I have said it before and I absolutely stand by it. The carb model Americas and Speedmasters are the absolute best value for a used cruiser that there is. They cover the whole spectrum. In stock form they are great for beginners and once you are ready to "move up" intake, exhaust, ignition, and carb rejet, etc. will put these bikes running right there with big twins.

2006 865 Neon Blue/Jet Black Speedmaster,790cams, TTP Stage 2 Firestarter, Epco Exhaust with 10.25" Samson Vrod baffles, UNI pods with 40 pilots, 150 mains,Thruxton needles, 3 turns out.