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maddog20/20 · 06-26-2006, 04:02 PM

Newbie to the forum but not to riding. I've riden sport bikes for 21 years and just made the switch to cruisers. I just purchased the 06 Roadliner and couldn't be happier. AWESOME machine.

**drgibson** · 06-26-2006, 04:54 PM

Welcome to the forum glad to have some variety.

blackie1491 · 06-26-2006, 05:29 PM

robertc729 · 06-26-2006, 05:47 PM

welcome

dragbar · 06-26-2006, 05:58 PM

Welcome to the forum. The Roadliner is definately a nice ride.

NeilM · 06-26-2006, 05:59 PM

Maddog20/20. Hope this is just your online name and not drink of choice.

I've ridden the Roadliner several times in my search for another bike, and pretty well narrowed it down to this one. Even though I don't need 1850 ccs, or enough speed to get me in trouble, I was so impressed with the overall build and handling of the bike that it seems a better deal than Harley, Victory, or another plastic-laden metric. What's your impression of the slow handling of the Roadliner, in traffic and tight turns? The bike still needs to be well-behaved in the city, depsite is size and power.

SoarAndEnvision · 06-26-2006, 07:01 PM

Merced eh? Sorry to hear it, I grew up in Fresno myself

- oh the shame... just kidding around bud, welcome!

C90TinPA · 06-26-2006, 09:53 PM

Welcome!!! I really like the Roadliner.

dragbar · 06-26-2006, 09:57 PM

I have way too many childhood memories of Maddog 20/20..dam that grape

POE-BOY SAMICH · 06-27-2006, 01:16 PM

MD20/20

Nice to have you here.

Let's see some pics of the bike!!

PENJO · 06-27-2006, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragbar

I have way too many childhood memories of Maddog 20/20..dam that grape

Ahhh???

Must be nice Draggy! Wow......

Is that what they used to put in your baby bottle??

MD 20/20??? Lucky you dude. I guest you have no bad memories or any memory at all of childhood or the likes!!

PENJO · 06-27-2006, 09:15 PM

Welcome Maddog!

C'on, park yourself and enjoy a fresh brewed cup of the best ever.

...Oh and the same time keep Dragbar under the influence of "That grape" like he said!!!

Juan Valdez
The Columbian that grows COFFEE
...All others are growing medicinal herbs!

dragbar · 06-27-2006, 09:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PENJO

Is that what they used to put in your baby bottle??

No that was Budweiser...MD 20/20 came in my school lunchbox.

PENJO · 06-27-2006, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragbar

No that was Budweiser...MD 20/20 came in my school lunchbox.

You see?

Enough reason for me to have issues with my parents. I needed a set of parents like yours. Or caregivers

Dude I was forced to Tony the Tiger and yacky juices.

Am I still can file for childhood abuse???

Jammer · 06-27-2006, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maddog20/20

Newbie to the forum but not to riding. I've riden sport bikes for 21 years and just made the switch to cruisers. I just purchased the 06 Roadliner and couldn't be happier. AWESOME machine.

Man you got the bike I looked at..the roadliner S...but I can't just..unload in good whatever...14.800..but...awesome machine...you da man.

maddog20/20 · 06-28-2006, 12:46 PM

Thanks for all the welcomes! As for my user name, maddog was my nickname in the military(last name Maddock) and the 20/20 was my fathers call sign when he was an Air Force pilot/nav on the FB-111. So I put the two together as a conversation starter. Seems to work well. As soon as I become more familier with this site, I'll post pics of my "midnight" Roadliner.

I couldn't be happier with the performance and handling of this fine machine, both on the highway and most importantly in town. For a big bike she handles like a dream in traffic and gives me a sense that the bike is an extention of me. Almost as if the bike can predict my next move. This bike is so well balanced that it will give you the feeling that you are riding a much lighter bike.

I'll never speak badly of sport bikes considering I have over 20 years experience on them. BUT, the Roadliner has made me realize that I wasted many years riding with my butt in the air and my legs folded under me for no reason. The Roadliner is truely AMAZING!

POE-BOY SAMICH · 06-28-2006, 01:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maddog20/20

Thanks for all the welcomes! As for my user name, maddog was my nickname in the military(last name Maddock) and the 20/20 was my fathers call sign when he was an Air Force pilot/nav on the FB-111. So I put the two together as a conversation starter. Seems to work well. As soon as I become more familier with this site, I'll post pics of my "midnight" Roadliner.

I couldn't be happier with the performance and handling of this fine machine, both on the highway and most importantly in town. For a big bike she handles like a dream in traffic and gives me a sense that the bike is an extention of me. Almost as if the bike can predict my next move. This bike is so well balanced that it will give you the feeling that you are riding a much lighter bike.

I'll never speak badly of sport bikes considering I have over 20 years experience on them. BUT, the Roadliner has made me realize that I wasted many years riding with my butt in the air and my legs folded under me for no reason. The Roadliner is truely AMAZING!

DANG-IT!
Now I have to add the Roadliner to my growing motorcycle wish-list.

