Nada Harley Davidson Motorcycles (2024)

FAQs

How to find out how much a Harley is worth? ›

One of the best ways to find the value of your motorcycle is to use online resources. There are several websites that specialize in motorcycle valuations, such as Kelley Blue Book and NADA Guides. These websites provide estimated values based on factors such as make, model, year, condition, and location.

If you're considering a used Harley, you may want to be cautious of model years between 1999–2006 as these models featured the problematic Twin Cam 88A engine.

Red flags. Things to look for when buying a used motorcycle include rust or significant scratches, oxidized paint, a rusty chain, smoke from the exhaust when the bike is started and leakage from the engine or transmission. Any of these can signal signs of bigger problems.

Models like the Road King and Street Glide, which are highly sought after, tend to maintain their value better due to their consistent demand. This popularity ensures that there is always a market for these bikes, keeping their resale prices robust.

NADA stands for National Automobile Dealers Association. Like Kelley Blue Book, NADA takes information about motorcycles and the marketplace to determine values. Values are based on condition, mileage, age, etc. We use these values to calculate payouts on total losses and thefts for Rider Insurance claims.

To find out what a motorcycle is worth, check out Kelley Blue Book and J.D. Power, which you can find through NADA. Both companies offer free values, which you can check on their respective websites, and both use sales transactions when calculating a used motorcycle's value.

Larger Motorcycles (e.g., Harley-Davidson):

Larger bikes like Harley-Davidson models can typically withstand more miles without rapid engine wear. For Harley-Davidson motorcycles, the high mileage threshold is around 45,000 to 60,000 miles.

For these motorcycles, the high mileage range is anywhere between 20,000 to 30,000 miles. Larger motorcycles, like Harley-Davidson, can usually take more miles without their engines being worn down as quickly. For these bikes, the high mileage point is around 40,000 to 50,000 miles.

The Harley-Davidson engine can last 60,000 to 250,000 miles with proper maintenance. Some models can last 400,000 to 1,000,000 miles. Whether you choose Softail, Evo, or Twin Cam motorcycle engines, complete the required maintenance. Replace the oil filter, air filter, worn-out valves, drive belts, and pistons.

What is the number one selling Harley-Davidson bike? ›

Best-Selling Harley of All-Time: The Sportster

The Harley-Davidson Sportster, first introduced in 1957, is renowned for revolutionizing motorcycling with its powerful engine and lightweight design. The Sportster is the most popular HD and the best-selling Harley of all time.

Wisconsin Harley-Davidson® incorporates the Bar & Shield®, too. Moving away from the Bar & Shield®, the #1 logo was created to celebrate the 1969 AMA Grand National Championship season title.

Harley-Davidson net worth as of September 11, 2024 is $4.79B. Interactive chart of historical net worth (market cap) for Harley-Davidson (HOG) over the last 10 years.

In conclusion, high mileage for a Harley-Davidson motorcycle can range from 15,000 to 50,000 miles, depending on various factors. At Wilkins Harley-Davidson, we emphasize that while mileage is essential, it's just one piece of the puzzle when determining the value and condition of a used motorcycle.

Generally, high mileage on a motorcycle is anywhere from 20,000 to 50,000 miles. For sport bikes, the high mileage number will be on the low end (usually around 25,000), while cruisers and touring bikes typically become high mileage in the 40,000- to the 50,000-mile range.