questions stems from my search for a used Drifter 1500 to purchase.  I was looking to purchase a drifter with 10,000 or less miles.   but, i'v found a drifter with 12000 miles that seems to have a resonable price.

Thanks in advance for any info.
Ernest

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