A Good Trade......?

[FocalFrenzy]

I traded a 1979 Jeep CJ-5, even-up, for this 1980 Harley Davidson Sportster 1000. The bike runs great and appears to be in fine condition. The Jeep needs alot of work, but it does run. The fellow I traded with, builds "Monster" trucks, and is as pleased with the trade as I am. The funny part is that both of us had placed ads asking a much higher value, but we both had the same rock-bottom price in mind.

[WooD]

I love Sportsters. Only bike I ever bought new was a Sportster.

Rode for 30 years, but had to give it up due to a neck injury. I still have my Jeep thou.


wood-shots : photos : My Bike- powered by SmugMug

[FocalFrenzy]

Awsome bike, WooD. I'm 48 now, and haven't been on a bike since I was 16 (dirtbike then), so I'm getting a very late start. I'm sorry you had to give yours up. What kind of Jeep do you have? Feel free to post a shot.

[Heaterguy]

Nice shot. Nice looking bike. Me, I'm into the ones with pedals.

[FocalFrenzy]

Pedals are good, too. This is just something I've always wanted to do.

[douglas]

Sounds like a great trade...both satisfied! Have fun on your Harley. When I rode a motor bike , the best ever, Norton Dominator!

[FocalFrenzy]

Thanks, Douglas. I plan on having alot of fun.

[sdphil]

That is a ironhead motor Harley introduced it in 57 and they used it till 86.
I have never seen an ironhead sportie in that good of condition. You may want to invest in a good tool kit since the early Harleys are known for the need for wrenches.
It is a labor of love and passion though.
I think from what you describe the jeep to be you got the better deal.
Enjoy the ride and hope to see you on the road
Phil
2002 Road Glide

Originally Posted by FocalFrenzy

I traded a 1979 Jeep CJ-5, even-up, for this 1980 Harley Davidson Sportster 1000. The bike runs great and appears to be in fine condition. The Jeep needs alot of work, but it does run. The fellow I traded with, builds "Monster" trucks, and is as pleased with the trade as I am. The funny part is that both of us had placed ads asking a much higher value, but we both had the same rock-bottom price in mind.

[windrider86]

Hell yes it was a good trade!! So when ya gonna ride out th is way?????
I'm home from a 300 mile ride today. Havent been out much since my rear axle came out while going down the road. Just got her fixed

[kxvet]

A good bike is better than a good jeep anyday...you win. I have been riding for over 40 years. I ride a Ninja sport bike and a monster fire-breathing KX450 Motocross bike. Have fun riding that Harley!