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[Big G]

I just bought a 2000 Standard and paid $4800 it's in showroom condition and has 15K miles and brand new Avon tires which handle in the rain GREAT had my first ride last night in the rain. Did I buy it right???$$$ and other than OPTIONS I've been reading some of the tech postings about ECM and TRIGGER WHEEL and is there a difference in engines on the different models?  

[YoungPUP]

Welcome to the insanity!  Bought my '99 Standard Spring of '10 for $5000 so the price seems good. The only difference is the carb springs and ignition tune in the ECM from the interstate. LOTS of good info here. Just ask....

[old2soon]

Yup what young pup said on the san er insanity. There is a tech board on this web site with most if not all of yer ?s already answered. Sounds to me like a good price. I got a 99 I/S last june for $5800.00 cash and haven't regreted it an iota. Lot of info here and most if not all very willing to help. You will have a major problem trying to explain the constant grin on yer face and makin motor noises when ya ain't ridin. Again-welcome and RIDE SAFE.

[Red Diamond]

I just bought a 2000 Standard and paid $4800 it's in showroom condition and has 15K miles and brand new Avon tires which handle in the rain GREAT had my first ride last night in the rain. Did I buy it right???$$$ and other than OPTIONS I've been reading some of the tech postings about ECM and TRIGGER WHEEL and is there a difference in engines on the different models?  

Welcome to the board. Good price, great bike. No differences in the engines on all models. If it runs great, ride it and enjoy. If you want to work on it frequently, start tinkering with it and you will be doing just that. These Valkyries are long winded and need no modifications. Ride Safely. I'll also add, do your maintenance regularly, especially the rear end.

[BigAl]

Leave now or be forever changed.

You were warned.

Looks like you found a pretty good deal.

If it is what you wanted.

If not, you could make a little money on that one.

[BigAl]

This thread is pretty boring without a pic.

I bought this little number with 48K on the clock.

It now has 59k.

6900$ and rode it home, hitting 115 at one point.

It had good tires and recently had all fluids changed out at the Honda Shop.

Synthetic Honda Oil in the motor.

[DarkMeister]

Welcome Big G!
Hmmm, let's see: "first ride last night in the rain." That narrows your 20 somewhat. Not Texas. Or the NorthEast (snowed). Sounds like a great deal on the bike. You'll love it! 

[Big G]

THANKS FOR THE psi ADVICE i'M ABOUT 40 MILES FROM YOU HERE IN OLDSMAR

[Stanley Steamer]

I  paid $9,400 for my 99 I/S back in 2004......and have spent $5-6K more on it for accessories and a CB....and I would do it again...worth every penny!....it had 29K miles on it then and now has 87K

[Big G]

 :cooldude:O k put about 40 miles on it the best way to describe it is it's like riding a SILK ROCKET smooth as silk and very fast and quiet. I just got rid of a 2000 Venture and I miss all the toys and the ride over bumpy roads was better but it was the noisiest bike I ever owned thry have a high pitch clutch noise that will drive you  :DCRAZY I've always had Dunlops and never again These avons STICK to the road

[DarkMeister]

I hear ya... I sold a 2008 Venture to get my 99 Interstate. The clutch whine was bad. In fact whining continued, from somewhere behind me, for a week or two, (Now she'd kill me if I ever traded the IS away for ANYthing.) I have Dunlops, but, based on numerous comments like yours on this board. totally going for Avons next.

[FloridaValkRyder]

Welcome Big G,
 Your a little more than 40 miles from Apopka, more like 115, but glad to have another Florida Rider in the mix. Go to the Florida Board (http://www.valkyrieforum.com/forum/vrcc_florida.cgi?noframes and say "Hey" . We get together from time to time for lunch or just riding. There a lot of guys over your way in the Tampa Metro as well. Ride Safe and welcome to the family.

[Oss]

welcome to  the family