Took the HARLEY plunge! - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

ELGOLD C50T · 05-16-2007, 10:56 PM

Well after much research, reading and surfing I took the Harley plunge last weekend. Tried out some of the bikes at Harley Ride Day put on by the local dealer and never looked back since. In about 2 weeks should take delivery of my new gleaming black Street Glide (FLHX). This is one sweet streamlined machine. Have had 1-1/2 years of bliss from my C50T and have enjoyed making it into a real dressed up machine. I guess because of all the special touches the C50T sold in 5 minutes from posting an ad. I'm glad to pass it on to a very lucky new owner next week. She will be missed but I feel that I must move on ..... although with much less money in the bank after getting the tally for the Harley. You only live once, so what the heck.
Hope to be still welcomed at this forum and to stay in touch. Thanks to all those who have offered help and insight on the many issues discussed here. Safe riding and enjoy the summer.

Cimco · 05-16-2007, 11:49 PM

Aw man!!!

You are so lucky...those FLH bikes are sooper sweet!

Great ride, black "eh?"

Glad the "T" sold quick for you...

jim

blackie1491 · 05-17-2007, 12:01 AM

Congrats.

My youngest picked up his 07 Black Street Glide last Friday.
His only complaint, he should have bought it sooner!!!!

raycogxxx · 05-17-2007, 12:48 AM

Congrats

BowDown · 05-17-2007, 06:51 AM

Say goodbye to your wallet.

DrBob · 05-17-2007, 07:38 AM

Congrats! The Glides are great bikes, and the '07 is the nicest so far.

robertc729 · 05-17-2007, 08:33 AM

Congrats, make sure you post some pics when you get it.

techgesture · 05-17-2007, 08:48 AM

When you did the test ride... how did it compare?

**Clint** · 05-17-2007, 09:00 AM

I can't help but think that "plunge" is indeed the most suited word for it.

Congrats. I hope it proves to be worth it for you.

PNW rider · 05-17-2007, 09:53 AM

Congrats!!! Keep us up to date with howit is working out with your new mistress

Fishpart · 05-17-2007, 09:59 AM

Welcome to the darkside! 07 EG 8,000 miles + and loving everyone of them. Prior bike M50 almost 20,000 miles on that and loved everyone of those also.

ELGOLD C50T · 05-17-2007, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by techgesture

When you did the test ride... how did it compare?

Was a bit hesitant at first because of the greater weight, but didn't feel any difference in handling from perspective of weight and balance. Being a larger and heavier bike the ride seemed more stable and less affected by roughness on pavement. Certainly more power and much less shifting required; can easily push to 60km/h in 1st, likely never get out of 3rd since it's good for 90+km/h with 3 more gears to spare. I just enjoyed the vibe of the bike and the extra torque. Originally sold on the styling and comfort after spending a couple of hours in the showroom trying various bikes. Before ride day narrowed my choice to Street Glide and Road King Std. Road king felt a bit more nimble on the ride, I guess since no added weight of fairing, but the Glide sure was smoother and loved the batwing fairing with the white gauges and crazy stereo/CD setup. Also really enjoyed having no windshield while getting very little wind to the face due to fairing & 4" shield combination. If you get a chance to attend ride day at your local HD dealer, do yourself some justice and just take one or two for a ride, it's really a wonderful experience. One thing I learned already that HD accessories are a killer, already into 3K and I don't even have the 8 million page catalog yet. I must add that my C50T is a most worthy motorcycle in it's own right and for the cost is truly the bargain of a lifetime. Whatever you ride enjoy each trip.

hammersfan · 05-17-2007, 10:38 PM

What dealership did you purchase from.

ELGOLD C50T · 05-17-2007, 11:54 PM

Thanks to all of you for your many kind wishes and words of encouragement.

ELGOLD C50T · 05-17-2007, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hammersfan

What dealership did you purchase from.

Toronto Harley. Highly recommended.

