I was thinking the same thing. I bought a new chevy silverado 2010, retail for a z71 4x4 off road with tow package was $35,000. I just looked up book value on the 4 year old truck and it books for $22,000. You could do this with any vehicle and come up with similar results. Boats, cars, trucks, RV's and motorcycles all depreciate. I love my toys but understand the investment is in the joy of the ride and they will loose value from the day you leave the dealership. I've had two street glides and was going to wait for the 2015 to come out. I thought they would make a cvo SG and they did. I saw the blue 2014 cvo limited and bought it and I'm glad I did. I do more long term touring now and just enjoy this bike. Best Harley ever, no regrets.