I think the Roadliners look pretty sweet, but I hadn't read much about their ride/handling.
Sounds great, Maddog.

PENJO · 06-28-2006, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by POE-BOY SAMICH

DANG-IT!
Now I have to add the Roadliner to my growing motorcycle wish-list.

I think the Roadliners look pretty sweet, but I hadn't read much about their ride/handling.
Sounds great, Maddog.

Oh......

Adios M109R. You are out of fashion now. They yammy is taking over in your own territorio. Adios M109

06-26-2006, 04:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
maddog20/20 In Training Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Roadliner Location: Merced, Ca. Posts: 128	New member from Ca. Newbie to the forum but not to riding. I've riden sport bikes for 21 years and just made the switch to cruisers. I just purchased the 06 Roadliner and couldn't be happier. AWESOME machine.

06-26-2006, 04:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
drgibson Antebellum Mod Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 Location: Dallas, Texas Directly above the center of the earth. Posts: 10,742	Welcome to the forum glad to have some variety. __________________ “Please Remember to Kazoo Responsibly.”

06-26-2006, 05:58 PM	#5 (permalink)
dragbar Fifth gear streak Joined: May 2005 Bike: M50 Location: SE Missouri Posts: 1,375	Welcome to the forum. The Roadliner is definately a nice ride. __________________ I ate Chinese last night..........should of seen her struggle when i put her in the van. Доверя́й, но проверя́й.

06-26-2006, 09:53 PM	#8 (permalink)
C90TinPA Where Am I ? Joined: Apr 2006 Bike: 2006 Suzuki C90T Location: Harrisburg, PA Posts: 45	Welcome!!! I really like the Roadliner. __________________ 2006 C90T Roadhouse 2-1 Unmodified K&N Air Filter OEM Windshield OEM Lowers OEM Saddle Bags Flux Capacitor DiLithium Crystals Power Windows Power Door Locks Moonroof

06-26-2006, 09:57 PM	#9 (permalink)
dragbar Fifth gear streak Joined: May 2005 Bike: M50 Location: SE Missouri Posts: 1,375	I have way too many childhood memories of Maddog 20/20..dam that grape __________________ I ate Chinese last night..........should of seen her struggle when i put her in the van. Доверя́й, но проверя́й.

06-26-2006, 05:29 PM	#3 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,333

06-26-2006, 05:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
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06-26-2006, 05:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
NeilM In Training Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Roadliner Location: Bellevue, Wa Posts: 113	Maddog20/20. Hope this is just your online name and not drink of choice. I've ridden the Roadliner several times in my search for another bike, and pretty well narrowed it down to this one. Even though I don't need 1850 ccs, or enough speed to get me in trouble, I was so impressed with the overall build and handling of the bike that it seems a better deal than Harley, Victory, or another plastic-laden metric. What's your impression of the slow handling of the Roadliner, in traffic and tight turns? The bike still needs to be well-behaved in the city, depsite is size and power.

06-26-2006, 07:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
SoarAndEnvision Clunked into first gear Joined: May 2006 Bike: 2002 Ninja 500R Location: San Francisco Posts: 208	Merced eh? Sorry to hear it, I grew up in Fresno myself - oh the shame... just kidding around bud, welcome!

06-27-2006, 01:16 PM	#10 (permalink)
POE-BOY SAMICH U.B's LoveChild Joined: Dec 2005 Bike: '07 Harley Road King Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,212	MD20/20 Nice to have you here. Let's see some pics of the bike!! __________________ http://www.lonestarmotorcyclealliance.com/

06-27-2006, 09:15 PM	#12 (permalink)
PENJO Found second gear by accident Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: 2006 BOULEVARD C90T & 2006 GSX-R1000 Location: PHILADELPHIA, PA Posts: 336	Welcome Maddog! C'on, park yourself and enjoy a fresh brewed cup of the best ever. ...Oh and the same time keep Dragbar under the influence of "That grape" like he said!!! Juan Valdez The Columbian that grows COFFEE ...All others are growing medicinal herbs!

06-28-2006, 12:46 PM	#16 (permalink)
maddog20/20 In Training Joined: Jun 2006 Bike: 06 Roadliner Location: Merced, Ca. Posts: 128	Thanks for all the welcomes! As for my user name, maddog was my nickname in the military(last name Maddock) and the 20/20 was my fathers call sign when he was an Air Force pilot/nav on the FB-111. So I put the two together as a conversation starter. Seems to work well. As soon as I become more familier with this site, I'll post pics of my "midnight" Roadliner. I couldn't be happier with the performance and handling of this fine machine, both on the highway and most importantly in town. For a big bike she handles like a dream in traffic and gives me a sense that the bike is an extention of me. Almost as if the bike can predict my next move. This bike is so well balanced that it will give you the feeling that you are riding a much lighter bike. I'll never speak badly of sport bikes considering I have over 20 years experience on them. BUT, the Roadliner has made me realize that I wasted many years riding with my butt in the air and my legs folded under me for no reason. The Roadliner is truely AMAZING!

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