Rickster · 05-18-2007, 12:09 AM

Congrats on the new ride.

I never found a bike I didn't like, but there sure is something about those Harley's.

Cajundude · 05-18-2007, 07:32 AM

Nice choice...would do the same if I ever decide to go back to the HD route. BTW - feel free to post this sticker up whenever someone gives you @#$( about your HD...

wildwolf · 05-18-2007, 12:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rickster

Congrats on the new ride.

I never found a bike I didn't like, but there sure is something about those Harley's.

I've seen quite a few I didn't like.

OP: congrats on the new ride, may it give you many years of enjoyment....or at the least more than the last ride gave you.

cowboyup75146 · 05-18-2007, 05:49 PM

I stopped by a H=D dealer near Dallas, and had sticker shock. I know the 07's have fuel inj. and a 2 yr warranty but I had a real eye opener
My kids are in collage , for 1 complete touring bike with all the bells and whistles on it , tax= 32,000

I quess if your kids are grown a 500.00 payment for 5 yrs is not bad
Its kinda like chevy trucks , my 06 ext cab listed for 30,000 FOR A TRUCK .
The H-D were nice , enjoy your new ride

C50T Rider · 05-19-2007, 08:02 AM

Can I ask you how much you sold your C50T for??..and what year was it?

05-16-2007, 10:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
ELGOLD C50T Ditch Magnet Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2007 HD STREET GLIDE Location: TORONTO, CANADA Posts: 189	Took the HARLEY plunge! Well after much research, reading and surfing I took the Harley plunge last weekend. Tried out some of the bikes at Harley Ride Day put on by the local dealer and never looked back since. In about 2 weeks should take delivery of my new gleaming black Street Glide (FLHX). This is one sweet streamlined machine. Have had 1-1/2 years of bliss from my C50T and have enjoyed making it into a real dressed up machine. I guess because of all the special touches the C50T sold in 5 minutes from posting an ad. I'm glad to pass it on to a very lucky new owner next week. She will be missed but I feel that I must move on ..... although with much less money in the bank after getting the tally for the Harley. You only live once, so what the heck. Hope to be still welcomed at this forum and to stay in touch. Thanks to all those who have offered help and insight on the many issues discussed here. Safe riding and enjoy the summer.

05-16-2007, 11:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cimco Fender Buffer Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: 06 Suzuki C50T Location: Roseville CA Posts: 408	Aw man!!! You are so lucky...those FLH bikes are sooper sweet! Great ride, black "eh?" Glad the "T" sold quick for you... jim __________________ Older maybe not wiser...

05-17-2007, 12:48 AM	#4 (permalink)
raycogxxx Sprocket Pilot Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: 2006 M50-Blue Location: Ft Worth, Texas Posts: 835	Congrats __________________ "So long as they don't get violent, I want to let everyone say what they wish, for I myself have always said exactly what pleased me." -- Albert Einstein 2006 M50 Blue, Jardine Slash Cuts w/custom baffles (courtesy of BlueM50Chick), Saddleman Profiler Seat, Memphis Shades Poptop shield, Tour Master saddle and fork bags, Küryakyn Dually ISO-Pegs, Stebel Airhorn.

05-17-2007, 06:51 AM	#5 (permalink)
BowDown Clunked into first gear Joined: Oct 2005 Bike: Blue Hayabusa Location: Central, NY Posts: 241	Say goodbye to your wallet. __________________ Project Great White: 2000 White F350 Auto, 4wd, CrewCab, Dually, Turbo Diesel, ShortBox - 6637 Mod Project Red Streak: 2000 Focus ZX3 - '99 WRC Bumper, Euro Headlights/Grill/Bumper, Full Custom Leather Interior, 2.25" Drop Project WTF: 2007 Blue Suzuki Hayabusa - Shaved, Rear Links/Tree Spacers (Lowered 1.25"), VisionPro 6k High/Low HIDs, Tail Bag

05-17-2007, 07:38 AM	#6 (permalink)
DrBob In The Zone Joined: May 2004 Bike: several Location: Decatur, GA Posts: 2,630	Congrats! The Glides are great bikes, and the '07 is the nicest so far. __________________ Dream like you'll live forever, live like you'll die tomorrow. You MUST obey the pug dog!

