Today I would agree with that.
Back in 1990, I was able to negotiate a wonderful price on the bike. HD dealers now won't even look at it - too old. They ship folks w/ older HD's to local shops.
Most dealer mechanics are parts swappers - have no idea what's happening in the engine or electrical system. Follow the troubleshooting chart and swap out parts til it works again.
Man, that is tiring. That is also why I do all my own work and try to buy American made aftermarket parts when possible! and I don't own any trinkets, either.
When the Yups are through trailering their HD's all over - I hope to get a great deal on one. HA HA
I like a heavy bike on the road. I don't go fast anymore - so the HD is perfect for me at this time in my life.
Then you'd love the sticker on my sissy bar: Silly Yuppie, trailers are for boats.
There is one universal truth with old harleys. They never seem to die.
You can still find new parts for a 56 panhead. (hard to do the same with an 95 Honda)
Whether it is a Harley or a Jap Bike or a Guzzi there is one universal constant. The rubber side goes down, everything else is just opinion.
ride safe.