05-17-2007, 12:01 AM	#3 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,210	Congrats. My youngest picked up his 07 Black Street Glide last Friday. His only complaint, he should have bought it sooner!!!!

05-17-2007, 08:33 AM	#7 (permalink)
robertc729 M-J.Com Master Poster Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: 05 Boulevard C50 LE, 06 S40 (wife's bike) Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,958	Congrats, make sure you post some pics when you get it.

05-17-2007, 08:48 AM	#8 (permalink)
techgesture Brought his own beer Joined: May 2006 Bike: '05 Black M50 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 830	When you did the test ride... how did it compare?

05-17-2007, 09:53 AM	#10 (permalink)
PNW rider In Training Joined: Mar 2007 Bike: 2007 C90 Location: Seattle Posts: 116	Congrats!!! Keep us up to date with howit is working out with your new mistress __________________ My commuter rain or shine,,, usually rain

05-17-2007, 09:59 AM	#11 (permalink)
Fishpart Fourth gear and illegal Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: 2007 Harley Davidson Electa Glide Location: York, Pa Posts: 765	Welcome to the darkside! 07 EG 8,000 miles + and loving everyone of them. Prior bike M50 almost 20,000 miles on that and loved everyone of those also.

05-17-2007, 10:38 PM	#13 (permalink)
hammersfan U.B's LoveChild Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2008 C90 SE Location: Ajax ,Ontario ,Canada Posts: 1,214	What dealership did you purchase from. __________________ Ride Safe Hammersfan

05-17-2007, 11:54 PM	#14 (permalink)
ELGOLD C50T Ditch Magnet Joined: Jan 2006 Bike: 2007 HD STREET GLIDE Location: TORONTO, CANADA Posts: 189	Thanks to all of you for your many kind wishes and words of encouragement. Last edited by ELGOLD C50T; 05-17-2007 at 11:58 PM.

05-18-2007, 12:09 AM	#16 (permalink)
Rickster Bridal Boutique Manager Joined: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 2,914	Congrats on the new ride. I never found a bike I didn't like, but there sure is something about those Harley's. __________________ Ever notice that the person telling you to calm down, is the same one that got you worked up in the first place. 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2005 DL1000 V Strom (sold) 2004 Twin Peaks 700 2003 KTM 525 EX/C (for sale) 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

05-18-2007, 07:32 AM	#17 (permalink)
Cajundude Where Am I ? Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: 05 VTX 1300C Location: Spring Hill, TN Posts: 47	Nice choice...would do the same if I ever decide to go back to the HD route. BTW - feel free to post this sticker up whenever someone gives you @#$( about your HD... __________________ ...just an angel with no halo, and one wing in the fire...

05-18-2007, 05:49 PM	#19 (permalink)
cowboyup75146 Seat Tester Joined: Dec 2006 Bike: 06 yamaha roadstar Location: Lancaster, TX Posts: 80	I stopped by a H=D dealer near Dallas, and had sticker shock. I know the 07's have fuel inj. and a 2 yr warranty but I had a real eye opener My kids are in collage , for 1 complete touring bike with all the bells and whistles on it , tax= 32,000 I quess if your kids are grown a 500.00 payment for 5 yrs is not bad Its kinda like chevy trucks , my 06 ext cab listed for 30,000 FOR A TRUCK . The H-D were nice , enjoy your new ride

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05-19-2007, 08:02 AM	#20 (permalink)
C50T Rider Newbie Joined: Apr 2005 Bike: Suzuki C50T , Honda CB 500T, Suzuki GS650GL, HD Sportster Location: Ohio Posts: 13	Can I ask you how much you sold your C50T for??..and what year was it?

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